Advocates the use of wide-area networking systems (WANS) by English departments to bring the whole world's public discourse into classrooms. Maintains English departments need people who speak the language of networking technology to understand how it can support or defeat pedagogical goals, and to garner computing resources. Offers a brief…

Common fears teachers have of computer-assisted instruction are outlined. Information is given to familiarize teachers with related terminology and procedures, including descriptions of equipment commonly used, applications and combinations of equipment; capacity, kinds and availability of programs, and a glossary of over 50 terms. (MSE)

Presents a glossary of 146 terms related to computers and their application in education. (KC)

Characteristics, idiosyncrasies, borrowings, and other aspects of the French terminology for computers and computer-related matters are discussed and placed in the context of French computer use. A glossary provides French equivalent terms or translations of English computer terminology. (MSE)

Over 60 terms, abbreviations, and acronyms commonly used in computer assisted language learning and instruction are defined. Included are terms pertaining to computer equipment, programs, and applications. (MSE)

Explains computer terminology in areas of computer memory, computer languages, programing, computer hardware, and time sharing. A list of computer terms is appended. (EJS)