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Pea, Roy D. – 1983
This paper discusses five points related to developmental research on children learning to do Logo programming: (1) systematic developmental research documenting what children are learning as they learn to program is necessary; (2) Logo is cognitively complex beyond its early steps and difficult to learn without instructional guidance; (3) the…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Science Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Microcomputers
The Effects of Learning a Computer Programming Language on the Logical Reasoning of School Children.
Seidman, Robert H. – 1981
The research reported in this paper explores the syntactical and semantic link between computer programming statements and logical principles, and addresses the effects of learning a programming language on logical reasoning ability. Fifth grade students in a public school in Syracuse, New York, were randomly selected as subjects, and then…
Descriptors: Achievement Gains, Analysis of Covariance, Analysis of Variance, Cognitive Processes
Sherwood, Robert D. – 1983
This paper presents alternative ways microcomputers can be utilized in the educational process. These uses are: (1) learning from, with, and about computers; (2) learning about thinking with computers; and (3) managing learning with computers. Each of these uses is discussed as to its applicability to current educational practice and possibilities…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy

Stine, Walter D.; Wildemuth, Barbara M. – Journal of Education for Library and Information Science, 1992
Research in human computer interaction and instructional design can provide insights into effective methods for training microcomputer users. Suggestions include utilizing error recognition and recovery, development of mental models, simplification of documentation, and using cognitive approaches that allow transfer of knowledge to new situations.…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education, Experiential Learning
Lipson, Joseph I. – 1984
This monograph provides a vision of the future for vocational educators in a position to improve programs, such as teachers and administrators of local educational agencies and state leaders who set priorities in educational agencies. The monograph addresses nationwide technological concerns of the computer, image storage and creation, and…
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Cognitive Processes, Communications, Computer Assisted Instruction