Data from a brief survey of current and potential uses of minicomputers in small educational institutions suggests that the principal role of minicomputers in such institutions will be for school administration and for teaching the use of computers. In the instructional area, emphasis should be placed on teaching (1) the potentials and significance of computer applications; (2) algorithmic problem solving skills; and (3) computer programing. Recommendations for minicomputer software to support such courses are given. (DGC)