Reviews the literature and examines the state of technology for computer based text analysis. The computer capabilities of several available text analysis programs are presented. (Author)

A large intramural program can be effectively organized and scheduled with the help of computer programing. Benefits include overall increased efficiency, better service to the students' needs, a superior evaluation device, and more consistency throughout the program. (CJ)

Describes "Bookmatch," a computer program that attempts to match children with just the right book. (FL)

Reasons for the general lack of active planning for a programmatic approach to this new technology are presented, gaps in current microcomputer use are identified, and data collected from public school districts in Florida are analyzed. (Author/MER)

Argues that microcomputers are inexpensive, reliable, and sufficiently powerful to meet important educational demands, and that with authoring/driver systems educators could make far greater use of what is known about cognitive processes, especially structural learning. (MER)

The desirability of using computer scheduling to allocate students into the activities (lectures, tutorials, practical classes) for courses requested and the possibility of integrating the scheduling into the enrollment process is explored. Although computer scheduling is now widely used in American universities, at Australian universities the…

Reports on uses of microcomputers at the University of Michigan including word processing, extending laboratory experience, simulation, games, tutorial uses, and building skills in computing. (RAO)

Acquaints the reader with the personal computer, emphasizing its use as an aid in the learning process; considers the types of hardware available and software related to educational uses; and offers advice to those just entering this area. (Author)

Analyzes the implications of distributed computing in institutions of higher education. Discusses (1) the extent to which the quality of computing might be enhanced by adopting a distributed computing approach, (2) variations in distributed systems design and the cost of adoption, and (3) administration of distributed systems. (Author/CMV)

A description is given of a session at the 1979 convention of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics in which hands-on experiences were used to overcome computer anxiety. (MK)

Federal programs improving services to migrant children are reviewed. Noted are the Migrant Student Record Transfer System (MSRTS), a computerized system for keeping track of children's concept achievements from one locale to another, and the Oral Language Skills List, a record of language transmitted through the MSRTS. (CL)

Explores the extent to which computer facilities can be used to support organizational decision-making processes beyond mere performance of information retrieval. Human perceptual and judgmental processes, as they apply to organizational decisions, are examined as a basis for the design of a generalized, intelligent problem processor. (Author/RAO)

Describes limitations inherent in traditional computerized information systems in school districts. Characteristics of more flexible, humanistic systems are described, and techniques for utilizing new technology to establish such systems are discussed. Emphasis is placed upon the changing role of nontechnicians with respect to direct communication…

Analyzes potential role of computer-assisted strategies in substance abuse prevention efforts. Discusses substance abuse prevention in context of adolescent development. Defines computer-assisted instruction in terms of opportunities it represents for substance abuse prevention. Describes barriers to address and makes recommendations for…

By targeting a career planning and development program toward nonexempt employees, Corning, Inc. shows its commitment to all workers and reaps benefits for the whole company. Components of the system are software packages, videotapes, information books, and one-day supervisory training. (SK)