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Godlewski, James B. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Describes a study to determine if a school district implementing an unfamiliar curricular change completed the same tasks as those using a model developed by Bishop. Reports that the district was more task oriented when confronted with an unfamiliar curricular change than previously reported. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Development, Educational Development
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Kloster, Aldona M.; Winne, Philip H. – Journal of Educational Psychology, 1989
A study involving 199 eighth graders in British Columbia assessed the use of conceptual, analogical, and outline methods of organization of textual material concerning computer crime and prevention. Findings indicate that simple presentation of a genuine advance organizer does not guarantee that students will use it effectively. (TJH)
Descriptors: Advance Organizers, Computer Science Education, Crime, Crime Prevention
Latham, S.; And Others – Research in Distance Education, 1990
At Mitchell College of Advanced Education (Australia), 15 students took methods and statistics in social sciences and 15 took computing using Pascal on an interactive, microcomputer-based distance education system. The computing students found interactive assignments superior to mail. Low use of a remedial math program and teleconferencing were…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education, Distance Education
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Koohang, Alex A. – Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 1989
Describes study of undergraduate students that measured four types of attitudes toward computers: (1) computer anxiety; (2) computer confidence; (3) computer liking; and (4) perception of computer usefulness. Independent variables used in the study include gender; keyboard familiarity; prior computer experience; and knowledge of programing, word…
Descriptors: Attitude Measures, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education, Database Management Systems
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Hoffman, Kenneth R. – New Directions for Teaching and Learning, 1989
A course for life science and social science students at Hampshire College is a combination of mathematics and computer science. Through actively involving students in manipulations and simulations, their appreciation for the logical and aesthetic properties of mathematical tools and their capacity for the independent work is enhanced. (MLW)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Instruction, College Mathematics, Computer Assisted Instruction
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Brown, Robert M.; And Others – Computers and Education, 1989
Describes study that investigated the impact of computer ownership and lab attendance on College of Business students' performance on an examination and in an introductory course on information systems. Results indicated that both owning a computer and attending lab sessions were associated with a student earning a better course grade. (10…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Analysis of Variance, Attendance Patterns, Business Education
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Herrmann, Robert W. – Computers and Education, 1989
Discusses results of a survey of Virginia's public high schools that was conducted to determine the progress that had been made in integrating computers into the classroom based on the 1984 guidelines released by the Virginia Department of Education. Difficulties with hardware and software, teacher characteristics, and teacher training are…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education, Courseware, Guidelines
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Farah, Badie N.; Higby, Mary A. – Education for Information, 1995
Undergraduate and graduate computer information systems students were surveyed regarding the effectiveness of various teaching formats and aids. Results revealed that small group projects and traditional formats are both very effective learning methods; group size impacts teaching effectiveness; and resources should be directed toward providing…
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Conventional Instruction, Cooperative Learning, Graduate Students
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Ahadiat, Nasrollah – Computers and Education, 1992
Describes a survey of students at a large university and a random sample of faculty at accounting accredited schools that investigated the use of microcomputers in accounting curricula. Topics discussed include work values and computer education, student and teacher attitudes toward computers, and differences between upper division and lower…
Descriptors: Accounting, Business Administration Education, Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction
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Ziegler, Edward W.; Terry, Margaret S. – International Journal of Instructional Media, 1992
This study examined the effects of 3 instructional methods--computer education, creative problem solving, and traditional gifted curriculum--on development of problem-solving skills of gifted students aged 8 to 12. Posttest scores of the computer education unit were significantly higher than scores for the computer literacy and problem-solving…
Descriptors: Academically Gifted, Comparative Analysis, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education
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Elkjaer, Bente – Gender and Education, 1992
Discusses the gender-computer relationship, citing classroom observations and interviews in a Danish primary school's eighth grade (14- to 15-year-old students). Considers why common sex-stereotyping perceptions do not associate females with computer competency and do not associate males with problems in learning to deal competently with…
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Equal Education, Females, Foreign Countries
Rossa, Dean – Computer Science Education, 1991
Presents eight points to emphasize when teaching the concept of place value. Contends that converting numbers from one base to another helps students understand the concept of place value and the importance of context in establishing meaning. Provides a BASIC computer program to make conversions. (MDH)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education, Concept Formation, Context Effect
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Duncan, Doris – Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 1992
Describes a survey conducted for the Institute for Certification of Computer Professionals (ICCP) that examined qualifications and certifications held by information technology (i.e., computer science, information science, information systems, and computer literacy) faculty at two-year and four-year colleges. Continuing education requirements are…
Descriptors: College Faculty, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Higher Education
Wei, Chin-Lung – Journal of Computer-Based Instruction, 1993
Describes a study of high school teachers in Taiwan that was conducted to determine how computers were used for instruction and learning; how teachers taught with and about computers; teachers' attitudes and opinions; and differences between boys', girls', and coeducational schools in the instructional uses of computers. (nine references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Coeducation, Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Science Education
Rothstein, Richard – School Administrator, 2001
Despite politicians' claims to the contrary, public schools are not holding back the economy, and most future jobs will require only modest skill growth. Economists attribute today's economic growth not to improved schools, but to greater efficiency, downward price pressure, and experimentation with lower interest rates. (MLH)
Descriptors: Computer Science Education, Economic Change, Education Work Relationship, Elementary Secondary Education
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