Describes a senior-level course which teaches engineers to design and implement a large software project within a team structure. Management issues, technical issues, project phases, and examples of student projects are included. (JN)

A literature search was conducted to examine the development of computer-based instructional (CBI) materials in higher education and CBI's impact on learning processes. Indicates that although CBI may not replace traditional methods of engineering instruction, it does offer significant advantages. These advantages are discussed. (JN)

Describes Project Resume, a computerized resume database for use in college career planning and placement offices. The system stores student resumes for use by on- and off-campus recruiters. (JAC)

Addresses concept of automated library systems as integration of traditional bibliographic transaction processing applications and advanced office systems. Functional application distribution for this system is discussed using Computer Consoles, Inc., Office Power and Prime Computer, Inc., and Prime Office Automation System to show office…

Computer software for process control has the primary function of communicating with and governing physical devices. The structure of such software, process-control systems, multitask systems, message passing, problems of deadlock, distributed computer systems, and protection against failure in process-control systems are among the areas examined.…

Proposes the use of microcomputers in behavioral science courses as a writing, evaluating, and calculating tool; an individual instruction tutor; and an inexpensive and nontime-consuming environment for observation and experimentation. Looks at ways the microcomputer can be used by students and instructors, implementation considerations, and…

Because of concern to provide students with accurate, up-to-date academic information, computer-assisted advising has been on the agenda for computer development. The state of art of computer-assisted advising is reviewed, and characteristics of leading programs in the country are analyzed. (MLW)

The concerns of how personal computers can be used to increase the overall effectiveness of education are addressed. Topics discussed include: availability; teacher use; word processing; calculators; class use; computer-assisted-instruction; and simulations. Thorough faculty inservice on computer enhanced education is suggested before implementing…

A review of the literature and of currently available computer programs for the use of log-linear models in analysis of qualitative data is presented, and two types of log-linear models and procedures for investigating both types are outlined. (MSE)

Explains the Integrated Learning Model (ILM), a computer model of information processing which postulates thought patterns during learning and its use in teaching peer tutors about the learning process. Explains the ILM's five phases: preparation, input, processing, storage, and output. Looks at strengths and weaknesses. (DMM)

To ensure that students under its jurisdiction would be prepared for and comfortable with a rapidly changing, high-technology society, the South Gibson School Corporation (Indiana) decided in 1982 to introduce microcomputers in its one high school and three community schools. The implementation and encouraging results of this project are…

Presents the opinions of six corporate media managers on the accounting practice of charging corporate departments for audiovisual services rendered on individual projects and productions rather than having the corporation underwrite the audiovisual department budget. (MBR)

The learning potential of Logo programing language is discussed. Observations of students in kindergarten and first grade interacting with a sequence of Logo activities led to the development of nine benchmarks. (MNS)

Provides a brief introduction to computer applications in information organizations in China. Highlights include information retrieval (personnel, equipment, bibliographic databases, information retrieval programs and systems, service status); library management; and Chinese character processing (code method, character root method). History,…

This essay examines ways in which microcomputers are currently used in libraries and suggests practical considerations for those about to embark on automation projects. Sources of information on library automation, the overselling of microcomputing power, systems analysis, and factors to consider in purchase justification are highlighted. Four…