Discusses the need to expand spatial analysis based on Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and display methods to encompass group decision-making processes. Descriptions of enhancements and additions to software that will enable GIS technology to be used by groups are included. Issues highlighted include implementation and design. (54 references)…

Provides directions for conducting a workshop providing technical training in a large organization that links job performances to work processes. Organizational levels of performance are discussed; relationship maps and process maps are explained; and an example of a workshop for a software maintenance environment is presented. (two references)…

Discusses the use of spell checking and grammar checking software by high school journalists. Argues that, though they are useful, they are far from foolproof and are used best by students who have been taught the basics of spelling, editing, and grammatical writing. (SR)

Discussion of knowledge constructionism focuses on LEGO TC logo, a program that permits control of LEGO toys by means of a computer. A project for 9- and 10-year-old students that uses LEGO TC logo to develop concepts related to automatic control systems is explained. (three references) (LRW)

Arguing that mathematics is a form of communication that students need help in understanding, this article describes a set of seven simple interactive LogoWriter tools that can be used to help children explore the language of multiplication. Examples of the use of graphics in responding to children's commands are provided and several exercises are…

Discussion of the relationship between the academic computing community and the practitioner community focuses on the possible separation of software engineering as a distinct discipline from computer science. Relationships between the content of software engineering and the content of computing are examined, and implications for computer science…

Reviews computer networks and online services designed especially for teachers, as well as networks broadly targeted for business, home, and education. Presents a resources directory of networks to assist persons with disabilities. (SR)

Offers principles for purchasing a new personal computer, and discusses matching principles with needs. (SR)

Suggests that critical thinking and higher level thinking, involving such abilities as analysis, reasoning, decision making, problem solving, and evaluation, occur as a function of reanalyzing and restructuring information. Presents software for students and teachers to handle such knowledge restructuring, particularly as it is presented in…

Suggests that business communication instructors cannot and must not avoid teaching students the importance of computers. Urges teachers to press their institutions to make available the computing facilities needed. (RS)

Suggests that business communication teachers not yield to the temptation to teach software in business communication courses. Suggests that, in such courses, the primary focus is on communication strategies and that teaching software packages eats up valuable time. (RS)

Argues that business communication teachers must keep abreast of technological advances and inform students of software packages that enhance effective communication. Suggests that the depth in which software is covered must be guided by overall course objectives and computer availability. (RS)

Computer-based integrated instructional systems (IISs), also called integrated learning systems, are becoming more prevalent in the classroom. Several critical factors influence IIS effectiveness, including coordination of the IIS with the school's curriculum, appropriate staff training, choice of system manager, principal and district support,…

The first of two articles on in-house CD-ROM publishing deals with estimating costs and selecting hardware. Topics include premastering systems, delivery systems, staffing requirements, organizational requirements, publishing partnerships, estimating costs, retrieval software costs, and media costs. A cost summary for complete CD-ROM application…

Discusses the need to reengineer performance development in light of new technologies, concepts, and tools. Topics addressed include current performance development strategies; new models; learning strategies versus training strategies; electronic performance support and software; and the role of the instructional developer. (LRW)