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Peer reviewedUmbach, Ken – Knowledge Quest, 1998
Considers how computer technology is affecting classrooms and school libraries. Examples of elementary and secondary school uses of computers in California classrooms are given; teacher education for use of the World Wide Web is described; and the role of teachers and library media specialists is discussed. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Elementary Secondary Education, Inservice Teacher Education, Learning Resources Centers
Peer reviewedMancall, Jacqueline C.; Stafford, Brian; Zanger, Colleen – Knowledge Quest, 1999
Discusses the American Association of School Librarian's technology initiative, ICONnect. Components include the following: online courses on Internet use in schools; curriculum connections, providing links to resources and projects; KidsConnect, a question-answering/help/referral service for K-12; ICPrize, rewarding collaborative teams of…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Cooperative Programs, Educational Resources
Peer reviewedMarriott, Catherine – Knowledge Quest, 2002
Discussion of the use of technology in primary grades focuses on a pilot project in the Orchard Park (New York) elementary schools that used computers to teach a nonfiction unit for English language arts, focusing on the New York State learning standards. Describes the role of school library media specialists and benefits to students. (LRW)
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Computer Assisted Instruction, Elementary Secondary Education, English
