This document explains recent developments in computer science and information systems of interest to the educational manager. A brief history of computers is included, together with an examination of modern computers' capabilities. Various features of card, tape, and disk information storage systems are presented. The importance of time-sharing…

A new method of bus route scheduling uses aerial photography and computer data analysis. Maps generated in this manner can be used with other information to study housing/population patterns, attendance boundaries, and the like. (Author/IRT)

Article shows that the integration of electronic data processing and programed instruction is capable of leading to more efficient and effective material presentations. (Author)

A software package is described that collects and reduces eye behavior data (eye position and pupil size) using an IBM-PC compatible computer. Written in C language for speed and portability, it includes several features: (1) data can be simultaneously collected from other sources (such as electroencephalography and electromyography); (2)…

Arguing that complete, reliable, up-to-date system documentation is critical for every data processing environment, this paper on computer disaster recovery planning begins by discussing the importance of such documentation both for recovering from a systems crash, and for system maintenance and enhancement. The various components of system…

Based on existing literature and user experience, the systematic approach to data base evaluation presented here provides a method by which data processing administrators can optimize the probability of selecting the data base management system best suited for their institution. (Author/WM)

The advent of computer technology has necessitated the revision of bookkeeping and accounting programs. Responsibility for leadership in authorizing the revision and providing the opportunities for teachers to learn automated data processing techniques rests with State and local supervisors of business education programs. (AG)

Review and discussion of the techniques of automatic format recognition (AFR) of bibliographic data. Comparison of record-building facilities of Library of Congress, University of California (both AFR techniques), and Ohio College Library Center (non-AFR). Projection of a next logical generation, original format recognition. (Author/LS)

A look at Moraine Valley Community College's data bank for systematically gathering, reporting and updating community socioeconomic data for occupational program planning and counseling. (Author)

Discusses the new languages and software packages that make up data base management systems, outlines the characteristics of the systems, and examines the benefits claimed for them. (IRT)

Paper presented at Symposium on the Application of Technology to Education, Washington, D.C., September 9-10, 1968.

Research performed pursuant to a grant from the Charles F. Kettering Foundation.