computer-assisted instruction

An exploration of data-based methods and challenges of the implementation of data-driven instruction that offers tips and guidelines and includes twenty case studies and a CD-ROM with instructional tools.

Offers advice and instruction to librarians, primary school teachers, and parents on how to integrate the Internet into student learning environments, discussing ways to teach students how to learn about the Internet, the World Wide Web, E-mail, chat, and instant messaging. Includes lesson plans and reproducible activity sheets.

Studies how computers are taking over the world and explains why the author believes computers should not be used in schools.

Shows teachers how to make the Internet useful for students, covering efficient searching, sound research, critical thinking, avoiding plagiarism, and other related topics.

A basic introduction to the use of computers in schools, describing word processing, desktop publishing, networks, computer-assisted learning, graphics, computer-produced music, and computer simulations.

Explains how teachers can empower their students with meaningful learning experiences based on new technological advances, with instructions on how to use computers, fax machines, digital cameras, and other technology resources.

A guide to integrating technology and teaching that covers national and state technology standards, tools and resources, special needs students, computer policies and issues, evaluating software and Web sites, and managing and assessing classroom computer use, and includes activities and blackline masters.