There is a large gap between the computer's potential to solve problems in a hurry and the American manager's knowledge of how to use it to do that. The concept is best captured by two frequently heard words: computer literacy. (SSH)

This book is designed to introduce educators to basic computing concepts, acquaint them with specific educational applications, and bridge the gap between technology in educational practice by interesting them in educational computing. A brief introduction and review of historical perspectives are followed by a description of computer applications…

This handbook describes a practical step-by-step process for introducing microcomputers to small- and medium-sized transit operating agencies. The introductory chapter deals with the objective of buying a microcomputer system, the characteristics of microcomputers, microcomputer software, microcomputer system components, and issues faced in…

Papers from a media leadership conference are presented in this volume, as well as a foreword, a list of conference coordinating committee members, a message from the director of the council, and the conference agenda. Papers from the three conference general sessions are: "Status of Computer Technology in American Education" by Richard…

Trends in computing and office automation and their applications, including planning, institutional research, and general administrative support in higher education, are discussed. Changing aspects of information processing and an increasingly larger user community are considered. The computing literacy cycle may involve programming, analysis, use…

This course curriculum is intended for use by community college instructors and admnistrators in implementing an automated accounting course. A student course syllabus provides this information: credit hours, catalog description, prerequisites, required text, instructional process, objectives, student evaluation, and class schedule. A student lab…