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Gray, Lucinda; Thomas, Nina; Lewis, Laurie – National Center for Education Statistics, 2010
This report provides national data on the availability and use of educational technology among teachers in public elementary and secondary schools during the winter and spring of 2009. The data are the results of a national teacher-level survey that is one of a set that includes district, school, and teacher surveys on educational technology.…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Technology Uses in Education, Public Schools, Elementary Schools
Lasek, Alicia – School Planning and Management, 1997
Steady technology growth has allowed a Massachusetts school district to build a large, centralized database; improve a vast array of standard administrative operations; and design software applications tailored to many special needs. (MLF)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Databases, Elementary Secondary Education
Geurts, Peter; Estey, James – School Business Affairs, 1988
Integrated Services Digital Network is a technology that allows optimum utilization of human and physical resources by rapid and simultaneous transmission of conversation and data over existing telephone lines. (MLF)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Cost Effectiveness, Elementary Secondary Education
Wodarz, Nan – School Business Affairs, 1997
Outlines the factors in hardware, software, and administration to consider in developing specifications for choosing a computer operating system. Compares Microsoft Windows 95/NT that runs on PC/Intel-based systems and System 7.5 that runs on the Apple-based systems. Lists reasons why the Microsoft platform clearly stands above the Apple platform.…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Selection, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary Secondary Education
O'Brien, Dennis – Media and Methods, 1990
Explains site licensing, which grants certain microcomputer software rights to a school or district for a fee. Differences of rights among vendors are discussed, the impact of networking on-site licensing is described, and examples of the benefits of site licensing in public school districts are given. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Software, Costs
Wall, Tom – American School Board Journal, 1996
Consultants can help a school district's technology dreams become realities. Or they can turn those dreams into nightmares. Technology consultants are providing services in several areas including technical assistance and staff training. A sidebar offers tips for finding a consultant and steps districts should follow to make the most of what they…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Consultants, Educational Technology
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Texas Education Agency, Austin. – 1992
This handbook for educators and officials in Texas school districts provides guidelines for planning, implementing, and evaluating technology use in order to improve student achievement. Intended for use in districts that are planning locally appropriate strategies, the handbook is divided into seven major sections: (1) Introduction (purpose, the…
Descriptors: Advisory Committees, Check Lists, Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education
California State Dept. of Education, Sacramento. – 1994
This guide establishes statewide networking standards and addresses key issues regarding network implementation. It is designed to be a framework for construction of access to the global electronic highway for all California public schools. An in-depth view of the major areas that must be considered when schools are developing their technology…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Networks, Cost Effectiveness, Educational Planning
Quality Education Data, Inc., Denver, CO. – 1996
Quality Education Data is an education research firm identifies and tracks the use of technology in education. QED surveyed a selection of all public school districts and schools in the United States about technology trends. This report provides statistics for hardware, software, and network purchases in K-12 schools for 1996-97 as compared to…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Computers, Educational Finance
Watson, Robert; Ayer, Catriona, Ed. – 1996
This plan for the integration of technology into the curriculum of Idaho public schools presents eight goals for the state's public schools: (1) Integration--to improve the quality and effectiveness of classroom instruction and learning for all learners by integrating technology-based resources in conjunction with state curriculum guides; (2)…
Descriptors: Access to Computers, Community Involvement, Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education