Browsing by Subject: Schools
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Cyber Charter Schools: Evolution, Issues, and Opportunities in Funding and Localized Oversight
Kathleen Ellis
Educational Horizons Vol. 86, No. 3 (2008) pp. 142–152
Cyber schools, also known as virtual schools, are noteworthy charter school developments that provide viable options for education. Charter schools in general and cyber charter schools in... More
pp. 142-152
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Instructional Technologies in Schools: Are We There Yet?
Jerry Willis
Computers in the Schools Vol. 20, No. 1 (Aug 04, 2003) pp. 11–33
Some predictions made by the author 20 years ago, in the first issue of Computers in the Schools, are revisited. The author explains how he didn't see some trends that developed and how he... More
pp. 11-33
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Successful Technology Integration: Critical Themes and Practical Illustrations
Charisse Cowan, Demetria Ennis-Cole & Johnetta Hudson
Teacher Education and Practice Vol. 17, No. 1 (2004) pp. 14–28
In 1990, classroom technologies like the Internet, distance learning environments, and wireless networks were emerging. During that time, the National Center for Effective Schools published a... More
pp. 14-28
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Effects of an Online Instructional Application on Reading and Mathematics Standardized Test Scores
Trey Martindale, Carolyn Pearson, L K. Curda & Janet Pilcher
Journal of Research on Technology in Education Vol. 37, No. 4 (2005) pp. 349–360
Standardized tests have become commonly used tools for accountability in public education in the United States. In Florida, the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) is used to measure... More
pp. 349-360
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School Communication in the Age of Google
Kitty Porterfield & Meg Carnes
Journal of School Public Relations Vol. 33, No. 2 (2012) pp. 115–130
The debate about social media in schools--about should we or should we not--is already over. Social media is here to stay. The only relevant question now is how long it will take school leaders to ... More
pp. 115-130
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Concept-Guided Development of ICT Use in "Traditional" and "Innovative" Primary Schools: What Types of ICT Use Do Schools Develop?
S de Koster, E Kuiper & M Volman
Journal of Computer Assisted Learning Vol. 28, No. 5 (October 2012) pp. 454–464
The fit between existing educational practices and promoted classroom use of information and communication technologies is increasingly recognized as a factor in successful integration of such... More
pp. 454-464
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Education for Profit
David L. Kirp
Public Interest Vol. 152 (2003) pp. 100–12
Describes for-profit U.S. schools, focusing on the University of Phoenix, Arizona, and DeVry University, the largest for-profit schools in the country. Notes that these schools are in fierce... More
pp. 100-12
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Online Learning in Schools: Some Lessons from Pole-Vaulting
Cher Ping Lim
International Journal of Educational Technology Vol. 3, No. 1 (2002)
Explores successful integration of online learning in schools by drawing a parallel between the introduction of Internet technologies and the introduction of a new vaulting pole to pole-vaulting.... More
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Incorporating ICT into K-12 Schools: China's Perspective in the Global Backgrounds
Jianwei Zhang
TechTrends: Linking Research and Practice to Improve Learning Vol. 46, No. 4 (2001) pp. 49–57
Provides an overview of the development of ICT (information and communication technology) in Chinese schools. Topics include hardware; infrastructures; educational resources; teacher training and... More
pp. 49-57
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Creating Renaissance Employees in an Era of Convergence between Information Technology and Business Strategy: A Proposal for Business Schools
Richard Celsi & Mary Wolfinbarger
Journal of Education for Business Vol. 76, No. 6 (2001) pp. 308–12
The electronic commerce environment requires cross-functional managers who understand both information technology (IT) and business strategy. Disciplinary boundaries restrict the flexibility of... More
pp. 308-12
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The Future of Library Automation in Schools
Elaine Anderson
School Libraries in Canada Vol. 20, No. 1 (2000) pp. 9–10
Addresses the future of library automation programs for schools. Discusses requirements of emerging OPACs and circulation systems; the Schools Interoperability Framework (SIF), an industry... More
pp. 9-10
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Data Lends Schools a Helping Hand
Bernajean Porter
T.H.E. Journal Vol. 26, No. 9 (1999)
Discusses technology-planning processes in schools and presents two case studies of districts who used data findings to support steps for technology implementation. Highlights include planning... More
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The Missing Link: The Technology Infrastructure
Lynne A. Weikart & Maryann Marrapodi
Computers in the Schools Vol. 15, No. 2 (1999) pp. 49–60
Focuses on the strategies and forces that facilitated or constrained one large urban school system's efforts to acquire all necessary elements of the technology infrastructure to achieve their... More
pp. 49-60
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Technology Planning and Implementation in Public Schools: A Five-State Comparison
Thomas A. Brush
Computers in the Schools Vol. 15, No. 2 (1999) pp. 11–23
Examines the differences in technology planning and implementation among schools in the southeastern United States. Analysis of survey data was conducted in three areas: comparison of technology... More
pp. 11-23
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Smaller Schools: An Ambience for Learning
Norman Sommers
American Secondary Education Vol. 26, No. 2 (1997) pp. 9–14
Legislators, politicians, and business leaders should heed research demonstrating the effectiveness of smaller schools, which often have an enhanced learning ambience. Opportunities to participate ... More
pp. 9-14
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Open Learning in Primary and Secondary Schools--Towards the School of Tomorrow in the Information Society
Mette Ringsted
Educational Media International Vol. 35, No. 4 (1998) pp. 278–81
Examines the implications of information technology and networking for schools in the future. Highlights include qualitative and quantitative challenges; demographic changes; lifelong learning;... More
pp. 278-81
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A Tale of Two Schools
Raymond P. Farley
Educational Leadership Vol. 56, No. 5 (1999) pp. 39–42
A consortium comprised of a technologically advanced suburban high school, a struggling urban high school, and a resourceful private college has helped the two high schools publish an online... More
pp. 39-42
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All About the E-Rate
Mickey Ravenaugh
Educational Leadership Vol. 56, No. 5 (1999) pp. 36–38
The Universal Service Fund for Schools and Libraries, or "E-Rate," is a cooperative business/government program allowing needy public schools and libraries a 20 to 90% discount on new... More
pp. 36-38
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Internet Implementation in Brazilian K-12 Schools
Luiz Antonio Joia
Internet Research Vol. 7, No. 4 (1997) pp. 301–4
Presents a framework for implementing the Internet in Brazilian elementary and secondary schools. Topics include schools as assembly lines in the information society; pedagogical uses of the... More
pp. 301-4
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The Second Spring: Media Literacy in Canada's Schools
John Pungente
School Libraries in Canada Vol. 17, No. 2 (1997) pp. 9–12
Discusses media literacy in Canada's schools according to the country's provinces and territories. Outlines nine factors crucial to the successful development of media literacy in secondary schools... More
pp. 9-12