Uses a study of a network newcomer to highlight some of the decisions that networked communication researchers face in developing a sound study. (RS)

Reports on an experiment concerning the effects of time and communication channel (asynchronous computer conferencing versus face-to-face meetings) on the development of interpersonal impressions. Finds that computer-mediated groups gradually increase in impression development to a level approaching that of face-to-face groups. (NH)

Indicates how a dialog between peers concerning their writing can be fostered through computer networking. Argues that computer domains offer one of the best sites for carrying out such dialogs. Describes a curriculum for collaboration emphasizing voice and based on a computer environment. (HB)

Discusses the growing importance of electronic mail among academicians. Offers a rhetoric and a pedagogy that include electronic mail in their fields of vision. Argues that writing instructors should continue to do research into the issues inherent in electronic mail. (HB)

Analyzes dynamics of an online discussion group of graduate students who teach introductory composition and literature classes at the University of California at Irvine: advantages of a listserv over a distributed mailing list; benefits of a local listserv over a national listserv; resistance to a listserv; and various "nuts and bolts"…

Describes a mentoring program developed at Augusta State University that used e-mail and a list server to link experienced teachers with new teachers who needed advice about classroom management, administrative demands, overcoming a sense of isolation, and the need for support. Reports on results of interviews and focus-group sessions. (LRW)

Suggests that e-mail and the Web can make the hunt for a job in the English profession and the hiring process easier, faster, less expensive, and more effective for everyone involved. Addresses problems using e-mail for the job search. Concludes that the Web functions best as a supplementary source of information for candidates and institutions.…

Describes efforts at several universities to maintain ongoing contact with alumni through e-mail lists, Web sites and CD-ROM, or on-line alumni directories. Examples of such activities at Stanford University (California), Caltech (California), Dickinson College (Pennsylvania), and Princeton University (New Jersey) are highlighted. (DB)

Reports the results of a survey of course Web sites and online syllabi used by students and faculty at higher education institutions across the country and offers suggestions for ways of incorporating relevant and often overlooked links to other sites. Discusses email, course topic links, administrative links, and disability support. (LRW)

Presents a summary review of the comparative literature on e-mail and "snail mail" surveys and a more extensive research review involving Web-based methods. Contrasts e-mail and Web-based survey techniques used in an ongoing study of the Web presence provider industry. Highlights practical issues of Web-surveying methods, such as programming…

Examines three claims about -mail and its implications for African-American students: e-mail (1) blends elements of oral and written language; (2) fosters a sense of community; and (3) leads to the enfranchisement of marginalized writers. Explores these claims through an extended e-mail exchange between African-American students at Howard…

Describes how online communication puts emphasis on students' comprehension and knowledge of argumentation and thus on how to interact with ideas and each other in a meaningful way. Asserts that they may not be equipped with such skills, and that faculty may not have sufficient skills in monitoring discussions or creating productive communities of…

Introduces a writing exercise students work on in collaborative groups. Aims to enhance students' scientific research paper writing skills and provide experience working in collaborative groups. Presents evaluation criteria for peer-group evaluation of a poster presentation, intra-group evaluation of peer performance, and peer-group evaluation of…

Describes the process of initiating an e-mail reference service in 1995 at the Ohio State University Health Sciences Library and the growth of the service through 2000. Includes data on types of patrons who use the service; types of questions and answers; and how results have led to re-evaluating all reference services. (LRW)

Investigates the comfort and use of technology among college students. Also investigates the use of communication technologies such as e-mail and the Internet for academic and nonacademic purposes. Findings suggest that the majority of the participants were comfortable with technology and used e-mail and the Internet for academic and social…