Information technology for schools

목차 (Table of Contents)

• CONTENTS
• Acknowledgments = ⅸ
• Introduction = xi
• Why was this book written? = xi
• What will this book do? = xii
• What won't this book do? = xiii
• Basic terminology = xiii
• Types of technology arriving in scool libraries = xiv
• Chapter 1 Working with Instructional Technology = 1
• How can you become technology literate? = 1
• What are the myths about purchasing technology? = 3
• What should you do before you purchase? = 4
• What is a technology plan? = 5
• What are the hard questions? = 8
• How should you purchase software? = 8
• What about purchasing hardware? = 9
• What are the hidden costs of technology? = 12
• How can you find funding for technology? = 14
• How can you get grants? = 15
• How should you plan facilities for technology? = 16
• What are some in-service or staff development ideas? = 17
• How can you keep technology secure? = 19
• How can you use technology safely? = 21
• What are the health problems related to technology? = 25
• How can you troubleshoot and repair equipment? = 27
• Should you circulate technology? = 30
• What's in the future? = 31
• Bibliography = 32
• Chapter 2 Computer Basics = 35
• What are the hardware basics? = 35
• What are the software basics? = 48
• What about computer software requirements? = 52
• How can you keep track of what you have? = 52
• How should you use hardware and software information? = 55
• What computer should you buy? = 55
• What can you do if you have an old computer? = 57
• What accessories are available? = 57
• How should you care for a computer and its software? = 57
• What should you do before you call for help? = 62
• What's involved in complying with the copyright laws? = 63
• How can you stay up-to-date with technology? = 67
• Bibliography = 68
• Chapter 3 Library Management with a Computer = 71
• Why use computers for managements = 71
• How difficult will the switch be? = 72
• What are the computer management options? = 72
• General Applications Software = 72
• Specialized Programs for Collection Management = 73
• What should you consider before buying a collection management system? = 76
• What is available? = 78
• What should be in your purchasing plan? = 78
• What are some practical problems of automation? = 80
• What will the effects of automation be? = 85
• What is a media retrieval system? = 87
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of a media retrieval system? = 87
• What types of media retrieval systems are available? = 88
• What factors should be considered in selecting a media retrieval system? = 88
• What does this mean for librarians? = 88
• Bibliography = 89
• Chapter 4 CD-ROM and Other Types of Compact Discs = 91
• What is CD-ROM? = 91
• What are the advantages of using CD-ROM technology? = 92
• What are the disadvantages of CD-ROM? = 93
• What is available in CD-ROM format? = 94
• Why add CD-ROM to the library collection? = 95
• What selection criteria should be used for CD-ROM discs? = 96
• General CD-ROM Software Checklist = 97
• Checklist for Periodical Indexes = 99
• What hardware is needed? = 100
• CD-ROM Drive Types = 100
• CD-ROM Drive Features = 102
• CD-ROM Interfaces = 103
• Sound From a CD-ROM = 104
• A computer for CD-ROM = 104
• MPC & MPEG Standards = 105
• Emerging Technologies = 106
• How do you put it together? = 108
• How can you care for CD-ROM discs? = 110
• Can your CD-ROM drives be linked? = 111
• How can CD-ROMS be used in instruction? = 113
• Will teachers need special help? = 114
• What lies ahead? = 115
• Bibliography = 115
• Chapter 5 Videodiscs in the Library = 119
• Why should you use videodiscs? = 119
• What is a videodisc? = 120
• Formats of Videodiscs = 120
• Levels of Interactivity = 121
• What are the advantages of using videodiscs? = 123
• Are there any disadvantages? = 124
• What is available in videodisc format? = 125
• Why add videodiscs to the library collection? = 126
• What selection criteria should be used for videodiscs? = 126
• What hardware is needed? = 127
• Level I requirements = 127
• Level Ⅲ requirements = 128
• What computer software is available? = 129
• How do you put it together? = 129
• How can you use or repurpose videodiscs? = 131
• What lies ahead? = 132
• Bibliography = 133
• Chapter 6 Local Area Networks = 135
• What is a network? = 135
• What will a network do for you? = 135
• What are the network basics? = 136
• Types of networks = 138
• Network connections - Cables and wireless = 139
• Physical arrangement - Topology = 143
• Network transfer architecture = 143
• Network operating systems = 147
• Other network software = 149
• Network administration = 149
• What are the advantages of a network? = 149
• What are the disadvantages of a network? = 150
• How should you plan for a network? = 152
• What hardware will you need? = 155
• The file server = 155
• Nodes - Workstations = 156
• Nodes - Printers = 158
• Other hardware = 159
• Putting it together = 159
• What can you put on the network? = 160
• How can you troubleshoot network problems? = 161
• What are some guidelines for purchasing software? = 162
• What about network security? = 163
• How are intranets used in education? = 164
• Are there special considerations for CD-ROM? = 165
• What happens after the network is installed? = 167
• Bibliography = 167
• Chapter 7 Computer Telecommunications = 171
• How will telecommunications affect school libraries? = 171
• What hardware is required? = 172
• Modem = 172
• ASVD and DSVD modems = 175
• Wireless modems = 176
• Telephone lines = 176
• ISDN lines and TI links = 177
• Why you need special software? = 177
• What can you do with a modem? = 179
• What is e-mail? = 180
• What can students do with e-mail? = 183
• What is a fax machine? = 184
• How are fax machines used in libraries? = 185
• What is a fax modem and how is it used? = 186
• What are the special concerns with fax modems? = 186
• What hardware and software do you need? = 189
• What is computer telephony? = 189
• What is videoconferencing? = 190
• What is an electronic bulletin board? = 191
• How do WANs fit in? = 192
• What are online services or online networks? = 194
• Commercial services = 194
• Research networks = 195
• ERIC = 196
• Free networks = 197
• What lies in the future for telecommunications? = 197
• Bibliography = 198
• Chapter 8 The Internet and the World Wide Web = 201
• What is the Internet? = 201
• How does a school connect to the Internet? = 203
• On-line service = 204
• Internet service provider = 204
• Freenet connection = 205
• Dedicated direct access = 205
• Other options = 205
• Access fees = 206
• What should you look for in selecting an ISP? = 206
• What is a Web browser? = 208
• How can you find things on the Internet? = 210
• What are newsgroups and listservs? = 213
• What can you do about objectionable material on the Internet? = 215
• How should you evaluate a Web site? = 219
• How can students and teachers use the Internet? = 220
• Are there any specific things to remember when using the Internet in lessons? = 222
• Do I have to worry about copyright on the Internet? = 223
• What should I do if I want to build a Web site for my school or library? = 224
• How can I use the Internet as a telephone or for videoconferencing? = 226
• What are some of the other issues surrounding the Internet? = 227
• What's in the future for the Internet? = 227
• Bibliography = 228
• Chapter 9 Distance Leaming : Television and Beyond = 233
• What is distance leaming? = 233
• What are the main forms of distance leaming? = 234
• What types of television networks are involved in distance leaming? = 237
• How are these television networks involved in distance leaming? = 239
• What other television distance leaming resources are available? = 242
• How are states involved in distance education? = 242
• Why use distance leaming? = 244
• What are the disadvantages of distance leaming? = 245
• How should you plan for distance leaming? = 247
• What is the school librarian's role in distance leaming? = 249
• What is in the future for distance leaming? = 255
• Bibliography = 255
• Chapter 10 Video and Computers = 259
• How can a computer image be projected for a group to see? = 259
• How can you take a picture of the image on your computer's monitor = 261
• How can you videotape a computer image or show it on a television? = 262
• What about putting still pictures into a computer? = 263
• What are some difficulties of putting motion video into a computer? = 265
• Analog versus digital = 266
• Hard disk storage = 266
• Video compression = 266
• Is there a simple solution? = 267
• Can motion video be shown but not stored on a computer? = 267
• How can a computer show CD-ROM video? = 268
• How can you digitize your own video? = 268
• How can a computer be used to edit video? = 269
• Linear editing = 269
• Nonlinear editing = 269
• What hardware is needed for desktop video? = 270
• Camcorder = 270
• Computer = 270
• Hard disk drive = 271
• Removable Storage = 272
• Video Digitizer = 272
• Time Base Corrector = 272
• Tumkey Systems = 273
• What desktop video software is available? = 273
• QuickTime = 273
• Videofor Windows = 274
• Video Toaster = 274
• What lies ahead for desktop video? = 275
• Video on the Internet = 276
• Videoconferencing = 276
• 3D and animation = 276
• Bibliography = 277
• Chapter 11 Multimedia Presentation Systems and Hypermedia = 281
• What is interactive multimedia? = 281
• What multimedia presentation systems are available? = 282
• What is hypermedia? = 283
• What is HyperCard? = 284
• What are the benefits for teachers and librarians? = 284
• Why should students use this software? = 284
• What can students do? = 286
• How should you select presentation software? = 288
• What presentation software is available? = 291
• What hardware is necessary? = 291
• What are the problems of using multimedia presentation systems? = 292
• What are some things to remember in planning a multimedia presentation? = 292
• What do you need to keep in mind about copyright? = 294
• Bibliography = 296
• Chapter 12 Technology Staff Development for Teachers = 299
• Why do schools need technology staff development? = 299
• What do teachers want for staff development programs? = 301
• What model of staff development is best? = 302
• How can you be sure your staff development is successful? = 303
• What are some possible staff development topics? = 306
• Why should information and problem solving skills be part of staff development? = 307
• Where can you find resources to help you? = 310
• When should you schedule staff development? = 311
• What rewards or incentives can you offer teachers for their participation? = 313
• How should you evaluate a staff development program? = 314
• How can you provide effective follow-up to your technology training? = 317
• Bibliography = 318
• Glossary = 321
• Resources for Further Information = 343
• Appendixes = 375
• ERIC = 375
• Fair Use Guidelines for Multimedia = 383
• Index = 393