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ERIC Number: EJ639715
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2001
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ISSN: ISSN-1522-8185
Developmentally Appropriate LOGO Computer Programming with Young Children.
Gillespie, Catherine Wilson; Beisser, Sally
Information Technology in Childhood Education Annual, p229-45 2001
Discusses theoretical and practical issues in teaching LOGO computer programming to young children from preschool to grade 5. Examines the program's adherence to developmentally appropriate practices, educational theories (particularly those of Piaget), and the Reggio Emilia approach. Considers implications of the program for curriculum design, pedagogy, family involvement, and educational research. (JPB)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Educational Theories, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students, Programming, Reggio Emilia Approach
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Gardner (Howard); LOGO System; Piaget (Jean); Vygotsky (Lev S)