Software in Schools: The provision, acquisition and use of computer software in primary and secondary schools

Sue Harris, Christina Preston

01 December 1993

This report provides information on the range of software available, including programs obtainable from LEA computer centres, the kinds of software purchased by schools, the strategies and systems deployed to support teachers in their use of software, the views of software developers and publishers concerning education packages, and likely developments in the future. Other issues covered include the hardware already installed in schools, funding for IT equipment, and purchases related to in-service training courses.