This two-part article indicates some probable characteristics of the microelectronics in the future and assesses implications of the microelectronics revolution for the methods and systems currently used in teaching and training. (CMV)

David, a 12-year-old without arms or legs, integrated himself gradually into the author's primary class through his determination to do a science project. Together, David, his father, and his teacher solved the logistical problems and built the apparatus David needed for full-time regular class work. (SJL)

Difficulties experienced by manufacturers and distributors of school equipment regarding product liability insurance are discussed. (MLF)

Notes that students at Dr. N. H. Jones Elementary School in Ocala, Florida use capture freeze-frame (still) photographs from videotapes and import them into computer documents. Outlines equipment needed and procedures for importing video stills for Macintosh users and PC users. (AEF)

Explores the use of Information Technology in preschool education as a tool for the understanding of ideas which are familiar to children in a naive way. Suggests that computer programs can provide a safe environment for children to experiment and play with processes and ideas and for teachers to banish their preconceived notions about what…

Discusses the restructuring of secondary vocational education in Hungary through the World Bank project. Highlights include human resources development; occupational training improvement; levels of intervention of the World Bank project; the technical assistance, equipment, and fellowship programs; educational policies and quality; and future…

Discusses educational effects of the style, content, and quality inherent in several multimedia and desktop-publishing products available to science teachers, including books, interactive software, videos, and computer simulations. (JJK)

Investigated whether early childhood classroom activities and areas differed between mainstreamed and nonmainstreamed classrooms, and assessed difficulty of adapting them for disabled children. Respondents reported wide range of activities and areas that were moderately easy to adapt for disabled children. Findings suggest mainstreaming does not…

Suggests that educators need to find a balance between the two realms of environmental education--the knowledge realm, including the scientific, technical, management side, and the realm stressing awareness and responsibility for the world. Describes benefits of using Geographical Information Systems (GISs) and remote sensing devices as…

Presents a survey on the discussion on the Internet in schools. Shows that the mere availability of new media does not suggest educational innovation. Discusses the steps by which the Internet can develop from a mere issue of equipment into an instrument of educational innovation. (CMK)

This paper reports on the results from a detailed national audit of information communication technology (ICT) in physical education (PE), examining attitudes, training, numbers of pieces of equipment and hardware owned, and its employment and use across nine Local Education Authorities, six types of schools, and four types of Specialist College.…

During 2003, the North Dakota University System began to be concerned about the cost of supporting multiple course management systems. Since 1997, the 11 NDUS institutions had used 9 different course management packages, including one homegrown product (HTMLeZ) and such proprietary products as Blackboard, WebCT, and e-College. The University of…

In earlier articles the authors reported on the way in which schools had managed the introduction of the interactive whiteboard (IAW) and its associated technology. At that stage they identified the roles of missioners, tentatives and Luddites in the establishment of potentially learning-enriching technology. The march of progress continues and…

Introduction: Continuing medical education (CME) for physicians and other health personnel is becoming increasingly important in light of recertification requirements. Interactive learning is more effective and may be useful in a continuing education setting. This study examines the use of an audience response system (ARS) as an interactive…

Personal computers (PCs) have transformed the way teachers teach, students learn, and school operations are conducted. However, the addition of PCs is not the only technological advancement that can help education institutions run more productively. The progress that has made computers smaller, faster and cheaper also has led to the availability…