Summarizes a study which examined such issues as the cost effectiveness of instructional technology, teacher training, the educational software market, and some of the newest technologies on the horizon. Lists recommendations made to the federal government and findings on funding, research and development, teachers, and children and computers.…

Examines the conclusions drawn by the Office of Technology Assessment on integrating new technologies into the classroom. Lists steps for training success, factors contributing to effective in-service computer education programs, barriers to technology acceptance, and priorities recommended for colleges of education. (MVL)