Efficiency of algorithms for evaluating polynomial expressions and an alternative method for evaluating Sf(x) eaxdx are discussed. (FL)

Discusses the various problems encountered when scheduling examination timetables and a means for overcoming them using a computer-based examination management system to provide the registrar with an analysis and feedback to eliminate conflicts. The system uses color-coding to produce blocks of nonconflicting examinations. (EAO)

Traditions and pressures in the academic environment accounting for early and continuing involvement of higher education with computer networking are described. Several established networks illustrating the wide range of academic applications currently available as well as policy issues of particular significance in academic networks are…

ComputerTowns are local, volunteer organizations providing learning opportunities for interested individuals and fostering computer literacy. ComputerTown Menlo Park is currently being developed (with NSF funding) into a demonstration computer literacy project to disseminate the model to libraries and other institutions. Program…

Game-playing has become a more generalized phenomenon than ever, entering into public recreation, school programs, and commercial promotional efforts. Games require competitive interaction between two or more individuals, making game-playing useful in clinical therapy and opening games to technological innovation. The latest such innovation is the…

A special National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) service is contributing to national productivity by providing industry with reusable, low-cost, government-developed computer programs. Located at the University of Georgia, NASA's Computer Software Management and Information Center (COSMIC) has developed programs for equipment…

A computer named Sophia at Smith College does far more than routine data processing. Her activities range from matching roommates to classifying plants. (Author/MLF)

Describes a computer-assisted scheduling algorithm for college courses and faculty. The method considers such issues as availability of lecturers, preferred times for courses, and time conflicts. Samples of the schedules are included. (JJD)

To help female elementary students overcome computer anxiety (similar to math anxiety) and thereby promote equal use of computers by both sexes, principals should enhance girls' self-concepts concerning computers, provide computer literacy training, and expand girls' career goals. (Author/RW)

Discusses a prototype computer program designed to calculate readability levels and explains why such a program is needed. Calls for support from others who can assist in the program's development. (FL)

Describes the use of EXPER SIM (experimental simulation) as an instructional tool in speech communication research. Several sample models are offered along with a discussion of the advantages and drawbacks of using the computer for social science research. (JMF)

Describes a computerized attendance accounting system that has reduced teacher concern with clerical tasks, brought attendance problems to the attention of parents and counselors sooner than before, and focused conferences and remediation efforts on objective computer data. (Author/IRT)

Describes Cyclops, an advanced electronic audiovisual system which uses microprocessor technology to convert a video signal into an audio signal for transmission by telephone, radio, or stereo-audio cassettes. Students need a 'black-box' to decode the signal for display on a standard television screen. Problems encountered in implementing this…

A list of rules and sample items for a computer fair contest for grades 3 to 12 is given. (MK)