Investigators explored the potential of a computer-assisted mathematics diagnosis and remediation program to identify preservice teachers lacking minimum competency. Students who participated in remediation averaged a 21 percent increase in achievement regardless of the method of the course. (JOW)

Because the cost of computer software is expensive and hardware costs are going down, it is important to choose software systems that are independent of hardware. (JOW)

Explores the conceptual components of a computer program designed to enhance creative thinking and reviews software that aims to stimulate creative thinking. Discusses BRAIN and ORACLE, programs intended to aid in creative problem solving. (JOW)

In describing two examples of students asked to write programs to solve problems, a serious defect in training is illustrated with potentially important consequences for students and employers. (Author)

This paper examines the evaluation of a project developing computer applications with unemployed people in community settings. The analysis concentrates on (1) the organizational factors found to influence the impact of information technology on community centers and (2) the response of participants to computer information. (JOW)

Summarizes three years' experience in providing online information about all types of courses in the United Kingdom through the Educational Counselling and Credit Transfer Information Service (ECCTIS). (JOW)

An effective method of teaching statistical ideas is to show students how to use a computer package to analyze survey data that they have collected. This paper discusses the advantages of this approach and illustrates it by considering instruction on summarizing distributions of individual variables. The importance of stating results and…

Presents an overview of the development of computer courses in the extra-mural program of the University of Nottingham, United Kingdom, from 1980-88; a summary of the 1987-88 program; and some likely directions for further development. (Author)

The Open University experience demonstrates how the use of computer conferencing can facilitate mutual help among students and enhance the teacher's role. Other functions include support for discussion that can replace teaching materials, assessment of students on the basis of contributions to conferences, teaching essay writing skills, and use of…

A research project on computer applications for special education determined the needs of caregivers (teachers or parents), clients (persons with severe learning disabilities), and staff. Results were used to develop the Living and Learning Weekend, during which caregivers were trained in the use of educational software for persons with…

Computers can enhance the efficiency of adult education programs in developing nations through systems analysis, computer-managed instruction, and computer literacy as a tool for economic development. Obstacles include the high rate of illiteracy, costs of technology, lack of trained staff, lack of maintenance, and inadequacies in the…