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Janice Mak – State Education Standard, 2024
State policies to expand computer science (CS) education have popped up nearly everywhere since 2016. This acceleration speaks well to the collaborative work of state boards of education, intermediary and national organizations, state legislatures, and governors who championed those policies. It also speaks to the urgency of increasing all…
Descriptors: Computer Science, Elementary Secondary Education, State Policy, Skill Development
Barr, David; Harrison, John; Conery, Leslie – Learning & Leading with Technology, 2011
In a seminal article published in 2006, Jeanette Wing described computational thinking (CT) as a way of "solving problems, designing systems, and understanding human behavior by drawing on the concepts fundamental to computer science." Wing's article gave rise to an often controversial discussion and debate among computer scientists,…
Descriptors: Educational Objectives, Computer Science, Thinking Skills, Cognitive Processes
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John K. Waters – T.H.E. Journal, 2008
Few districts have more miles on their 1-to-1 computing initiatives than Texas' Irving Independent School District, where the teachers have had laptops since 1996 and the current student program began with a pilot launched in 2001. Today, the Irving 1-to-1 program puts close to 12,000 laptops in the hands of students and teachers throughout the…
Descriptors: Computers, Computer Science, Pilot Projects, Vendors
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Wellington, J. J. – Journal of Curriculum Studies, 1990
Reveals some drawbacks to computer studies in the primary and secondary learning environment in the United Kingdom. Addresses: (1) technical support; (2) low use of computer assisted learning in other subjects; (3) low enrollment of females in computer education classes; and (4) low enrollments in science education at the higher education level…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Computers
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Computer Education, 1982
Short descriptions are provided of several sessions of the Computer Education Group (CEG) Biennial Conference held at Nottingham University in April 1982. Sessions noted include the introduction, a presentation on teacher training, the development of examinations, and a question-and-answer session. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Computers, Educational Change
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Johnson, Jerry – Arithmetic Teacher, 1983
Most computer terms are viewed as understandable if approached with common sense. Five sources for the terms are noted. The glossary is not viewed as comprehensive, and suggestions of more complete dictionaries are made. "Computerese" and "cybercrud" are two terms noted to describe the jargon associated with computer technology use. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Computers, Elementary Secondary Education
Lawson, Harold W., Jr. – Creative Computing, 1981
A process-oriented approach that can be highly successful in introducing students to computer systems concepts and terminology in an integrated manner is presented. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Computers, Educational Technology
Human Resources Research Organization, Alexandria, VA. – 1978
Computer Literacy Program Briefs for seven schools and/or school districts are presented. Topics covered in each brief include: the institution or institutions covered, the educational program strategies, the target student audience, major components of the instructional program, illustrative examples of specific objectives, organization of the…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Computers
National Inst. of Education (ED), Washington, DC. – 1981
The material presents: (1) an overview of the Regional Conferences (2) a paper on Mathematics, Microelectronics, and American Education (F. James Rutherford and Joseph M. Dasbach), and (3) individual presentations on the Regional Meetings in Berkeley, Chicago, Newton, Massachusetts, and Washington, D.C. The meetings were designed to encourage…
Descriptors: Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Computers, Conferences
Nasman, Leonard O. – Phi Delta Kappan, 1978
Descriptors: Computer Science, Computers, Educational Change, Elementary Secondary Education
Deringer, Dorothy K. – 1981
In anticipation of the educational needs of the late 1980s in science, mathematics, and engineering education, the National Science Foundation has supported a variety of projects that can serve as examples and models of the uses of computing in science education. These projects fall into three categories, focusing on the computer as a tool of…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs
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Kansky, Bob – 1979
This report: (1) describes the organization of an invitational conference aimed at gathering direction from classroom teachers regarding instructional applications of computers; (2) provides copies of all materials used in organizing such a conference; and (3) reports the results of the conference in terms of conference products (resolutions,…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science, Computer Science Education
Braun, Ludwig – 1978
This report reviews four different computer systems that are available for educational use. Presented is a system overview, and the strengths and weaknesses of each of the following systems: PLATO, TERAK, Compucolor II, and PET. Each of these machines is included as a representative of a "class" of machines available to the educator.…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science, Computer Science Education
Molnar, Andrew R. – 1978
Described is the current state of computer science education in this country. The information explosion in science and the shift in our economy from the production of industrial goods to a greater emphasis on science and knowledge-based industries has created a discontinuity in the nature of jobs and our educational needs. Computers are not a…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Computers
Campbell, Patricia B.; Kibler, Tom R. – Educational Technology, 1976
Calls for greater emphasis on knowledge of computers and other electronic devices in order to prepare students for the rapidly developing technological changes in society. (JY)
Descriptors: Calculators, Computer Science Education, Computers, Elementary Secondary Education
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