Computers in education

This volume addresses the question, "How are the U.S. education and training communities riding the back of current technologies to make us a better educated and more competitive nation in today's global economy." The [editors] have reviewed the literature and selected key statements that respond to the issue.... There is a pressing need for a publication that brings together this wealth of pertinent information on the successful implementation of current technology into schools, homes and businesses as well as the new hardware/software applications that have made this possible.... This volume is designed for use by educators involved in preservice and inservice education of educators, trainers, and administrators. It is also intended for parents, students, school board members and others concerned about the use and impact of computers on today's education and training activities. -To the reader.