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ERIC Number: EJ300326
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1984
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A Rationale for Using Computers in Science Education.
Ellis, James D.
American Biology Teacher, v46 n4 p200-06 Apr 1984
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)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs, Elementary School Science, Elementary Secondary Education, Microcomputers, Science Education, Science Instruction, Secondary School Science, Teacher Education
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Computer Uses in Education