Computer in Education

Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction to computers. 2. Computers in education: instruction design and technology. 3. Working with computers to enhance interactive teaching and learning skills. 4. Using MS Word for learning. 5. Using MS Excel for learning. 6. Using MS Power Point for learning. 7. Using Internet for research. 8. Using internet communication tools in classroom. 9. Legal and copyright issues regarding downloading material from the internet. 10. Computer-mediated communication in distance learning. 11. Evaluation of internet-based information and student projects. 12. Using computers in educational planning and administration. 13. Ensuring safe use of the internet. Index.

"Since the 1970s, computers have been inserted into schools with much fanfare and great expense. Almost all of the attention to computers has revolved around the question of how to put them to use as tools for education. Subsequent assessments have focused primarily on their effectiveness as an aid to learning and how well students are prepared for their use beyond school.

The present book is a thoughtful work which provides rich knowledge both about computers and about the process of computer aided learning. It shows how computers can enhance student motivation and engagement. Readers will learn from the book about the variety of computer software available for teaching. The application of internet in education and the importance of safe use of it are also analysed. Teachers, students, educators and policy makers will be the primary audience of this book." (jacket)