Study in language, literature, and culture has long been a defining feature of education in the liberal arts. Speaking, reading, and writing have traditionally stood at the heart of education because the arts of language and the tools of literacy are key qualifications for full participation in social, political, economic, and cultural life. Today…

Recent developments in radio technology are reflected in increases in the number of stations available to listeners in more communities, improvements in audio technology, increased use of satellite interconnection, and extensive automation; however, too little of the impact of these continuing changes has been felt by radio management and…

This paper explores common misconceptions about technological literacy and technology education, proposes a model for technological literacy, and considers the implications of technology-induced changes for education. The model consists of three key dimensions that define technological literacy and guide programming for it: (1) technology's…

This annotated bibliography contains information about technology education primarily for the middle, junior, and senior high school levels. Major themes include the shift from industrial to technology education that has occurred in recent years, the rationale behind this shift, and the importance of technological literacy. Programs and…

From the earliest of times, humans have been working to improve their world. Myths and misunderstandings have arisen from the rapid pace and increasing impact of technology on people's lives. This technology may be material, consisting of tangible implements, or nonmaterial, consisting of both knowledge processed and methods that help humans…

This collection of essays is the second volume in a series of working papers from Lehigh University Technology Studies Resource Center. The papers focus on the ethical implications of engineering as a profession and the current problems associated with the public responsibility of engineers. Issues that relate to the ethical dimensions of…

The author urges academic leaders to consider a change in strategy regarding the technology education curriculum. He suggests that leaders make an effort to clarify the central purpose(s) of technology education and then to develop a student-centered curriculum. (CH)

Discussess the state of the art in computer science education for elementary and secondary students. Includes (1) teacher preparation, (2) hardware, and (3) software. (CH)

This case study illustrates how a newspaper's management introduced major technological changes into the operation, focusing on job redesign. The focus is on motivation. (CH)

There are new and persuasive reasons why industrial arts and physical science teachers, who have common interests in industrial technology, should jointly plan programs and instruction. (SK)

The author states that it is necessary to (1) dispel the notion that science and technology are synonomous, (2) dispel the notion that they must remain mutually exclusive, and (3) most important, establish an agenda for subsequent dialogue and action. (CT)

Discusses how technology is viewed by different people, as well as financial support for the study of technology in liberal arts programs. Three examples of how different educational institutions approach the study of technology are described: basic electronics and heating and cooling technology at Wellesley, engineering at SUNY-Stony Brook, and…

Presents arguments against continuing to search for general scientific literacy. Indicating that there is no need for scientific literacy and that it may not be attainable, suggests that science educators move toward a more realistic goal, namely, technological literacy. The rationale for focusing on technological literacy is addressed. (JN)

Trends noted in four literary works discussing the future are discussed. Works include (1) "The People Puzzle" (Morris Massey); (2) "Megatrends" (John Naisbitt); (3) "The Third Wave" (Alvin Toffler); and (4) "A Vision" (William B. Yeats). (CJB)

Sixty-five documents and journal articles from the ERIC database, on the topic of technological literacy and its implications for teacher education, are cited. (CJB)