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Brautigam, Arthur W. – Business Officer, 1984
Reasons for changing telephone systems at colleges and universities and the preparation and evaluation of requests for proposals (RFP) are discussed. The negotiation and monitoring of the contract are also addressed. It is noted that contracting for a new telecommunications system is extremely complex. Reasons for changing systems include cost…
Descriptors: Bids, Campus Planning, Contracts, Electronic Equipment
Download full textSchwartz, Ed – 1987
Designed to be a source of information for educators about interactive videodiscs, this handbook presents an overview of the technology and offers additional sources to be consulted for more detailed information. It is noted that, although this second edition of a 1985 publication has gone through extensive changes, clarifications, and…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Software, Equipment Maintenance, Interactive Video
Hawkins, Brian L. – 1984
Issues of copyright policy and software licensure at Drexel University that were developed during the introduction of a new microcomputing program are discussed. Channels for software distribution include: individual purchase of externally-produced software, distribution of internally-developed software, institutional licensure, and "read…
Descriptors: Administrative Policy, College Planning, Computer Software, Copyrights
Saskatchewan Consumer and Commercial Affairs, Regina. – 1987
The enormous and rapidly-increasing number of goods on the market makes it difficult to ensure that all consumer products are safe to use. Public concern about product safety has caused the enactment of a wide range of consumer protection laws. The result of this legislation has been that many agencies have been established to protect the public.…
Descriptors: Consumer Education, Consumer Protection, Home Economics, Instructional Materials
Baran, Nancy H., Ed. – 1988
This booklet is designed to help first-time car buyers determine if they can or should buy a car and how to get the most from their car-buying dollar. Leasing and renting options also are discussed. The booklet outlines the process of buying a new car, starting with a review of sizes, types, and features. This is followed by a rundown on showroom…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Budgeting, Consumer Economics, Consumer Education
Gotsch, Constance M. – 1984
Broadcast program directors from 157 colleges and universities responded to a survey to determine how schools outfit, maintain, upgrade, and fund audio and video broadcast labs and how many students use them. Among the results indicated by the respondents are the following: (1) approximately half reported affiliation with either a closed-circuit…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Centers, Communication Research, Equipment Maintenance, Financial Support
Simmons, Ralph; And Others – 1984
This buyer's guide for personal computers is the result of two initiatives: to meet the need for a government-wide policy concerning the management of end user computing (EUC); and to condense procedures for EUC acquisition. The guide is for federal government line managers and professionals who are unfamiliar with step-by-step procedures used in…
Descriptors: Administrative Policy, Cost Effectiveness, Information Networks, Information Services
Office of Consumer Affairs, Washington, DC. – 1988
This handbook is intended to help consumers exercise their rights in the marketplace in three ways: (1) it shows how to communicate more effectively with manufacturers, retailers, and service providers; (2) it is a self-help manual for resolving in dividual consumer complaints; and (3) it lists helpful sources of assistance. The handbook has two…
Descriptors: Consumer Economics, Consumer Education, Consumer Protection, Daily Living Skills
Olivero, James L. – 1982
Intended for administrators or teachers with no prior knowledge of microcomputer applications in education, this document answers frequently asked questions about microcomputers focusing specifically on the use of microcomputers for computer assisted instruction (CAI), drill and practice, and instructional games. Background information covers…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Programs, Evaluation Criteria
Miner, Clint – Day Care and Early Education, 1974
Selecting the right equipment and toys means paying attention to what's important. The vice president of Childcraft discusses how to ensure that the needs of children and program become the focus of purchasing. (Author)
Descriptors: Classroom Design, Consumer Education, Day Care, Educational Environment
Uhlmann, Judith – 1979
Uses made of telemedia by various governmental agencies in Virginia in carrying out their functions are reviewed, and potentials for use offered by current technology are explored. The predominant uses for radio and television by those state agencies that have used telemedia are to distribute public service announcements (PSA's). Scripts, slides,…
Descriptors: Agency Role, Audiovisual Aids, Educational Television, Information Needs
BLOOMFIELD, BYRON C.
INSPECTION OF A NUMBER OF INSTALLATIONS WAS ORIENTED TOWARD ARCHITECTURAL AND PLANNING QUESTIONS INVOLVING ECONOMICS AND SERVICES OF CENTRAL FOOD STORE FACILITIES. COMMENCING WITH THE PURCHASING PHILOSOPHY WHICH OVERVIEWS THE ORGANIZATION OF FOODS PURCHASING, SELECTION OF PERSONNEL, SPECIFICATIONS FOR PURCHASING, TECHNIQUES FOR PURCHASING, AND…
Descriptors: College Planning, Design Requirements, Equipment, Facility Case Studies
Association of School Business Officials, Chicago, IL. – 1979
Cooperative purchasing programs among school districts have grown rapidly in the past decade, but significant questions remain about the benefits and drawbacks of such programs. This document presents the results of a project sponsored by the Association of School Business Officials for the purpose of addressing these questions. Comprising…
Descriptors: Consortia, Cooperative Planning, Cooperative Programs, Elementary Secondary Education
Russell, Robert E.; Block, Roxana L. – 1979
An integrated data base system providing online services to purchasing and accounts payable, which was implemented at the University of Michigan, is described. The system was designed to use online IMS transactions for data entry and inquiry and IMS batch reporting programs. With the implementation of the system, departmental and vendor inquiries…
Descriptors: College Administration, Computer Oriented Programs, Data Processing, Databases
Schetting, Jack – 1975
Designed for use in a half-year program or minicourse, the material presented in the curriculum guide is intended to give students specific information pertaining to shelter or real estate and to give students the opportunity to gather information on shelter-related careers. The guide is organized by content and related activities and provides…
Descriptors: Budgeting, Consumer Education, Curriculum Guides, High School Students
