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Direct linkPolanin, Joshua R.; Hennessy, Emily A.; Tanner-Smith, Emily E. – Journal of Educational and Behavioral Statistics, 2017
Meta-analysis is a statistical technique that allows an analyst to synthesize effect sizes from multiple primary studies. To estimate meta-analysis models, the open-source statistical environment R is quickly becoming a popular choice. The meta-analytic community has contributed to this growth by developing numerous packages specific to…
Descriptors: Meta Analysis, Open Source Technology, Computer Software, Effect Size
Rogers, Gary; Ashford, Tina – Association Supporting Computer Users in Education, 2015
This paper will discuss some assignments using freeware/shareware instructors can find on the Web to use to provide students with hands-on experience in this arena. Also, the college, Palm Beach State College, via a grant with the U.S. Department of Labor, has recently purchased a unique cyber security device that simulates cyber security attacks…
Descriptors: Computer Security, Computer Software, Assignments, College Students
Roy, Debopriyo; Brine, John; Murasawa, Fuyuki – Computer Assisted Language Learning, 2016
The act of note-taking offloads cognitive pressure and note-taking applications could be used as an important tool for foreign language acquisition. Its use, importance, and efficacy in a foreign language learning context could be justifiably debated. However, existing computer-assisted language learning literature is almost silent on the topic.…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Usability, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning
Hughes, Amanda Lee – ProQuest LLC, 2012
Emergency response agencies, which operate as command-and-control organizations, push information to members of the public with too few mechanisms to support communication flowing back. Recently, information communication technologies (ICTs) such as social media have challenged this one-way model by allowing the public to participate in emergency…
Descriptors: Information Technology, Social Networks, Emergency Programs, Public Relations
Yau, Jane Y. K.; Joy, Mike – International Journal of Distance Education Technologies, 2013
The purpose of this paper is to show the technical feasibility of implementing their mobile context-aware learning schedule (mCALS) framework as a software application on a mobile device using current technologies, prior to its actual implementation. This process draws a set of compatible mobile and context-aware technologies at present and can be…
Descriptors: Telecommunications, Educational Technology, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software
Bienkowski, Marie; Gerard, Sarah Nixon; Rubin, Shawn; Sanford, Cathy; Borrelli-Murray, Dana; Driscoll, Tom; Arora, Jessie; Hruska, Mike; Beck, Katie; Murray, Thomas; Hoekstra, Jason; Gannes, Stuart; Metz, Edward; Midgley, Steve; Castilla, Stephanie; Tomassini, Jason; Madda, Mary Jo; Chase, Zac; Martin, Erik; Noel, Marcus; Styles, Kathleen – Office of Educational Technology, US Department of Education, 2015
Opportunities abound for software designers and developers to create impactful tools for teachers, school leaders, students, and their families. This guide for developers, startups, and entrepreneurs addresses key questions about the education ecosystem and highlights critical needs and opportunities to develop digital tools and apps for learning.…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Design, Technology Uses in Education, Educational Technology
Secker, Jane – Program: Electronic Library and Information Systems, 2008
Purpose: This paper aims to provide an overview of the published literature and current use of social software by libraries primarily in the UK and USA. Design/methodology/approach: The paper's approach is a literature review and desk research. Findings: Libraries are experimenting considerably in this area and many Web 2.0 applications have been…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Social Networks, Libraries, Library Services
Dumitrascu, Eugen; Popa, Marius – Journal of Applied Quantitative Methods, 2007
In this paper, we present the characteristic features of distributed applications. We also enumerate the modalities of optimizing them and the factors that influence the quality of distributed applications, as well as the way they are affected by the optimization processes. Moreover, we enumerate the quality characteristics of distributed…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Networks, Improvement, Computer Software
Taylor, William E. – Telecommunications, 1997
Integrated remote access servers support many different types of access. Remote access has been integrated as a strategic tool as application developers build remote access capabilities into their software. Discusses demands of using remote access as a strategic component and management matters. (AEF)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Networks, Computer Oriented Programs
Green, John O. – Classroom Computer Learning, 1984
Networks confined to one classroom or several classrooms in one building are called local networks. The nature and uses of these networks, software needed to run a network, software problems, and potential problems are discussed. Information on commercially available networks (including source, cost, hardware/software provided, features, and…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Elementary Secondary Education, Microcomputers
California Univ., Davis. – 1990
The California Agriculture Education Computer Network was developed to provide agricultural educators and support staff in agricultural education with the most up-to-date and comprehensive agricultural information possible. The network allows secondary instructors to access databases that contain information about the most recent agricultural…
Descriptors: Agricultural Education, Communications, Computer Networks, Computer Oriented Programs
Chapman, Dale T. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1986
During the 1980's, the educational community has been keeping its eye hopefully on several campus-wide networking projects. Included are reports on progress in networks and networking at Carnegie Mellon University, the Massachussetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and at Brown University. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Higher Education, Information Networks
Peer reviewedValdez, M. E.; Ertem, M. C. – CoED, 1985
This paper describes the design and construction of a local network of microcomputers at the Electrical Computer Engineering Department at Florida Institute of Technology. The design criteria for such a network and the possible applications are discussed. (JN)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Engineering Education, Higher Education
McLean, Robert S. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1989
Describes Ontario Ministry of Education efforts to provide microcomputer facilities for schools, facilitate software development, reinforce the ministry's philosophy of education, and stimulate the Canadian computer and software industry. Provides historical perspective and notes recent initiatives taken. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education, Computer Software
Stuyt, Jeff; Siderelis, Chrystos – Parks and Recreation, 1984
More than a third of park and recreation agencies in a 1983 survey reported use of microcomputers. This article explores types of software and hardware favored in the recreation profession. Work processing, budgeting, registration, and inventory are some of the applications used by this profession. (DF)
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Man Machine Systems, Microcomputers
