Discusses how colleges can maximize efficiency with new Web Services technology that integrates information and services from disparate applications. Benefits include customer convenience; the timely, seamless exchange of all kinds of information; and new techniques for quickly developing applications. (EV)

California State University, Fullerton is developing a suite of server-based, Web-enabled applications that distribute the functionality of its student information system software to external customers without modifying the mainframe applications or databases. The cost-effective, secure, and rapidly deployable business solution involves using the…

Striving to streamline student services and improve electronic communication, colleges and universities are signing on with companies that offer sophisticated World Wide Web sites through which students can accomplish basic administrative functions and receive information. The sites are often free of charge but also feature advertising messages…

This study analyzed student contributions to an online interactive discussion forum. Participants included six graduate students enrolled in a graduate education course; the instructor also contributed to the online discussions. Students read articles, posted commentaries, and responded to each other on weekly discussion topics. Students also…