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OverviewDiscussing the future value of computers as tools for cognitive development, the volume reviews past literature and presents new data from a Piagetian perspective. Constructivism in the Computer Age includes such topics as: teaching LOGO to children; the computers effects on social development; computer graphics as a new language; and computers as a means of enhancing reflective thinking. Full Product DetailsAuthor: George Forman , Peter B. PufallPublisher: Taylor & Francis Inc Imprint: Psychology Press Weight: 0.498kg ISBN: 9780805801019ISBN 10: 0805801014 Pages: 274 Publication Date: 01 June 1988 Audience: College/higher education , General/trade , Professional and scholarly , Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviews"""The volume's strong suit is theoretical speculation and interesting examples of technology use....There is no serious lobbying for new types of schools or reform of school curricula. In this regard, the chapters are likely to spark the interest of educational practitioners to try some new activities....we find the volume to be provocative and imaginative and highly recommend it to all readers interested in exploring new ideas about the power of computer environments to enhance intellectual development."" —Educational Technology" The volume's strong suit is theoretical speculation and interesting examples of technology use....There is no serious lobbying for new types of schools or reform of school curricula. In this regard, the chapters are likely to spark the interest of educational practitioners to try some new activities....we find the volume to be provocative and imaginative and highly recommend it to all readers interested in exploring new ideas about the power of computer environments to enhance intellectual development. -Educational Technology Author InformationEdited by Forman, George; Pufall, Peter B. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |