Describes the design and application of a microprocessor simulation using BASIC for formal training of technicians and managers and as a management tool. Illustrates the utility of the modular approach for the instruction and practice of decision-making techniques. (SK)

Intended for classroom teachers, answers questions regarding use of microcomputers in teaching, defining some concepts associated with computer technology. Information provides number, kind, and adaptation of microcomputers for special education students. Suggestions for using microcomputers in programs for students, teachers, and administrators…

Discusses ways to combine technological innovations in the areas of visual aids and computers with existing language lab equipment in order to motivate students in the area of second language learning. (EKN)

Literature on statistics instruction in dental education indicates course guidelines are available, and computer-assisted instruction is recommended. Self-instruction with programed materials is recommended as an effective and less costly alternative. (Author/MSE)

Describes a method for integrating basic instruction on computer programing in mathematics courses for earth science, chemistry, and pharmaceutical chemistry students to provide them with a knowledge of the real possibilities of computing media. (CHC)

The authors describe the impact on education of the severely retarded of three major areas of technologic intervention--microcomputer assisted assessment, nonvocal communication, and information prosthetics. (SB)

Describes the TREE (Toronto Research and Education Environment) System, an interactive computer system developed as a teaching and research tool using simulation models for MBA students. The appendix includes selected calculations from a printout. (CHC)

Educators must think clearly about how they want students' education to improve, what computers can do to help, how that assistance can be accomplished, and whether any of this is affordable. (Author/JM)

The uses of interactive video are explored through various case studies. They include cardiopulmonary resuscitation training for the Dallas American Heart Association, Ford Motor Company dealership training, employee training at the Los Angeles Plutonium Facility, and others. (CT)

The "Think It Through" videodisc and computer program is designed to develop independent thinking skills in intermediate-age hearing impaired students. The program combines a videodisc (visual storage medium) and a microcomputer to present interactive problem solving tasks. (CL)

Looks at some of the changes that rapid developments in microcomputer and electronic communications technology will bring to schooling and society. Condensed from "The Futurist," August 1981, p25-30, published by the World Future Society, Washington, D.C. (Editor/SJL)

Describes the current problems affecting the introduction of microcomputers into education. There are still not enough pedagogically sound programs and security precautions often make it difficult to evaluate new ones adequately. Most of the existing computer languages are not suitable for teachers' use. (AM)

Presents the results of a study in aural training that analyzed freshman music majors' responses to rhythmic dictation exercises in the GUIDO system. An analysis of the data showed perceptual patterns and learning styles common to exercises in both simple and common meters. (AM)

Current investigations in the Computers and Music group in the Department of Systems Design Engineering at the University of Waterloo are detailed. New instructional methods and applications are described and proposed that take advantage of microcomputers to improve and enhance the teaching and learning of music. (MP)

The third in a series of reports on the educational applications of computers. Focuses on ERIC materials that can help educators learn more about the graphic capabilities of CRTs. (FL)