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Lantz, Chris – 1996
Today the chemical processing of film is being replaced by a virtual digital darkroom. Digital image storage makes new levels of consistency possible because its nature is less volatile and more mutable than traditional photography. The potential of digital imaging is great, but issues of disk storage, computer speed, camera sensor resolution,…
Descriptors: Art Education, Art Products, Computer Uses in Education, Distance Education
Ehrich, Rodger; McCreary, Faith; Ramsey, Amy; Reaux, Ray; Rowland, B. Keith – 1998
In the fall of 1996, the Computer Science Department at Virginia Tech initiated a joint project with the Montgomery County Public Schools in Virginia to determine how ready access to networked computing in the fifth grade would affect long-term student achievement. This project examines what can be achieved if technology access, support, and…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Constructivism (Learning), Distance Education
Barker, Bruce O.; Goodwin, Robert D. – 1990
This paper describes the technology and benefits of distance education, especially microcomputer-assisted programs, for isolated schools with limited access to certified teachers. An interactive system known alternately as audiographics teleteaching and microcomputer-aided teleteaching was recently introduced at Brigham Young University's (BYU)…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Distance Education
Holt, Peter; And Others – International Council for Distance Education Bulletin, 1987
Reviews a computerized monitoring system for distance education students at Athabasca University designed to solve the problems of tracking student performance. A pilot project for tutors is described which includes an electronic conferencing system and electronic mail, and an evaluation currently in progress is briefly discussed. (LRW)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, College Faculty, Computer Uses in Education, Developed Nations

Gwyn, Rhys – European Journal of Teacher Education, 1988
The convergence of computer technology with telecommunications may transform our concept of classroom and school. The PLUTO Network Project, which links several countries in Europe in a collaborative distance learning network, is described. Three phases in the growth of educational uses of computer technologies are outlined. (IAH)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Distance Education
Johnson, Liz – 1996
Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) began offering courses by Desktop Videoconferencing (DVC) in fall 1995 and continues to experiment with ways to use this new and flexible teaching tool. This paper describes the MTSU DVC system in an attempt to expose educators to this new technology and its many possibilities, and to stimulate discussion…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Computer Uses in Education, Distance Education, Educational Strategies
CCA Consulting Inc., Wellesley, MA. CCA Research. – 1996
This report is the third annual edition of a syndicated study which focuses on developing an understanding of the major issues and events which give shape to computing and information technology across K-12 education in the United States. This report builds on trendline data from the 1992-93 and 1993-94 studies. The survey results presented in…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Distance Education, Educational Administration, Educational Finance
Foell, Nelson A. – 1989
This study assessed the effect of an alternative delivery system using microcomputers. All 19 students enrolled in the University of Georgia's off-campus curriculum development course were assigned to the experimental group, and all 16 students taking the same course on campus were assigned to the control group. All students were vocational…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Distance Education, Educational Technology
Watkins, Diana Sell – 1997
This paper reports on a study to design, develop, pilot test, evaluate, and assess an online Internet community system during the months May-July, 1997 at Nova Southeastern University-Programs for Higher Education (NSU PHE). The system was used as a prototype for developing and studying techniques for building virtual communities. Project research…
Descriptors: Community, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software, Computer System Design

Molnar, Andrew R. – T.H.E. Journal, 1997
Provides an overview of computers in education: early computers and computer languages, computer-assisted instruction, micro worlds, microcomputers, intelligent tutors, intelligent tools, symbol systems, computer graphics, virtual reality, distance education via the Internet, distance mentoring, learning-on-demand, organizational learning via…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Uses in Education, Distance Education
Roach, Ronald – Black Issues in Higher Education, 1999
Fifteen developments in technology that have laid the foundation for the current information-technology environment on college and university campuses are listed. They include both specific technological innovations and broader trends that make use of several technologies. (MSE)
Descriptors: College Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Courseware
Molnar, David P. – 1990
The Northwest Wisconsin Technical College Electronic Campus (NWTC/EC) is an electronic bulletin board system that delivers courses via IBM microcomputer and telephone modem. Computer-based course delivery focused on the inservice training for economic development, student services, division coordinators, and branch campus departments at NWTC to…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Distance Education
Barker, Bruce O. – 1986
Small and rural schools can use the new technologies of distance education to broaden curricular offerings while facing low student enrollments and increased costs. Courses offered via audio teleconferencing permit live teacher/student interaction and often use videotape as well as two-way audio components. Programs from the University of…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Enrichment, Distance Education
Steinhaus, Kurt A. – 1991
This report presents the findings and conclusions of a study of educational technology in New Mexico schools. Designed to provide baseline information to the New Mexico Education Technology Planning Committee, the results of the study will also be used to help make statewide planning decisions concerning educational technology. The findings…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Distance Education, Educational Technology

Curran, Chris; Saunders, Ronnie – Education and Computing, 1992
Reviews organizational approaches adopted in different countries for resource management in distance education and compares the cost structure of distance education and conventional education. Resource implications of alternative organizational approaches are briefly examined. Ireland's cooperative approach is described and cost-effective computer…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Cooperative Programs, Coordination, Cost Effectiveness
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