Computers at the Children's Museum (Washington, DC) are used for exhibits, classroom teaching, and development of educational software. Describes computer exhibits in the museum including the "Future Center," a room equipped with 20 Atari 800s used for instructional purposes. Also describes several computer programs used in the museum. (Author/JN)

Computer assisted instruction is used to increase the reading level of juvenile delinquents. The program at the Neeles School in California is designed to improve reading by vocabulary drill/practice exercises. Most students over a five-year period have increased their reading level by one month for each month in the project. (Author/JN)

Activities at a summer computer camp (Camp Atari held at East Stroudsburg State College PA) are described. The curriculum, using logic, systematic analysis, and other fundamental programing skills, teaches students to interact effectively and creatively with computers. Sources for finding a computer camp are included. (JN)

Discusses how an Atari microcomputer provides highly legible, colorful characters and other design elements for a cable community bulletin board program. The proram is available from author (or Atari dealers) on cassette (32K) or diskette (40K). (JN)

The availability of relatively cheap microcomputers has led educators in the southeast Asian region to consider introducing computers and computer assisted instruction (CAI) into schools. Advantages, problems, and prospects of introducing CAI into Malaysian schools are discussed. (Author/JN)

A controversy has arisen as to whether instrument vendors are providing sufficient information about instrument-associated software to permit users to understand invisible data transformations going on inside of the equipment. Topics addressed include software protection, user modifications, and publishing software. (Author/JN)

Milwaukee Area Technical College has joined with business and industry to develop training programs for computer-based information processing, and engineering and manufacturing technologies. These partnerships are important as companies look for ways to improve productivity and quality, keep abreast of changing technology, and ensure economic…

An electronic mail system used by and within a college development office provides a communication network reaching all parts of the institution's administration and colleagues nationwide. The applications include sending individual or group messages, teleconferencing, and maintenance of files. (MSE)

Outlines functions of a computer program designed to schedule assigned student usage of available microcomputers. Input and output format, editing, and use of the program to teach programing techniques are discussed. (EJS)

Documentation of author's personal experience in the purchasing of a microcomputer discusses background learning, the purchase decision, needs assessment, computer literacy, general information on microcomputers, the situation assessment, and the final check. (EJS)

Provides an annotated bibliography of 25 citations focusing on topics for teachers using computers in the elementary classroom and for researchers gathering background material for articles, grant proposals, and presentations. Topics include computer literacy, use of computers, turtle graphics (LOGO), research studies on computers, position…

Computerized energy management at Drew University (New Jersey) is accomplished by direct digital control in which microprocessor controllers control, monitor, and carry out energy management functions at the equipment level. (Author/MLF)

Discusses the development of a videodisc-based system for the storage and display of material (typically seen via print) using standard television technology. The system reformats text by adapting computers to perform page decomposition, thereby allowing an original page of text to be displayed in approximately 5.3 videodisc frames. (Author/JJD)

Describes a graduate-level course in physical-organic chemistry in which students learn to solve problems using computer programs available through the Quantum Chemistry Program Exchange. Includes condensed syllabus and time line showing where various computational programs are introduced. (Author/JN)

The author examines current career counseling services for adults and explores further possibilities utilizing computers and view screens. Programs discussed include CETA counseling, educational brokering, and career education delivery systems. He also describes a typical assessment process. (Editor/CT)