It is proposed that teachers can exploit the calculator function of a standard microcomputer word processor to create an electronic gradebook. A method is described for computing overall evaluations from component grades of different types and weights on a word processor to instantly calculate the composite for each student at desired intervals.…

Factors in selecting and using microcomputers for school, business, and industry are outlined. Considerations include: (1) computer literacy; (2) networking; (3) training of handicapped people; (4) training and work applications; and (5) technology developments. (FG)

Discussed are the range and balance of learning activities in the classroom, including discussion of the various roles of the people involved. The analysis is based on records of observations of 174 mathematics lessons with students aged 12-14; microcomputer use was integrated as a teaching aid. (MNS)

A continuation of an earlier manual, this guide was written to help adult education teachers and their students to go beyond the information of part 1 and learn more about the uses of computers. Although this manual is directed more toward teachers and administrators than toward students, activities for students are provided. As in part 1, some of…

Review of television's relationship with schools highlights major problem areas--inadequate equipment maintenance funds and teacher training, and negative teacher attitudes--and shows that the integration of computers is experiencing similar problems. Differences worth pursuing are also discussed and ways to avoid problems with computer…

Adventure games designed for use on home computers are a potentially powerful instructional resource in English as a second language because they promote problem-solving using the target language and are highly motivating to students. The games, whose objective is usually for the user to defeat an obscure force and recover a precious object, are…

This conference paper describes the cooperative learning structure; presents the elements of cooperative learning; discusses how to plan, implement, and evaluate using the cooperative learning structure; introduces assistive technology services for students with disabilities; and examines how devices and services can be used to facilitate active…

This learning module for a high school course in graphic communications is designed to introduce students to the Aldus Page Maker 3.0 software for desktop publishing. The module activities allow students to use the software to prepare a two-page publication. The six sections of the module are the following: module objectives, content outline,…

This handbook is designed to familiarize adult basic education (ABE) instructors with the basics of computer-assisted instruction (CAI). Addressed in the individual sections of the manual are the following topics: computers in ABE, benefits of CAI, hidden cost considerations and necessary commitment for CAI, vocabulary, getting started,…

This learning module for a high school architectural drafting course introduces students to the use of Claris CAD (Computer Aided Drafting) to develop a floor plan. The six sections of the module are the following: module objectives, content outline, teaching methods, student activities, resource list, and evaluation (pretest, posttest). Student…

This learning module for a high school metals and manufacturing course is designed to introduce the concept of computer-assisted machining (CAM). Through it, students learn how to set up and put data into the controller to machine a part. They also become familiar with computer-aided manufacturing and learn the advantages of computer numerical…

This teacher's guide, consisting of learning modules, lists of resources, and assessment recommendations, is designed as a tool for developing a computer literacy component of an existing prevocational course or in teaching a free-standing computer literacy course. A list of aims and objectives for a computer literacy course is provided first.…

This manual has been designed to help teachers use microcomputers in the education of handicapped and disadvantaged students. Microcomputer programs listed in section 1 of the manual have been used successfully by practitioners in the instruction of special needs students. Some of the programs were developed by commercial publishers and others are…

This study examines the potential application of educational technology to vocational training and retraining. Its purpose is to assist program planners in the U.S. Department of Education to make more informed decisions concerning the federal role in the use of educational technology. Five questions are addressed. General findings include the…

This handbook is the fifth in a series of five competency-based resource guides on microcomputer applications for vocational teachers. The four units of instruction in this handbook are concerned with the content of the 10 competencies included in the category, "Performing Classroom Management Functions with Competency-Based Instruction." Unit…