This article describes a didactic experience concerning the interaction between young children and the Continuator, an Interactive Reflexive Musical System (IRMS) elaborated at SONY- Computer Science Laboratory in Paris. The general aim was to analyse whether and how the Continuator can be used in the kindergartner during the daily school…

Research on the effectiveness of augmented reality (AR) on learning exists, but there is a paucity of empirical work that explores the role that positive emotions play in supporting learning in such settings. To address this gap, this study compared undergraduate students' emotions and learning outcomes during a guided historical tour using mobile…

Report of a panel (General Meeting) at the Annual Conference of the National Association of Independent Schools, February 1969.

This discussion of microcomputer selection for schools presents three hypothetical plans--ranging from $500 to $15,000--for establishing an educational computing program and examines the best way to budget the money. Purchasing information on a variety of microcomputers is included. (JJD)

A brief guide on how to choose a microcomputer for use in the schools. Microcomputer components, applications, and programing languages are discussed. (JJD)

Ways that microcomputers can help educate disabled children are discussed. Three kinds of computer applications are explored: (1) special purpose equipment for particular physical handicaps; (2) standard equipment which can be easily modified; and (3) software for use with physically, mentally, or emotionally handicapped children. (PP)

Describes the basic components of the videotex family to which Telidon belongs, and identifies specific features of Telidon and the educational functions it can serve. Reviews of current experiments using this technology and speculations on videotex's impact on society are given. A 6-item bibliography is provided. (Author/MER)

Highlights the major design decisions for educators who are planning a microcomputer-based learning laboratory. Drawings and tables showing sample layouts, hardware and software attributes, funding sources, and lists of microcomputer periodicals are included. (JJD)

This two-part article indicates some probable characteristics of the microelectronics in the future and assesses implications of the microelectronics revolution for the methods and systems currently used in teaching and training. (CMV)

Considered the use of computers in education as an aid to teachers and the effect of the use of computer technology. (RK)

Close cooperation with local private enterprise has enabled Idaho Falls, District 91, to acquire extensive computer capabilities within the limits of a very small budget. Under a special arrangement, the school leases and operates the computer; while part of the analytical and programing work needed to implement business applications on the system…