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Technological Horizons in Education, 1982
Describes Iowa State University's Computation Center. Center's responsibilities include computer science research and providing computing services to the university. System Industries' Trade and Exchange program (permitting used Digital Equipment Corporation disk drives to be exchanged for new SI equipment at substantial cost savings) was used to…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Computers, Databases
Burke, Robert L. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1980
Describes two practical and cost-effective applications which can be achieved through microcomputer-enhanced communication in education. Detailed are applications in brainstorming and computer conferencing. (CS)
Descriptors: Business Communication, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science, Computers
Rorie, Charles D. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1983
For less than $3,000 per classroom, Dyersburg State Community College (Texas) has integrated its campus time-sharing computer system into projection television sets under interactive, teacher control. Six uses of the Teacher's Interactive Video Instructional System identified so far are described. (JN)
Descriptors: Community Colleges, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Educational Television
Smeltzer, Dennis K. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1981
Reports the results of a survey given to members of the Texas Association for Educational Technology (N=29) in which media specialists' attitudes toward computers and use of computers in society and education were assessed. Results, among others, indicate positive attitudes of media specialists toward the role of computers. (DC)
Descriptors: Attitude Measures, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Elementary Secondary Education
Hitotumatu, Sin – Technological Horizons in Education, 1986
A non-European alphabet has hindered the introduction of computers into Japanese education, but that difficulty is now being overcome. A mathematics professor from that country discusses the progress that's being made in key areas and offers a plan for introducing computers into education on a large scale. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Educational Trends, Foreign Countries
Boardman, Thomas L.; McCredie, John W. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1979
Carnegie-Mellon University has experienced 20 percent more computing power each year for the same percentage of the University budget. A planning strategy is described to optimize this opportunity. (Author/MK)
Descriptors: Administration, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science, Computers
Barger, Robert Newton – Technological Horizons in Education, 1982
Argues that computers are not the inhuman devices stereotyped in the popular media but valuable tools which can humanize education and help develop basic human traits by enhancing autonomy, individuality, rationality, affectiveness, responsiveness, and creativity. (DC)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Creativity, Elementary Secondary Education
Lukas, Terrence – Technological Horizons in Education, 1981
Describes a versatile, inexpensive information system using microcomputers and television sets which enables Indiana University Northwest to relay information for students to different sites simultaneously and to update information quickly and easily. Illustrates how to set up the hardware, discusses programing, and includes the actual program…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Computers, Display Systems
Melmed, Arthur S. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1980
Describes technologies applicable for educational use, including computers, calculators, video storage, and word processing devices among others. Applications of the new technologies to basic skills in reading and comprehension are given. Three goals for the 1980s resulting from new information technologies are suggested. (JN)
Descriptors: Calculators, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Educational Technology
Munshi, Kiki – Technological Horizons in Education, 1980
It is suggested that, by considering and balancing various economic factors, telecourses can be made cost effective. When social benefits, especially to those who would not otherwise receive an education, are considered, telecourses more than justify their existence. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Cost Effectiveness, Cost Estimates
Molnar, Andrew R. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1980
Discussed are (1) expenditures for computing in higher education; (2) microcomputers in higher education, pre-college education, and home; (3) videodiscs; and (4) major computer and microcomputer programs in the Directorate for Science Education. (JN)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers
Technological Horizons in Education, 1980
Describes a program and equipment used to teach computer programing to blind and visually impaired students at the Arkansas Enterprises for the Blind in Little Rock. Requirements for admission to this program are given. (JN)
Descriptors: Blindness, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education, Computers
Lautsch, John C. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1981
Presents an overview of computer use in education and other realms. Concludes that the true computer revolution in education may not be the use of computer assisted instruction but rather the combining of computers with other electronic devices for the advent of widespread decentralized education. (Author/DC)
Descriptors: Autoinstructional Aids, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers
Johnson, James W. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1980
Based on a survey of several thousand department heads and instructors in ten disciplines, eight conclusions regarding the current use of computers for instructional purposes are discussed. One conclusion appears to be that many schools make little or no use of computing in undergraduate instruction. (JN)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Oriented Programs
Technological Horizons in Education, 1980
Describes a two year, 60 percent theory/40 percent hands-on curriculum preparing students for occupations in electronics technology, bio-medical electronics, and communications technology. Students have opportunities to work on equipment identical to that which they will encounter in industry. (JN)
Descriptors: Community Colleges, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education, Computers
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