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Kinzer, Charles K. – Journal of Reading, 1986
Presents a categorization system that allows potential microcomputer users to make more reasoned, conscious choices to ensure that a range of software types and activities are available for their instructional programs. (SRT)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Simulation, Computer Software
Rossberg, Stephen; Bitter, Gary – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1988
Describes the computer literacy requirement of the Professional Teacher Preparation Program at Arizona State University. Highlights include microcomputer-based software used; word processing; database skills; spreadsheet tasks; teacher utilities for producing graphic materials, generating tests and practice exercises, and keeping records; and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Assisted Testing, Computer Graphics, Computer Literacy

Mathematics Teacher, 1988
Provides a thorough review of the software package "MathType, Mathematical Equation Editor." Includes hardware specifications, a description of the program, and evaluative comments. (PK)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computer Software Reviews, Content Area Writing

Pufahl, John P. – Teaching English in the Two-Year College, 1986
Shows how basic writing students' knowledge of how to use the computer to produce new, revised drafts of their essays in approximately an hour led to their productive use of word processing. (EL)
Descriptors: College English, Computer Assisted Instruction, English Instruction, Learning Processes
Bell, Norman T.; Warner, James W. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1986
Discusses new possibilities that computers and laser printers offer instructional technologists. Includes a brief history of printed communications, a description of new technological advances referred to as "desktop publishing," and suggests the application of this technology to instructional tasks. (TW)
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education, Editing, Educational Technology
Wilcox, Lance; Hansen, Craig – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1986
Discussion of uses of microcomputers in teaching college level composition covers software and hardware currently available, future trends in development of both, suggestions for teachers on how to introduce students to this writing medium most constructively, and the role and ultimate usefulness of microcomputers in writing instruction.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Educational Trends, Futures (of Society)
Vincent, T. – Programmed Learning and Educational Technology, 1986
Describes experiences of United Kingdom's Open University blind students involved in "Computing and the Blind" project. Microcomputer applications described include braille-to-text transcription, word processing, and computer programming. Each application's use of software designed for commercially available microcomputer systems with…
Descriptors: Artificial Speech, Blindness, Braille, Communication Problems
Palmer, Adelaide; And Others – Computing Teacher, 1984
Description of a pilot word processing program instituted in two sixth-grade classes highlights teacher experiences and reactions of students obtained from an end of the year survey. Motivation and attitudes, word processing techniques, suggestions for expanded activities, and recent happenings are covered. (EJS)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students
Rosenbaum, Nina J. – Collegiate Microcomputer, 1985
This review of the educational research literature considers issues and problems relating to use of microcomputers with word processing software to help reluctant basic writers revise and edit their writing. Studies cited expound the advantages and disadvantages of using microcomputers and word processing at all educational levels. (MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Literature Reviews
Marsh, George; Spain, Tom – Electronic Learning, 1984
Educational robots are defined, their essential characteristics and features are outlined, and their educational applications and what makes them run are discussed. Classroom experiences with five educational robots--Topo, Rhino XR-2, RB5X, Hero I and Tasman Turtle--are described. (MBR)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Computer Graphics, Definitions, Educational Needs

Leahy, Ellen K. – English Journal, 1984
Describes new sources in word processing, proofreading, and text editing that can be used in hands-on computer sessions, analyzing writing samples for and with students. (MM)
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Computer Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education
Russell, Michael; Bebell, Damian; Cowan, Jennifer; Corbelli, Mary – 2002
Although increasing numbers of schools are investing in portable writing devices, few have attempted to provide one device for each student. Instead, classroom sets of portable writing devices are often shared across classrooms or classrooms are equipped with a limited number of devices that are shared among students. As an example of the latter,…
Descriptors: Access to Computers, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Equipment, Educational Resources
Pisapia, John – 1994
Productivity tools allow students to do something that was not possible without technology and then to share their results with others. In contrast to traditional software that encourages linear procedural processes, tool software is open-ended. Productivity tools include word processing, spread sheets, graphics, and telecommunications software.…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Cooperative Learning
Education Partnerships, Inc., 2003
For over the last 20 years, educators have been trying to find the best practice in using technology for student learning. Some of the most widely used applications with computers have been student learning of programming, word processing, Web research, spreadsheets, games, and Web design. The difficulty with integrating many of these activities…
Descriptors: Attendance, Computers, Educational Technology, Word Processing
Harris, Albert L. – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1983
The limitations of microcomputers, their potential uses on college campuses, and what should be considered when purchasing them are discussed. Specific uses of microcomputer networks, including one at Kansas City Kansas Community College, are outlined. (Author/MLW)
Descriptors: College Environment, College Libraries, College Planning, Computer Assisted Instruction