In examining microcomputer uses in education, consideration must be given to hardware, software, and most importantly, the people who will use them. The educational software market is being affected by hardware manufacturers, educational publishers, independent software houses, user groups, and classroom teachers. Each of these groups has clearly…

Discusses five areas in which microcomputers have a major effect upon vocational education: computer literacy, computer assisted instruction, computer managed instruction, managing instructional resources, and applications in vocational fields. Also discusses the need for inservice education for vocational educators to keep abreast of the…

The expert systems are designed to imitate the reasoning of a human expert in a content area field. Designed to be advisors, these software systems combine the content area knowledge and decision-making ability of an expert with the user's understanding and knowledge of particular circumstances. The reading diagnosis system, the RD2P System…

The impact of the technological revolution on education is examined in this monograph, which focuses primarily on computers. First, the history of the educational uses of a variety of media (film, radio, television, teaching machines, and videodisc systems) is traced and assessed. As instructional aids, it is said, the media economize teachers'…

Current applications of electronic technologies in special education and rehabilitation are noted, including information processing and interactive learning, instructional planning, communication, problem solving, prosthetic devices, and recreation. (CL)

Considers the future of integrated learning systems (ILSs) and examines hypermedia as the most promising new interactive technology for education. Topics discussed include changes in technology; the use of computers in schools; the value of video games; the impact of ILSs on schools; and cognitive science and cognitive psychology. (LRW)

The educational delivery system in the United States has matured, and investing more funds in the current system will have no effect in terms of effectively training students for tomorrow's society. Among the shortcomings of the current delivery system are limited individual instruction, inconsistent quality of presentation, limits of the teacher…

Discusses Arthur Andersen and Company's reasons for using high technology in job training, including its ability to improve productivity, provide training on demand, reduce training costs, and keep educational quality consistent. A Life Cycle Model which is used to integrate high technology into this accounting company's educational programs is…

Challenges traditional methods of education and urges use of computer technology to increase learner productivity. Recommends a national program for innovative learning and advocates increased cooperation between industry and educational institutions. Suggests a Model Educational Center as a systematic approach for computerized instruction. (ML)

The author discusses recent advances in technology and their application to vocational-technical education. He also touches on necessary skills and characteristics of future workers. (CH)

Discusses a Houston Independent School District project that investigated the effectiveness of providing computers in computer-student ratios of 1-1, 1-two, or 1-three. Describes curriculum modifications and applications to drill and practice, tutorials, management, simulation, games, computer literacy, programing, and word processing in classroom…

Some emerging patterns in educational computing permit speculation about future trends in educational computer hardware, software, and applications. Ultimately, three types of hardware units will be used by schools: professional systems, personal computers (microcomputers), and a new generation of inexpensive personal computers that can be…

The development of the first microcomputers in the 1970's has led to a quiet revolution in the use of computers in the school. Computers have proven themselves as effective teaching tools and now, for the first time, these tools are within realistic reach for all levels of education. Under the three major areas of administration management,…

In order to provide a framework for addressing computer literacy and program development considerations, this document discusses issues in computer implementation on higher education campuses and outlines a preliminary plan for Cedarville College to meet computer-related needs of faculty and students. The growth of the computer industry and the…

This document chronicles some of the innovative uses of technology in the adult basic education and literacy field and the creative and cooperative efforts of local service providers to increase the instructional resources for learners. In 1-2 page profiles, it provides information about how the 50 states and the District of Columbia are using…