Discusses various options for presentation equipment for the classroom and library resource center. Discusses overhead projectors, LCD panels, and LCD projectors. A sidebar lists names and addresses of presentation equipment providers. (AEF)

Presents a strategy for designing course materials for use in multiple digital formats. Discusses initial design--planning for multiple media, instructional contexts, development strategies; designing core information--blocked text design, systematic development; porting information to other digital contexts; and revision and storage. Also…

Presents guidelines and suggestions for the use of computers with young children. Provides a checklist of attributes of good early childhood software and tips for introducing software to young children. (RJC)

Vertical learning environments (vertical surfaces covered with two- or three-dimensional detachable objects that provide opportunities for perception, manipulation, interaction, construction of knowledge, and representation) offer children rich, interactive learning environments at eye level. Discusses vertical learning environments in a Piagetian…

Outlines the steps and actions followed by a furniture and equipment consultant in ensuring an efficient and effective job of furniture and equipment ordering, delivery, and installation in an overseas school situation. (MLF)

Examines factors influencing use of technology by faculty members at an American university. The most important factors are the faculty's need to be certain that the technology will improve student learning and equipment availability. Other factors include funds for materials purchase, advantages over other delivery methods, and contribution to…

By employing a new system perspective, the uses of technology in three school districts are examined. Problems with lack of equipment, professional development, and funding in New York City and San Diego (CA) schools are discussed. The experiences of the Iowa City School District illustrate that growth of the human and work-process infrastructure…

Addresses the importance of climbing in early childhood and issues of facilitating children's climbing skills. Considers why children climb, when they learn, how they climb, socializing the climbing child, and creating safe, developmentally appropriate climbing environments for children. (JPB)

Educators in the late 1960s and early 1970s found that 8 mm film loop cartridges encouraged learning techniques such as self-tutorials, individualized instruction, and small-group participation. The single concept approach used in the production of most 8 mm cartridges contributed to alternative learning strategies in these settings. The…

This report evaluates a project designed to provide systemwide direction to the application of education technology in the District of Columbia (DC) Public Schools. The evaluation follows the Planning, Monitoring, and Implementing (PMI) Evaluation Model for Decision Making which was developed by the Division of Quality Assurance of the DC school…

Examines alternative approaches to financing educational capital outlay, particularly equipment purchases for vocational education programs. Discusses the magnitude of capital outlay expenditures and considers the merits of various current state practices in the area of aid for capital expenditures. (Author/JG)

Reports recent research which illustrates the educational value of play in preschool education. Play theory, the relationship between cognitive development and play, implications from research on preschool program models, the use of play equipment, dramatic play and teacher participation in play activities are discussed. (SDH)

The guide is designed to accompany an art program curriculum guide in order to help teach senior high art and to locate resources and information. Included in the guide are the following titles: "Sample Unit Plans," which include information on theme, approach, objectives, concepts, motivation, resources, study approaches, and evaluation…

Basic considerations in the design of carrels and resource centers are covered in learner objectives, text, practice exercises, and answer sheets in this learning module. Topics addressed include factors influencing carrel design, workspace dimensions for writing carrels and electrically wired carrels, the proper distance from the chair seat to…