Using the analogy of the theater, considers the computer's "role" in the "dramas" in which students engage. Illustrates some of these roles in operation in the Maricopa Community College District (Arizona) and addresses issues raised by the infusion of technology into the tracking process. (DMM)

This article assesses the status of computers in schools, examines prevailing opinions of the factors which hinder their effective use, and presents information about aspects of the organizational structure of schools which produce constraints and opportunities for computers in schools. (IAH)

Describes the changes resulting from the Texas A&M Journalism Department's switch to Macintosh-equipped writing labs, serving beginning and advanced writing classes, and classes in graphics and design. Discusses factors involved in choosing a microcomputer system for use in a journalism department. (SR)

States that teachers' fear of using computers and electronic technology in music education may prevent students from reaching their full potential. Includes suggestions for diagnosis and cure of "technophobia." Suggests that using electronic media to teach music will strengthen teaching and stimulate students' love of music. (LS)

Presents exploration activities and problems related to the concept of linear function which can be performed using Parallel Axes Representation. (PR)

Describes digital photography--an electronic imaging technology that merges computer capabilities with traditional photography--and its uses in education. Discusses how a filmless camera works, types of filmless cameras, advantages and disadvantages, and educational applications of the consumer digital cameras. (AEF)

Activities in this article are a practical response to the philosophical debate about the use of technology in mathematics classes. Shows how technology can help students understand the sophisticated mathematics embedded in r, the correlation coefficient. Includes reproducible student worksheets. (MKR)

Notes that how teachers actually utilize the computers and software provided for their classrooms may determine how much the students benefit from their classroom computer experiences. Presents specific concrete activities teachers can employ to reinforce software being used in class. (ET)

Examines some misuses of technology and explores the use of technology in the context of educational reform. Focuses on the integration of technology in the educational process to provide a learning environment that allows discovery and creativity. Concludes that teachers need to be trained to evaluate and select systems that are effective for…

According to futurist/educational technology expert Chris Dede, new technologies will revolutionize education only when used to support new models of teaching and learning. Grafting technological solutions onto antiquated structures and learning approaches is misguided. Sidebars explain schools' technology access problems and review Clifford…

Presents key points of an on-line conference discussion and integrates them with information from the literature. Key points included: computer as a tool for learning, study, research, and communication; hardware, software, computing concepts, and other teaching concerns; and the appropriate place for chemistry computer-usage instruction. (45…

Discusses the impact of computer algebra systems and evolving educational technologies on the mathematics curriculum, including fundamental assumptions, understandings that are needed, overarching priorities (acquiring and using knowledge), impact on students and parameters of instruction, and impact on faculty. (43 references) (MKR)

Shows how technologies are essential in a new algebra curriculum based on the NCTM Standards. This article is one of the keynote addresses of the Algebra Working Group of the Seventh International Conference on Mathematical Education held in Quebec City, Canada in August 1992. (24 references) (MKR)

Agrees with Callister and Dunne's observations concerning computers and teacher disempowerment. However, computers can become electronic doorways allowing people easy access to whatever they want to do. Rather than criticize teachers' attempts to use technology, we must help teachers learn by providing them with computers and training. Only then…