Describes a study designed to assess the effectiveness of computer assisted instruction in creating successful young spellers from low-achieving first graders. Results indicate that in all but one of the seven case experiments conducted, a positive educational change was noted. (MBR)

Examines characteristics of the successful computer assisted instruction (CAI) author, including knowledge required and time for planning, developing, and testing. Obstacles to successful teacher-author are described, including need for extensive training and uninterrupted free time. An alternative approach of teamwork between computer…

Two computer programs that simulate the multiplier and accelerator processes are described. The simulations can be used in college-level economics classes or by pupils using their own personal computers at home. Very little knowledge of programing is required to implement the simulations. (Author/RM)

Presents the Reading Estimate Program, which follows the same procedure as the Raygor Estimate for determining readability. (CRH)

Describes how the word processor can be used for the creation of application and practice materials for reading comprehension in a learning station format. (CRH)

By the end of 1985, all secondary and almost all primary schools in the United Kingdom are expected to own one or more microcomputers. A critical examination of recent developments in these schools due to the introduction of the microcomputer is presented. (RM)

The Bioengineering Program of the Association for Retarded Citizens has undertaken three projects: (1) a computer-based environmental control system to help people with severe and profound mental retardation; (2) a software system that features assessment and remedial components with opportunities to play a video game; and (3) a bladder sensing…

Focuses on computers and adult learners and (1) establishes the need for addressing the use of computer technology with adult learners; (2) reports on a survey that addressed computer access, interest, and experience; and (3) offers some perceptions about special needs of adults as new computer users. (HTH)

The characteristics of videodisc technology are outlined, and a project undertaken to create an interactive videodisc for French language instruction is described, including the efforts to eliminate physical barriers between the computer and the user, pedagogical strategy and material, programing technicalities, and other details of production.…

If the computer is viewed as an exciting instructional tool in the current Information society rather than as the answer to schools' dilemmas, school professionals can begin to explore its humanistic potential to provide challenge and active inquiry. Professionals should be wary of the computer as orchestrator of educational experiences. (MBR)

Argues that software for electronic boards should address a variety of teaching styles, student abilities and ages, class textbooks, teaching objectives, and learning environments for flexibility of use. The software features that contribute to flexibility include frequent stops, options for going backwards, inter- and intra-unit jumps, and…

Five ways the computer can be used in psychology courses to teach thinking are described: using the computer to replace things that already work (e.g., a tachistoscope); programing the computer; simulating specialized procedures and situations; providing behavior to be observed and described; and posing problems for analysis and solution. (RM)

Effectiveness of microcomputer-assisted instruction is based on availability of quality instructional programs. Important characteristics of high quality instructional software is offered for health educators. (Author/DF)

Four experiments involving 180 undergraduates evaluated the effectiveness of computer graphics in improving estimates for algebra word problems. Variations in the simulation resulted in successful and unsuccessful programs as measured by the frequency with which students improved their estimates. Quality of feedback to students while learning is…

At the Nebraska School for the Visually Handicapped, students participate in a computer technology program with tutorial, computer literacy, prevocational, personal use, programing, career planning, word processing, and administrative applications. (CL)