The Creation and Development of Educational Computer Technology

Publisher Summary This chapter describes the creation and development of educational computer technology. In advanced industrialized nations, the amount of research and publication related to computers in education during the past five years has been staggering. Although Becker's survey demonstrates the growing availability of this rather expensive technology, questions remain about the cost-benefit of microcomputers in schools. In response to Becker's queries, other surveys have made it clear that the advantages computers offer to teachers are at present perceived as more limited than was suggested in earlier optimistic visions of computer enthusiasts. Thus, it is clear that microcomputers are being purchased at a rapid pace by schools in advanced industrial societies. It is also clear that prophesies of a few years ago about the major role computers would play in learning programs have not been fulfilled. When considering the functions that microcomputers can usefully perform, it is important to realize that different styles of learning are typically promoted by print, by television, and by computers.

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