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O'Brien, Thomas C. | 1 |
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O'Brien, Thomas C. – Classroom Computer Learning, 1983
Discusses two computer programs ("Billiard Ball" and "Taxman") that foster the development of higher-level thinking skills in children. Indicates that children develop such skills as planning ahead, analyzing, and using models/diagrams in the first program. Includes list of 26 programs with price, source, hardware needed, and…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Programs, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics
Classroom Computer Learning, 1984
Five computer-oriented classroom activities are suggested. They include: Logo programming to help students develop estimation, logic and spatial skills; creating flow charts; inputting data; making snowflakes using Logo; and developing and using a database management program. (JN)
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer Graphics, Computer Science Education, Elementary Education
Classroom Computer Learning, 1986
Presents practical teaching suggestions selected from commercially available materials and also submitted by readers that can be easily adapted to different grade levels. Contains seven computer based ideas on topics such as computerized banking, database management, trigonometry applications, timing programs, keyboard use, and programming…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education
Classroom Computer Learning, 1986
Presents practical teaching suggestions selected from commercially available materials and also submitted by readers that can be easily adapted to different grade levels. Includes seven computer-based activities on topics such as map-making, word games, database logic, concatenation, and one-line programs. (ML)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education, Computer Simulation, Computer Uses in Education
Classroom Computer Learning, 1986
Presents practical teaching suggestions selected from commercially available materials and also submitted by readers that can easily be adapted to different grade levels. Contains eight computer based activities which provide experience with spreadsheets, random number functioning, word puzzles, survey plotting, graphics, and Logo programming. (ML)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Science Education, Computer Simulation