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Peer reviewedSilva, Marcos – Education for Information, 1995
Describes the development of K-12 computer networks in the United States and Canada. Discusses a project that used participatory design to introduce Internet classroom activities, and examines the role of school librarians. Findings suggest schools of information science must offer support to schools seeking Internet resources and applications.…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer Networks, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries
The Design and Implementation of Internet Seminars for Library Users and Staff at McGill University.
Peer reviewedSilva, Marcos; Cartwright, Glenn F. – Education for Information, 1993
Describes seminars developed at McGill University library to teach faculty, students, and staff about the Internet. Topics discussed include growth in use of the Internet and other developments that have placed new demands on libraries; course design and objectives; the need for hands-on training; and funding needs for training. (19 references)…
Descriptors: College Libraries, Computer Networks, Course Objectives, Course Organization
Peer reviewedSilva, Marcos; Cartwright, Glenn F. – Public-Access Computer Systems Review, 1992
Discussion of a Canadian high-speed communications network, influenced by the National Research and Education Network (NREN) initiative, focuses on the genesis of the system; expected benefits to Canada's economy, competitiveness, and social welfare; and specific applications such as library resource sharing, free-nets, distance education, and…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Competition, Computer Networks, Economic Development
