Describes the STAR (Special Technology for Academics and Recreation) labs in two Hartford, Connecticut schools, whose computers are in constant, enthusiastic use to improve the writing of students with a wide range of special needs. (SR)

The model for color vision put forward by Edwin Land is explained. The aspects of the theory that can be demonstrated within the classroom are described. A random arrangement of straight-edged colored areas mounted on a screen, called a Mondrian, projectors, and a computer are used to calculate reflectance. (KR)

Describes a study which explored the instructional use of computers by beginning teachers, specifically the ways in which they used the computer, the influences on these uses, and the impact of these uses on their teaching and socialization into the profession. (IAH)

Provides and details a 10-point checklist for better resource management that includes hardware and software inventory and maintenance. (MLF)

Discusses the role which computers can play in Catholic education, describing the importance of emerging technologies such as CD-ROM, electronic mail, teleconferencing, and computer networks. Indicates that, in spite of possible financial difficulties, schools should set aside funding for educational computer programming to ensure that students…

Uses illustrations and text to discuss convenient ways to organize and present computer-based multimedia to students in lecture classes. Includes the following topics: (1) Effects of illustrations on learning; (2) Using computer-based illustrations in lecture; (3) MacPresents-Multimedia Presentation Software; (4) Advantages of computer-based…

At the Central Virginia Governor's School for Science and Technology, a variety of techniques are used to infuse technology concepts throughout the curriculum as part of school reform. Technology infusion categories are (1) increasing productivity (through infusion of productivity tools); (2) exposing students to emerging technologies; and (3)…

Proposes regional consortia of school districts that would buy instructional software; create communications networks; develop teaching and training methods; develop effective techniques for administrative management and support; and identify and advocate specific research needs. (MLF)

Claims that computer-assisted instruction can be a feasible option for the basic writing classroom. Argues that developmental writers must have the opportunity to use computers to enhance the writing process and improve critical thinking. Advocates using computers to go beyond sentence-level writing errors. (HB)

Project Prometheus involves IBM Canada, college faculty, and classroom teachers in Manitoba who cooperate to discover the most effective ways to use information technology to promote mathematics and science literacy. The article analyzes teachers' very positive perceptions of how technology affected their classroom teaching styles and learning…

Asserts that computer analysis makes it possible to assess the intervention of a second "author" in Christopher Columbus's famous "Diary." Concludes that computer analysis makes it possible to examine Columbus's verbatim testimony and identify ways that Bartoleme de Las Casas intervened. (CFR)

A computer program that simulates the random evolution of a metabolic pathway is given. The program shows that natural selection preserves favorable traits if they occur in a specific sequence. (KR)

Describes technological changes implemented by the Diocese of San Jose, California, in the areas of interschool communication via electronic mail; collaboration with Apple Computer for training in electronic mail; teacher training in basic computer applications; facilities/equipment improvement; and integration of technology throughout the…

Urges sociologists to direct more attention toward computer usage because of computers' increasing importance in producing sociological knowledge. Criticizes professional ambivalence toward computer technology as inhibiting creative software development and adequate training of sociologists in computer methods. Concludes that sociology's…

This article reviews technological advances in educational computer use and discusses applications for computers as tools, tutors, and tutees in mathematics education of gifted students. Computer-assisted instruction, artificial intelligence, multimedia, numeric processing, computer-aided design, LOGO, robotics, and hypercard software packages are…