Contends that elementary principals must be computer literate to be effective instructional leaders. Points out that principals should be familiar with computer hardware, software, computer assisted instruction, and micro-based administrative operations. (ML)

During the past 10 years, online searching has moved from libraries into homes and offices, creating a group called end-user searchers who access online databases and perform search operations for finding information for their own use. Probable increase in end-user searching has significant implications for vendors and for intermediaries. (25…

Reflects on the use of microcomputers in the schools, shares personal experiences with computers, and outlines a project to develop instructional software designed to promote the development of basic reading and writing abilities among illiterate adolescents and adults. (FL)

Discusses the need for researchers to determine what should be tested and how when evaluating educational computing programs, describes efforts of Educational Testing Service's National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) to measure the impact of computers on achievement, and concludes that it will not be easy to evaluate computers' effects.…

Discusses essential commands of the BASIC programing language to help secondary school English teachers develop an understanding of the language and enable them to create programs to supplement English lessons. A core program that can be easily modified by teachers for developing a series of programs is described in detail. (MBR)

Argues that, while software for preschoolers does not use the potential of the computer as effectively as it might, observations with children using the LOGO language with simplified graphics suggest gains may be made in the areas of cognitive development, problem solving, creativity, and social and language skills. (Author/KS)

Reports views of six professionals--a psychologist, an educator, an administrative assistant at a medical college, a chemist, and a labor lawyer--who conduct their own online searching. The uses of microcomputers and online databases, costs, time involved, information needs, and satisfaction with the accuracy of search results are discussed. (EJS)

This annotated bibliography contains 12 references on computers in elementary school mathematics. Topics include developing mathematical concepts with microcomputer activities, teaching mathematics with computers in primary grades, microcomputers and problem solving, review for grade 1 software, early learning of logic and geometry using…

Cautions school systems considering buying microcomputers that staying current with technology is difficult and that much existing software and hardware is inferior; identifies critical concerns involved in integrating computers into education; and stresses the importance of educators' role in controlling high tech. (MJL)

Computer literacy for school business managers means knowing what tasks computers can perform to assist in the management process; understanding that the logical steps in a particular analysis depend on the business manager, not the computer; and knowing how and when to select the appropriate software package. (MLF)

Discusses current uses of microcomputers in schools. Also provides a rationale for educational computing based on economics, computer literacy, and equality of opportunity needs. Needs of educators, fears of educational computing, computer literacy in science education, and training science teachers to use computers are also discussed. (JN)

Presents an outline for an inservice teacher training program on computer-assisted instruction that focuses on curriculum goals and identifying student problems. (MD)

Addresses from two perspectives the problem of providing opportunities for all students to gain knowledge and skills required to use microcomputers: appropriate microcomputer use in the classroom and curriculum, and its role as an indicator of the nature of public education, a catalyst for educational reform, and an equalizer. (MBR)

Software collection development recommendations from principals and educational computing specialists focus on district control of software collections, budgeting, what to purchase (e.g., games versus educational programs), computer literacy, and computers as time savers for instructors. Recommended software programs are profiled, and an annotated…

The author thinks that the microcomputer will combine with the concept of lifelong learning to cause sweeping changes in our concepts of education, training, and career development. He further argues that these three areas are going to lose their separate identities and become parts of a comprehensive system. (SSH)