Abstract

Discussion of the impact of computers on education highlights the role that educational technologists can play as change agents. Topics discussed include models of the diffusion and adoption of innovations; computer interfaces; integrated software; teacher training; teachers' roles; and the use of magnet schools to demonstrate the effectiveness of technology. (eight references) (LRW)

Citation

Dalton, D.W. (1989). Computers in the Schools: A Diffusion/Adoption Perspective. Educational Technology, 29(11), 20-27. Retrieved August 11, 2024 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/170639/.

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Keywords

• Adoption (Ideas)
• Change Agents
• Change Strategies
• Computer Assisted Instruction
• Courseware
• Diffusion (Communication)
• educational innovation
• educational technology
• Elementary Secondary Education
• Magnet Schools
• Man Machine Systems
• models
• public schools
• teacher education
• Teacher Role