This brief analysis defines a videodisc, describes the term "interactive video" and distinguishes among three categories of videodisc systems, defined according to the level of interactivity they provide. Advantages and applications of videodisc (e.g., simulations) are noted. A final section describes selected projects focusing on the…

A clearinghouse for information about microcomputer-based educational applications has been established at the Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory (NWREL). The clearinghouse, MicroSIFT (Microcomputer Software and Information for Teachers), is a central project of NWREL's Computer Technology Program. A primary concern has been the development…

This study investigated the effects of microcomputer usage on the educational experiences of a low vision high school student. Ethnographic research methodology was utilized to conduct the single-subject study. Participant observation provided data, with interviewing of key individuals in the student's school and home environments providing…

Described is the development of graphic materials for teaching fundamental concepts in chemistry. Computer simulation provides data and visual materials to aid understanding. (RH)

This article presents findings from a study which gathered expert opinion about the major obstacles to acceptance of computers in instruction and suggestions for future action. The study had two phases: a questionnaire and a conference. (JA)

This paper describes in detail the instruction of an introductory statistics course using the computer not only for tutorial CAI support, but also for the generation of statistical exercises and answers and for its capabilities as a tool to help students complete data analyses. (Author)

This summary is intended for the experienced author who needs a quick reference for the form of a tag and for the restrictions on the TUTOR language commands. Each command includes a brief description of its purpose and a description of the tag. The commands are grouped into the following categories: (1) calculating, (2) data keeping, (3) judging,…

Condensed from "The Modern Language Jurnal, Volume 52 (November 1968), 401-10.

This paper provides educators with a general perspective on computer literacy and an in-depth examination of the Computer Literacy Awareness Assessment conducted by the Minnesota Educational Computing Consortium (MECC). Addressing computer literacy as part of the ongoing use of computers in a classroom setting is identified as the most reasonable…

Designed to answer basic questions educators have about microcomputer hardware and software and their applications in teaching, this paper describes the revolution in computer technology that has resulted from the development of the microchip processor and provides information on the major computer components; i.e.; input, central processing unit,…