The special needs and problems associated with encouraging mathematically able girls to pursue advanced training and education are detailed. Several specific suggestions on ways to help female students in these areas are given. (MP)

Several areas of concern are noted in the emerging national movement toward programs for mathematically gifted students. Four areas of current needs that could be better addressed which would greatly expedite current efforts are noted. (MP)

Suggestions for designing a mathematics curriculum for academically gifted students are presented. The ideas for program design are divided into three areas: content, process, and acceleration. (MP)

Guidelines cover: (1) The Key Person(s); (2) Needs Assessments; (3) Long-Range Goals; (4) Information Collection; (5) Inservice Training; and (6) Implementation Model. It is suggested that once the basic commitment has been made to incorporate microcomputers in an educational program, districts must proceed with well-devised plans. Core…

Typical educational alternatives for gifted students offered at the district or regional level are presented. Among the approaches described are special schools, magnet schools, summer programs, learning centers, and special classes. (MP)

Factors to be considered in setting up, administering, and evaluating a remedial mathematics program are covered. (MP)

Teachers need to answer two questions: (1) How do computer software and activities contribute to meeting objectives? and (2) Do instructional plans take advantage of the computer's unique potential? Instructional and management uses of computers are discussed, with the teachers' role described. (MP)

Ways to use the Arithmetic Teacher (AT) in planning a staff development program for teachers or a workshop are described. The first focus is on the AT classified index. The use of back issues as a resource is particularly promoted. The AT is promoted as a multifaceted source of ideas. (MP)

Computer literacy is defined as the ability to utilize capabilities of computers intelligently. Specific skills and characteristics necessary for computer literate pupils are listed. The importance of computer literacy, a curriculum, and evaluation are discussed. (MP)

A program in Illinois designed to combine a professional growth experience for teachers with a learning experience for children in a new type of summer school is described. (MP)