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ERIC Number: EJ385922
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1988
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Young Children's Interaction with a Microcomputer.
Silvern, Steven B.; And Others
Early Child Development and Care, v32 n1-4 p23-35 Jan 1988
An Apple II computer was placed in a university laboratory school classroom so that children's natural interaction with a computer could be observed. Detailed observational logs were kept for 39 interactions. Results indicated that computer play is an initial step in computer literacy. (RH)
Descriptors: Childhood Interests, Classroom Observation Techniques, Computer Uses in Education, Games, Microcomputers, Primary Education, Research Methodology, Sex Differences, Young Children
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Note: Thematic Issue: Computers and Childhood Education