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Direct linkKonshak, Peter – Computers in the Schools, 2009
Text messaging is an ideal communications method for libraries, which often want to send short, concise messages to their patrons near and far. Uses for text messaging in libraries include reminders about items' due dates, hold pickup notices, program reminders, and even short messages of content. Some libraries are already using text messaging…
Descriptors: Computers, Public Libraries, Computer Uses in Education, Users (Information)
Peer reviewedBlanchard, Jay; And Others – Computers in the Schools, 1995
Discusses the uses of multimedia, telecommunications, and word processing and desktop publishing in middle school reading education and examines three issues that affect teachers' opportunities to compete with popular culture's media: implementation, integration, and impact on achievement. (Author/LRW)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Desktop Publishing, Mass Media, Middle Schools
Peer reviewedPan, Alex C.; Zbikowski, John M. – Computers in the Schools, 1997
Explores teachers' perceptions about computer use in writing instruction. Topics include emerging computer technology, including telecommunications and hypermedia; evolution of software, including word processing, desktop publishing, and multimedia; issues related to implementing technology, including the teacher's role; and suggested learning…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Desktop Publishing
Peer reviewedOlds, Henry F., Jr. – Computers in the Schools, 1986
Presents several examples of models for applying data management computer programs to instruction from point of view of an imaginary student. Commentaries following each example speculate on virtues and possible shortcomings of each approach, with the intention of offering valuable perspectives for improved understanding of effective computer use…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Database Management Systems, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedRoblyer, M. D.; And Others – Computers in the Schools, 1988
This review of research on microcomputers and their impact on education highlights literature reviews and findings from 1975 to the present; meta-analysis issues and procedures; findings of research on instructional effectiveness; word processing; Logo; student attitudes and characteristics; and implications of these findings for computer use and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education, Instructional Effectiveness
Peer reviewedHoelscher, Karen – Computers in the Schools, 1986
Describes the Minnesota Education Computing Corporation (MECC) Computing and Information Collection, a collection of software products for students in grades 4-12. These products are designed to support individual course content objectives and introduce and practice information literacy skills. Curriculum applications in language arts,…
Descriptors: Cognitive Style, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Database Management Systems
