This paper describes several computer-based strategies for producing secondary school schedules and presents the results of research into the feasibility of determining optimal teacher-course assignments by use of an operations research model. (Author/JG)

For the past five years Phoenix Union High School System students indicated the courses they wished to take, then a computer built the class schedule and placed students in those courses without regard to the period or teacher that they wanted. In 1972, an approach that has been common for many years at the university level was tried. Basically it…

This paper describes an approach to faculty timetabling and course scheduling that uses computerized linear programming. After reviewing the literature on linear programming, the paper discusses the process whereby a timetable was created for a department at the University of New Brunswick. Faculty were surveyed with respect to course offerings…

Using IBM's EPIC:SOCRATES as a vehicle, this paper examines the general work flow of a master schedule generator, the required and optional data necessary to drive such a system, the human methodology of linking data and controlling the system, and the actual algorithmic approach used by the computer. (Author)

The Dallas Independent School District uses a multi-step computerized scheduling system to optimize the student's ability to schedule the courses he wants. Four distinct steps are involved: 1) course offerings are defined; 2) student requests are enumerated; 3) schedules are prepared, based upon requests; and 4) students are put into the schedule.…

Secondary school guidance and technical instructional personnel worked together to arrange a computer program for shop enrollment so that students could select and be placed in desired courses according to their technical marks, course availability, and space limitations. The program provided immediate information on alternate areas and let…

A study was made to explore how a time sharing computer system can help the coach of high school sports. A structural analysis determined that the computer's capability to process information helps the coach: (1) store large quantities of information; (2) perform numerous operations in a very short amount of time; (3) provides consistent accuracy…

Efforts of Soviet educators to identify and develop mathematics talent through the establishment of secondary schools offering specialization in computer programing and mathematics are reported. The following programs are described: organization and results of the experimental class which began in September 1959 to offer a specialization in…

Although computers have potential applications in the elementary and secondary physical education curriculum, current usage is minimal when compared to other disciplines. However, present trends indicate a substantial growth in the use of the computer in a supportive role in assisting the teacher in the management of instructional activities.…