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| TechTrends | 7 |
Author
| Descy, Don E. | 2 |
| Hill, Judy A. | 1 |
| Knebel, Elisa | 1 |
| Kolodner, Jennifer | 1 |
| Mardis, Marcia A. | 1 |
| Misic, Mark M. | 1 |
| Murray, Janet | 1 |
| Talab, Rosemary | 1 |
Publication Type
| Journal Articles | 7 |
| Reports - Descriptive | 7 |
| Guides - Classroom - Learner | 1 |
| Opinion Papers | 1 |
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Peer reviewedDescy, Don E. – TechTrends, 1995
Describes how to make a home page for the World Wide Web using HTML (HyperText Markup Language) and a browser. Punctuation and tags are explained; an online address for useful information on Web browsers, HTML editors, graphics, and other help is given; and addresses for various Internet sites are included. (LRW)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Hypermedia, Information Sources, Online Systems
Peer reviewedTalab, Rosemary – TechTrends, 1994
Discussion of copyright issues with multimedia materials focuses on elementary and secondary education multimedia uses. Fair use questions are considered; audiovisual clearinghouses are discussed; and sources of uncopyrighted images and music and information on copyright regulations are included. (24 references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Copyrights, Elementary Secondary Education, Fair Use (Copyrights)
Peer reviewedDescy, Don E. – TechTrends, 1994
Describes the World-Wide Web (WWW), a network information resource based on hypertext. How to access WWW browsers through remote login (telnet) or though free browser software, such as Mosaic, is provided. Eight information sources that can be accessed through the WWW are listed. The address of a listserv reporting on Internet developments is…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Computer Networks, Computer Software, Hypermedia
Peer reviewedMardis, Marcia A. – TechTrends, 2002
Discussion of searching for information on the Web focuses on resources that are not always found by traditional Web searches. Describes sources on the hidden Web, including full-text databases, clearinghouses, digital libraries, and learning objects; explains how search engines operate; and suggests that traditional print sources are still…
Descriptors: Clearinghouses, Electronic Libraries, Full Text Databases, Information Retrieval
Peer reviewedHill, Judy A.; Misic, Mark M. – TechTrends, 1996
Provides the rationale for establishing a connection to the Internet. Describes Internet services, including e-mail, telnet, file transfer protocol (FTP), USENET, gopher, Archie, and World Wide Web. Identifies reasons why the Internet is a valuable tool. Outlines steps for establishing a connection and discusses the future of the Internet. A…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Electronic Mail, Elementary Secondary Education, File Transfer Protocol
Peer reviewedKnebel, Elisa; Kolodner, Jennifer – TechTrends, 2001
The need to isolated health providers with critical knowledge in tuberculosis (TB) case management prompted the development of "Tuberculosis Case Management" CD-ROM. Features include "Learning Center,""Examination Room," and "Library." The combination of audio, video, and graphics allows participants to…
Descriptors: Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Simulation, Computer Software Development
Peer reviewedMurray, Janet – TechTrends, 2003
Describes the use of Big6 strategies in guiding student research projects as part of a cooperative program between teachers and the school librarian. Topics include information seeking strategies; evaluating information sources; locating information using search engines; analyzing information sources; and achieving information literacy and…
Descriptors: Educational Technology, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Methods, Information Literacy
