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Piele, Donald T. – Creative Computing, 1982
Answers to problems (in Applesoft Basic) in the Second Annual Computer Problem Solving Contest are presented, corresponding to elementary/junior/senior levels. Problems require good control of programing language, ability to solve problems, and implementing a problem-solving strategy within a computer language. Problem types include words,…
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Materials
Zinn, Karl – Creative Computing, 1978
This interview with the teacher of a computer course for elementary and junior high schools contains discussions of problems and rewards of such a course. The course is offered as an after school activity. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Computers, Elementary Secondary Education, Enrichment Activities
Lawson, Harold W., Jr. – Creative Computing, 1981
A process-oriented approach that can be highly successful in introducing students to computer systems concepts and terminology in an integrated manner is presented. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Computers, Educational Technology
Watt, Molly – Creative Computing, 1982
LOGO (a computer language) is designed to provide an environment in which learners determine a problem to solve, make choices, experiment, try out solutions, and build on what they already know. Student activities using LOGO and the teacher's role in a LOGO classroom are discussed. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, Discovery Learning, Elementary Secondary Education
Ahl, David H. – Creative Computing, 1983
Two reports have been issued related to a survey of school uses of microcomputers. Summarizes several major findings, indicating that they are contrary to what many people think is happening in schools. Source for additional information and newsletter from the project conducting the survey is included. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Drills (Practice), Educational Research
Hardy, R. Reed; Elfner, Eliot S. – Creative Computing, 1982
PILOT is the generic name of a programing language suited for authoring/executing CAI educational programing. The strengths/weaknesses of TRS-80 MicroPilot (formerly Pilot Plus) and differences between Micropilot and Basic and CAI courseware authoring languages are discussed. Major strength is efficiency for educational/interactive programing with…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Programs, Computer Science, Computer Science Education
Piele, Donald T. – Creative Computing, 1982
The problems used in the Second Annual Computer Problem Solving Contest are presented. There are three groups of five problems, which corresponded to Elementary, Junior, and Senior contest sets. The contest questions are seen as interesting for individual study, and potentially useful to teachers of computer programing. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Enrichment Activities
Piele, Donald T. – Creative Computing, 1981
Several computer-oriented lessons designed to explore and exploit the problem-solving capabilities of currently available, inexpensive systems are presented. The programing language BASIC is featured. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Materials
Lawler, Robert – Creative Computing, 1982
Some aspects of use of the LOGO programing language are discussed. The ideas focus on the creation of geometric patterns, particularly as viewed from the perspective of a beginner with this language. The material is designed to stimulate individual experimentation and exploration. (MP)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Computer Science Education, Discovery Learning, Elementary School Science
