Experiences of the Instructional Services staff of the Minnesota Educational Computing Consortium (MECC) are detailed. To meet the massive demand for computer training, the staff has balanced the three approaches of offering regularly scheduled events, responding to individual requests, and urging institutions to set up their own follow-up…

The television screen under computer control is seen as a very compelling focus of attention that can be harnessed and used to good educational effect. It is stated that the most vital and difficult task in curriculum development is to make useful material accessible to teachers. (MP)

Two computer-oriented chemistry laboratory simulations are described. The material focuses on acid-base titration and an ideal gas simulation. (MP)

Microcomputers for school use have been financed with funds from many sources. This article briefly describes funding sources and uses of microcomputers in numerous schools and colleges. (MLF)

Educational institutions use networks to connect devices to a common line or central course to share resources. Presented is information for selecting the best network system for present and future needs. Discusses configuration of line; transmission methods, rates, and lines; cable length; price; and interfacing. (DC)

Eight factors were studied to determine their relationship to success in a beginning computer science course. Significant correlations were found between the final exam score and reading comprehension, sequence completion, logical reasoning, and algorithmic execution. (Authors/JN)

The work-related solution to the energy shortage may take the form of improved methods of communication. Personnel professionals are presented with the challenge of a position of leadership in adapting to new communication patterns. (Author/MLF)

The Wang Institute of Graduate Studies plans to offer a master's degree in software engineering. The development of an academic program to produce superior, technically qualified managers for the computer industry's software production is discussed. (Journal availability: Datamation, 666 Fifth Ave., New York, NY 10103.) (MLW)

Numerous studies clearly indicate that Computer Assisted Instruction (CAI) is a successful teaching technique; students respond favorably and it saves learning time. A computer center director offers planning and buying criteria. (Author/TG)

Described is a computer program used to calculate d-spacings (corrected for film shrinkage) and a weighting factor for measurements made on a Debye-Scherrer film. Two purposes are listed for the computer program: time reduction and increase of computer competance. (Author/DS)

Describes several microcomputer systems developed for training purposes. Explains how the lower costs and expanded capability and availablilty of the microcomputer can be used by business for employee training and by schools in the classrooms. Includes information on computer programs and memory storage. (MF)

Computers have affected higher education in several ways. The content of instruction has changed to include learning about computers and problem solving with computers. The impact of computers on the method of instruction has been less significant. (JN)

At the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics, microcomputers and minicomputers are being integrated into all aspects of the high school program. This report describes the rationale behind and some of the features of this school's computer program. (SJL)

Discusses factors to be considered in the selection of microcomputers for school use (components, cost, reliability, serviceability, who will use them, applications, input and output requirements, processing, storage, etc.), and describes the development of a computer area for a multiple activity lab. (CT)

Problems are presented that can be solved with a microcomputer which explore the binary, decimal, and hexadecimal number systems and related problems. (Author/TG)