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Milbury, Peter – Technology Connection, 1996
Explains the work of a moderator of LM-NET, an Internet discussion group, or listserv, for school library media specialists. Topics include organization; operations, including day-to-day functioning; development, including planning for the future; and dealing with "bounces," or returned e-mail messages. (LRW)
Descriptors: Electronic Mail, Elementary Secondary Education, Futures (of Society), Internet
Marshall, Jim – Technology Connection, 1998
The use of technology is integral to learning at the Minnesota State Arts High School (Golden Valley, Minnesota), an arts-integrated school where students focus on dance, literary arts, media arts, music, theater, and visual arts. This article discusses technology use in the arts curriculum and in the learning resource center. (PEN)
Descriptors: Dance, Educational Technology, Fine Arts, High Schools
Bernstein, Allison Trent – Technology Connection, 1998
Researching mathematicians is a way for students to gain an understanding of mathematical concepts applied in class. This article outlines an eight-day collaborative project in which librarians and math teachers guide eighth graders in researching and creating multimedia presentations on mathematicians. Lists selected Web resources, including one…
Descriptors: Females, Grade 8, Junior High Schools, Learning Resources Centers
Graf, Nancy – Technology Connection, 1995
Provides guidelines for purchasing and installing CD-ROM technology in school libraries. Considerations include hardware and software selection and familiarity with new products. Two lists are provided that contain contact information for six companies and recommendations for six standard CD-ROM reference sources to include on a network. (JKP)
Descriptors: Computer Selection, Computer Software Selection, Criteria, Guidelines
Troutner, Joanne – Technology Connection, 1996
Discusses middle school students' hypermedia projects using IBM's "Linkway" that are developed with students, teachers, and the library media specialist. Assessment in the areas of presentation, cooperative learning skills, computer skills, and knowledge is described, and the development of scoring rubrics is explained. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Cooperative Learning, Courseware, Evaluation Methods
Sherouse, Vicki M. – Technology Connection, 1995
Provides guidelines for automating a school library with limited funds and staff. Includes suggestions for preparation; finding equipment, choosing software, using MARC records, using volunteers for barcoding/loading records, the initial switch to an automated catalog, and continuing expenses and hardware upgrades. A sidebar lists costs for a…
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Software Selection, Facility Improvement, Guidelines