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Haughton, Noela A.; Yeh, Kuo-Chuan; Nworie, John; Romero, Liz – Educational Technology, 2013
As with any innovation, the adoption and diffusion of digital technologies in higher education have also brought unintended consequences. This article discusses the unintended misuse of these technologies in the higher education setting. Depending upon severity, these consequences discussed--distraction, addiction, academic dishonesty, and…
Descriptors: Information Technology, Teaching Methods, Internet, Bullying
Rogers, P. Clint – Educational Technology, 2011
The transformative experiences afforded by technology are wide and varied. Among them is the extended reach these technologies give us in connecting with others around the world, or even in our own communities, who may be from very different backgrounds than ourselves. Emerging technologies are providing new opportunities in education, and this…
Descriptors: Transformative Learning, Technology Uses in Education, Intergroup Education, Social Networks
Hawkes, Mark – Educational Technology, 1999
Presents and applies a teacher professional-development-oriented analytical framework to provide clarity to the discussion of what role network-based communication may play in teacher professional-development experiences. A table presents a summary of advocacy and adversarial claims in network-based professional development by areas of…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Networks, Faculty Development, Information Technology
Bonk, Curtis Jay; And Others – Educational Technology, 1996
Discusses three electronic conferencing tools that apprentice novice learners and encourage them to interact and grapple with alternative perspectives. Technical details of each tool are described, along with 1 instance where all 3 technologies were united, resulting in a highly interactive conversation shared by over 30 people at 4 different…
Descriptors: Apprenticeships, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Mediated Communication, Distance Education
Hazzan, Orit – Educational Technology, 1999
Presents an explanation for the increase in the number of computer users. Suggests that, in addition to providing electronic-communication services, information technologies may also support thinking and learning processes. Uses a theoretical background to analyze two activities carried out in computational environments: construction of a Web site…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology
Galbreath, Jeremy, Ed. – Educational Technology, 1997
Examines the "reality behind the hype" surrounding the Internet. Discusses its early development; growth and present state; and key applications, including e-mail, voice/video telephony, integrated messaging, electronic commerce, the World Wide Web, and Web commerce, Intranet, Extranet; education and training; security; ownership; and…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Networks, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Security