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Christine M. White; Stephanie A. Estrera; Christopher Schatschneider; Sara A. Hart – Grantee Submission, 2024
Researchers in the education sciences, like those in other disciplines, are increasingly encountering requirements and incentives to make the data supporting empirical research available to others. However, the process of preparing and sharing research data can be daunting. The present article aims to support researchers who are beginning to think…
Descriptors: Data, Educational Research, Information Dissemination, Incentives
Ryan Schwarz; H. Cigdem Bulut; Charles Anifowose – International Journal of Assessment Tools in Education, 2023
The increasing volume of large-scale assessment data poses a challenge for testing organizations to manage data and conduct psychometric analysis efficiently. Traditional psychometric software presents barriers, such as a lack of functionality for managing data and conducting various standard psychometric analyses efficiently. These challenges…
Descriptors: Educational Assessment, International Assessment, Psychometrics, Statistical Analysis
Joakim Landahl – Learning, Media and Technology, 2024
This article explores the history of digital testing technology. Using an organisation that pioneered the use of international large-scale assessments -- the International Association for the Evaluation of Educational Achievement (IEA) -- I discuss the role of computers, punched cards, answer cards and scanning machines as an example of…
Descriptors: Educational History, Measurement, Testing, Computer Assisted Testing
VanLengen, Craig Alan – Information Systems Education Journal, 2010
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently announced a proposal that will require all public companies to report their financial data in Extensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL). XBRL is an extension of Extensible Markup Language (XML). Moving to a standard reporting format makes it easier for organizations to report the…
Descriptors: Programming Languages, Information Dissemination, Data, Accounting

And Others; Fialkowski, Konrad R. – Information Processing and Management, 1981
Describes the principles and methodology of Warsaw Clearinghouse activity and its specialized bibliographic service for collecting, processing, and disseminating information on thesauri and related topics. An information retrieval system TEKLA, designed to improve clearinghouse service, is discussed. (Author/BK)
Descriptors: Citations (References), Clearinghouses, Data Processing, Databases

Marvin, Carolyn – Journal of Communication, 1978
Examines the workings of the existing system of computer data bases for technical and scientific information in the United States and raises questions about developing a public national information network. (JMF)
Descriptors: Computers, Data Processing, Databases, Information Dissemination

Kadec, Sarah T. – Government Information Quarterly, 1989
Provides an overview of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and its publication distribution programs. Topics discussed include information collection, vehicles for dissemination, the application of information technologies, and primary users. The relationship of the EPA to the Government Printing Office (GPO) and the National Technical…
Descriptors: Data Collection, Data Processing, Federal Government, Government Publications
Cover, Nelson, Jr. – New Directions for Institutional Advancement, 1980
Despite the recent increased importance of other fund-raising devices, direct mail still remains an effective basic component of annual fund campaigns. Direct mail product, planning and designing direct mail, writing model letters, handling mail, direct mail effectiveness, and new annual fund are described. (Author/MLW)
Descriptors: Case Studies, Computers, Data Processing, Equipment Evaluation
Ardoin, Beth; Weems, William – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1993
The academic computing office at the University of Texas-Houston Health Science Center implemented a campuswide system for information dissemination. The system has since been tied into a worldwide system. The evolution of the system is described, including selection and adoption of procedures, staffing, and development of publishing tools. (MSE)
Descriptors: College Administration, Computer Software, Data Processing, Desktop Publishing
Henderson, Madeline M. – Bulletin of the American Society for Information Science, 1979
Outlines the technological evolution and the use of computers and telecommunications in information transactions and data storage. (CWM)
Descriptors: Computer Science, Data Processing, Essays, Information Dissemination
Penrod, James I.; Wasileski, John S. – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1980
The pressures of continued budgetary constraints will be felt at every level of the academic community and responses to these pressures will determine the complexion of private higher education. Responsive management is discussed in terms of information systems and communication. The structure and process of institution-wide planning are charted.…
Descriptors: College Administration, College Planning, Communications, Data Processing
Fawcett, Greg – CAUSE/EFFECT, 1979
In light of federal legislation requiring colleges and universities to provide accurate institutional information to the public, the first two stages of development of the Consumer's Institutional Information System at the University of Missouri-Columbia are described. (BH)
Descriptors: Computers, Consumer Protection, Data Processing, Federal Legislation

McLaughlin, Josetta S.; McLaughlin, Gerald W. – New Directions for Institutional Research, 1995
Concerns about published comparisons of colleges and universities are organized into a framework to guide further research. A systematic method for addressing specific issues about the guides is presented, and the environment in which the guides are used is examined. Research needed to assure that the guides make a valued contribution and are fair…
Descriptors: College Administration, College Choice, Comparative Analysis, Data Processing

Garcia, Robert; And Others – Government Information Quarterly, 1985
Seven articles by members of the Bureau of the Census discuss various aspects of the census process and uses of census figures. Areas which are discussed include the historical basis of the census; automation of the census process; access to census information and confidentiality; and census taking in developing nations. (CLB)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Automation, Census Figures, Confidentiality
Summers, Edward G.; And Others – B. C. Journal of Special Education, 1986
The article describes the production process and contents of a two-hour videotape illustrating microcomputer applications with severely physically disabled adults in a long-term residential hospital in British Columbia. Software, special adaptive technology, and a program to train physically disabled adults to work in the microcomputer industry…
Descriptors: Adults, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Case Studies, Computer Assisted Instruction