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Common Challenges and Experiences of School Districts That Are Implementing One-to-One Computing Initiatives
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Topper, Andrew; Lancaster, Sean – Computers in the Schools, 2013
This article explores the implementation of various K-12 one-to-one computing initiatives to determine if patterns exist. These initiatives are funded in times of limited resources and constitute a serious investment in technology for the schools and districts adopting them. The goals of this study were to understand how and why one-to-one…
Descriptors: School Districts, Program Implementation, Barriers, Access to Computers
Evaluation of Teacher Perceptions and Potential of OpenOffice in a K-12 School District
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Vajda, James; Abbitt, Jason T. – Computers in the Schools, 2011
Through this mixed-method evaluation study the authors investigated a pilot implementation of an open-source productivity suite for teachers in a K-12 public school district. The authors evaluated OpenOffice version 3.0 using measures identified by the technology acceptance model as predictors of acceptance and use of technology systems. During a…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, School Districts, Educational Technology, Program Implementation
Organizing Computers for Reading Instruction.
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Wepner, Shelley B.; Kramer, Steven – Computers in the Schools, 1987
Presents four steps for integrating computer technology into a school district's reading and language arts curriculum for elementary and secondary schools: (1) needs assessment; (2) planning; (3) implementation; and (4) evaluation. Topics discussed include personnel, budget, facilities, government mandates, computer hardware selection, software…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Courseware, Curriculum Development, Educational Facilities