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Scanlon, Robert G.; Patterson, John K. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1984
Describes how a 30,000 student institution of higher learning is installing a campus-wide telecommunications system supporting voice, data, and video applications. Objectives of the telecommunications program and guidelines used in its development are outlined. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Higher Education, Networks, Program Descriptions
Hammer, Carl – Technological Horizons in Education, 1984
Discusses communications technologies now being refined for nationwide introduction to allow educational institutions to share their database resources at greatly accelerated speeds and with increasing ease. (JN)
Descriptors: Automation, Computer Oriented Programs, Databases, Elementary Secondary Education
Rorie, Charles D. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1983
For less than $3,000 per classroom, Dyersburg State Community College (Texas) has integrated its campus time-sharing computer system into projection television sets under interactive, teacher control. Six uses of the Teacher's Interactive Video Instructional System identified so far are described. (JN)
Descriptors: Community Colleges, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Educational Television
Ritter, Craig – Technological Horizons in Education, 1979
Wiring the city of Irvine provided a community-wide education network through a student-controlled, interactive two-way TV system. Adding computer-based education will afford Irvine a first in combined information and education service. (Author/BB)
Descriptors: Community Programs, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Educational Television
Dickey, Edwin M. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1985
A telecommunications course was used to provide training to nearly 500 pre-/in-service teachers at more than 20 separate locations throughout South Carolina. The course consists of two components: a televised lecture and a hands-on session supervised by a facilitator at each location. Various aspects of the course are described. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education, Course Descriptions, Distance Education
Munshi, Kiki – Technological Horizons in Education, 1980
It is suggested that, by considering and balancing various economic factors, telecourses can be made cost effective. When social benefits, especially to those who would not otherwise receive an education, are considered, telecourses more than justify their existence. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computers, Cost Effectiveness, Cost Estimates
Paulsen, Morten Flate – Technological Horizons in Education, 1988
Asserts that future distance education will be dominated by the virtual school. Measures the potential of telecommunications, computer assisted learning, audio/visual systems and computer conferencing against the definition of a virtual school. Concludes that conferencing is the only technology capable of serving as the basis for a virtual school.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Policy
Lautsch, John C. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1981
Presents an overview of computer use in education and other realms. Concludes that the true computer revolution in education may not be the use of computer assisted instruction but rather the combining of computers with other electronic devices for the advent of widespread decentralized education. (Author/DC)
Descriptors: Autoinstructional Aids, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computers
Beckham, Bonnie – Technological Horizons in Education, 1989
Assesses BRUNET, a campuswide network that links more than 100 academic and administrative buildings and 40 dormitories. Notes a key element is hierarchical network management and support. Discusses the deployment, security, and use of four networking spheres in the system. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Peripherals, Computer Science
Nelson, Arvid – Technological Horizons in Education, 1989
Investigates Project CANS (Computer-Assisted Network Systems), a program to develop computer-assisted instruction, computer-managed instruction and computer-managed classroom activities in Cook County, Illinois. Discusses the operation of the program since 1984. Provides a description of the equipment available to each classroom and building. (MVL)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Computer Networks, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Peripherals
Rakovic, Gloria – Technological Horizons in Education, 1987
Reports on the development of the High School of Telecommunication Arts and Technology in Brooklyn, New York. Describes the overall goals of the high school's program, the make-up of the student body, the development of the curriculum, and the computer capabilities of the school. (TW)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science, Computer Uses in Education