Discusses the distinction between drawing and constructing in dynamic geometry environments. (MKR)

This guide was developed to help art teachers see and teach the computer as an art tool. Organized in two sections, the 12 chapters in part 1 explore computer art as an art form, discuss why and how to use the computer as an art teaching tool, and give strategies and lesson suggestions for student explorations and activities in the artroom. Part 2…

This work presents a collection of craft projects that can be created by children. Necessary for completion of each craft is an IBM-compatible computer running Windows, "Word for Windows 6.0," with a mouse, a printer, and plain white printer paper. Simple craft supplies, including glue and scissors, also are needed. In each activity the child is…

The integrated compiler of the Turbo Pascal environment allows the execution of a completed program independent of the developed environment and with greater execution speed, in comparison with LOGO. Conversion table of turtle-graphic commands for the two languages is presented. (Author/YP)

Presented is an example of this use of spreadsheet software. The basic case is considered with an extension and suggestions for other applications. Emphasized is the use of this method at the introductory level. (CW)

A module is presented to facilitate integrating computers and art into the gifted/talented curriculum. Based on the Enrichment Triad model, specific activities are suggested, such as creating interest development centers, increasing awareness of computer imagery in daily life, exploring art software programs, and performing in-depth investigation…

Describes how to draw lines in centimeter units on a computer monitor with the Logo program. Presents four activities involving drawing geometric shapes. Provides a program to move a turtle slowly. (YP)

Provides a lesson that focuses on three-dimensional graphing, contours, and topographical maps using computer spreadsheets. (ASK)

Computer graphic procedures can be adapted at low cost in order to teach the basics of layout and good design in high school and college journalism classes. Both journalism educators and students can benefit from computer equipment used as a vehicle for graphics experimentation. In addition to creating experimental newspaper and magazine page…

Reports the results of the third survey of computer use in engineering education conducted in the fall of 1987 in comparing with 1981 and 1984 results. Summarizes survey data on computer course credits, languages, equipment use, CAD/CAM instruction, faculty access, and computer graphics. (YP)

Reviews the use of microcomputers in the art studio and classrooms. Argues that there is a lack of effective software for art education, but that computers are useful for enhancing standard visual grammar. Suggests that the most legitimate educational use of computers is employing them to discover new ideas in better ways. (GG)

Describes a method to obtain three-dimensional (3-D) representations of data on a computer using commercial data-plotting or spreadsheet analysis software in any personal computer. (JRH)

This article discusses using individualized multimedia activity schedules as a technology-based instruction for young children with autism. The schedules serve as cues that can help students prepare for transitioning to between school activities. The benefits of using Microsoft PowerPoint in the classroom are described, along with implementation…

Presented are ideas for the utilization of Microsoft Works in the secondary mathematics classroom. The spreadsheet and graphing capabilities of this software package are demonstrated for several topics including the concept of slope for first year algebra, and creating and interpreting graphs for a general mathematics class. (Author/CW)

Discusses a way to help children retain the desire to understand mathematical ideas and to carry out routine procedures. Describes a method using computers to teach linear equations and calculus. Eight references are listed. (YP)