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Alberta Education, 2012
Education leaders are re-examining acceptable use policies in light of the increasing use of highly mobile information technologies. While acceptable use policies were developed to manage and control behaviour, a digital citizenship policy takes a more comprehensive approach by recognizing the important role of education in preparing digital…
Descriptors: Guides, Foreign Countries, Policy Formation, School Policy
Alberta Learning, Edmonton. Direction de l'education francaise. – 2001
The "Pratiques exemplaires en technologies de l'information et de la communication" series for francophone and immersion schools is an initiative of French Language Services Branch, in cooperation with the Stakeholder Technology Task Group of Alberta Learning. The series has a dual purpose: to provide information on aspects of…
Descriptors: Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education
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Woodrow, Janice E. J. – Journal of Computers in Mathematics and Science Teaching, 1989
Examines 92 Canadian secondary school teachers for their familiarity with categories of educational computer applications. Reports relationship of variables such as teacher age, gender, subject area specialization, and teaching experience as they related to knowledge and use of computers. Lists 16 references. (YP)
Descriptors: Computer Literacy, Computer Uses in Education, Computers, Foreign Countries
Alberta Dept. of Education, Edmonton. Curriculum Standards Branch. – 1998
The Illustrative Examples are a companion resource to Alberta Education's 1998 "Information and Communication Technology, Interim Program of Studies." Purposes of the examples are to: clarify the intent of the general and specific outcomes of the program of studies; suggest ways to integrate the general and specific outcomes with…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Guides, Educational Objectives
Frand, Jason L.; And Others – 1987
The changing nature of the business school computing environment is monitored in a report whose purpose is to provide deans and other policy-makers with information to use in making allocation decisions and program plans. This survey focuses on resource allocations of 249 accredited U.S. business schools and 15 Canadian schools. A total of 128…
Descriptors: Business Administration Education, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Managed Instruction, Computer Oriented Programs
Alberta Dept. of Education, Edmonton. Curriculum Standards Branch. – 1998
The Illustrative Examples are a companion resource to Alberta Education's 1998 "Information and Communication Technology, Interim Program of Studies." Purposes of the examples are to: clarify the intent of the general and specific outcomes of the program of studies; suggest ways to integrate the general and specific outcomes with…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Guides, Educational Objectives
Alberta Dept. of Education, Edmonton. Curriculum Standards Branch. – 1998
The Illustrative Examples are a companion resource to Alberta Education's 1998 "Information and Communication Technology, Interim Program of Studies." Purposes of the examples are to: clarify the intent of the general and specific outcomes of the program of studies; suggest ways to integrate the general and specific outcomes with…
Descriptors: Check Lists, Class Activities, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Guides
Harley, Dwight; Wendel, Terry – 1999
This study presents preliminary information about how Alberta school jurisdictions are currently providing technical support to schools and administrative offices. The focus of the study is on costs, planning and management practices, and key issues. Six "case study" jurisdictions were examined in depth, and a questionnaire was used to…
Descriptors: Access to Computers, Case Studies, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Administration
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Miller, Larry; Olson, John – Journal of Curriculum Studies, 1994
Examines the premise that experience with computers can fundamentally alter teaching. Contends that the promise of computers and other educational technology is overstated. Presents a case study and summaries of other studies that suggest a teacher's instructional philosophy is a more powerful determinant of computer effectiveness. (CFR)
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Change, Educational History
Adamyk, Linda; Dach, Edna – 1999
To successfully create a Web site, schools and jurisdictions must plan for the site's content, design and development and learn the principles of effective page design. This report contains technical advice on implementing and managing Web site development in schools. Following an introduction which discusses functions of jurisdiction and school…
Descriptors: Access to Computers, Computer System Design, Computer Uses in Education, Copyrights
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Millar, Diane – 1996
The pros and cons of integrated learning systems (ILS) and stand-alone software for adult literacy instruction were examined in a comparative analysis that focused on their use in adult literacy programs in Canada. The comparison focused on the following variables: achievement gains in reading; changes in students' attitudes toward computers;…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, Adult Programs, Adult Students
Alberta Dept. of Education, Edmonton. – 1999
This paper provides a snapshot of the computer network security industry and addresses specific issues related to network security in public education. The following topics are covered: (1) security policy, including reasons for establishing a policy, risk assessment, areas to consider, audit tools; (2) workstations, including physical security,…
Descriptors: Check Lists, Computer Networks, Computer Security, Computer Software
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Tyner, Kathleen – Arts Education Policy Review, 1994
Maintains that technology and school reform are two educational bandwagons that promise to improve education. Recommends the use of constructivist classroom environments to encourage student video productions and strengthen democratic institutions through an informed citizenry. (CFR)
Descriptors: Art Education, Art Teachers, Audiovisual Communications, Citizenship Education
Chronicle of Higher Education, 2005
"Chronicle of Higher Education" presents an abundant source of news and information for college and university faculty members and administrators. This February 25, 2005 issue of "Chronicle of Higher Education" includes the following articles: (1) "Sins of Admission" (Sumner, James); (2) "Admissions Today: 6…
Descriptors: Higher Education, College Admission, College Choice, Scores