Considers problem library patrons in a virtual environment based on experiences at California Institute of Technology's Web site and its use for virtual reference. Discusses the virtual reference desk concept; global visibility and access to the World Wide Web; problematic email; and advantages in the electronic environment. (LRW)

Examines the attitudes of ten preservice teachers about social justice. Investigates the effect of participation in an undergraduate social foundations course. Explains that the students underwent ninety-minute audiotaped interviews and reveals that the course raises the students' consciousness. Presents the results of an interview with one…

Designed to assist students with hearing impairments and educators, this article presents information about using the Internet. It describes electronic mail and listservs and provides the addresses of listservs relating to individuals with deafness or those hard of hearing. The World Wide Web is explained and addresses of key-pal web sites are…

This study identified factors that best predicted the amount and perceived benefits of network use based on TENET (Texas Education Network) use. A 70-item electronic mail survey measured five categories of variables, and findings suggest that network facilitators should try to increase interactions among potential and current network users.…

Conducted a 6-week course in Web Content Development presented by the University of Pretoria, South Africa. Presented as six Saturday morning workshops, the class was supported by an electronic mailing list and a Web site. Responses of participants (n=25) were generally favorable, and lessons were derived for additional courses. (SLD)

Investigates student learning in a mathematics enrichment program offered via the Internet. Describes a course aimed at fostering students' capabilities to work like a mathematician. Examines students' correspondence and work for evidence of how students were working mathematically. Explains how to design both face-to-face and on-line teaching to…

Presents data from a qualitative case study examining secondary English-as-a-Second-Language students' attitudes toward and perceptions of a collaborative email exchanges between a Form 4 (10th grade) English-as-a-Second-Language class in Hong Kong and an 11th grade English class in Iowa. (Author/VWL)

Reflects on changes that information technology has made in higher education, particularly in the relationship between faculty members and students. Highlights include easier communication, via email; the lack of personal communication once interactions are more task-oriented; and possible ways to improve the quality of faculty-student…

This article identifies resources needed in order for physical education, recreation, and dance professionals to use computer-based telecommunications; discusses electronic mail; and explains how telecommunications can enhance communication in the field, both within and across professions. (IAH)

Describes how online bulletin boards and information services can assist students in obtaining expert information and ideas. Reports that the rapidity of these online responses to queries provides an additional incentive for students. (MM)

A study to test whether or not a computer network can be used to ease the isolation of housebound AIDS patients and help them get advice and make decisions about their health care is described. The research is supported by the National Institutes of Health. (MLW)

Proposes the development of a consistent bibliographical referencing method for citing information retrieved from Internet-based resources. Presents examples of citations for information retrieved via World Wide Web, gopher, file transfer protocol, USENET News, electronic journals distributed by listservs, and electronic mail. (JMV)

Provides suggestions for organizing online educational projects. Topics include choosing curriculum-based goals; choosing an activity structure, including interpersonal exchanges, information collections, and problem-solving projects; exploring examples of other online projects; determining details; inviting telecollaborators; effective online…

College alumni associations are providing graduates with such electronic services as bulletin boards, computer mailing lists, online alumni magazines and newsletters, alumni forums on commercial networks, and electronic mail addresses. Other anticipated uses of the technology include fund raising, classes offered on networks, electronic bookstore…

Describes the design and development of training materials to encourage the use of telecommunications by Florida teachers that was funded by the Florida Department of Education. Topics addressed include the need for training materials; electronic mail; booklets; computer tutorials/simulation; the use of HyperCard; and results of an effectiveness…