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Walker, Alice D. – 1984
Using the book "Mindstorms--Children, Computers and Powerful Ideas" as a reference point, this paper deals with the sociological challenges raised by Seymour Papert and explores such issues as the role of computers as carriers of powerful ideas and the seeds of cultural change. Recent studies are cited indicating that although the…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Change Strategies, Children, Computer Oriented Programs
Griffiths, Jose-Marie – 1981
This study assesses the application of both minicomputers and microcomputers to information-handling procedures and makes recommendations for automating such procedures, particularly in developing nations. The report is based on a survey of existing uses of small computing equipment in libraries, archives, and information centers which was…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Developing Nations, Information Processing, Information Systems
Rosenberg, Victor; Cunha, Murilo B. – 1981
This study was conducted to assess the availability and use of scientific and technical information in Brazil, identify characteristics of information which are unique to developing nations, and help determine what technologies and policies would be most useful in improving resources available in the country. It concentrated on professionals who…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Developing Nations, Information Needs, Information Services
Download full textIngle, Henry T.; And Others – 1983
This notebook accompanies a videotape series produced by Project BEST (Basic Education Skills through Technology), a federally funded cooperative effort involving federal, state, and local governments and the private sector in planning and using information technologies to improve basic skills instruction. Intended for state and local personnel…
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Computer Oriented Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Guidelines
Goodlad, John I.; And Others – 1966
In an effort to increase the awareness of educators about the potential of electronic data processing (EDP) in education and acquaint the EDP specialists with current educational problems, this book discusses the routine uses of EDP for business and student accounting, as well as its innovative uses in instruction. A description of computers and…
Descriptors: Automation, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Data Processing
Byrne, Thomas E.; Thompson, Christine W. – 1977
The significant accomplishments and events in computing at Dartmouth College during the period July 1, 1973 through June 30, 1976 are described in detail. The report is divided into six sections: (1) review of activities, (2) acquisition of equipment, (3) software development, (4) computer applications, (5) highlights of the first decade of the…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Data Processing
