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Oliver, Lawrence J., Jr. – English Education, 1984
Discusses the drawbacks of computer assisted instruction in the composition classroom. (FL)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computers, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education
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Booth, Wayne C. – College English, 1984
Suggests slyly that, while word processors may have increased writing speed, they cannot ensure improved writing quality. (MM)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Humor, Microcomputers, Productivity
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Pufahl, John – College Composition and Communication, 1984
Discounts Collier's study of the effect of computer-based text editors on the quality of students' revision, arguing that editing is not an innate skill and that the computer predictably would not improve upon a process with which the students are not familiar. Collier replies that he excluded several methodological alternatives to reduce the…
Descriptors: Computers, Research Methodology, Research Problems, Revision (Written Composition)
Gatlin, Rebecca; And Others – 1995
Research indicates that people tend to use only five percent of the capabilities available in word processing software. The major objective of this study was to determine to what extent word processing was used by businesses, what competencies were required by those businesses, and how those competencies were being learned in Mid-South states. A…
Descriptors: Business Communication, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Editing
Manalo, Jonathan R.; Wolfe, Edward W. – 2000
Recently, the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) changed by including a writing section that gives the examinee an option between computer and handwritten formats to compose their responses. Unfortunately, this may introduce several potential sources of error that might reduce the reliability and validity of the scores. The seriousness…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Testing, Essay Tests, Evaluators, Handwriting
Manalo, Jonathan R.; Wolfe, Edward W. – 2000
Recently, the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) changed by including a direct writing assessment where examinees choose between computer and handwritten composition formats. Unfortunately, examinees may have differential access to and comfort with computers; as a result, scores across these formats may not be comparable. Analysis of…
Descriptors: Adults, Computer Assisted Testing, Essay Tests, Handwriting
Dowling, Carolyn – 1999
Noting that technology is rapidly changing how people write, and why, this book explores the types of computer-mediated writing that can be undertaken by students of all ages and abilities, from elementary school through the university, both within and outside the classroom. It addresses such issues as whether there are computer programs that…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computers, Critical Theory, Elementary Secondary Education
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Woods, Claire – English in Australia, 1983
Looks at the possible influences of word processors, text editors, and microcomputers on writing instruction. (FL)
Descriptors: Futures (of Society), Higher Education, Microcomputers, Secondary Education
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Block, David; Kalyoncu, Aydan – Information Technology and Libraries, 1983
Examination of the emergence of microcomputer word processing in the library environment highlights library applications, hardware considerations, evaluations of four word processing programs (Apple Writer II, Screen Writer II, Magic Wand, WordStar), and "nonperformance" factors that influence selection of word processing package. Ten…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Equipment Evaluation, Guidelines
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Davison, Ned J. – CALICO Journal, 1983
A simple Atari computer program in BASIC that searches a word, element, or phrase in a text, displays it in context on the screen, and provides for formatted paper copy, when desired, is presented. (MSE)
Descriptors: Computational Linguistics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Indexes
Freund, Alfred L. – Library Journal, 1983
Discussion of the use of microcomputers in a cooperative public library system notes library management applications in areas of clerical work, word processing, book ordering, inventories, special collection catalogs, mailing lists, and a union list of serials. (EJS)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Programs, Library Administration, Library Automation
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Daiute, Colette A. – College Composition and Communication, 1983
Discusses what computers (word processors) can do for the writer. Examines the physical and psychological constraints experienced by writers and explains how word processors can help in overcoming them. (FL)
Descriptors: Audiences, Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computers
Engberg, Robert E. – Computers, Reading and Language Arts, 1983
Describes a junior high school English teacher's experience with using 10 word processors, which encouraged students to write more and to write better. (Available from: Modern Learning Publishers, Inc., 6517 Liggett, Oakland, CA 94611, $14.) (AEA)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Course Descriptions, Junior High Schools, Secondary Education
Marcum, Deanna; Boss, Richard – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1983
Relates office automation to its application in libraries, discussing computer software packages for microcomputers performing tasks involved in word processing, accounting, statistical analysis, electronic filing cabinets, and electronic mail systems. (EJS)
Descriptors: Accounting, Automation, Computer Programs, Data Processing
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Adams, Brian – Computer Education, 1983
Five Birmingham (England) schools took part in a project to bring word processors/processing to secondary schools. Topics discussed related to this project include staff training, factors related to word processor selection, hardware repair/maintenance, keyboard training, and others. Reports from word processor users and a list of course…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Course Objectives, Foreign Countries, Program Descriptions
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