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Wigand, Rolf T. – Information Services and Use, 1985
Reviews the work environments surrounding integrated office systems, and synthesizes the known effects of automated office technologies with regard to their impact on information networks, work flow/processes, and organizational structure and power. (CLB)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Automation, Employment Patterns, Information Networks
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Dubois, C. P. R.; And Others – Journal of Information Science, 1986
The seven seminar papers in this issue discuss the role of information science in various public and private organizations; the development and current status of information science as a professional field; and the use of advanced information technologies and information systems. Session chairmen's remarks and four question sessions are included.…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Databases, Developed Nations, Developing Nations
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Stohr, Edward A.; And Others – Journal of Management Information Systems, 1987
Six papers dealing with decision support and knowledge based systems are presented. Five of the papers are concerned in some way with the use of artificial intelligence techniques in individual or group decision support. The sixth paper presents empirical results from the use of a group decision support system. (CLB)
Descriptors: Automation, Brainstorming, Decision Making, Expert Systems
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Lancaster, David – Educational Management & Administration, 1985
The introduction of microcomputers into schools appears not to have inevitable effects, though some options for action may appear more or less favorable than before. The potential consequences of introducing microcomputers will be affected by the relative influences of key personnel and the individual school's decision-making style. (PGD)
Descriptors: Administrator Attitudes, Administrator Role, Change Agents, Computer Assisted Instruction
US House of Representatives, 2004
This hearing focused on: (1) what data States collect to monitor the care and supervision of children in foster care and children for whom adoption subsidies are paid; (2) how that data is used today; and (3) what additional data or applications of these data might better ensure the safety, permanency, and well-being of children. Testimony was…
Descriptors: Foster Care, Child Welfare, At Risk Persons, Children
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, Austin. Div. of Community and Technical Colleges. – 2000
This 2001-2005 strategic plan for Texas Public Community Colleges assesses external as well as internal factors relevant to the role of community colleges in the state. Plan highlights include: (1) between 1995 and 2005, the Texas population is projected to increase by 31%, an annual growth of nearly 2%; (2) the Hispanic population is expected to…
Descriptors: Academic Education, Administration, Community Colleges, Economic Factors
Lassila, Kathy S.; Borton, John D. – 1998
This paper offers a theory-based course development methodology for the creation of an information systems (IS) course to address the needs of top executives. A survey of institutions offering the Executive MBA (Masters of Business Administration) degree was conducted that focused on: (1) the extent to which the IS course is included in MBA…
Descriptors: Business Administration Education, Content Analysis, Course Content, Course Evaluation
Adams, Carl – 1998
Changes in the United Kingdom higher education system have resulted in a lack of formative (i.e., student feedback) assessment: increased student numbers and reduced funding resulting in bigger classes with less tutor contact, as well as a more diverse set of student entrants with a wider set of skills resulting in a greater need for formative…
Descriptors: Audits (Verification), Business Administration Education, Case Studies, Distance Education
Voithofer, Richard J. – 1999
This paper examines how discourse analysis can be used as a methodology for understanding the mental models that influence how people navigate the Internet. Discourse analysis provides a methodology with which to articulate the relationships between language, social context, and the cognitive processes that underlie discourse perception and…
Descriptors: Cultural Influences, Design Preferences, Discourse Analysis, Educational Media
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Rosenbach, William E.; And Others – Education, 1983
Survey feedback can be applied as an organization development (OD) technique in public school systems. The technique, if suited to goals of an OD effort, can result in multiple positive outcomes. In addition to improvements characteristic of OD, the results of survey feedback can be utilized in making strategic decisions. (Author/MH)
Descriptors: Administrator Attitudes, Administrator Role, Data Analysis, Data Collection
Migliazzo, Connie; Roze, Maris – NCA Quarterly, 1997
Examines challenges in providing a cost-effective means of information access for students at geographically dispersed DeVry Institute campuses. Describes several changes in library strategy and ongoing efforts to improve access to students in DeVry's dynamic and technically focused programs. (YKH)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Cost Effectiveness, Electronic Libraries, Information Dissemination
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Boettcher, Jennifer – RSR: Reference Services Review, 1996
The Economic Bulletin Board (EBB), a one-stop site for economic statistics and government-sponsored business information, can be accessed on the World Wide Web, gopher, telnet, file transfer protocol, dial-up, and fax. Each access method has advantages and disadvantages related to connections, pricing, depth of access, retrieval, and system…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Comparative Analysis, Dial Access Information Systems, Economic Research
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Guy, R. F., Ed.; Large, J. A., Ed. – Education for Information, 1989
The special educational needs of business information managers are identified, and training methods and courses designed to meet those needs are discussed in eight articles. A review of the literature of business information education is also presented. (CLB)
Descriptors: Business, Business Administration Education, Curriculum Development, Educational Needs
Gardner, John – Technological Horizons in Education, 1989
Describes and explains three varieties of information technology (IT): academic IT, vocational IT, and cross-curricular IT. Discusses teacher education and the use of IT. Provides recent trends in IT development in education. (MVL)
Descriptors: Academic Education, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education, Computer Uses in Education
Tanner, Dennis F.; Bane, Robert K. – Technological Horizons in Education, 1988
Examines the current development of computer compact disk storage devices (CD-ROM). Describes the basics of how the CD-ROM operates and identifies educational uses. Lists companies currently providing CD-ROM software and producing CD-ROM players. (MVL)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Science Education, Computer Software
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