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Huber, Joe – Technology Connection, 1995
Provides guidelines for schools choosing a media retrieval system. Topics include broadband, baseband, coaxial cable, or fiber optic decisions; the control network; selecting scheduling software; presentation software; device control; control from the classroom; and a comparison of systems offered by five companies. (LRW)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Software
Schiller, Scott S. – Media and Methods, 1993
Discusses the use of multimedia equipment for distance education. Topics addressed include use of the Internet; distance learning for educators; and cable television and/or fiber optics, including interactive television and satellite technology. A sidebar lists online and telecommunications providers. (LRW)
Descriptors: Cable Television, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Distance Education
Northeast Arkansas Educational Cooperative, Strawberry. – 1991
A program was conducted to integrate computer technology into agriculture classrooms in 25 secondary schools and 4 universities in Arkansas. State-of-the-art technology from the AgriData Network of Milwaukee was used. The AgriData Network includes the Ag Ed Network, which offers more than 800 "live textbook" lessons with current…
Descriptors: Agricultural Education, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Oriented Programs
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Shepard, Philip G. – T.H.E. Journal, 1994
Describes the Institutional Information Processing System (IIPS) Users Group and explains its role in the implementation of administrative and academic computer systems in community colleges in North Carolina. Highlights include cooperation between colleges, vendor support, the nature of a users group, training, and future possibilities. (LRW)
Descriptors: Community Colleges, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education
Crume, Charles E.; Maddux, Cleborne D. – Educational Technology, 1990
Describes the growth of educational computer networks in three main categories: (1) networks for sharing peripheral equipment; (2) networks for exchanging information; and (3) networks for addressing instructional needs. The use of microcomputers and mainframe computers is examined, networks in public schools and universities are described, and…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Peripherals, Cost Effectiveness
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Swan, John; And Others – Reference Librarian, 1992
Three articles discuss the issue of the mediator's role in the library of the electronic age. Topics addressed include computer-assisted instruction; online catalogs; computer networks; professional identity; reference service and bibliographic instruction; CD-ROMs; online systems; personal home microcomputers; Internet and list servers;…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Electronic Libraries, Librarians
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Staman, E. Michael – Community College Journal, 1997
Discusses the use and unregulated growth of the Internet in the private sector, higher education, and businesses. Reports on the initiatives underway within the national higher education community that focus on creating Internet 2, the next generation of online applications, services, and technologies. (VWC)
Descriptors: Access to Education, Community Colleges, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks
Mclester, Susan – Technology & Learning, 1999
Presents awards for the best of school and home learning software products. Highlights include Web products; judging criteria; specific titles in language arts, math, reference, science, special needs and ESL (English Second Language), creativity and music, and multidisciplinary; new and improved past winners; networked management tools; and a…
Descriptors: Awards, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Software Evaluation