Describes a partnership approach to developing and implementing a program in management education for the advanced technology sector. The model addresses the business' perceived need for university accreditation, and makes use of the university's infrastructures for research, course delivery, and support. (MSE)

Discusses results of a 1997 "CMC News" readers' survey of the top 10 CD-ROM titles used by schools. Compares results of previous surveys (1993 and 1995). Four tables and figures show number of users for each of the 10 CD-ROMs, top-10 rankings for year 1993, 1995, and 1997, increase in ownership of 7 of the 10 titles, and total respondents owning…

Examines the use of new technology in foreign-language classrooms, specifically language labs equipped with interactive computers, interactive software packages, CD-ROMS, e-mail, and the Internet. States that faculty members are creating language multimedia packages that engage students in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Suggests ways…

Synthesizes findings of four case studies that examine technology-rich environments and how they might promote democratic learning. Discusses experiences of each via a matrix of four domains of democratic learning environments (power and voice; beliefs about knowledge and learning; modes of thinking and expression; and perspective on instructional…

Discusses some emerging issues for information resources and use in higher education, including challenges in advanced networking; distributed-information technology (IT); authentication, authorization, and access management; distance learning; intellectual property in a networked environment; and campus-business continuity planning. Funding,…

Discusses issues and practices in information management (IM) in a number of fields, with emphasis on the role of IM for institutional research and assessment, particularly in colleges and universities. Topics discussed include the scope of IM, the multiple uses of information, policy needs, administration of IM processes, taking an…

Discusses designers' need to design educational software for subversive use, recognizing that users fit the use of technology-based environments into contextually tuned "situated" learning environments. In this sense, good design is volatile design, or design which changes with contextual use. These ideas are illustrated with reference to a range…

Discusses adult learners, lifelong learning, and methods for teaching the use of technology based on experiences with graduate students at Duquesne University. Examines computer hardware, computing expertise, and access to the Internet and e-mail; and considers the debate over concentrating elements of technology-based instruction into one course…

One Maryland school district incorporated conflict-resolution strategies with learning opportunities, infusing it into the regular K-12 curriculum. Teacher workshops produced seven conflict-resolution tools: brainstorming, questioning, active listening, conceptual thinking, role playing, triggering, and problem solving. Teachers received training,…

Special-education teachers (N=673) rank-ordered recommendations for improving communication between teachers and parents concerning homework for students with disabilities. Results support the importance of general educators and parents monitoring homework, provision of opportunities for parents and teachers to communicate, exploration of…

Presents an interview with Jeff Bingaman, senator from New Mexico, who has been instrumental in providing incentives to increase the number of low-income students eligible for Advanced Placement test fee waivers and has supported innovative projects in educational technology and institution of voluntary national tests. He has also encouraged…

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…

Discusses a sociocultural model of a deaf child as a bilingual minority and examines its implications for deaf education. A case is made for recognizing ethnic diversity within the deaf community in implementing programs that strengthen the self-identities of children. The use of technology is addressed. (Author/CR)

Some of the opportunities created by e-business, or electronic commerce, for college teaching and administration are explored, including distributed learning, new forms of payment, new learning materials, academic support tools, administrative support, and new forms of publishing. E-business initiatives for colleges and universities are suggested.…

A multimedia distribution system affords many opportunities for teachers and students. The systematic use of e-mail, Internet access, and live video presentations provides sound pedagogical applications which enhance student/teacher discourse and liberate learning from the confines of the classroom. Each of these three technologies is discussed.…