Describes Clark University's new computer training program for faculty and staff. (MD)

Preliminary observations from a project that is examining the effects of three methods of teaching LOGO are discussed. The working hypothesis presented is that teaching LOGO in a "mediational" format based on current cognitive literature will produce generalizable cognitive development in children. (Author/CL)

DAVID, Dynamic Audio Video Instructional Device, is composed of a conventional videotape recorder, a microcomputer, and a video controller, and has been successfully used for speech reading and sign language instruction with deaf students. (CL)

The author provides step-by-step instructions for using the Cranmer Modified Perkins Brailler, Apple Microcomputer, and Versa Braille. (CL)

The paper describes how "IBM Graphing Assistant" and "Apple Softgraph" can foster a multifaceted approach to application of mathematical concepts and how a survey can be undertaken using the computer as word processor, data bank, and source of visual displays. Mathematical skills reinforced include estimating, rounding, graphing, and solving…

Thirty-seven sixth graders were assigned to one of two computer-based treatments to learn four propaganda concepts. In both treatments, students were allowed to choose additional instruction; however, one group received general statements of encouragement to choose additional instruction. Results are presented. (Author/MT)

Microcomputer simulation of pupils offers one means of addressing some of the practical problems of teacher training. A simulation is described and general findings to date are summarized. Anticipated developments and potential benefits are discussed. (Author/CL)

The computer assisted speech tool approach is designed to facilitate record keeping and prescriptive teaching for individual deaf students. The program produces a personalized listing of the student's current level of speech skill in profile form and a description of the instructional sequence for six appropriate speech subskills. (Author/CL)

The author cites the potential of computer assisted instruction (CAI) for handicapped students and reports on a study of a spelling CAI program for learning disabled (LD) college students. Among difficulties for the LD students were lack of student confidence in using the programs and difficulty in reading the instructions. (CL)

Reports on a national survey to identify effective microcomputer assisted instruction for vocational special needs students. (SK)

A project is underway which is examining tactual, auditory, and visual approaches to giving visually impaired students access to microcomputers. A three-module student instructional program, a workshop for teachers in residential and day-school programs, and criteria for software evaluation have also been developed. (CL)

The Arc Ed Curriculum uses video game formats to teach math and language arts content. Four motivational features (feedback, improvement, high response rates, and unlimited ceiling on performance along with adapted content could make the system applicable for use with severely handicapped learners. (CL)

Market factors surrounding computer software in special education are examined, including proliferation of computers in schools, widespread marketing and distribution patterns for software, consumer demands for software, quality, timelessness, emphasis on basic skills, and an understanding of future capabilities. (CL)

Discusses the pros and cons of using computer-assisted instruction for training and the difficulty in evaluating various programs. (JOW)

Suggests that the computer may have applications in counselor training. Outlines the capacities and characteristics currently available in computer technology as they relate to the tasks and methods of counselor education and reviews available computer system models and limitations in terms of implications for use in training efforts. (JAC)