A task force on the use of computers in instruction was appointed by the Maryland Deputy State Superintendent of Schools to respond to requests of state local education agencies for assistance with computer education. One result of the deliberations of that group is this paper, which establishes the programmatic definition for a comprehensive computer education program for the public schools of Maryland. Divided into three main sections, the paper covers computers as the instructional focus, computers as instructional support, and program recommendations. Goals and subgoals are presented for each of the first two topics; the third lists seven recommendations for local education agencies to follow in implementing computer education programs. A list of task force members completes the document. (JB)