The paper examines applications of computers in deaf education, noting three major functional areas: (1) the computer as a tutor; (2) the computer as a tool; and (3) the computer as a tutee. Software in the tutor mode (computer assisted instruction) is reviewed, and the need for software in the language arts area is noted. Computer applications…

This document demonstrates some of the functions served by the four parts of the AppleWorks program which can be used by school counselors. The four functions include word processor, data base, spread sheet, and mail merge. Each function is described, examples of the function are provided, advantages are listed, and for two examples, the support…

The directory of technology resources for the disabled lists 15 information clearinghouses, 11 publications, 147 commercial vendors, and 13 conferences. (DB)

COMPUPLAY, a program of the National Lekotek Center (Illinois) for handicapped children (ages 2-14) emphasizes the value of parent/child play activities using computers and provides computer support and resources to parents and professionals. (DB)

The study compared effects of toy play and computer activity on vocalization and social play in dyads consisting of a disabled preschooler and nondisabled peer. Computer activity was as effective or slightly more effective than toy play in stimulating vocalizations and social play. (Author/DB)

The author defines information technology and describes the Education Utility, an integrated information technology system. The Education Utility was developed by National Information Utilities Corporation. (CH)

Provides initial assessment of the design and significance of the Domesday Project in the United Kingdom. Discusses the system's cost effectiveness and explains how optical disks store and retrieve information. Concludes by considering strengths and weaknesses of the project and implications of using Domesday in New Zealand. (BR)

A teacher of learning disabled students discusses use of the computer to free students from the constraints of their disability. Recommended are learner controlled utilities including word processing, data banks, and the LOGO programming language. (DB)

Presents the results of a forum on the use and misuse of computer games and simulations. Questions from History Microcomputer Review (HMR) readers are edited and then presented to a panel of history professors who answer them individually. (BSR)

Describes a sociology course in which the word processor was used as an aid for teaching writing. States that the personal computer could have its greatest pedagogical impact as a device to improve students writing. Concludes that word processors have been shown to be effective tools for encouraging students to write and improve required papers.…

In response to complaints about a suburban Washington school district's handling of job applicant data, Fairfax County (Virginia) designed and programed a computerized applicant-tracking system that can accommodate 14,000 active applicants. This system has boosted the district's recruitment analysis and report generation capability, thereby…

Discusses computer applications for language instruction. Endorses a transactional model of language learning and defines a paradigm for computer use. Stresses a process orientation rather than the product orientation of other models. (RB)

Discusses fear of, or anxiety about, using computers as expressed by teachers, counselors, and administrators in schools where computers have been introduced. Views computers as just another piece of technology, much like the typewriter or telephone. Presents background and understanding of sources of computerphobia to help counselors overcome…

Surveys the varied roles computers play in public relations education. Asserts that, because computers are used extensively in the public relations field, students should become acquainted with the varied capabilities of computers and their role in public relations practice. (MM)

Described is a statistical methodology course offered at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. The course covers descriptive statistics as well as some procedures for estimating and testing hypotheses. Students use computer statistical packages and write a computer program for some statistical procedures. (RH)