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Learning How to Program or Use Computers: A Review of Six Applied Studies.
Kagan, Dona M. – Educational Technology, 1988
Summarizes the results of six studies that examined differences between courses in computer programming and computer literacy, and the relationships between achievement in these courses, student personality traits, cognitive styles, and gender. Suggestions for future research are made. (7 references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Cognitive Style, Comparative Analysis, Computer Literacy
Which Computer Competencies Are Needed Most by School Managers? A Comparison of the Views of Computer Experts and School Principals.
Montague, Elaine C.; King, Richard A. – Educational Technology, 1985
Compares two surveys--one of school administrators and one of computer experts--on perceptions of priorities among computer competencies for school administrators. Analysis includes importance of computer literacy; programing, application, hardware/software, and resource acquisition skills; and awareness of training needs. Experts were found to be…
Descriptors: Administrator Responsibility, Comparative Analysis, Computer Literacy, Microcomputers
Computer Uses in Schools: Research on What Is and What Should Be.
Schuttenberg, Ernest M.; And Others – Educational Technology, 1985
This study compares the expectations of educators, parents, and business leaders regarding computer uses in education with their conceptions of what is actually being done. Respondents saw microcomputer use for recordkeeping, determining instructional needs, and instruction as important potential uses but felt that more should be done. (MBR)
Descriptors: Community Attitudes, Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs, Educational Research