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Peer reviewedWoodhouse, D. – Computers and Education, 1983
Discusses the rationale, aims, and objectives of introductory computer courses and suggests an improved approach to designing such courses to prepare pupils for a computer-based society and to improve problem solving through structured programing. Criteria for evaluating and choosing an appropriate programing language are listed. (EAO)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Curriculum Design, Evaluation Criteria
Peer reviewedUnderwood, Jean – Computers and Education, 1988
Describes a study that compared the expressed objectives of teachers using computer-based information handling packages in the classroom against recorded classroom outcomes. The areas of skill and knowledge acquisition, learning strategies, sociopsychological issues, and life skills are discussed. (9 references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Cognitive Development, Communication Skills, Comparative Analysis
