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Drumm, John E.; Groom, Frank M. – Computers in Libraries, 1999
Describes a pilot project at the Muncie (Indiana) Public Library that was developed to teach disadvantaged children basic Internet and writing skills. Topics include the need for reading and writing abilities and information-literacy skills; learning processes; computer skills; word-processing skills; and report-writing skills using a template.…
Descriptors: Disadvantaged Youth, Elementary Secondary Education, Information Literacy, Information Skills
Pain-Lewins, Helen; Watson, Linda – Computers in Libraries, 1990
Describes study of seven local education authorities in the United Kingdom which was conducted to discover how models of microcomputer use were being adopted by school libraries. Highlights include database information retrieval; computerized catalogs; improving students' information-handling skills; curriculum-centered plans; integrated systems;…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Databases, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries