Describes three of many uses to which the desk-top computer has been put in the introductory physics laboratory. The three uses involve an AC circuit laboratory, an equipotential mapping experiment, and an N-slit diffraction experiment. Typical desk-top computer-produced theory plots are shown. (LC)

Satiric essay which alleges that computer assisted instruction is often a process so wrapped up in itself that it loses sight of the needs of the student. (LS)

Describes a two-week program in computer graphics for middle school students interested in the arts. Students used the PAINT program and learned a process called digitizing. Learning to use the computer language and developing aesthetically pleasing graphics are equally important aspects of computer graphics. (CS)

Microcomputers can contribute to a handicapped child's communication, control of the environment, education, and recreation. Descriptions are given of projects to adapt the technology to serve students with difficulties in hearing, speech and language, learning and cognitive skills, and movement and neurological development. (CL)

The article reviews the development of computer applications to the instruction of gifted and talented children; considers cognitive and affective benefits; and suggests possibilities of noninstructional benefits as enhancing relationships between students and teachers, identifying gifted students, and developing behavioral objectives. (CL)

Discussed are a number of questions which should be asked about microcomputers in schools before computer assisted instruction is implemented. For example, what dangers are encountered in programs designed for classroom use? (RM)

A day in a learning disabilities resource room with children in grades one through six is described. The teacher used a personal microcomputer and no commercial software. The computer offers many advantages and rewards for children with learning disabilities. (Author/SEW)

A high school computer laboratory is also available for use by community members enrolled in a computer class. Equipment security is obtained by staggering the hours of teacher aides. Faculty and staff can take computers home on weekends. (MLF)

Three computer software packages from Krell, Borg-Warner, and Edu-ware are reviewed in terms of their improving users' vocabulary, verbal analogy, and mathematical skills in preparation for the SATs. Students benefitting most are those who know the subject but do poorly on tests. (MBR)

Explores ways computers and traditional teaching may work together in journalism education. (HOD)

Activities using Logo, a programing language, have been successful in helping severely physically disabled students as well as autistic children express themselves. (CL)

Describes a research project on the role of the instructor in managing microcomputer typewriting instruction. The teachers selected software, familiarized students with the equipment, provided support, monitored progress, helped students establish goals, and provided instructional activities. (JOW)

Surveys the status of computer assisted instruction (CAI) in English. (JL)

Describes some applications of computer assisted learning to language teaching and suggests how the language teaching profession might best profit from them. (EKN)