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Boss, Richard W. – 1991
This digest describes and defines the various components of an expert system, e.g., a computerized tool designed to enhance the quality and availability of knowledge required by decision makers. It is noted that expert systems differ from conventional applications software in the following areas: (1) the existence of the expert systems shell, or…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer System Design, Databases, Expert Systems
Neuhauser, Charlotte – Educational Technology, 1975
Descriptors: Competency Based Teacher Education, Educational Administration, Educational Innovation, Educational Technology
Heuvel, John W. – 1985
This paper introduces the essential concepts underlying management information systems (MIS) from the managerial perspective, then outlines a form of MIS design and implementation that may be attainable in a Caribbean educational setting. The growing importance of information and the increasing need to amass thorough information for decision…
Descriptors: Administrators, Databases, Developing Nations, Educational Administration
Weldon, Kent; Makowski, David J. – 1976
Information is provided on the data sources and tools used in-house at the National Center for Higher Education Management Systems (NCHEMS). The objective of the guide is to serve as a central resource for the various data management and analysis activities of NCHEMS. Summaries are provided of NCHEMS information and analytic resources including…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Software, Databases, Higher Education
Seivert, Dick; Thomas, Frank B. – 1983
Two functions necessary for managing a computer center (organizing and controlling) are discussed with a focus on a nomenclature that was found to be useful for identifying parts of a system and was compatible with the definitions of most operational systems. For example, it is necessary to identify files, reports, and programs used in daily…
Descriptors: College Administration, Computer Oriented Programs, Documentation, Higher Education
Davis, Bill – Reports to Decision Makers, 1985
The paper examines the use in special education of computerized data management systems (CDMS). CDMS are electronic report generators and databases that provide individualized records (Individual Education Plans or IEP) in a structured format. Examples of software functions and hardware required are cited. Three major sources of software for IEP…
Descriptors: Computer Managed Instruction, Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Individualized Education Programs
Jackson, Coleen O'Rourke – 1983
A pilot project evaluated the use of a microcomputer database system to maintain hearing screening, evaluation, and followup records in a school for physically, emotionally, or educationally handicapped children (6 months-18 years). Using a universal database management system for a microcomputer, a program was designed which would allow for easy…
Descriptors: Auditory Tests, Computer Software, Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education
Van Meter, Eddy J. – Educational Technology, 1974
Descriptors: Community Schools, Educational Change, Educational Development, Educational Innovation
Vroman, H. William; Watson, Hugh J. – Educational Technology, 1974
Article discusses hierarchy and its implications for designing effective management information systems for educational organizations. (Author)
Descriptors: Administrative Organization, Educational Innovation, Educational Policy, Information Systems
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O'Neal, A. Fred – 1977
This paper first notes the evolution of instructional development which has led to a need for the specification and development of computer aids to ISD activities, then notes several current efforts to meet this need, and finally describes the development of an Authoring Management System (AMS) designed to help manage the development phase of ISD.…
Descriptors: Authors, Computer Programs, Coordination, Data Processing
Adamson, Willie D. – 1981
This four-chapter report explores the possible contributions of a systems approach to institutional planning. After introductory comments, Chapter I reviews the management theory of Henry Fayol, which emphasizes management tasks, such as planning, organizing, commanding, coordinating, and controlling, which are "universal" regardless of the level…
Descriptors: Educational Administration, Educational Planning, Management Information Systems, Organizational Objectives
Ohio State Univ., Columbus. Center for Vocational Education. – 1977
This catalog contains an overview and a table of contents (where applicable) for each of five documents designed for use with MISVE--Management Information System for Vocational Education. (MISVE was designed to provide users with an advanced management information system (MIS) capability that could effectively respond to current information needs…
Descriptors: Administrative Agencies, Catalogs, Computer Oriented Programs, Management Information Systems
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Ohio State Univ., Columbus. Center for Vocational Education. – 1977
One of six documents describing the Management Information System for Vocational Education (MISVE), this document is designed as a reference manual for MISVE data input clerks and technical support personnel. (MISVE was designed to provide users with an advanced management information system (MIS) capability that could effectively respond to…
Descriptors: Computer Oriented Programs, Data Processing, Guidelines, Input Output
Evans, Glyn T.; And Others – 1978
The major accomplishments in the development of a management system for academic library collection development were (1) the development of translation tables which express HEGIS (Higher Education General Information Survey) taxonomy terms as sets of LC (Library of Congress) class numbers; (2) the use of these tables to compare library…
Descriptors: Academic Libraries, Classification, Data, Data Processing
Caldwell, Phyllis A. – 1977
In this paper, the author's primary focus is on a marketing information system and its potential importance for adult educators. The content is in seven sections. The first two sections briefly introduce information systems in general and their relevance for adult educators. The third section briefly describes general management information…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Information Needs, Information Processing, Information Systems
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