Described is a new computer language called LOGO and the use of personal computers with very young children at Dallas' Lamplighter School where computers are everywhere--one in each preschool and kindergarten room, two in each elementary classroom, and two in each shared space. (KC)

Describes several ways in which microcomputers have been adapted to needs of the handicapped. One system consists of a Dynatyper (solenoid driven array of plastic plungers sitting above typewriter keyboard), Braillewriter, and Apple II microcomputer which produces hard-copy braille. (JN)

Notes that few school districts are taking advantage of the application of computer technology to library media services. Suggests possible applications. (FL)

Advances in electronics and computer science have enabled industries (pulp/paper, iron/steel, petroleum/chemical) to attain better control of their processes with resulting increases in quality, productivity, profitability, and compliance with government regulations. (JN)

A BASIC program is given that can calculate the approximate grade level of reading materials. (MK)

"Word Board," a program that can be used with various home computers, can be used as an educational aid with special applications for the handicapped. (MK)

Describes the database, calculations, and various display modes of a computer subroutine that calculates the chemical score (or index of degree of balance) of essential amino acids in a protein and presents displays useful in illustrating concepts of protein complementarity. (DC)

Examines the use of home computers and how they allow the worker to work at home rather than commuting. Discusses the growing trend of telecommuting, cost of operation, how it will affect company structure, and productivity. (CT)

Descriptions of a program called muMATH and a computer language called muSIMP are given to show what the state of the art is in mathematical programing material for personal computers. The intent is to get college mathematics instructors thinking about what the future portends for their field. (MP)

Presents a computerized readability scoring system that allows for the calculation and comparison of several formulas with no corresponding increase in teacher effort. (FL)

A hypothetical design optimization problem and technical information on the three design parameters are presented. Although this nested iteration problem can be solved on a computer (flow diagram provided), this article suggests that several hand held calculators can be used to perform the same design iteration. (SK)

Describes the results of a survey of the records management needs of various organizations. Focuses on the use of and need for hard- and software media for storage retrieval, microimage processing, job titles and responsibilities relating to records management, electronic funds transfer, and reprographics. (CT)

Computer programs to protect a home computer from tampering by a preschool child, while at the same time providing practice for the child in character and shape recognition, are given. (TG)

Discusses the application of the PLATO IV computer-based educational system to a one-semester basic drawing course for freshman architecture, landscape architecture, and interior design students and relates student reactions to the experience. (RAO)

A computer was used to produce a cost effective redistricting plan for Fall River (Massachusetts) that eliminated nine rental and three city-owned school buildings, and reduced transportation costs. (Author/MLF)