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

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

Calendar.(Calendar)
January 1, 2004... TCEA 2004 Feb. 2-6 Austin, TX www.tcea.org/convention/204 2004 TCCTA Convention Feb. 19-21 Forth Worth, TX www.tccta.org/convention Connected Classroom Conferences Feb. 26-27 Las Vegas, NV ...

Reflecting on the past, focusing on the future.(Editorial)
January 1, 2004... January is the start of a new year and a time to reflect on the old. For us at T.H.E. Journal, January is also a time for extremely important announcements. First, we would like to thank the members of past editorial boards who have brought...

EarthLink program bridges the generation gap with technology.(news)
January 1, 2004... One reason the creation of the Internet was so remarkable was its ability to provide a faster way to keep people connected worldwide. Now, a new program is helping to promote connections using the Internet in a different way. GenerationLink by...

Software allows students to control the universe.(news)
January 1, 2004... The mysteries of the universe are now a bit clearer for students thanks to the recent availability of a program that provides the most realistic view of the universe to date. The Astromicon: Celestial Construction Tool Kit by Cybernet Systems...

SIIA offers special T.H.E. pricing for its SBR guide.(news)
January 1, 2004... The Software & Information Industry Association is offering a special discount of its "Scientifically Based Research: A Guide for Education Publishers and Developers" for T.H.E. Journal readers. A PDF is $95 for educators, and a hard copy or...

FETC 2004 expands focus to reach a more diverse group of educators.(Conference Preview)
January 1, 2004... With a special emphasis on higher education, this year's Florida Educational Technology Conference, taking place Jan. 22-24 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla., promises to outdo itself. FETC 2004 will offer more than 200...

FETC 2004 conference schedule.(Calendar)
January 1, 2004... Thursday, January 22 Shuttle Service 7:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Conference Registration 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Exhibit Hall Hours 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. First Timers' Session 10:45 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Opening General Session Keynote...

Putting the School Interoperability Framework to the test.(New Ideas)
January 1, 2004... THE JURUPA UNIFIED SCHOOL District in Southern California recently partnered with Microsoft, Dell and the Zone Integration Group for the implementation of a School Interoperability Framework (SIF) database repository model throughout the...

Online newspaper caters to beginning readers, special ed students.(Edunet)
January 1, 2004... News-2-You (www.news-2-you.com) is a weekly online newspaper for beginning readers and special education students. It exposes them to current events in an easy-to-read format while simultaneously building their vocabulary skills. The idea...

USA TODAY provides free standards-based resources on 'The New Color of Money'.(Edunet)
January 1, 2004... USA TODAY and the U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing have created The New Color of Money, a program of educational resources that raises awareness about the redesigned currency, which can be found online at...

Web-based professional development program coaches teachers.(Edunet)
January 1, 2004... MyeCoach Online (www.myecoach.com) by Computer Strategies LLC is a Web-based professional development program that offers customized coaching and mentoring for teachers. Focusing on professional development for technology integration, My eCoach...

Court TV site challenges students to solve mysteries with science.(Edunet)
January 1, 2004... The National Science Teachers Association is promoting Court TV's forensic science Web site, Forensics in the Classroom (www.courttv.com/ forensics_curriculum), for middle and high schools. The site features curricula that teachers can download...

Online fitness resource supports PE teachers.(Edunet)
January 1, 2004... With youth obesity on the rise, today's physical education instructors have a lot to address. To help better develop their curriculum, PE teachers can now find an abundance of information and resources online at PE Central (www.pecentral.com)....

Microsoft announces improved security measures for the New Year.(SafetyNet)
January 1, 2004... In response to massive increases in the number of threats to computer users last year, Microsoft Corp. has announced new and improved security initiatives for 2004. The security initiatives will help protect against the main types of threats:...

Fingerprint biometrics delivers greater computer protection.(SafetyNet)
January 1, 2004... STMicroelectronics' TouchChip fingerprint biometric suite offers basic input/output system BIOS and data security for notebooks and workstation computers. This suite provides fingerprint readings that grant access to a computer; thus,...

Demystifying the three main types of malicious programs.(SafetyNet)
January 1, 2004... Demystifying the Three Main Types of Malicious Programs Although we often refer to malicious intruders of our computer systems as viruses, the majority of these programs are actually worms. The following data was collected from...

Updated Version of fortres 101 provides ultimate security control.(SafetyNet)
January 1, 2004... The latest version of Fortres Grand's desktop security software, Fortres 101 v5.0, is easier to configure and offers more flexibility than ever before. Acting as a security agent that resides invisibly between the computer and the user, the new...

"Cyber Security for the Digital District".(FYI)
January 1, 2004... The Consortium for School Networking has launched its latest leadership initiative, "Cyber Security for the Digital District," which will develop tools and best practices for protecting IT networks in educational institutions. The initiative...

DeviceLock v5.51.(FYI)
January 1, 2004... System administrators can finally control access to their wireless networks and high-speed peripherals with SmartLine Inc's DevieeLosk v5.51 (www.devicelock.com), which allows them to restrict access to Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB and FireWire...

Surveillance Manager.(FYI)
January 1, 2004... Superior Software Management Systems Inc. (www.supersoftsys.com) has created Surveillance Manager, an Internet-based video recording software package that records images and then files them in a database by date and time, facilitating easy...

Network Operations Center.(FYI)
January 1, 2004... Collegis (www.collegis.com) offers its Network Operations Center to keep track of network traffic for higher education institutes. The NOC allows Collegis to alert colleges and universities of infection by viruses or worms so that a quick and...

Virus Assist.(FYI)
January 1, 2004... Virus Assist from Assist.com helps in the prevention of and recovery from virus attacks. The service helps its subscribers with virus prevention and rernoval, sends e-mail alerts to warn of viruses, and offers data recovery for infected...

Determining 'what works': an interview with Dr. Grover 'Russ' Whitehurst.
January 1, 2004... Much of the discussion in the news, schools and statehouses about the NO Child Left Behind Act has focused on testing and accountability, and whether there is enough money to fund the act sufficiently. However, bubbling underneath this...

Successful strategies for saving & securing technology funding.
January 1, 2004... THE GREATEST CHANGE IN SCHOOLS in the last two decades, without a doubt, has been the onset of technology within districts and campuses. While few would argue that institutions have not benefited from increased technology access, school systems...

The impact of standards-based technology professional development.
January 1, 2004... IN AN EFFORT TO MEET LOCAL, STATE AND federal demands for education reform, school leaders are scrambling to identify effective strategies for delivering and reporting on technology professional development and how it impacts school reform....

Omnivox.(Audio)
January 1, 2004... Omnivox from Omnivox Systems Ltd. (www.omnivox.biz) converts a user's desktop or work surface into an audio speaker that is ideal for use with a projector, laptop or portable DVD player. Its compact hockey-puck style design is 1.3" tall and has...

Califone International Inc. (www.califone.com) has three new wireless audio products for the classroom--a portable wireless PA system, a personal sound amplifier and a multistation cassette recorder/player.(Audio)
January 1, 2004... Califone International Inc. (www.califone.com) has three new wireless audio products for the classroom--a portable wireless PA system, a personal sound amplifier and a multistation cassette recorder/player. The PA-300+UHF Presentation Pro is...

eZediaQTI.(Software)
January 1, 2004... EZedia Inc.'s eZediaQTI (www.ezedia.com) is a cross-platform interactive QuickTime authoring program for creating rich Internet content and movies. The software can be used to quickly combine and enhance video, graphics, animation, sound, VRs...

TechSmith Corp. (www.techsmith.com) recently released Camtasia Studio 2, an integrated screen-recording solution that produces highly compressed, hi-fi Macromedia Flash and streaming media output that can be burned onto CDs or broadcast via the Internet.(Software)
January 1, 2004... TechSmith Corp. (www.techsmith.com) recently released Camtasia Studio 2, an integrated screen-recording solution that produces highly compressed, hi-fi Macromedia Flash and streaming media output that can be burned onto CDs or broadcast via the...

Walk-and-Talk Presentation Series.(Whiteboards)
January 1, 2004... PolyVision Corp. (www.polyvision.com) has launched a new interactive whiteboard, the Walk-and-Talk Presentation Series, which comes with an intuitive remote control that allows users to walk among and engage their audience while controlling...

Rear Projection SMART Board 2000i.(Whiteboards)
January 1, 2004... SMART Technologies Inc. (www.smarttech.com/2000i) has designed its Rear Projection SMART Board 2000i interactive, mobile whiteboard for educators. It combines the benefits of a large, shadow free, touch-sensitive display with a...

Dukane Mobile Presentation System.(Miscellaneous)
January 1, 2004... The Dukane Mobile Presentation System (MPS) from Dukane Corp. (www.dukane.com) is a great solution for schools and training centers because it provides a complete presentation system that can be shared among multiple rooms for individual...

Hitachi Software (www.hitachi-soft.com) has introduced the StarBoard P-50X, an interactive 50" plasma display device that provides users with new levels of flexibility and space optimization using plasma technologies.(Miscellaneous)
January 1, 2004... Hitachi Software (www.hitachi-soft.com) has introduced the StarBoard P-50X, an interactive 50" plasma display device that provides users with new levels of flexibility and space optimization using plasma technologies. The P-50X consists of a...

Toshiba's Computer Systems Group (www.csd.toshiba.com) has released two new ultraportable projectors, the TLP-S10U and TLP-S41U, which are designed for educators and other professionals who require quality performance on a tight budget.(Projectors)
January 1, 2004... Toshiba's Computer Systems Group (www.csd.toshiba.com) has released two new ultraportable projectors, the TLP-S10U and TLP-S41U, which are designed for educators and other professionals who require quality performance on a tight budget. The...

BenQ PB2120.(Projectors)
January 1, 2004... The BenQ PB2120 sub-$1,000 digital projector from BenQ America Corp. (www.benq.com) offers a variety of key features and functions in a lightweight 3.8 lb. package, which makes it an ideal presentation solution for mobile professionals like...

LV-S3.(Projectors)
January 1, 2004... Canon U.S.A. Inc. (www.canonprojectors.com) recently introduced its lightest, quietest and most versatile projector yet, the 4.9 lb. LV-S3 microportable projector, which can easily be transported between classrooms. Users can enjoy the...

XD-25m.(Projectors)
January 1, 2004... Boxlight (www.boxlight.com) is an ultralightweight 1.98 lb. projector that comes complete with many of the same features of its larger counterparts. Comparable in size to a VHS tape, the XD-25m can be tucked into a backpack, briefcase or laptop...

Notevision C60.(Projectors)
January 1, 2004... The Notevision C60 XGA projector from Sharp Electronics Corp. (www.sharpusa.com) packs 3,500 ANSI lumens of brightness into a slim 11.3 lb. attache-case frame. The projector offers such features as ImageACE Resizing and autoSYNC, which ensure...

Epson America Inc. (www.epson.com) is introducing two new 6.4 lb. portable multimedia projectors with 2,000 ANSI lumens, user-friendly features and a 500:1 contrast ratio.(Projectors)
January 1, 2004... Epson America Inc. (www.epson.com) is introducing two new 6.4 lb. portable multimedia projectors with 2,000 ANSI lumens, user-friendly features and a 500:1 contrast ratio. The new Epson PowerLite 54c and PowerLite 74c are designed to give...

U5 Series.(Projectors)
January 1, 2004... The new U5 Series of projectors from PLUS Vision (www.plusamerica.com) provides the user with choices designed to meet the varied demands of today's presenters. The first two models offered in the U5 Series include the U5-111, a 1,600 lumen...

PT-LM1U.(Projectors)
January 1, 2004... The new 3.3 lb. PT-LM1U ultraportable SVGA LCD projector from Panasonic (www.panasonic.com/projectors) delivers 1,200 ANSI lumens of brightness, as well as a bevy of time saving and antitheff functions. The PT-LM1U produces high-contrast (400:1...

Casio Inc. (www.casioprojector.com) has entered the data projector market with two new high-luminosity mobile projector models, the XJ-350 and XJ-450.(Projectors)
January 1, 2004... Casio Inc. (www.casioprojector.com) has entered the data projector market with two new high-luminosity mobile projector models, the XJ-350 and XJ-450. Both projectors employ an innovative condenser lens and light source lamp that deliver...

NEC Solutions America (www.necvisualsystems.com) has released a new line of 42", 50" and 61" XGA native resolution plasma displays: the PlasmaSync 42XM2, 50XM3 and 61XM2.(Displays)
January 1, 2004... NEC Solutions America (www.necvisualsystems.com) has released a new line of 42", 50" and 61 "XGA native resolution plasma displays: the PlasmaSync 42XM2, 50XM3 and 61XM2. NEC's Capsulated Color Filter technology offers realistic color...

InFocus TD30.(Displays)
January 1, 2004... The InFocus TD30 from InFocus Corp. (www.infocus.com) is an innovative 4" thin display that fits in the most challenging spaces. It's a reliable, LCD-based system with high-performance features like integrated 5-watt SRS sound,...

SyncMaster 323T.(Displays)
January 1, 2004... Samsung's SyncMaster 323T (www.samsungusa.com) is a 32" digital display that weighs 37.4 lbs. and is 3.9" deep. Perfect for a variety of presentations, the 323T has the ability to expand your videoconferencing world with picture-by-picture and...

Dell Computer (www.dell4me.com/delltvs) has introduced two new LCD TVs that are both SDTV- and HDTV-ready.(Displays)
January 1, 2004... Dell Computer (www.dell4me.com/delltvs) has introduced two new LCD TVs that ate both SDTV-and HDTV-ready. The Dell W3000 30" LCD TV offers a 350:1 contrast ratio, while the Dell W2300 23" LCD TV offers a 400:1 contrast ratio. They have native...

ViewSonic Corp. (www.viewsonic.com/lcdtv) has two new additions to the NextVision LCD TV series: the 27" N2700w and the 20" N2000.(Displays)
January 1, 2004... ViewSonic Corp. (www.viewsonic.com/lcdtv) has two new additions to the NextVision LCD TV series: the 27" N2700w and the 20" N2000. Both flat screens ate ideal for a variety of applications that require multiple video sources and optimal picture...

P42W34/34H.(Displays)
January 1, 2004... Zenith's P42W34/34H (www.zenith.com) 42" plasma EDTV monitor delivers superior image clarity, color and brightness in a large-format television that is less than 4" thick. It offers an 852 x 480 resolution, a 1,200:1 contrast ratio, and an...

Interactive whiteboard system creates 'active classrooms' for rural Georgia school system.(Applications)
January 1, 2004... Our students live in a multimedia world. However, the technology that students enjoy in their lives outside of school makes it more difficult for teachers to capture their attention in the classroom with "old-fashioned" tools such as...

Affordable network management solution helps Novato district make technology work for its students and staff. (Applications).
January 1, 2004... Among the many challenges schools face today are tight budgets, growing enrollment and new demands from government. On top of these external pressures is a basic educational challenge that will be with us for at least the next decade. I am...

Adobe Digital Kids Club: www.adobe.com/education/digkids.(Web Bulletin Board)
January 1, 2004... The online Adobe Digital Kids Club delivers a great opportunity for teachers to connect with students through the fun and excitement of digital photography. The Web site provides free expert advice from top photographers, product training,...

The Christian Science Monitor: www.csmonitor.com.(Web Bulletin Board)
January 1, 2004... GIVE STUDENTS A NEW PERSPECTIVE The Monitor addresses (only) the issues that matter, and poses the overarching questions you want students to think about. Avoiding wire services, relying on its own reporters, the Monitor presents the world's...

K to the 8th Power Inc.: www.kto8.com.(Web Bulletin Board)
January 1, 2004... The K to the 8th Power online curriculum combines Core Academics, Applied Technology, and Language Acquisition. Through vocabulary, language arts and math lessons, students increase proficiency in nationally tested subjects while mastering...

T.H.E. Journal's Web Site: www.thejournal.com.(Web Bulletin Board)
January 1, 2004... Thejournal.com is the home page for T.H.E. Journal magazine. For more than 31 years, educators who decide on and influence the purchase of technology for their institutions have relied on T.H.E. Journal. Besides archived magazine content, the...

T.H.E. Institute: www.thejournal.com/institute.(Web Bulletin Board)
January 1, 2004... T.H.E. Institute offers educators--and businesses serving education--a range of professional development and consulting services. Headed by a nationally known expert in education technology, Dr. Geoffrey H. Fletcher, T.H.E. Institute brings the...

Nova Southeastern University: www.fgse.nova.edu/theleadership.(Web Bulletin Board)
January 1, 2004... NSU's Fischler Graduate School offers graduate degrees in leadership to meet the emerging demands of the global and technological marketplace by creating "leaders at all levels"; from classroom to boardroom, from professor to CEO. Visit our Web...

EduHound: www.EduHound.com.(Web Bulletin Board)
January 1, 2004... EduHound.com, a division of T.H.E. Journal, is a specialized educational directory with built-in resource links offered free to educators, students and parents, EduHound.com seeks to harness the vast information resources of the Web, while...

Technology to the rescue.(Making Life Easier)
January 1, 2004... It happened again: technology came to my rescue. I know we have all experienced the displeasure of having a bad photo taken of ourselves. We usually just rip them up before anyone ever sees the image. Last Thanksgiving, my family had a photo...