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Bell, Margaret – Technological Horizons in Education, 1986
In 1981, the British government allocated 1.1 million pounds to introduce a trial computer-based learning (CBL) program to the nation's education system. Following a 2-year pilot project, a CBL Unit was formed to build on the success of the initial experiment. The unit coordinator describes this on-going project. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education
Bybee, Dennis L. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1985
Discusses how computer literacy objectives were determined for the 269 K-12 Department of Defense Dependent Schools, two years ahead of schedule. Also notes how these student objectives were implemented. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Science Education, Educational Objectives, Elementary Secondary Education
Technological Horizons in Education, 1986
In 1982, Minneapolis Public Schools adopted a plan to provide students with equal access to excellent educational programs within a racially integrated school environment. Describes the role computers, software, and scanners play in Minneapolis' instructional management system, and the planning process was used to make computer-managed instruction…
Descriptors: Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Software, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education
Douglas, Eli; Bryant, Deborah G. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1985
After much study, administrators at the Garland Independent School District (Texas) adopted a minicomputer-based system which provides curriculum development for kindergarten through grade 12. The process of implementing computer-assisted instruction in this district is described. Results after the first year and teacher training are examined. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Microcomputers
Stecher, Brian – Technological Horizons in Education, 1985
Evaluation, defined as "the systematic collection and analysis of information to aid in decision-making and program planning," must include special considerations when applied to computer-oriented programs. Presents a three-tier classification system for computer programs based on their stage of development and evaluation issues crucial to each…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Curriculum Development, Educational Improvement, Elementary Secondary Education
Bingham, Margaret H. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1984
Describes the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction's three-phase planning model for microcomputer use to show other state departments how to make the integration of computer technology a much easier task. Includes information on development/implementation of the model, state recommendations, computer coordinator job responsibilities,…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Elementary Secondary Education, Guidelines, Microcomputers
Senese, Donald J. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1983
Describes how the federal government has recognized the need for education to increase the number of courses available in computer science and interactive video, together with details on how to secure program funding. Among areas addressed are federal role and technology, new opportunities in industrial technology, and business/industry…
Descriptors: Computer Science, Educational Innovation, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education
