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Peer reviewedBell, G. H. – Computers and Education, 1982
Describes a feasibility study which investigated the effects of introducing microcomputers in primary school classrooms with teachers having no previous experience with their use. A 10-item bibliography is included. (CHC)
Descriptors: Communication (Thought Transfer), Educational Innovation, Foreign Countries, Man Machine Systems
Peer reviewedCox, Margaret; And Others – Computers and Education, 1988
This study, which examined the factors that promote or hinder the successful implementation of microcomputer use in primary schools in England, focused on the attitudes of teachers and administrators. (9 references) (CLB)
Descriptors: Administrator Attitudes, Case Studies, Computer Assisted Instruction, Developed Nations
Peer reviewedHeywood, Gary; Norman, P. – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1988
Discussion of teachers' acceptance of educational innovations focuses on a study of primary teachers which was conducted in London to determine their use of microcomputers in the classroom. Topics discussed include attribution theory, causal structures, differences between competence and confidence, curricular implementation, and implications for…
Descriptors: Attribution Theory, Competence, Computer Assisted Instruction, Curriculum Development
Ellam, Nigel; Wellington, Jerry – 1986
The use of microcomputers in elementary education is described by focusing on an empirical study of computer use in a 10% random sample of elementary schools in one large local education authority. The inclusion of people at the "grass roots" level was considered to be a priority. Interviews of school-level administrators, teachers, and…
Descriptors: Administrator Attitudes, Classroom Techniques, Computer Software, Curriculum Enrichment
Peer reviewedHurd, Stephen J. – Economics, 1990
Presents results of a 1989 national survey of computer use in over 600 schools in England. Identifies changes that have taken place in computer use over a four-year period and the factors contributing to the change. Discusses findings regarding computer hardware and software. Offers recommendations for improved use of computers in education.…
Descriptors: Business Education, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Software
