Examines the role computer knowledge may play in the accomplishment of short-term advertising course educational outcomes, as well as the long-term goal of improving advertising education. Finds that prior computer knowledge makes little contribution to a student's performance in any advertising course. (SR)

In addition to basic motor and perceptual skills, Internet users need mental models of how the system works and how it functions as a social environment. Even experienced Internet users need continuous learning, which is often obtained informally within the context of work groups. (SK)

"Play" with computer applications is form of self-directed, experiential learning. This learning results in improved mental models of applications; application use for work tasks further refines the models. Application play may benefit organizations that invest considerable resources in technology training. (SK)

Describes a structured method for writing and formatting lessons on using computers. Steps include applying the whole-part-whole model, selecting illustrations, and using clear, accurate instructions. (JOW)

Responses from 84% of 245 vocational-technical teachers in Dade County, Florida, revealed that 25% experienced computer anxiety. The relationship between anxiety and teaching area or demographic variables was not significant. Computer-related experience had a significant influence on anxiety. (SK)

A database of nursing informatics competencies was modified and validated by a panel of experts and sorted by skill levels: beginner, experienced, specialist, and innovator. The competencies encompass computer-related skills as well as knowledge and attitudes needed by nurses. (Contains 30 references.) (SK)

The explosion of special-purpose computing devices--Internet appliances, handheld computers, wireless Internet, networked household appliances--challenges business educators attempting to provide computer literacy education. At a minimum, they should address connectivity, expanded applications, and social and public policy implications of these…

Librarian's jobs are increasingly involved in high tech equipment and cyberspace resources because most of them have had to learn about technology. Guidelines are provided for horning one's basic skills and computer knowledge. These skills can then be used to help students and teachers in taking the school technology program forward in the future.

The purpose of this study was to find out if students were utilizing Web 2.0 applications. Since the applications in question are often employed by the media industry, the study aspired to find out if students majoring in mass communication and journalism utilized the applications more often than other students. The "digital divide" is a term used…

Online education has grown substantially over the years because of the flexibility it has given the student in acquiring an education. For many, higher education is now a reality instead of just a dream. With this educational format, traditional and non-traditional students are taking classes to obtain a degree or pursue lifelong learning.…

Globalization, networked societies, and a knowledge-based economy engender increasing reliance on digital communication technologies for the dissemination of information and ideas (Castells, Fernandez-Ardevol, Qiu & Sey, 2006). While the technological revolution has broadened access this digital domain, participants often adopt the passive…

This paper addresses the practice of professional development within the Vocational Education and Training (VET) arena. The study object was to gain the perceptions held by a selected group of VET educators in the tourism and hospitality sector of the professional teaching/training competencies required for effective practice. The study was…

This study investigated the efficacy of case development as an instrument for teacher learning in technology integration. In particular, the study investigated whether case development can help teachers (a) develop the ability to integrate technology with content and pedagogy, and (b) cultivate skills required to reflect on their own teaching with…

The paper describes the integration of web resources and technology as instructional and learning tools in oral history projects. The computer-mediated oral history project centred around interviews with community elders combined with new technologies to engage students in authentic historical inquiry. The study examined learners' affective…

Attitude, experience and competence (broadly covered by the European Computer Driving Licence syllabus) in information technology (IT) were assessed in 846 1st-year Medical Sciences Division undergraduates (2003-06) at the start of their first term. Online assessments delivered during induction workshops were presented as an opportunity for…