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| Media and Methods | 7 |
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| Duttweiler, Patricia Cloud | 1 |
| Ley, Kathryn L. | 1 |
| Loertscher, David | 1 |
| Matthews, Rosemary | 1 |
| McLeod, Richard | 1 |
| Plati, Thomas | 1 |
| Rowe, Mary Budd | 1 |
| Tobojka, Cynthia | 1 |
| Wohlers, Janet | 1 |
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| Journal Articles | 7 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 5 |
| Opinion Papers | 4 |
| Book/Product Reviews | 1 |
| Guides - Non-Classroom | 1 |
| Information Analyses | 1 |
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Ley, Kathryn L. – Media and Methods, 1989
Describes CD-ROM and its use as a new form of instructional technology. Topics discussed include the role of software in searching databases; benefits of CD-ROM over traditional materials; the need for adequate instruction on searching, including examples of necessary skills for effective searching; and guidelines for search strategies. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Databases, Educational Technology, Guidelines
Duttweiler, Patricia Cloud – Media and Methods, 1992
Educational technology can be used to engage students in interesting activities through which teachers can present skills, concepts, and problems to be solved. At-risk students benefit from the investigation of relevant real world problems and the immediate feedback and privacy that technology affords. (EA)
Descriptors: Community Involvement, Computer Assisted Instruction, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education
Matthews, Rosemary; Tobojka, Cynthia – Media and Methods, 1994
Discusses issues that school librarians need to consider when updating and automating their libraries based on examples of experiences in several high schools. Topics addressed include planning; problems; needs assessment; software compatibility and selection; CD-ROMs; and training needs. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Software Selection, Learning Resources Centers, Library Automation
Loertscher, David – Media and Methods, 1988
Describes technological advances in hardware and software used for managing school library media centers. Topics discussed include library management systems; system enhancements in microcomputers; library-specific software; CD ROMs; local area networks; online services; administrative applications; and a brief review of criteria for automating…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Criteria, Elementary Secondary Education, Learning Resources Centers
Wohlers, Janet – Media and Methods, 1992
Describes the use of multimedia language labs for teaching foreign languages and English as a Second Language. Hardware is discussed, including videocassette recorders, camcorders, computers, CD-ROMs, and laser discs; software products are described; visual databases are explained; audiovisual components are examined; and sidebars list vendor…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Databases
Rowe, Mary Budd; McLeod, Richard – Media and Methods, 1988
Discussion of the use of new technologies in science instruction focuses on the medium of CD ROM. Topics discussed include database retrieval; simulations and laboratory experiments; videodisks; hypertext; and software and interfaces for laboratory experiments. A list of math and science resources is provided. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Databases
Plati, Thomas – Media and Methods, 1988
Discusses incorporating high technology research tools into the curriculum for grades 5 through 12 in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, public schools. The use of CD-ROM and online databases is described, teacher training is discussed, and steps to integrate this new technology are listed, including budget proposals and evaluation. (LRW)
Descriptors: Budgeting, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Enrichment, Curriculum Evaluation
