Microcomputers in Adult Education by Stephen J. Bostock, Roge... - 9781041221708

Microcomputers in Adult EducationAuthor(s): Stephen J. Bostock, Roger V. Seifert\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781041221708, 978-1041221708\nSynopsis\nFirst published in 1986, Microcomputers in Adult Education examines the diverse applications and implications of microcomputers in adult learning. It explores both practical and theoretical aspects, including hardware selection, software development, and pedagogical applications, offering a detailed look at how technology was integrated into adult education.\n\nThe book begins by defining computer literacy and analysing the suitability of various types of computer assistance for adult learning. It addresses key topics such as the use of computers by the elderly, the relationship between information technology and gender, and the role of microcomputers in community education and adult basic education. It also discusses the educational use of personal computers in bo.