Reviews some of the literature, dating largely from 1979, that concerns the importance of computers in society and of computer literacy. Discusses the implications on education of computers and the need for computer literacy. (SB)

Describes five criteria for computer literacy. Explains need for computer literacy in rural schools. Notes teachers' apparent resistance to learning about computers. Describes a study of attitudes of 119 teachers and prospective rural teachers toward and their awareness of computer applications. Makes recommendations regarding computer education…

Describes the development of an early childhood education course for rural teachers emphasizing: (1) the role of technology in rural children's and teachers' lives; (2) basic computer skills for teachers; (3) developmentally appropriate uses of computers with three- to five-year-olds; and (4) effective integration of computers into early childhood…

Surveyed superintendents, principals, teachers, and preservice teachers about computer literacy. Results support computer literacy as a component of teacher training. Programing was not perceived as an important skill for teachers. Strong indication that teachers need to be able to use the computer as a management and instructional tool. (KS)

Describes survey of student use of microcomputers in 319 small and 350 large public high schools throughout the United States. Finds 99% of schools owned microcomputers chiefly for instructional purposes. Discusses problems of large student/computer ratios, high costs of microcomputers and software, and teacher reluctance to use new technology.…