Explores the use of Web virtual science museums in the classroom. Discusses the educational advantages of using virtual museums for both students and teacher. Qualitative research shows that virtual museum visits can have comparable educational value to actual science-museum field trips. Lists and examines sites which support classroom…

Observes that the use of information technology in university geography instruction in the United Kingdom has gradually increased over the past two decades. Argues that experimentation with educational technology has been marginal but is becoming more mainstream due to the availability of funding under the Teaching and Learning Technology Program.…

Examines the use of computers, the Internet, and the World Wide Web by African-American, Hispanic, Asian-American and Native-American college students. Also explores students' perceptions of cyberspace technology. Uses focus groups and questionnaire methods for study. (MMU)

Surveys the Getty Center for Education in the Arts' ArtsEdNet, as it was introduced in late 1995 and early 1996, for what was successful about it and for what it lacked. Discusses uses of the Web site for professional development and instruction. Reviews major changes to ArtsEdNet as of February 1997. (DSK)

Discusses challenges to using the Internet in teaching and tests various approaches to integrating student Internet research into a civics class. Discusses criteria for using the Internet, training students to use it, and Web-site selection. Invites readers to draw their own conclusions about the utility of Internet research. (DSK)

Presents a lesson plan to help students explore the rights of free expression and privacy, copyright laws, and forms of Internet communication; asks students to evaluate possible uses of the Internet based on these explorations. Includes a background statement, list of objectives, outline of procedures, and a student handout. (DSK)

Describes a partnership approach to developing and implementing a program in management education for the advanced technology sector. The model addresses the business' perceived need for university accreditation, and makes use of the university's infrastructures for research, course delivery, and support. (MSE)

Rates the importance of planning topics, as identified by technology personnel at Texas community colleges, related to the information superhighway (ISH). Finds, through a Delphi study, that significant issues that should be considered in strategic technology planning include training, cost, planning, security/legal, uses and innovations,…

Examines the use of new technology in foreign-language classrooms, specifically language labs equipped with interactive computers, interactive software packages, CD-ROMS, e-mail, and the Internet. States that faculty members are creating language multimedia packages that engage students in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Suggests ways…

Argues that a carefully designed and skillfully moderated asynchronous Internet classroom environment can help minimize problems related to gender in traditional classrooms. Discusses class "climate" and class discussion in the traditional classroom and in the online classroom. Notes research related to gender and the online classroom. Outlines…

Discusses adult learners, lifelong learning, and methods for teaching the use of technology based on experiences with graduate students at Duquesne University. Examines computer hardware, computing expertise, and access to the Internet and e-mail; and considers the debate over concentrating elements of technology-based instruction into one course…

Discusses the future of computer-based distance higher education based on the results of two research studies of faculty and students participating in computer-based distance-education courses. Highlights include the new generation of learners, including Internet users and adult learners; educational processes that are global and competitive; and…

Lists Web sites maintained by 38 different Native American nations that deal with topics ranging from tribal history, news, arts and crafts, tourism, entertainment, and commerce. Represented nations include Apache, Blackfeet, Creek, Iroquois, Mohegan, and Sioux. (CMK)

Although schools are planning and implementing local area networks and Internet access, acquiring and maintaining technology can be exceptionally costly. Administrators must decide between pedagogical need versus a political, reactive "keeping up with the Joneses" mentality valuing high student-to-computer ratios. Schools need more…

A school librarian presents a plan for teaching Internet skills to all students. The lesson, taught to eighth-grade students, involved three class sessions, two homework assignments, and one written project. Goals and procedures are outlined for the two assignments described. (AEF)