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1. A University's Educational Program in Computer Science.

Author

Forsythe, George E.

Subjects
COMPUTER science, ACADEMIC departments, EDUCATION, HIGHER education, CURRICULUM
Abstract

Focuses on the computer science department of Stanford University in California. Review of the power of computers; Definition of computer science: Objectives of computer science education; Efforts of the university in achieving computer education objectives.

Published
1967
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2. Sex Differences on the California Statewide Assessment of Computer Literacy.

Author

Fetler, Mark

Subjects
COMPUTER literacy, SEX differences (Biology), COMPUTER science, STUDENT attitudes, CURRICULUM, WORK environment, COMPUTER training, ACADEMIC achievement
Abstract

A statewide survey of the knowledge, attitudes, and experiences of California sixth- and twelfth-grade students in the areas of computer science and computer literacy was conducted during the 1982-1983 school year. Boys in both grades displayed consistently higher levels of achievement in nearly all curriculum objectives surveyed. Boys had more exposure to computers both at school and at home and tended to have more positive attitudes toward the role of computers in the workplace. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
1985
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3. Computer Science and Industry Interface.

Author

Dodd, George

Subjects
MEETINGS, COMPUTER science, CURRICULUM, CONTINUING education, UNIVERSITIES & colleges
Abstract

The article highlights the topics discussed at a Computer Science and Industry Interface meeting held in Anaheim, California on June 4, 1978. The meeting, which was attended by representatives from universities, industrial research, development groups and the Federal government, explored issues such as the benefits that can be gained by the industry from computer science and its curricula, the industry's needs for continuing education and ways by which the industry can better work with universities on joint research project and interchange personnel. Speakers in the meeting include Marshall Yovits of the Ohio State University and J. N. Rosen of the University of Minnesota.

Published
1978