The purpose of this study was (a) to research the impact of electronic communication on the role of the principal and school leaders and (b) to investigate patterns of unanticipated consequences or phenomena that have developed within the organization along with the widespread use of electronic media. Twelve themes were identified and grouped into…

Educators should plug into cyberspace to receive high-quality information, make connections to other people's ideas, and get answers applying to their work and personal interests. The K-12 Admin Listserv responded to a survey the author posted saying that certain features discussed here (web browser, newsgroup, e-mail, listserv, and gopher) were…

Using computers only for word processing, drill-and-practice, and computer literacy wastes expensive technology. After allocating funds for computers, the Shawnee Mission (Kansas) School District established a study team to investigate district computer use and develop an integrated system. Success depended on planning, commitment, training,…