A Special Teacher Education and Evaluation Laboratory (STEEL) uses technology to enhance the quality of instruction, keep up-to-date records of student progress, record and analyze student teaching behavior, and develop computer applications coursework. Detailed descriptions of the STEEL's goals, objectives, and applications are provided, and the…

Teachers have a number of legitimate concerns about the uses of educational technology, although teachers of severely handicapped students are seeing an increase in the use of microtechnology with their students. Recommendations to increase and validate the educational applications of microcomputers are made. (MT)

The article describes the process of planning, coordinating, and implementing a comprehensive program for the use of microcomputers in the education of hearing impaired students. An appendix outlines a three session inservice training workshop on computer applications. (CL)

The Hearing Impaired Program of Township High School District 214, Mt. Prospect, Illinois, provides comprehensive computer services to students and staff through computer assisted instruction and computer programing instruction, vocational experiences, and administrative systems for supervisors and staff. (Author/CL)

The article examines the history of computer assisted instruction (CAI), compares the beginnings of television with the beginnings of microcomputers, and examines the components of CAI (drill and practice, tutoring, instructional games, simulation, problem solving, demonstration, and mini-programs). Issues such as compatability and effects on…

B. F. Skinner provides advice for educators on several issues related to computer-assisted instruction (CAI). Some pitfalls of programed instruction in the 1960s which CAI may also face today, aversive control, courseware design, and use of computer graphics are among the areas explored. (JN)

Discusses the use of microcomputers for technical skills training, particularly in auto mechanics. Indicates that the major reasons for implementing the method are time and money: The graduate technician is on the job sooner, thereby reducing the cost of the computer-based training. (JOW)

Computers can be an asset to education when the focus is upon students' learning needs and teachers' capabilities. This article discusses the ineffective uses of computers in home and school. (DF)

Discusses optimum school uses for microcomputers, how computers affect learning, and how computer effectiveness can be maximized. (JOW)

Of the 342 surveyed programs, 82 percent responded, and 51 percent used microcomputers as an instructional tool. Results indicate a critical need for a software exchange among programs for hearing-impaired students, as well as in-service training and information-sharing programs. The survey information indicates the need for increased support for…

The article highlights trends in priority user needs and market information on microcomputer hardware/software for special education. Among trends noted are significant increases in microcomputer hardware inventories, and perceived needs for computer assisted instruction, administrative functions, and systematic planning for the use of technology…

Discusses potential microcomputer applications in the language arts classroom, including computer assisted instruction, computer managed instruction, and information processing. Examines several disadvantages of the current technology such as its emphasis on visual skills at the expense of oral language. (HTH)

A resource room teacher describes the versatility of a microcomputer in programing for learning disabled or emotionally handicapped students (grades K-8). She cites the microcomputer's contributions to student self-concept. (CL)

The paper describes the development of an interactive computer training program (COMP-TREX) that uses microcomputer technology in a nonthreatening way and that has proven successful in classroom applicants with learning disabled students. Use of the Super Pilot software system in language processing is discussed. (CL)

Guidelines for evaluating and selecting software for computer assisted instruction of learning disabled students touch on technical adequacy, instructional effectiveness, and matters of presentation format (rate, modality, feedback, and reinforcement aspects.) (CL)