Presents a computer program (Atari basic) called Animath (animated math program). A modified character set is to create a sauntering gorilla who, for example, jumps up and down when a problem is correctly solved. Extensive documentation is included. (JN)

Computer assisted instruction is presented as a tool for helping students learn to successfully solve word problems. Four stages of developing a curriculum for elementary school mathematics, grades three through six, are covered. (MP)

Reviews an elementary school mathematics computer program (Applesoft Basic) focusing on whole numbers. Discusses lessons (with built-in tutorials), tutorials, games, management disk; and documentation which presupposes no prior knowledge of computers. Indicates that the program is of excellent quality and although expensive, a demonstration disk…

The views of Dr. Seymour Papert, developer of the LOGO programing language, are presented along with a general discussion of the potential of LOGO to open up computers to young children. (MP)

The theories of Seymour Papert and the computerized instructional devices he uses are described. Some of these devices are now for sale. (SD)

Examples are given of the way computers are introduced to gifted students in Racine, Wisconsin Elementary Schools. (MK)

This article gives examples of the way the Apple II microcomputer was used with a sixth-grade class in Kenosha, Wisconsin. (MK)

A computer program designed to give a student practice in multiplication is discussed. The program features Editing of Input, Answer Positioning, and Timing Routines. (MN)

An 18-month study of an elementary school computer laboratory is discussed. (MK)

This product review discusses trends in the development of hand-held learning aids, including calculators. Two electronic spelling aids are described. Features include a speaker through which the machines respond to entries. (Author/MP)