T H E Journal (Technological Horizons In Education) articles from February 2004

T H E Journal (Technological Horizons In Education) archives from February 2004

Calendar.(Brief Article)(Calendar)
February 1, 2004... Connected Classroom Conference March 11-12 New Brunswick, NJ March 18-19 www.classroom.com/conferences Microcomputers in Education Conference March 15-17 Tempe, AZ http://mec.asu.edu TechEd Ontario ...

The importance of delivering classroom content via technology.(Electronic Instructional Media Systems)(Editorial)
February 1, 2004... "Using Technology to Deliver Content," our theme of this issue, seems to be a logical thing to do. Easy access to a vast array of information is as persuasive an intellectual argument as the physical argument that carrying around 30 lbs. of...

Global Nomads Group relies on videoconferencing to connect students worldwide.(news)
February 1, 2004... Students from around the world came together in December to discuss their holiday traditions and opinions about global events. This was not done, however, in a face-to-face meeting, but rather though a videoconference setup by the Global Nomads...

Datatel Inc., a provider of information management solutions for higher education, has completed its acquisition of LiquidMatrix Corp.(Ed Tech Acquisitions)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Datatel Inc., a provider of information management solutions for higher education, has completed its acquisition of LiquidMatrix Corp., a provider of student recruiting and alumni outreach Web-based software and services....

SunGard Data Systems Inc. and Systems & Computer Technology Corp.(Ed Tech Acquisitions)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... SunGard Data Systems Inc. and Systems & Computer Technology Corp. (SCT) have reached a definitive agreement whereby SunGard will acquire SCT, making it an operating unit of SunGard Public Sector and Nonprofit Systems. The transaction is...

Classroom Connect Inc., a Harcourt Education company, has acquired the assets of ACTV's online education business, eSchool Online (www.eschoolonline.com).(Ed Tech Acquisitions)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Classroom Connect Inc., a Harcourt Education company, has acquired the assets of ACTV's online education business, eSchool Online (www.eschoolonline.com). As a division of Classroom Connect, eSchool Online will serve as a development resource...

Houghton Mifflin Co. has acquired Edusoft.(Ed Tech Acquisitions)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Houghton Mifflin Co. has acquired Edusoft, a San Francisco-based assessment platform provider.

TCEA touts renewed enthusiasm for technology's future in education.(20/20 Foresight)(Texas Computer Education Association)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... "20/20 Foresight" is the theme of this year's Texas Computer Education Association's Conference and Expo, being held Feb. 2-6 at the Austin Convention Center in Austin, Texas. The theme inspires educators to look to the future to see a new...

New version of Kidspiration launched at FETC.(Florida Educational Technology Conference)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Inspiration Software Inc. introduced Kidspiration 2, the newest version of its visual learning software for K-5 students, last month at the 2004 Florida Educational Technology Conference. The company also launched a lesson plan book,...

Ohio SchoolNet focuses on sharing best practices of technology in the classroom.(news)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... This year's Ohio SchoolNet State Technology Conference is being held March 1-3 at the Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio. The three-day conference will feature a variety of speakers, sessions, labs and student displays all focused on...

Content delivery in the 'blogosphere'.(Cover Story)
February 1, 2004... THE INTEREST IN NEW MEDIA FOR teaching and learning has highlighted the potential of innovative software and hardware for education. This has included laptops, hand-helds, wireless systems and Web-based learning environments. Most recently,...

'Virtual supervision' model tips the scales in favor of instructional leadership.(Connected)
February 1, 2004... The perennial lament of many principals is not having enough time to fulfill what is perhaps their most important responsibility: teacher evaluations. In the ongoing struggle to maintain a balance between the role of manager and instructional...

'Sense and Dollars' site teaches financial responsibility.(EduNet)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The need to teach today's teenagers about financial responsibility has never been more important. The Sense and Dollars Web site (http://senseand dollars.thinkport.org) sets out to do this by teaching teens how to earn, spend, invest and save...

AOL@SCHOOL enhances site with new, free classroom resources.(EduNet)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... AOL@SCHOOL (www.aolatschool.com) has added to its free online learning service, incorporating special content from DiscoverySchool.com and VirtualJobShadow.com. The new offerings add to the resources AOL@SCHOOL already has online, which help...

Online news museum analyzes coverage of historic events.(EduNet)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... For historical lessons that will intrigue students and generate classroom discussion, visit the Newseum's interactive online news museum (www.newseum.org). While the physical Newseum building remains closed until 2006 for relocation and...

What the words mean: help for understanding SBR from the Software & Information Industry Association.(A Closer Look at Scientifically Based Research)
February 1, 2004... TO APPRECIATE THE TRUE IMPACT OF SCIENTIFICALLY based research on education, it may be useful first to understand the meaning of the various terms that the law employs as part of its definition of SBR. The following explication is from a...

The law catches up with distance education; voice-recognition software makes online legal instruction more efficient, effective.
February 1, 2004... LEGAL ISSUES IN POSTSECONDARY Education is a popular course in the Department of Leadership, Foundations and Human Resource Education at the University of Louisville College of Education and Human Development in Kentucky. The course is required...

Individualized instruction for improved student achievement--education's 'holy grail'.(Industry Perspective)
February 1, 2004... In our quest for individualized instruction and improved student achievement, many educators endure a revolving door of often untested programs and lecture sessions delivered by industry pundits. This includes many hours of additional planning...

Epson Stylus CX6400.(Digital Duplication)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The Epson Stylus CX6400 from Epson America Inc. (www.epson.com) is a compact, affordable all-in-one digital duplication solution that offers printing, scanning and copying services, as well as photo restoration with Epson's Easy PhotoFix...

Lexmark X215.(Digital Duplication)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Lexmark International Inc.'s (www.lexmark.com) desktop multifunction product (MFP), the Lexmark X215,is a compact, efficient solution for digital duplication. High-quality prints are created easily at 17 ppm, with an enhanced resolution of up...

C5100n.(Digital Duplication)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... OKI Data's (www.okidata.com) Digital LED printers, such as the C5100n, deliver superior service over ink-jet desktop printers for roughly the same price. OKI Data's Single Pass Color Technology produces quality color prints without compromising...

DCP-8020.(Digital Duplication)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The Brother DCP-8020 (www.brother.com) is a digital copier, laser printer and color scanner in one compact desktop device. The copier delivers prints at up to 17 ppm through its 50-page automatic document feeder. It also features 25%-400% copy...

DiALTA Di3510-2010.(Digital Duplication)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The DiALTA Di3510-2010 series by Konica Minolta (www.minoltausa.com) is a versatile, modular set of MFPs. The eight models in this series come in varying printing speeds of 20-35 ppm, with a range of impressions from 60,000-150,000. The...

LaserJet 3310.(Digital Duplication)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The Hewlett-Packard LaserJet 3310 (www.hp.com) is a compact MFP that offers black-and-white prints in up to 15 ppm, with a monthly maximum volume of 10,000 pages. The laser printer provides even basic black-and-white prints at a resolution of...

KM-3035.(Digital Duplication)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Kyocera Mita (www.kyoceramita.com/us) has created digital duplication devices that are wireless compatible, including the KM-3035 multifunctional system. Using the imbedded IB-22 (802.1lb) wireless LAN interface, the system can connect to any...

Net2Printer.(Digital Duplication)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Internet-based printing is now available through Net2Printer (www.net2printer.com), an instant document delivery software program that allows users to print documents in real time to any printer connected to the Internet using the features of...

WorkCentre M24.(Digital Duplication)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Xerox's WorkCentre M24 (www.xerox.com) is a high-performance, customizable printing solution that offers printing, scanning and copying services. Optional Internet or network faxing is also available on the M24. The M24 has 768 MB of RAM and a...

RISO's Document Management Solution (www.riso.com) is a system that helps manage print jobs by automatically directing them to the most appropriate output device to ensure that all jobs are processed.(Digital Duplication)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... RISO's Document Management Solution (www.riso.com) is a system that helps manage print jobs by automatically directing them to the most appropriate output device to ensure that all jobs are processed. The system works with RISO...

Virtual Reality Development Lab.(New Releases)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The Virtual Reality Development Lab (VRDL) from Digital Tech Frontier (www.wecantakeyouthere.com) is an authoring tool that promises to revolutionize classroom learning. It consists of digital cameras, editing software and VR equipment that...

NetSupport Dynamic Network Administration.(New Releases)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... NetSupport Inc.'s (www.netsupport-inc.com) new NetSupport Dynamic Network Administration (DNA) system helps IT coordinators stay organized with their technology assets. NetSupport DNA's features include hardware and software inventory, software...

Jenzabar Total Campus Management.(New Releases)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Jenzabar Inc. (www.jenzabar.net) recently released the Jenzabar Total Campus Management (TCM) solution, which integrates a technology strategy and management philosophy that colleges and universities can use to improve education and campuswide...

Telex Classmate Infrared Sound Field Systems.(New Releases)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The new Telex Classmate Infrared Sound Field Systems from Telex Communications (www.telex.com/education) are helping to improve classroom learning by assisting both teachers and students. Using professional grade speakers and components, the...

N-Charge Power System.(New Releases)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Traveling with portable electronic devices is now easier with the N-Charge Power System from Valence Technology (www.valence.com). N-Charge is a rechargeable, portable battery system that can be used with up to two different wireless devices...

West Virginia University School of Nursing makes the move to web-based learning.(Applications)
February 1, 2004... West Virginia University School of Nursing (www.hsc.wvu.edu/son), part of the Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center at West Virginia University (WVU), offers cutting-edge educational programs for students seeking bachelor's, master's and...

Videoconferencing system brings Japanese students face-to-face with U.S. professors.(Applications)
February 1, 2004... Educational institutions worldwide were only recently able to offer students access to communications systems that allow them to interact with professors and other students from remote locations via rich media and videoconferencing...

Web bulletin board.
February 1, 2004... Contact Mark Shemet, Online Marketplace Advertising, 603-532-4608, mshemet@thejournal.com Adobe Digital Kids Club www.adobe.com/education/digkids The online Adobe Digital Kids Club delivers a great opportunity for teachers to...

Creating attitudes worth catching.(Making Life Easier)(Los Angeles Unified School District's education technology conference)(Column)
February 1, 2004... I was recently the emcee for the 2003 Los Angeles Unified School District's education technology conference, which was attended by several hundred K-12 educators. At the conference, I had one of the great experiences of my life: I met Eleanor...