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Barron, Ann E. – Reference Librarian, 1994
Discusses advantages of multimedia research reports, including critical thinking skills, student motivation, and cooperation and collaboration; describes possible components, including videodisc, compact disc, digital audio, graphics, and animation; explains the use of video report makers and hypermedia programs; and examines the role of the…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Software, Cooperative Learning
Friend, Linda – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1994
Describes the alternatives used by the Penn State University libraries to respond to the challenge of providing access to the many different kinds of databases. Approaches include development of a generic interface based on the Z39.50 protocol; staff support, including instruction, reliable documentation, and staff involvement; and better user…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Change Strategies, College Libraries, Computer Software Selection
Online-Offline, 1998
This theme issue on recreation includes annotated listings of Web sites, CD-ROMs, computer software, videos, books, magazines, and professional resources that deal with recreation for K-8 language arts, art/architecture, music/dance, science, math, social studies, and health/physical education. Sidebars discuss fun and games, recess recreation,…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Architecture, Art, Books
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Hunter, Leslie Gene – History Microcomputer Review, 1995
Discusses advancements in the field of history-related computer-assisted instruction and research. Describes the components of Historiography and Methods of Research, a class that introduces history students to such practical applications as the World Wide Web (WWW), File Transfer Protocol (FTP), listservs, archival access, and others. Briefly…
Descriptors: Archives, Computer Literacy, Computer Simulation, Computer Software
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Bigelow, Bill, Ed. – Social Studies and the Young Learner, 1996
Assesses the strengths and weaknesses of the interactive CD-ROM "The Oregon Trail." Maintains that, although the program offers a sympathetic portrayal of Native Americans, it is still rife with cultural bias. The simulation's structure accentuates the white male experience at the expense of others. (MJP)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Evaluation, Computer Uses in Education
Lankes, R. David – Proceedings of the ASIS Annual Meeting, 1998
Presents the Virtual Reference Desk project, its activities, and a proposed information system architecture to build a human intermediated network of expertise and experience. The project seeks to study, support, and improve current K-12 digital reference services, as well as to build a foundation for a national cooperative digital reference…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Networks, Computer Software Development, Computer System Design
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Fox, Edward A.; Urs, Shalini R. – Annual Review of Information Science and Technology (ARIST), 2002
Provides an overview of digital libraries research, practice, and literature. Highlights include new technologies; redefining roles; historical background; trends; creating digital content, including conversion; metadata; organizing digital resources; services; access; information retrieval; searching; natural language processing; visualization;…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software, Data Conversion
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Englert, Carol Sue; Manalo, Maragaret; Zhao, Yong – Journal of Special Education Technology, 2004
The purpose of this study was to examine how a Web-based software program impacted lower elementary students' composition of personal narratives when using a supported paragraph activity. The subjects in this experiment were first and second grade students in a multi-age classroom in a low socio-economic urban community. The participants were…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Scaffolding (Teaching Technique), Writing (Composition)
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Penuel, William R.; Yarnall, Louise – Journal of Technology, Learning, and Assessment, 2005
Since 2002, Project WHIRL (Wireless Handhelds In Reflection on Learning) has investigated potential uses of handheld computers in K-12 science classrooms using a teacher-involved process of software development and field trials. Te project is a three-year research and development grant from the National Science Foundation, and it is a partnership…
Descriptors: Research and Development, Elementary Secondary Education, Program Effectiveness, Teaching Methods
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Aduwa-Ogiegbaen, Samuel Ereyi; Iyamu, Ede Okhion Sunday – Educational Technology & Society, 2005
Though it has been rightly said that what is wrong with education cannot be fixed with technology; there is no doubt that modern life is dominated by technology. There is universal recognition of the need to use Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in education as we enter the era of globalization where the free flow of information via…
Descriptors: Textbooks, Global Approach, Educational Administration, Computer Software
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Brett, David – ReCALL, 2004
The acquisition of new vowel sounds is one of the most challenging tasks for the adult learner of a second language. It is also an aspect which requires a great deal of time and individual attention. Learners of English are particularly hampered by the irregular orthographic representation of vowel sounds. This paper reports on research in…
Descriptors: Vowels, Adult Students, Adult Education, Feedback (Response)
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Papasalouros, Andreas; Retalis, Symeon; Papaspyrou, Nikolaos – Educational Technology & Society, 2004
The role of conceptual modeling in Educational Adaptive Hypermedia Applications (EAHA) is especially important. A conceptual model of an educational application depicts the instructional solution that is implemented, containing information about concepts that must be ac-quired by learners, tasks in which learners must be involved and resources…
Descriptors: Intelligent Tutoring Systems, Models, Individualized Instruction, Educational Technology
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Guha, Smita – Information Technology in Childhood Education Annual, 2003
This study investigated elementary grade teachers' personal experience with instructional computing in classroom instruction and depicts the causes of comfort or discomfort among teachers in using computers at elementary grade teaching. The specific study involved ten elementary grade teachers from randomly selected schools in Western New York.…
Descriptors: Teacher Attitudes, Elementary School Teachers, Teaching Experience, Computer Uses in Education
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Glenn, Lowell M.; Jones, Christopher G.; Hoyt, Jeff E. – Journal of Interactive Learning Research, 2003
This analysis examined the contrasts between online and traditional delivery methods in terms of the impact on student learning and satisfaction for similar course material. It built on the work of other researchers who have asked these types of questions for individual courses and relatively small sample sizes. However, this analysis expanded the…
Descriptors: Undergraduate Students, Business Administration Education, Computer Science Education, Distance Education
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Minishi-Majanja, Mabel K.; Ocholla, Dennis N. – Education for Information, 2004
This study mapped and audited the types, nature and diffusion of ICTs in LIS education in sub-Saharan Africa. Questionnaires were sent to 51 LIS schools in 19 countries of sub-Saharan Africa, of which 29 (57%) were returned. Most LIS schools have a significant ICT content in their programs, and most ICT modules are highly rated as core/required…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Information Science Education, Research Tools, Audits (Verification)
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