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Reinecke, Robert E. – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1983
Explains how a microcomputer and a word processor can be utilized to keep teachers' records and presents a brief BASIC word processing program called SCRIPSIT to show how grades can be calculated from those records. Possible program modifications and how to construct the SCRIPSIT file are discussed. (MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Grading, Microcomputers
Business Education World, 1986
Various elements of microcomputer technology are examined: word processing, microcomputer applications in school curricula, and communications. The author also discusses ethical use of software, the importance of teaching students procedures for good records management, and a view of the "office of the future." (CT)
Descriptors: Communications, Computer Software, Curriculum Development, Ethics
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Klein, Philip W. – Hispania, 1993
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.…
Descriptors: Calculators, Classroom Techniques, Computer Oriented Programs, Grades (Scholastic)
Rathje, Linda – 1986
This self-paced workbook presents basic information about features of the "AppleWorks" software package, provides practice materials for beginners, discusses features available in an integrated three-application package, and provides guided hands-on activities. The applications include the spreadsheet, the word processor, printer options…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Databases, Elementary Secondary Education, Inservice Teacher Education
Pogrow, Stanley – ELECTRONIC Learning, 1982
Discusses computer applications to school administration tasks, in particular word processing, computations, and data base management systems. Advantages and disadvantages of program software and a chart containing an overview of application programs available are included. (JJD)
Descriptors: Computation, Computer Programs, Information Storage, Management Information Systems
Weintraub, William L. – American School Board Journal, 1985
Describes the advantages of computerizing a school's office. Computers save time, boost worker productivity, and, in the end, save money. (MD)
Descriptors: Administrators, Elementary Secondary Education, Investment, Microcomputers
Garland, Virginia E. – 1985
Arguing that the most effective types of managerial computer software for teacher use are word processing, database management, and electronic spreadsheet packages, this paper uses Apple Writer, PFS File, and VisiCalc as examples of such software and suggests ways in which they can be used by classroom teachers. Applications of Apple Writer that…
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Database Management Systems, Elementary Secondary Education, Material Development
Pogrow, Stanley – Independent School, 1982
Advocates using microcomputers to reduce school administration paperwork through three categories of general application programs: word processing, electronic spreadsheets, and database management systems. Discusses each program category's purpose, software availability, and use in practice and presents in chart form information on specific…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Databases, Elementary Secondary Education
Winans, Glen T. – 1986
This paper presents a descriptive review of how the Provost's Office of the College of Letters and Science at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) implemented 330 microcomputers in the 34 academic departments from July 1984 through June 1986. The decision to implement stand-alone microcomputers was based on four concerns: increasing…
Descriptors: Administration, College Faculty, Departments, Environmental Influences
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Talley, Sue – AEDS Journal, 1983
Contains a suggested process for selecting and acquiring administrative microcomputer software. Consideration is given to the general characteristics of good administrative software as well as the specific characteristics of word processing and electronic spreadsheet software. Nineteen references are listed. (Author/MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Programs, Information Needs, Information Seeking, Microcomputers
Simmons, Jane A. – 1986
This document describes some of the uses a high school counselor may have for a personal computer. A variety of sample forms are included which illustrate these uses. Selected computer software is briefly reviewed. Recordkeeping on the computer is discussed and three basic files kept for each counselee are described: (1) an information file; (2) a…
Descriptors: College Choice, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, High Schools
Florida State Dept. of Education, Tallahassee. Div. of Public Schools. – 1983
Guidelines are presented for use by educational administrators in selecting a microcomputer for administrative purposes. The selection process described is based on the determination of functions to be automated, and the identification of the software that best automates these functions. Topics addressed include general software applications that…
Descriptors: Automation, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Programs, Educational Administration
Hurwitz, Dick – 1985
Designed to assist physical education teachers realize the benefits of microcomputer usage, this paper presents the case study of a hypothetical middle school teacher who utilizes Apple computers for record-keeping, planning, teaching, and coaching. The case study shows how the computers save time, assist in individualizing instruction, help…
Descriptors: Athletic Coaches, Case Studies, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software
McDannold, Thomas A. – 1983
The purpose of the paper is to address the instructional use of the microcomputer at the community college level. Specific attention is given to two principal types of microcomputer instructional use: computer managed instruction and computer assisted instruction (CAI). Five computer managed instruction applications are discussed: (1) the word…
Descriptors: Community Colleges, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs
Nicassio, Frank J.; And Others – 1985
This article describes Allegro, a computer-assisted report writing procedure developed by a rural school psychology staff to aid in the rapid development and creation of high quality psycho-educational reports. The program's structure, procedural steps, and function are detailed and examples of the program structure are provided through printouts…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Diagnostic Tests, Elementary Secondary Education, Information Storage
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