Describes distance technologies being used now, such as video networks, audiographic systems, the Internet and other computer networks, and interactive television. Suggests future needs: an increase in the level of interaction and more online support services. (SK)

Description of projects available through the Internet that are making English-language electronic texts available focuses on Project Gutenberg. Other projects discussed include Project Bartleby; Alex, a catalog of electronic texts; Banned Books Online; Human Languages Page; The Childrens' Literature Web Guide; and a directory of digital…

Considers ethical questions related to the copying and use of information from World Wide Web sites, especially graphics. Copyright violation, control of distribution, commercial online users, problems of perception, asking permission, and standards of ethical behavior are discussed. (LRW)

Describes the Living Library, an idea to create a network of international cultural parks in different cities of the world using new communications technologies on-line in a garden setting, bringing the humanities, sciences, and social sciences to life through plants, visual and performed artworks, lectures, and computer and on-line satellite…

Summarizes the results of a survey that searched for availability of Internet sites that supply state government information, reviews located sites, and discusses the shift of state government information from being located at a number of sites to one Internet site. A map displays states that have adopted a single Internet address for state…

Describes KIDSPHERE, an Internet-based mailing list that was created to further the development of school computer networks. Its role in building a community of educators on the Internet and in furthering the goals of educational reform is discussed; other topics include the value it provides, distribution, and funding. (Author/LRW)

Describes how a specific online program, the Online Writing Laboratory (OWL) of Purdue University, aids the teaching of writing. (SR)

Uses an analogy based on the neural networks of the mind to describe organizational communications channels and considers how the various structures within organizations can affect the learning process. The impact of neural organizations on the delivery of education and training is discussed, and examples from the Open University are given. (two…

The participation of the hippocampus in classical conditioning is described in terms of a multilayer network portraying stimulus configuration. A model of hippocampal function is presented, and computer simulations are used to study neural activity in the various brain areas mapped according to the model. (SLD)

South Carolina high school teacher became newly inspired when asked to implement Teacher Cadet Program to help bright seniors consider teaching profession. She took four steps to professionalism by developing a strong commitment to the profession, gaining a sense of group power and purpose, recognizing the need for continued growth and learning,…

Explores the open information interchange (OII) initiative to promote the use of standards in the exchange of information in electronic form. Activities in the European Community, including the IMPACT (Information Market Policy Actions) programs, are described; the information economy and the information market are considered; and information…

Examines communication technologies in the workplace, provides a brief overview of current research, and offers questions for further exploration. Offers a personal perspective based on the author's experiences as a product manager for NCR Corporation and as a computer industry consultant. Includes discussions on voice mail, fax, hypermedia, and…

Discusses the differences between computer-mediated communication (CMC) and print or oral communication. Describes advantages and problems of using electronic mail in a business context. Recommends research and teaching of CMC in the business writing classroom. (MM)

Describes the sharing of authority that occurred during a collaboratively taught course for basic writing students, supported by real-time computer exchanges. Discusses the computer classroom, curriculum, assignments, collaborative teaching, and student responses to the course. (SR)

Reviews recent events and reports on the development of a telecommunications infrastructure for education. Argues that educators must learn about the potential uses of technology and participate in the debate about policy. (SK)