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Rogers, Jean B. – 1982
Learning to program involves developing an understanding of two hierarchies of concepts. One hierarchy consists of data and extends from very literal data (which represents only itself) to very abstract data incorporating variable values in complex interrelationships. The other hierarchy consists of the operations performed on the data and extends…
Descriptors: Cognitive Development, Computer Science, Computer Science Education, Elementary Education
Slesnick, Twila – Classroom Computer Learning, 1985
Provides answers to nine myths about computers, including computers are invaluable for school and home use; programing experience means job security; teachers will develop their own software; computers make good teachers; computer experts will form an elite social class; and computers increase student achievement. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Educational Trends, Elementary Secondary Education, Futures (of Society)

van Meerienboer, Jeroen J. G. – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1988
Discussion of computer programing and students' cognitive styles focuses on a study that explored the relationship between the cognitive styles and achievements of high school students in an introductory computer programing course. Reflective and impulsive cognitive styles are described, and implications for the design of instructional materials…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Cognitive Style, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education
Smith, Allan L. – 1984
Following a brief description of the microcomputing program at Drexel University, which requires all freshman to have access to a personal computer and offers Macintosh microcomputers and software at a low cost to entering freshman, this paper summarizes the written sources of information on the program. Four examples of how currently available…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education, Computer Software, Engineering Education

Baird, William E. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1984
Describes a two-semester computer science course, outlining course objectives and discussing classroom management techniques, software used, and courseware developed. Also includes table of contents for student manuals, and comments indicating that the course is meeting its objectives. (JN)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Computer Science Education
Bonnette, Della, Ed. – 1983
Recent research and current trends in the field of computers and education are reflected in this collection of reviewed papers, tutorials, panels, project presentations and other sessions. More than 80 papers are grouped in the following topic areas: administrative applications, composition and literature, computing for the learning disabled or…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Programs
Schulz, Russel E. – 1975
An analysis of portions of the HumRRO (Human Resources Research Organization) developed computer-assisted instruction (CAI) course in COBOL programing, and a survey of representatives from Advanced Research Project Agency (ARPA) PLATO IV installations indicated a need for authoring aids that could be prepared and programed easily and quickly. The…
Descriptors: Autoinstructional Aids, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Programs, Computer Science Education