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Lopez, Antonio M., Jr. – Creative Computing, 1982
Pocket computers are promoted as an inexpensive means of teaching computer programing, particularly in today's world where there are increasing difficulties of obtaining funds for new curriculum materials. Samples of programs written in BASIC that can be run on pocket computers are presented, and instruction in elementary grades is promoted. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, Computers, Educational Technology

Jones, R. – Computer Education, 1982
The nature of the organization, Micros and Primary Education (MAPE) is detailed, and its history and development are noted. The primary purpose of MAPE is to promote and develop awareness and effective use of microelectronics as an integral part of the philosophy and practice of Primary Education. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Computers, Educational Change
Ault, Rosalie – Classroom Computer News, 1982
The nature of computer instruction that emphasizes student programing in elementary school settings is detailed. Several reasons for the approach taken are given and constraints that those who want to start elementary computer programs must deal with are noted. The receptiveness of girls to computers in elementary grades is noted. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Computers, Educational Change
Keil, Karl-August – Technological Horizons in Education, 1982
The setup of computers in schools in Bavaria is detailed, starting with the fulfillment of the preliminary requirements through teacher instruction. The plan from 1981 onward is to provide at least eight computers per school, with the use of microcomputers helping to keep the costs relatively low. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Computers, Curriculum Development
Townsend, Barbara; And Others – Technological Horizons in Education, 1981
Strategies which may be used to overcome opposition to microcomputers by faculty, students, and administrators are detailed. It is felt that, ultimately, all three groups will have to work together toward the establishment of the computer in the classroom. (MP)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Change Strategies, Computer Science Education, Computers

Root, Bud; And Others – NASSP Bulletin, 1984
Successful incorporation of computers into the curriculum is credited to desire, flexibility, time, and interested and available staff. The program described features a computer literacy "license" that entitles students to free access to school microcomputers. (MJL)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Educational Administration, Educational Technology

Mandell, Alan – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1982
Recommendations regarding literacy and the responsibilities of science educators are reviewed. The opportunity for pioneering, base-line research studies on the use of microcomputers in the classroom is viewed to exist. Significant contributions science education can make to computer literacy are noted. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Computers, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education

Blow, David – Mathematics in School, 1980
This article examines the difference made in computing when one school switched from a terminal with a telephone link to a computer, to a complete microprocessor system. (MK)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education, Computers, Educational Change
Moeller, Joseph J., Jr. – Engineering Education, 1986
Describes the comprehensive, college-wide approach to integrating computers in the curricula at Stevens Institute of Technology (New Jersey). Reviews how the personal computer ownership aspect of the program had an impact on the institution's organizational structure, faculty, and student body. (ML)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Science Education, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology

Waugh, Michael – Science Activities, 1982
Discusses mini/microcomputers in education including ways computers can be used in schools, computer literacy, positions for and against classroom use of computers, computers as agents of instruction (devices to deliver instruction), computers as objects of instruction (teaching about computers and computer programing), and including the author's…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education, Educational Technology
McMeen, George R. – 1984
In response to increasing demands for computer literacy, the University of Nevada/Reno College of Education, in cooperation with the Burroughs Corporation, developed a training program to acquaint future and inservice teachers with computer use and the potentials of computer education. In this model, groups of learners are stratified by levels of…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Curriculum Development, Delivery Systems

Pastore, Carlo – Community and Junior College Journal, 1978
Advocates that in order to serve their community's needs, administrators must encourage instructors to increase their knowledge of technologies such as microcomputers by participating in workshops offered by computer training companies so that students who find microcomputers in equipment they handle on the job will have basic knowledge of them.…
Descriptors: Community Colleges, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science, Computer Science Education

Zuk, Dorie A.; Stilwell, William E. – Education, 1984
This article describes a model for implementing a microcomputer education program and identifies its common benefits. It identifies and defines key program elements: enlistment of community support, needs assessment, identification of goals and objectives, selection of appropriate materials, preparation for implementation, implementation,…
Descriptors: Community Support, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education, Educational Technology

Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1982
Abstracts from eight papers presented at the June 1982 National Educational Computing Consortium (NECC '82) conference in Kansas City, Missouri are provided. It is noted copies of the conference proceedings may be purchased from the Department of Computer Science, University of Iowa. The papers examine a variety of educational aspects. (MP)
Descriptors: Abstracts, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education, Computers

Kansky, Robert – Arithmetic Teacher, 1983
Computers are both understandable and controllable. Educators need some understanding of a computer's cognitive profile, component parts, and systematic nature in order to set it to work on some of the teaching tasks that need to be done. Much computer-related vocabulary is discussed. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Computers