Access to Computer Education is a series of eight books for primary and middle school, introducing students to computers and the world of electronic data processing. Books for classes 1 and 2 are new while Books 3 to 8 have been thoroughly revised and updated based on user requirements. It lays particular emphasis on programming concepts and includes MSWLogo, QBASIC, as also introductory modules on Object-Oriented Programming, C++, Java, Modems and Protocols, and MS-DOS. It also includes discussions on the history of computers, the MS Office package, and on ethical issues concerning the use of information technology.
Salient Features
A number of features have been introduced in the series to benefit students and teachers which include tools for learning as also for assessment. These features are: Learning Tools
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Do You Know? provides interesting information related to the topics discussed
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Be Aware! alerts the reader to exceptions and potential errors or misconceptions
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Quick Ops! describes toolbar options for various actions or commands
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Do it Right! discusses computer etiquette in a child-friendly manner
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Smart Moves! provides keyboard shortcuts for various actions or commands
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Term to Learn lists important terms in a chapter along with their definitions
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Keep it Short enables a quick recap of the key concepts discussed in a chapter
Assessment Tools
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Exercises at the end of each chapter test the students' theoretical as well as practical understanding of the topics discussed
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Test Papers help to review progress
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Activity Sheets (Books 1 and 2) provide hands-on practice in a child-friendly manner
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Project (Books 3 to 8) comprehensively tests the practical application of concepts
