Discusses the differences between computer-assisted and computer-managed instruction (CMI), identifies the central themes running through CMI, presents a general definition of CMI, gives a functional overview of CMI, and develops definitions pertaining to CMI functions and systems. (Author/JL)

This meta analysis of 101 studies of computer-based education in colleges highlights examination performance, student attitudes toward instruction and computers, the relationship of publication source to study outcome, and time needed for instruction. One hundred twenty-one references are listed. (Author/LRW)

Among the findings of this survey conducted to assess the knowledge and attitudes of Nebraska K-12 teachers, Teachers College faculty, and student teachers was that the educators strongly favor instruction to foster computer literacy in secondary schools but that the respondents did not feel qualified to teach the classes. (Author/IRT)