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Technological Horizons in Education, 1986
Describes the implementation of an information technology program designed to increase computer literacy of teachers and enable them to apply computer technology in the classroom. Traces development from introduction in state legislature to evaluation of the first year of operation. (JM)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Computers, Elementary Secondary Education
Roblyer, M. D.; Castine, W. H. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1987
Reviews the efforts undertaken in the Florida Model Microcomputer Trainer Project (FMMTP) and its statewide impact. Outlines its procedural strategies, trainer curriculum, networking system, and the results of its multiplier effect. (ML)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Computer Uses in Education, Inservice Teacher Education
Lambert, Benjamin J., III; And Others – 1984
A study authorized by the General Assembly of Virginia during the 1983 session examined the specific education and training strategies that the state should pursue to meet the demands of technological advancements. Information was gathered concerning instructional computing, computer science programs, the needs of local school divisions,…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Curriculum Development
Download full textNorth Carolina State Dept. of Public Instruction, Raleigh. Div. of Accountability/Testing. – 1998
The North Carolina State Board of Education, as part of the Quality Assurance Program, established a computer proficiency requirement for students in grade eight for the 1996-97 school year and beyond in order to receive a North Carolina high school diploma. The first opportunity to meet the requirement is during the eighth grade. Passing the…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Computer Software
PDF pending restorationNorth Carolina State Dept. of Public Instruction, Raleigh. – 1992
The task force on computer education, convened by the Department of Public Instruction in North Carolina, developed a flexible model to assist schools in coping with inservice for existing and prospective personnel and for higher education to provide training for teachers and other school personnel in computer education. Actions subsequent to the…
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Elementary Secondary Education
Manitoba Dept. of Education, Winnipeg. – 1988
This survey examines the availability and use of computers and instructional applications of computers in public and private schools in the Canadian province of Manitoba. Of the 805 schools surveyed, 669 responded with usable data. During the 1987-88 school year, 97% of the responding schools indicated that they used computers. It was also found…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Educational Administration
Mechling, Kenneth; And Others – Technological Horizons in Education, 1987
Discusses the development of Pennsylvania's Information Technology Education for the Commonwealth (ITEC) program, which was mandated by legislation in 1984. Describes some of the activities of the 14 Regional Computer Resource Centers (RCRCs) which were created by ITEC to provide computer education to Pennsylvania teachers. (TW)
Descriptors: College School Cooperation, Computer Literacy, Computer Networks, Computer Science Education
Arkansas State Dept. of Education, Little Rock. Arkansas Commission on Microcomputer Instruction. – 1985
This document provides guidelines for the preparation of school district plans for implementation of the microcomputer instructional programs recommended for Arkansas high schools. Introductory materials include a history and description of the Instructional Microcomputer Project for Arkansas Classrooms (IMPAC), results of a state-wide…
Descriptors: Business Education, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education
Harris, Wendy – 1984
This paper describes a project underway at the California State Department of Education to develop a model curriculum for computers in education. The first part of the paper describes the unique aspects of computers in education, including their potential for efficient transmission of information, the possibilities for teaching subject matter…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education
New York State Education Dept., Albany. – 1990
The 1989-90 Teacher Research and Computer Training Center Statewide Evaluation focused on the specific impact of six exemplary teacher center projects on teachers, schools, and students; 10 theme areas were identified for research. Evaluations were based on longitudinal, qualitative case studies of exemplary programs that have positively affected…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Demonstration Programs
