This book sets out to examine the "new literacies" in today's technology-intensive world, and it presents ideas, concepts, and practical methods for improving learning about and with the whole range of information technologies. It follows a pattern designed to inform and challenge current educational practices. Chapters in the book are: (1)…

The Technology Infusion Program, evaluated in this report, was created to provide computer software and hardware training and consulting to teachers and students enrolled in Allegany County (Maryland) public and several private schools. The goals of the program were to provide professional technology support services that improve teacher…

The EDC (Educational Development Center) Center for Children and Technology (CCT) and Computers for Youth (CFY) completed a 1-year comparative study of children's use of computers in low- and middle-income homes. The study explores the digital divide as a literacy issue, rather than merely a technical one. Digital literacy is defined as a set of…

This paper reports on overall accomplishments in meeting goals for technology infusion at California Lutheran University's School of Education, using evaluation data collected over 3 years. Data came from surveys completed by administrators, faculty, and students about their experiences using technology at baseline (1997) and over the next 3…

This quantitative survey of university faculty tested a theory of status-related risk by examining the affect of three organizational statuses on the use of this educational innovation. It also explored how use is mediated by assessment of risks to their professional perquisites. Academic field and computer-based specialty statuses were moderately…

While California has frameworks defining what concepts are necessary for understanding science, math, history-social science, and other disciplines, there has been no such framework for technology. The framework presented in this paper proposes a strategy for thriving in a future that will be strongly influenced by technology. That strategy is…

Many educators have concerns about integrating appropriate software in the pre-school curriculum and about what to consider when selecting this technology. This paper presents a criteria for selecting appropriate software for early childhood education. The software that is selected should allow children to explore it and the programs should be…

This booklet represents an effort to combine research findings, strategies, teaching and parenting tips, activities, career profiles, and print and online information that can help make technology more accessible to girls. Chapters include: "Why a Focus on Girls & Technology: New Priorities"; "Girls & Technology: Different…

This guide presents a curriculum that integrates development of emergent literacy skills with computer technology in young children, including those with disabilities. The curriculum was tested over a 3-year period in preschool classrooms that included children with mild to severe disabilities. Quantitative and qualitative evaluation results are…

Discusses the educational and personal uses of microcomputers by children (as young as 3 1/2-years-old) and the types of programs they use, produce, and enjoy. Includes a list of practical tips on mastering computer literacy. (JN)

The impact of computers on society and education will be dependent on the effectiveness of the battle for people's minds. Educators play a key role in motivating and leading students. Computer-oriented business education programs are available that keep the teacher central in the instructional program. (JOW)

Describes a computer literacy program in a business/economics department designed to help students apply computer technology to their chosen fields rather than to develop special skills as programers or systems managers. Includes program goals/objectives and a list of computer programs (with brief descriptions) used in the various economics…

This article provides an attempt to project the way in which a computer-based approach to continuing medical education might emerge based on the present perception of what patient care, teaching, and learning are like. (SSH)

Two reports have been issued related to a survey of school uses of microcomputers. Summarizes several major findings, indicating that they are contrary to what many people think is happening in schools. Source for additional information and newsletter from the project conducting the survey is included. (JN)

Excerpts from an interview with Dr. Ralph Tyler are presented. Topics touched upon include educational theory and curriculum development, improving educational quality, multicultural education, computers, and the curriculum of the future. (PP)