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When and what if microcomputers invaded school health education?
The Journal of School Health
|May 1, 1983
Summary
Microcomputers offer dynamic features for school health education. Limited software currently restricts use, but future widespread availability promises revolutionary, lifelong health learning.
Area of Science:
- Educational Technology
- Health Education
- Computer Science Applications
Background:
- Microcomputers present a significant technological advancement opportunity for health education.
- Review of current microcomputer-based health education programs highlights both capabilities and limitations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the technical capabilities and constraints of microcomputer-based health education.
- To explore potential applications of microcomputers in health education.
- To envision future advancements in computer-assisted health instruction.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and analysis of existing microcomputer health education programs.
- Assessment of microcomputer features (cost, convenience, educational dynamism) for health education.
- Forecasting future software availability and home computer penetration.
Main Results:
- Microcomputers are economical, convenient, and educationally dynamic, offering significant potential for health education.
- A primary constraint is the current shortage of suitable health education software, hindering widespread classroom adoption.
- Future availability of specialized software and home computer access could revolutionize health education.
Conclusions:
- Microcomputers have the potential to transform health education through customized, interactive learning experiences.
- Widespread adoption of microcomputer-based health education, including home access, can facilitate lifelong and pervasive health learning.
- Overcoming software limitations is key to unlocking the full potential of microcomputers in health education.