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Direct linkDemski, Jennifer – T.H.E. Journal, 2012
When it comes to implementing a large-scale 1-to-1 computing initiative, deciding which device students will use every day to support their learning requires a significant amount of thought and research. Laptop, netbook, Chromebook, tablet--each device has enough similarities to make the decision seem easy, but enough differences to make a big…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Computers, Laptop Computers
McKinley, Thomas W. – School Business Affairs, 1994
The area of finance should be the first one to be automated or upgraded with computers. After a needs analysis, a computer consultant will work with management to determine a realistic budget that will get the most computing power for the dollars available. Offers 10 tips for working with consultants. (MLF)
Descriptors: Budgeting, Computer Selection, Computer Software Selection, Consultants
Peer reviewedUnruh, Don L. – Internet and Higher Education, 2000
Investigates the current state of desktop videoconferencing by exploring the criteria for effective Web-based delivery and communication requirements for effective videoconferencing. Highlights include providing effective training, including team training, group problem solving, and learner performance assessments; communication infrastructure;…
Descriptors: Computer Selection, Computer Software Selection, Evaluation Criteria, Futures (of Society)
Saba, Farhad – Distance Education Report, 1999
Discusses delivery systems in distance education and suggests that too much time is spent on choosing a delivery system rather than analyzing distance education as a whole. Presents a distance-education hierarchy that includes hardware systems, software systems, telecommunications systems, instructional systems, educational systems, societal…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Selection, Computer Software, Delivery Systems
Peer reviewedGoodrich, Jeanne – Journal of Library Administration, 1999
This case study describes the use of an information technology vendor conference to assure the smooth opening of a public library in Portland, Oregon. Vendors for hardware, telecommunications, integrated library systems, and networks met with library administration and staff to troubleshoot problems and share information and to ensure a timely…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Computer Networks, Computer Selection, Conferences
Race, Phil; McDowell, Steve – 1996
This how-to manual is intended to ease the transition to the information technology age even for those teachers who have no previous knowledge or experience with computers. Written in a concise, numbered paragraph format, the text uses simple nontechnical language. The first chapter titled, "Getting Started with Computers," covers choosing and…
Descriptors: Computer Anxiety, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Peripherals
