Argues that, even as they struggle to prepare students for a computerized society, teachers need to enlarge student experience of art, nature, and science, stressing the individual's connection with the natural world and developing society. (MM)

Describes interactive computer software programs that develop prewriting, word processing, and revising skills. (MM)

Notes the advantages grade 10 English students found in using a word processor: (1) they spend more time reworking text, (2) they are better able to determine needed change, (3) they find the revision process less arduous, and (4) they seem to find it easier to develop a sense of audience. (MM)

Raises questions about the possible effects of the language of computers--which is impersonal, technical, specialized, formal, unemotional, and precise--on the naturally emotional, imprecise, informal, and inclusive language of people. (MM)

Presents a day-by-day account of a beginning filmmaking course for a seventh-grade class. (MM)

Examines materials available from ERIC that are designed to familiarize teachers with computer software. (MM)

Presents results of a survey indicating that a large percentage of software publishers are eager to receive submissions of microcomputer programs that develop higher level communication skills for use in English classes. (MM)

Describes new sources in word processing, proofreading, and text editing that can be used in hands-on computer sessions, analyzing writing samples for and with students. (MM)

Reexamines the advantages of using short films in English classes, describes several effective films for classroom use, and presents a list of 150 outstanding short movies. (MM)

Suggests that educators can help new readers develop the habit of reading by exposing them to easy-to-read, high-interest books, giving them time to practice reading, reading books aloud in class, and having students share their reactions to books with each other. (MM)

Offers tips to teachers who are considering overseas teaching positions. (RL)

Describes opportunities and activities for a short unit on the yearbook inscription, one that contains information on cliches, anecdotes, persona, character development, and familiarizing students with various reference books. (RL)

Reports on a survey of high school students, who listed books they recommended for study in class, and for independent, recreational reading. Lists 84 books that were recommended. (RL)

Four participants report briefly on their impressions and experiences concerning the Third International Conference on the teaching of English, held in Sydney, Australia, August 1980. The topics discussed include English instruction in a multicultural setting and response to literature. (RL)

Offers a plan whereby teachers write parents end-of-school letters about students who were excellent, who had made good classroom contributions, or who had made academic turnarounds. Considers this plan an effective means of improving parent-teacher relationships. (RL)