New Perspectives on Computer Concepts Second Edition -- Brief - Softcover

Parsons, June Jamrich; Oja, Dan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0760043124 ISBN 13: 9780760043127

Publisher: Course Technology, 1996

Synopsis

Part of the New Perspectives series, this best-selling concepts text uses technology in innovative and practical ways to enhance both the teaching and learning experience. As a brief text, this book covers basic computer concepts, from Software and Multimedia to Computer Files and Buying a Computer..

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About the Authors

June Parsons purchased her first computer, an Apple II+, in 1981 and quickly became fluent in BASIC, dBASE II, Lotus 123, WordStar, and a variety of accounting programs. The next year she opened a successful small computer retail store with Dan Oja that also offered software instruction to children and adults. Dr. Parsons taught at the university level for more than 20 years. She holds a doctorate in Educational Technology and was certified by the ICCP in 1995. Dr. Parsons began writing and creating educational software for Course Technology in 1992. She contributed to the Windows for Business and Illustrated Series and developed the New Perspectives, e-Course, and Practical series. She works via the Internet with a team of highly skilled media specialists and desktop publishers located in various states and provinces.

Esteemed professionals and respected authors June Parsons and Dan Oja purchased their first computer, an Apple II+, in 1981 and quickly became fluent in BASIC, dBASE II, Lotus 123, WordStar, and a variety of accounting programs. The next year, they opened a successful small computer retail store that offered software instruction to children and adults. With Ms. Parsons, Mr. Oja began writing and creating educational software for Course Technology in 1992. Together they contributed to the leading success of the Windows for Business and Illustrated Series. They also developed the New Perspectives, e-Course, and Practical series. Today's their team of highly skilled media specialists and desktop publishers located in various states and provinces work together via the Internet to deliver exceptional texts.

Edition details

• Publisher: Course Technology
• Publication date: 1996
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0760043124
• ISBN 13: 9780760043127
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2