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Sivakumar, Paramasivan Sethuraman; Parasar, Bibudha; Das, Raghu Nath; Anantharaman, Mathevanpillai – Journal of Agricultural Education and Extension, 2014
Purpose: Information technology (IT) has tremendous potential for fostering grassroots development and the Indian government has created various capital-intensive computer networks to promote agricultural development. However, research studies have shown that information technology investments are not always translated into productivity gains due…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Information Technology, Computer Networks, Agriculture
Federal Communications Commission, 2010
In early 2009, Congress directed the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to develop a National Broadband Plan to ensure every American has "access to broadband capability." Congress also required that this plan include a detailed strategy for achieving affordability and maximizing use of broadband to advance "consumer welfare, civic…
Descriptors: Telecommunications, Computer Networks, Information Technology, Federal Programs
Valenza, Joyce Kasman; Johnson, Doug – School Library Journal, 2009
The library, as we once knew it, may no longer be relevant. And, yet, this is undoubtedly the most exciting time in history to be a librarian. The future of the school library as a relevant and viable institution is largely dependent on librarians and how quickly they respond to change. They worry about their field and their practice. They worry…
Descriptors: Intellectual Freedom, Intellectual Property, Computers, School Libraries
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Caverly, David C.; Broderick, Bill – Journal of Developmental Education, 1995
Discusses the uses of the Internet, particularly the World Wide Web (WWW), in developmental education courses. Examines the underpinnings of the WWW, means by which users can access information, and some potential applications for developmental students. Includes addresses of sample WWW sites. (MAB)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Developmental Studies Programs
Dalton, Pat – 1998
This paper, one in a series of information briefs related to the Internet and taxation, contains a simplified overview of the Internet and a glossary of terms that are commonly encountered in discussing the Internet. Terms that are included in this glossary are italicized when they are used elsewhere in the paper. A series of questions are asked…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Networks, Information Networks
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Phillips, John C.; King-Blandford, Marcia – Internet Reference Services Quarterly, 1997
With the introduction of the library's OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog), CD-ROMs, the Internet, and OhioLINK, the University of Toledo library is faced with technological, instructional, and other challenges. The main challenge is the lack of a mediated classroom for group instruction. Current paper-based teaching methods do not always allow…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Networks, Group Instruction, Information Technology
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Senkevitch, Judith J.; Wolfram, Dietmar – Library & Information Science Research, 1997
Compares the efficacy of different approaches to introducing urban adults to Internet resources. Models tested included two training period lengths and two computer interfaces (text-based and graphical). Findings suggest that the interface used does not significantly affect users' ability to find information on the Internet; user confidence in…
Descriptors: Adults, Computer Interfaces, Computer Literacy, Computer Networks
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Bishop, Ann Peterson – Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, 2000
Discusses making community networking a reality for all citizens, noting ways to reduce the digital divide that segments computer use along socioeconomic lines. Lists 4 insights that may help in the design and implementation of community services devoted to computer access and training. Notes a website on community networking, and recent…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Computer Literacy, Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Networks
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Smallen, David L. – EDUCAUSE Review, 2005
Benchmarking information technology services has become a vital activity for colleges and universities. The COSTS Project (http://www.costsproject.org/) is an ongoing quantitative effort to benchmark the costs of providing IT services in higher education; the project helps institutions understand their IT budgets and staffing relative to peer…
Descriptors: Costs, Liberal Arts, Information Technology, Higher Education
Bane, Adele F.; Milheim, William D. – Computers in Libraries, 1995
Provides a brief history of the Internet, highlighting its academic roots, and describes a survey conducted to determine how and why academics use the Internet. Information gathered, presented in seven tables, shows frequency of use; types of resources accessed; levels of computer experience; use of nagivational aids; and reaction to the survey.…
Descriptors: Communications, Computer Literacy, Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Networks
Ross, Tweed W. – 1996
New technology, in the form of electronic connectivity, has opened up vast new arenas for educational development. Many administrators, however, have not been prepared for the sudden change brought about by such technology. The problem for school administrators is how to lead effectively without being overcome by the new information technologies.…
Descriptors: Administrator Responsibility, Computer Literacy, Computer Networks, Computer Selection
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Dawes, Lyn – Computers & Education, 1999
Describes efforts in the United Kingdom to integrate information and communication technology (ICT) into schools and the government's aim to have teachers acquire network literacy. Discusses innovation and change in education; results of a study that investigated teachers' attitudes about the impact of ICT; and the need for teacher's professional…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Networks, Educational Change
CAUSE/EFFECT, 1987
Enhancements to administrative and instructional computing, new technology-oriented buildings, computerized health/fitness centers, and a communication network throughout the Maricopa district represent the theme underlying the activities: positioning for the future. Instructional computing, administrative computing, telecommunications/information…
Descriptors: College Administration, College Planning, Community Colleges, Computer Literacy
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Thompson, Brett A. – Tech Directions, 2004
Since its inception in 1997, Cisco's curriculum has entered thousands of high schools across the U.S. and around the world for two reasons: (1) Cisco has a large portion of the computer networking market, and thus has the resources for and interest in developing high school academies; and (2) high school curriculum development teams recognize the…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Secondary School Curriculum, Secondary School Teachers, Curriculum Development
Northwest Educational Technology Consortium, Portland, OR. – 1997
This CD-ROM provides a way to become aware of and understand the many issues involved in planning, implementing, and using networks in K-12 schools. It is designed to serve both as a basic resource and as a pointer to other resources, and is useful for school board members, superintendents, administrators, teachers, technology coordinators,…
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Networks, Computer Oriented Programs
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