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From TASS to Tallahassee: In Search of Today's News.
Vlahakis, Robert – Classroom Computer Learning, 1988
Describes the experience of one class that used online search services to learn current events. Gives suggestions for social studies teachers interested in doing online newspaper searches with their students. Lists four online sources of newspaper articles. Illustrates eight steps involved in a typical search. (CW)
Descriptors: Communications, Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Current Events
A Network Primer: How They're Used...and How They Could Be Used.
Lehrer, Ariella – Classroom Computer Learning, 1988
Examined are large curriculum software packages that currently dominate school networks. Indicates ways that networks could serve schools. Discusses different Integrated Learning Systems (ILS), evaluates their use and proposes future uses of these networks. (CW)
Descriptors: Communications, Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Computers
State of the States: Networks Expand in Key States.
Blaschke, Charles L. – Classroom Computer Learning, 1988
Discusses the use of local networks and integrated learning systems in delivering instruction. Presents a summary of projects initiated by the states of Maryland, Florida, Michigan, Minnesota, and North Carolina. Notes that although network software is gaining popularity, most software is still for the individual user. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Elementary School Science
Randy Allen, Teacher of the Year.
Coburn, Janet – Classroom Computer Learning, 1988
Introduces the 1988 IBM/Classroom Computer Learning teacher of the year. Explores some of his teaching methods and ideas. Discusses his winning project of having students do research projects using a modem hookup to CompuServe. (MVL)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Networks, Computer Science Education, Computer Uses in Education