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The purpose of this study was to determine the current uses of computer-managed instruction (CMI) in elementary and secondary schools in comparison to the uses suggested in the professional literature. A review of professional literature in the area of computer technology was conducted to determine the functions and characteristics of functions of CMI. The identified CMI functions included record keeping, testing, reporting, and prescription. The characteristics of these functions were used to develop the survey instrument, The Application of Computer-Managed-Instruction in Elementary and Secondary Schools. The population of the study was identified by the educational technology representative of each state as users of comprehensive CMI systems. Respondents indicated which CMI characteristics identified in the professional literature were found in their CMI systems. Study participants indicated that about half the CMI characteristics identified in the professional literature were being implemented in their respective systems.
