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Watt, Daniel – Popular Computing, 1982
Considers the impact of learning to program upon the intellectual and personal development of children. The excitement of computer mastery, the usefulness of programing as an introduction to "real world" problem solving, and computer programing as an aid to increased understanding of subject matter are discussed. (JL)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students, Intellectual Development
Thornburg, David; Beane, Pam – Classroom Computer Learning, 1983
Presents activities for language arts, differentiating between a variable name and its value, creating music using PILOT, and playing LOGO games. Includes the article "Take the Turtle to School: A Child's View of Programming" by Jack McLeod. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, Educational Games, Elementary Education
