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Janssens, D.; Jesse, A. – 1989
This document contains a compilation of overhead projection sheets from an International Labour Office (ILO) Training Course in Micro-ISIS held in March 1988, augmented by explanatory text and applications to a wide variety of databases. It is designed both to provide a visual, didactic approach to Micro-ISIS, and to constitute a quick-reference…
Descriptors: Bibliographic Databases, Computer Networks, Data Processing, Databases
Pappas, Marjorie L.; And Others – 1996
The ever-increasing availability of electronic information resources online and on CD-ROM presents library media specialists, teachers, and students with a new set of challenges for accessing information. Electronic information resources enable access to nonlinear information, which allows searchers to explore relationships and make connections…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Bibliographic Databases, Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Networks
Peer reviewedGuertal, E. A.; Hattey, J. A. – Journal of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Education, 1997
Presents both positive and negative aspects of using the Internet as a teaching tool. Offers suggestions for overcoming some of the negative aspects. Discusses ways to tailor searches to age level, proper equipment to improve student access, the need for careful planning and observation, and possibilities for instructor training in Internet use.…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Electronic Libraries
Peer reviewedMcGlinn, Marguerite M. – English Journal, 1995
Describes a writing assignment for which high school students were to use the Internet to gather information as the basis for composing a piece of satire. Outlines some of the logistics of allowing students to research on the computer as opposed to the library--the problems and benefits--and describes student papers and experiences. (TB)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Cooperation, Group Activities
Jay, M. Ellen – School Library Media Activities Monthly, 1997
Discusses how to meet elementary school student and staff needs for computer access with a hub of networked computers in the library media center. Topics include types of use, including word processing, desktop publishing, curriculum support, and multimedia presentations; scheduling; assigning staff responsibilities; and suggested allocation of…
Descriptors: Access to Computers, Computer Literacy, Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education
