Facilities that teachers and students can use to store and access bibliographic materials on a computer, referred to as a bibliographic information system (BIS), are described. Advantages and disadvantages of the BIS in teaching are examined, and questions to consider before acquiring a BIS and how to acquire a BIS are discussed. (RM)

Presents tips to help geography educators at all levels set up a computer mapping laboratory. Discusses what a computer mapping laboratory is, needs and planning, software, hardware selection, and laboratory operation. (RM)