Reviews and compares three word processing packages (WordStar, XYWriter II, and Volkswriter Deluxe) on documentation, ease of use, performance, and error handling. Indicates that Volkswriter Deluxe was the easiest to use, very flexible, and capable of doing most but not all things. (JN)

The use of job and/or flow-of-work word processing simulations duplicates the typical dynamic business setting that business education students are preparing to enter. (SK)

Describes a word processing class project in which students create a business and develop relevant documents for a portfolio. Explains portfolio evaluation criteria and types of skills the project develops. (SK)

Milwaukee (Wisconsin) has two schools that offer courses in word processing as a part of their business education curriculum. The author describes how the two programs were established. (MLF)

A school district saves time and costs with an integrated word and data processing system based on a computer that handles, on two mainframe computers, database inquiries and all district office word processing. (Author/MLF)

Discusses the learning philosophy of LOGO and how it is utilized with a word processing program to help former drop-outs learn to write. Some teaching techniques with descriptions of how they can be applied are included. (MBR)

Offers five high school teachers' comments regarding how the computer has changed their lives in the classroom, the uses they make of it, and what it promises for the immediate future. (SR)

An interdisciplinary project for secondary level mainstreamed hearing impaired students employed photography, word processing, journalism, and graphic arts to promote independent creativity. Academic skills were taught or remediated via this approach, which was motivating to the students. (CL)

Describes the writing lab of the Glenbrook, Illinois, School District. Discusses the transition time between the old and new teaching systems, and offers ways to optimize this time. (PRA)

The third in a series on exemplary programs in business education, this article includes brief descriptions of seven programs in word processing, information management, small business management, and office microcomputer specialist. (JOW)

Describes a junior high school English teacher's experience with using 10 word processors, which encouraged students to write more and to write better. (Available from: Modern Learning Publishers, Inc., 6517 Liggett, Oakland, CA 94611, $14.) (AEA)

Five Birmingham (England) schools took part in a project to bring word processors/processing to secondary schools. Topics discussed related to this project include staff training, factors related to word processor selection, hardware repair/maintenance, keyboard training, and others. Reports from word processor users and a list of course…

Examined the rationale for and uses of electronic mail in the writing class. Indicates that with one computer and a word processing program, an electronic mail system can be set up that will stimulate students' writing and sharpen their communication skills. (JN)

The Computer/Technology Skills Standard Course of Study describes the progressive development of knowledge and skills in six strands: (1) Societal and Ethical Issues; (2) Database; (3) Spreadsheet Keyboard; (4) Utilization/Word Processing/Desktop Publishing; (5) Multimedia/Presentation, and (6) Telecommunications/Internet. The revision process…

This report describes a computer-assisted writing laboratory project integrating Model Curriculum Standards (teacher-developed instructional literature guides integrating the reading of core pieces of literature with the writing process), the writing process, computer hardware and software, and staff development. The report estimates that in the…