This document, which is designed to provide classroom teachers at all levels with practical ideas for a computer applications course, examines curricular considerations, teaching strategies, delivery techniques, and assessment methods applicable to a course focusing on applications of computers in business. The guide is divided into three sections. Section 1 presents an overview of teaching computer applications. Discussed in section 2 are the following topics related to teaching spreadsheet and database software applications: curriculum considerations; evolution of spreadsheet software, evolution of database software; teaching materials and software; technology for teaching; teaching environments, strategies, and evaluation; and evaluation of performance. Section 3 covers the following topics within the context of teaching word processing and desktop publishing: technological influences and the curriculum; teaching strategies and delivery; delivery techniques; and testing and evaluation. Contains 24 figures and 19 references. (MN)