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| Popular Computing | 3 |
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| Cole, Bernard | 1 |
| Fiske, Edward | 1 |
| Watt, Dan | 1 |
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| Reports - Descriptive | 3 |
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Cole, Bernard – Popular Computing, 1983
Compares machine code with assembler languages, explains the difference between low and high level computer languages, and traces the historical development and special features of the general purpose languages--BASIC, FORTRAN, COBOL, LISP, ALGOL, Pascal, APL, and PL/1--and special purpose languages--C, FORTH, Modula 2, Smalltalk, PILOT, and…
Descriptors: Artificial Languages, Comparative Analysis, Computer Programs, Computers
Watt, Dan – Popular Computing, 1983
This comprehensive guide to Logo as a programing language discusses its potential for advanced as well as introductory programing, lists and explains several computer programs, and provides evaluative reviews of eight Logo systems, including information on their developers, distributors, price, format, appropriate microcomputer, documentation,…
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Programs
Fiske, Edward – Popular Computing, 1983
Reviews the growth of computers in schools throughout North America, the changing attitude towards acceptance of the necessity and desirability for computer literacy and computer science education, and some social implications. Discussion of many practical benefits include pupil control, adaptability to special education, increased motivation, and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Programs, Computer Science Education
