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Sherwood, Robert D. – 1983
This paper presents alternative ways microcomputers can be utilized in the educational process. These uses are: (1) learning from, with, and about computers; (2) learning about thinking with computers; and (3) managing learning with computers. Each of these uses is discussed as to its applicability to current educational practice and possibilities…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Cognitive Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy
Bristol Public Schools, CT. – 1983
This district plan for a computer education program contains objectives for grades K-8, course descriptions for grades 9-12, descriptions of three special programs, and data related to computer inventories and budgets. Accompanying the K-8 objectives, which are listed separately for each grade level, are activities/procedures and methods of…
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education
Pijar, Mary Lou, Comp; And Others – 1983
This report is a compilation of educational materials that are available in the field of diagnostic medical ultrasound. Materials, which include publications, audiovisual aids, and teaching aids, are listed under the following categories: abdominal imaging; anatomy and physiology; anatomy and embryology; bioeffects; cardiology and vasculature;…
Descriptors: Anatomy, Audiovisual Aids, Cardiovascular System, Clinical Diagnosis
Lindsay, John – 1985
Information systems design is at a crossroads of changes in technology (microcomputing, software engineering, and telecommunications) and the administration of social systems, of which urban and regional planning are a part. Training in information systems design will be beneficial to four distinct groups of people: clerical and technical staff;…
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Computer System Design, Database Management Systems, Developing Nations
Embry, Lynn – 1985
Developed as an introduction to computer programming using an Apple microcomputer, this document presents teachers and students with: (1) essential vocabulary used in the BASIC language; (2) syntax; and (3) programming techniques. Simple hands-on activities designed to guide the learner through beginning BASIC programming skills and fundamental…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Literacy, Computer Science, Computer Uses in Education
Urban, Cynthia M. – 1986
Recent reports have revealed that inequalities exist between males and females, racial minorities and whites, and rich and poor in accessibility to and use of computers. This study reviews the research in the field of computer-based education to determine the extent of and reasons for these inequities. The annotated research articles are arranged…
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Computer Uses in Education, Economically Disadvantaged, Educational Discrimination
Brasell, Heather – 1987
As part of an investigation of the effectiveness of a microcomputer-based laboratory (MBL) activity in developing students' graphing skills, this study was specifically designed to examine the differences between females and males in both performance on graphing tasks and on their attitudes to graphs and graph-based activities. Results based on a…
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education, Females
Batey, Anne; And Others – 1986
The instructional uses of databases are highlighted in this report and their advantages as teaching and learning tools are emphasized. Databases reviewed are for storing, retrieving, sorting, and printing information and for manipulating information. Questions explored include: (1) how are science databases used in the classroom (covering…
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Computer Software Reviews, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware
Arkansas State Dept. of Education, Little Rock. Arkansas Commission on Microcomputer Instruction. – 1985
This document provides guidelines for the preparation of school district plans for implementation of the microcomputer instructional programs recommended for Arkansas high schools. Introductory materials include a history and description of the Instructional Microcomputer Project for Arkansas Classrooms (IMPAC), results of a state-wide…
Descriptors: Business Education, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education
Shoemaker, Judith S. – 1986
This study was an examination of the usefulness of a statistical regression approach to identify prospective Engineering and Information and Computer Science (ICS) applicants most likely to succeed at the University of California at Irvine (UCI). The specific purpose was to determine the extent to which preadmissions measures such as high school…
Descriptors: College Entrance Examinations, College Students, Computer Science, Correlation
Russ, Michael – Printout, 1986
Student use of microcomputer databases in social studies is discussed. Databases give students and teachers an opportunity to get involved in information storage, retrieval, and analysis. In the process, students develop skills of inquiry, problem-solving, and critical thinking, as well as many of the basic skills needed not only in social studies…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education, Computers
Baylor, Jack – 1985
The attitudes of educators toward computers were assessed as well as their attitude change while taking an introductory microcomputer course. Sex and age differences were also investigated. Subjects included a sample who were surveyed by mail and a group of 22 teachers who were enrolled in a microcomputer course. A 44-item attitude questionnaire…
Descriptors: Adult Students, Age Differences, Attitude Change, Attitude Measures
Adey, David, Comp.; And Others – 1987
Thirteen papers from the University of South Africa's Conference on Distance Education are presented on media and technology. They include: "Making the Abstract Concrete: A Slide/Sound Programme to Illustrate Abstract Concepts on the Concrete Level" (Grace Reeler); "The Microcomputer and Distance Education" (Johanna S.…
Descriptors: Audiotape Cassettes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science, Developing Nations
O'Neil, Sharon Lund; Everett, Donna R. – 1988
This course is the fourth of seven in the Information Systems curriculum. The purpose of the course is to review data, text, graphics, and voice communications technology. It includes an overview of telecommunications technology. An overview of the course sets forth the condition and performance standard for each of the five task areas in the…
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Business Education, Computer Networks, Computer Oriented Programs
O'Neil, Sharon Lund; Everett, Donna R. – 1988
This course is the seventh of seven in the Information Systems curriculum. The purpose of this capstone course is to build on skills acquired in the earlier courses. Emphasis is placed on realistic situations and challenges that exist in the automated office and for which information systems technology and skills are pertinent. These components…
Descriptors: Automation, Behavioral Objectives, Business Administration, Business Education
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