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Schuster, Ellen; Zimmerman, Lynda – Journal of Extension, 2014
Mobile technology has transformed the way consumers access and use information. The exponential growth of mobile apps makes finding suitable, easy-to-use nutrition and health-related apps challenging. A guide for consumers helps them ask important questions before downloading apps. The guide can be adapted for other Extension disciplines.
Descriptors: Telecommunications, Handheld Devices, Computer Oriented Programs, Extension Education
Bennett, Steve – 1998
On the premise that it is the parents' responsibility to ensure that computer technology enriches their children's lives rather than displaces traditional pursuits, this book provides advice to families regarding computer use at home. The book is designed to help parents set realistic expectations for the role of computers in their children's…
Descriptors: Child Safety, Children, Computer Selection, Computer Software Selection
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Haugland, Susan W. – Young Children, 2000
Discusses how to use computers to facilitate learning with young children in early care and education settings. Includes discussion of software selection, website selection, connections of software and websites to the curriculum, and computer selection. Lists strategies for facilitating equitable access, improving computer availability, and…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Computer Selection, Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education
Hopey, Christopher E.; And Others – 1995
Selecting hardware and software for adult literacy instruction is a complicated task requiring careful attention to the integration of various computer models, software packages, and instructional objectives. Decisions surrounding the acquisition and maintenance of technology are further complicated by limited funding, expertise, information, and…
Descriptors: Adult Basic Education, Adult Literacy, Citations (References), Computer Selection
Jacso, Peter – School Library Journal, 1997
Examines the primary considerations in choosing a computer for Web access in a school setting: (1) Internet connection; (2) operating system; (3) processor and memory; (4) video subsystem; (5) audio; and (6) hard disk. Suggests having both a budget and a high-end personal computer. (AEF)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Selection, Computer System Design, Educational Technology
Hohmann, Charles – 1990
Based on the assumption that young children can benefit from a careful, developmentally appropriate introduction to computers, this guide for early childhood teachers and parents is designed to help children aged 3 to 6 years have enjoyable, educational, confidence-building experiences working with computers. Chapter 1 discusses recent…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Cognitive Development, Computer Literacy, Computer Selection
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Chattin-McNichols, John – Montessori Life, 1996
Provides answers to the questions Montessori teachers most often ask about the integration of computers into the curricula and classrooms. Gives hardware set-up suggestions, and software recommendations for different age levels, and suggested uses. (ET)
Descriptors: Computer Selection, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Early Childhood Education
Sorensen, Richard J. – 1996
This guide provides the layperson with a concise overview of factors to consider when making plans to outfit elementary and secondary schools with technology inexpensively. The guide draws on the knowledge of consultants, architects, electronics engineers, and the experiences of educators who have been involved in the process of designing schools…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Peripherals, Computer Selection, Computer System Design
Ward, Anne W., Ed. – 1994
Designed for education leaders who seek to apply multimedia technology in schools, this guide addresses not only hardware and software matters, but also a wide range of related issues that schools face. Various facets of the topic are addressed in 12 papers presented under 8 broad headings: (1) Multimedia Technology (Racquel Skolnik and R. G.…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programming), Case Studies, Computer Selection, Copyrights
Resmer, Mark; And Others – 1995
This report proposes a strategy of putting networked computing devices into the hands of all students at institutions of higher education. It outlines the rationale for such a strategy, the options for financing, the required institutional support structure needed, and various implementation approaches. The report concludes that the resultant…
Descriptors: Access to Computers, Computer Literacy, Computer Mediated Communication, Computer Selection
Race, Phil; McDowell, Steve – 1996
This how-to manual is intended to ease the transition to the information technology age even for those teachers who have no previous knowledge or experience with computers. Written in a concise, numbered paragraph format, the text uses simple nontechnical language. The first chapter titled, "Getting Started with Computers," covers choosing and…
Descriptors: Computer Anxiety, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Computer Peripherals
Hughes, Jonathon T.; Rodabaugh, Karl – 1998
This book provides an overview of the potential of multimedia budget proposals. The text reviews the fundamentals of multimedia, emphasizing how it improves communication by using multiple levels of input. A process for analyzing many of the budget decisions that must be made, as adapted from Robert Finney's five-step process of "Gap…
Descriptors: Budgeting, Computer Software, Computer Software Selection, Educational Technology
Love, Arlene; Sikorski, Pat – 2000
The importance of the prepared environment to the Montessori educational philosophy necessitates careful teacher training to successfully implement computer technology in the Montessori classroom. This paper explores the views and experiences of 11 Montessori teachers in integrating computers in their classroom. The paper maintains that Maria…
Descriptors: Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Elementary Education
Daly, Kevin F. – Computing Teacher, 1994
Discusses three phases in implementing a master plan for a school-based local area network (LAN): (1) network software selection; (2) hardware selection, network topology, and site preparation; and (3) implementation time table. Sample planning and specification worksheets and a list of planning guides are included. (Contains six references.) (KRN)
Descriptors: Computer Peripherals, Computer Software Selection, Computer System Design, Educational Technology
Neugebauer, Roger – Child Care Information Exchange, 1995
Examines nine important questions that can help directors of child-care centers in selecting software to assist them with administrative tasks. These questions were developed based on the insights offered by an exchange panel of 200 members currently using center management software. Includes a listing of 24 center management software packages on…
Descriptors: Administrator Guides, Computer Software, Computer Software Selection, Computer Uses in Education
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