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When Do I Get to Use the Computer?
Gummersheimer, Victor H. – Computing Teacher, 1982
Outlines functions of a computer program designed to schedule assigned student usage of available microcomputers. Input and output format, editing, and use of the program to teach programing techniques are discussed. (EJS)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Elementary Secondary Education
It's the End of the Marking Period--And There Goes My Weekend!
Burrowes, Ted; Burrowes, Sharon – Computing Teacher, 1984
Presents questions teachers should ask themselves to determine whether they need a gradebook program and questions to consider when deciding what type of gradebook program package to select. (MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Criteria
Using the Microcomputer to Study the Anatomy of Revolution.
Rothman, Mark – Computing Teacher, 1982
Describes computer program designed to enable students to analyze process of political revolution by generating graphs for comparisons of such factors as violence, economic instability, and political instability. Student activities, abilities, and reactions, and teacher involvement are noted. Sources concerning revolution, the French Revolution,…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, History
Microcomputers in Special Education: Some New Opportunities, Some Old Problems.
Hannaford, Alonzo E. – Computing Teacher, 1983
Discusses ways in which microprocessors are aiding the handicapped in three major areas: (1) compensation (sensory, communication, and compensation for control); (2) management (personal and educational); and (3) instructional delivery (uses, advantages, problems, educational compatibility, instructional design, technical adequacy). (EJS)
Descriptors: Communication Aids (for Disabled), Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs
Developing a District-Wide Computer-Use Plan.
Fisher, Glenn – Computing Teacher, 1983
Outlines plan for computer use in grades K-12 in Albany School District, California, noting major goals of computer literacy program, approach to implement goals, hardware needed, staff development, new personnel, location of hardware, and other prerequisites. An estimated budget plan and computer use framework (programing, computer assisted…
Descriptors: Career Awareness, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs
Changing Teacher and Student Attitudes through Word Processing.
Palmer, Adelaide; And Others – Computing Teacher, 1984
Description of a pilot word processing program instituted in two sixth-grade classes highlights teacher experiences and reactions of students obtained from an end of the year survey. Motivation and attitudes, word processing techniques, suggestions for expanded activities, and recent happenings are covered. (EJS)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students
Computer Literacy for Seventh Grade.
Bangasser, Vi – Computing Teacher, 1983
Describes nine-week computer literacy course offered to seventh graders of the Freeport, Illinois, School District, which teaches students how to operate a computer, input a program, process the program, and identify output. Sample activities involving predicting output, and modifying and writing a program are appended. (EJS)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs