The results of a study designed to compare the performance of learning handicapped and normally achieving students on microcomputer-administered spelling tests led the authors to suggest that microcomputer-administered dictation spelling tests may interfere with the cognitive process required in spelling for learning disabled students. (JW)

Dr. Michael Hoban responds to questions concerning the role and future of computers and microcomputers in education, the design of computer education, computer software, and faculty development. (DMM)

Learning disabled students should receive positive beginning experiences with computers. Teachers can modify timing factors, review all programs beforehand to identify problems for particular students, and adapt the software to students' sensory modalities. (CL)

Field review of four problem-solving software programs (Memory Castle, The Pond, King's Rule, and Puzzle Tanks) are reported. Although the software was generally successful in completing its objectives, some recommendations are made for better adapting them to the needs of learning disabled students. (CL)

The article addresses oversimplified responses to Logo research with hearing impaired students. It describes goals of current Logo instruction, reviews some Bank Street College research on Logo and thinking skills, offers guidelines to educators for thinking about this research, and illustrates how research may be used to create improved Logo…

Describes computer software programs that can be used in introductory anthropology courses as well as in courses designed for majors. Discusses design and evaluation criteria helpful for developing computer-aided activities so anthropology students can use cultural variables and make cultural decisions. (Author/KH)

Describes the progress and problems encountered by an eastern university's department of journalism and mass communication as it adapted to computer assisted instruction. (HTH)

The review examines evidence on relationships between computer use and achievement in elementary aged mildly handicapped students. Evidence indicates that the computer effectively augments teacher instruction, but that its effectiveness as a teacher substitute is less evident. A new research paradigm is needed that focuses on interaction between…

Properties of the Vowel Corrector, a visual aid used in speech training of the hearing impaired, are examined. Implications for differentiating utterances of male, female, and child speakers are studied. Results show that the device has promising features and is especially useful for exploring the vowel space and learning a global differentiation…

Examines the implications of electronic networking and database services for adult learners. Explores the feasibility and ramifications of electronic networking and communication with other students and with faculty in a computer network and the implications of being able to access elaborate databases in conducting research, writing essays, or…

Describes the successful integration of Apple microcomputers into the journalism curriculum at an Alaskan university. (HTH)

Computers added to group work situations for hearing impaired students can be an important instructional tool. Teachers should consider the instructional applications of microcomputers in addition to its assessment role. (CL)

The computer assisted evaluation approach used at the California School for the Deaf-Fremont focuses on reading and language skill development. An inventory of computer lessons has been developed to match appropriate activities to student needs. Examples of lessons geared for different language ability levels are provided. (CL)

Discusses selected aspects of understanding spoken foreign language within the parameters of a suggested model of listening comprehension. Suggests some educational strategies in accordance with the proposed model and indicates some of the ways in which computer-assisted learning might help to develop listening comprehension. (EKN)

An annotated list of computer software for use in elementary and secondary social studies courses is provided. (RM)