The broad range of computer literacy among students causes problems in the development of a computer-based curriculum. This article discusses the procedures used by the College of Business and Economics at West Virginia University to implement an integrated approach to curriculum design for computer education. (JOW)

Contemporary media and communication technology are expanding educational possibilities and probably will alter fundamentally the structure of educational institutions. As yet, however, only the surface has been scratched in applying media and technology to education. Moreover, early experiments, such as closed circuit television, either are not…

Highlights research on computer assisted instruction which should lead educators to the conclusion that there should be a computer in every classroom to improve teacher effectiveness and to enhance student achievement. (NEC)

Computer literacy education has become popular in today's society. This article suggests that computer literacy is unimportant and discusses the enormous appeal of computer literacy despite its unimportance. This phenomenon is shown as an ideological campaign rather than as education. (DF)

Traces the evolution and development of computer use and reviews the circumstances that influenced the selection of computing resources at liberal arts colleges. Characterizes the time eras of the computer age and projects factors that could influence computer policy and equipment choice. (ML)

Describes the development and purpose of The Computer Programme, a 10-part television series produced by the BBC's Continuing Education Television Department and designed to provide a beginner's guide to the world of computers and computing. The history of the project is reviewed and the creation of the BBC microcomputer is recounted. (Author/JL)

One of a series on the responses by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) and others to critical problems in education, this overview addresses a variety of issues related to computer literacy. Topics discussed include the pace of the transition to the computer age, the development of microprocessors, and the computer as fad or revolution.…

In exploring the impact of microcomputers and the future of the university in 1985 and beyond, a distinction should be made between computing literacy--the ability to use a computer--and computer literacy, which goes beyond successful computer use to include knowing how to program in various computer languages and understanding what goes on…

Describes New Jersey Institute of Technology's (NJIT) comprehensive plan of becoming a computing-intensive campus. Explains how it provided full time freshmen with microcomputers, free of charge, and how use of computers was integrated into various courses at NJIT. Reviews accomplishments of the program. (ML)

In order to apply technological advancements to education, educators must devise on-going training programs for teachers and administrators and create a national policy that gives direction and sets priorities for the use of computer technology in the schools. In-service training for teachers should be based on four premises. First, each part of…

This essay summarizes the educational needs of library science students in the areas of computers and technology in four student profiles--general librarian, librarian with technical responsibilities, technical expert with library responsibilities, and technical expert. Recognition of these needs can help set priorities and guide curriculum…

Reviews the growth of computers in schools throughout North America, the changing attitude towards acceptance of the necessity and desirability for computer literacy and computer science education, and some social implications. Discussion of many practical benefits include pupil control, adaptability to special education, increased motivation, and…

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,…

The links between high technology industry and educational institutions in California's Santa Clara Valley were explored. Higher education is responsive to the personnel needs of the industry, but public schools, starved for funds and beset by conflicting demands, are least responsive to economic trends in the area. (TE)

This paper discusses computers and their potential role in education. The term "byte" is first explained, to emphasize the idea that the use of computers should be implemented one "byte" or step at a time. The reasons for this approach are then outlined. Potential applications in computer usage in educational administration are suggested, computer…