Discusses a variety of ways that teachers at all levels are using databases in their classrooms, how students respond to working with databases, the relationship of databases to inquiry learning, and how databases can be integrated into the curriculum. (RS)

John Sculley, the chairman of the board of Apple Computer, Inc., discusses information technology management, management strategies, network management, the Chief Information Officer, strategic planning, back-to-the-future planning, business and university joint ventures, and security issues. (MLW)

Discussion of the integration of computing and library services focuses on the organization of information resources at the Michigan Business School. The Kresge Business Administration Library facilities and resources are described, computing services are explained, user needs and expectations are considered, and funding issues are discussed. (LRW)

Reviewed are two computer software packages: "Super Solvers Midnight Rescue!" a problem-solving program for IBM PCs; and "Interactive Physics," a simulation program for the Macintosh computer. The functions of the package are discussed including strengths and weaknesses and teaching suggestions. (CW)

Discussed is the concept of mirroring in which computer programs are used to enhance the use of mathematics manipulatives. The strengths and weaknesses of this approach are presented. The uses of the computer in modeling and as a manipulative are also described. Several software packages are suggested. (CW)

Describes the preparation of preservice secondary mathematics teachers in the uses and implications of classroom technology. Presents four areas of technology: (1) programing; (2) utility programs; (3) calculators; and (4) implementation of instructional software and communication packages. (Author/YP)

Discusses the golden ratio and how to make golden triangles using recursive Logo programs. Presents some outputs of the Penrose tile patterns. (YP)

Reviewed are three computer software packages including "Martin Luther King, Jr.: Instant Replay of History,""Weeds to Trees," and "The New Print Shop, School Edition." Discussed are hardware requirements, costs, grade levels, availability, emphasis, strengths, and weaknesses. (CW)

Lists 12 reasons to use the computer in undergraduate mathematics. Describes the appropriate roles and expectations for computer usage in the 17 mathematics offerings in 2-year colleges. Discusses anticipated types of software and their mathematical applications. (YP)

Provides two activities. Discusses the use of a computer and a calculator for the activities. Presents BASIC and LOGO program for finding Pythagorean triples. Seven references are listed. (YP)

Described are two applications of computers in chemistry. The multilinear equations and procedures used in obtaining a least-squares solution for curve fitting in chemistry are presented. Also discussed is the program "ATORB" which can be used to generate graphs of probable electron clouds for various atoms and molecules. (CW)

Educational use of high technology, like interactive videodiscs, can teach kids about choices and consequences. Television has not ruined society, but rather society does not effectively use the visual media. If the United States education system does not improve technologically, companies will sell education directly to the parents. (SI)

Provides reviews of courseware entitled: "Mystery Matter," which is a series that supplements the basic inquiry process; "Jumping Math Flash," which is an arcade-game program with arithmetic problems; and "Quest for Files: Science Rocks and Minerals The Upper Crust," which is a database program for earth science.…

Discusses the use of the computer to encourage a versatile approach to learning involving both symbolic/logical and visual/holistic types of mental activity. Provides experimental data showing the effect of an enhanced Socratic mode of teaching. (YP)

Provides a listing of a software graphics program that investigates the law of reflection and Snell's law of refraction. Written in BASIC for the Apple II personal computer. (MVL)