information technology

Combines fictional narratives with firsthand advice for middle and high school boys on the responsible use of technology, discussing texting, video games, the Internet, cyber bullying, and other related topics.

Provides an overview of how the entertainment industry is being revolutionized by new developments in electronics such as digital wide-screen television, laser disc players, computer movies, and interactive CD-ROM.

Advocates the development of what the author calls the Learning Commons as an alternative to restrictive school libraries and computer labs, which would allow students and adults to create their own information spaces and learn to be responsible for their actions in those spaces.

Makes recommendations for meeting four major challenges currently facing the United States, including globalization, the information technology revolution, chronic deficits, and unbalanced energy consumption.

A computer-age visionary argues that the Internet has failed to live up to its early promises, sharing cautionary perspectives on the Web 2.0 design concept while optimistically evaluating the Internet as a positive cultural vehicle.

Presents a practical guide and CD-ROM on conducting effective staff development workshops for technology, and addresses topics such as planning and evaluating workshops, promoting digital literacy, designing inquiry-based Web projects, and more.

A collection of twenty-two essays which presents opposing opinions on the benefits and drawbacks of the information revolution, considering its effects on education, work, and society, and discussing the issues of Web content, privacy rights, and copyright protections.

Defines basic terminology related to computers and introduces some of their uses, including accessing the World Wide Web.

Examines the cultural and technical problems that are a result of poorly planned digital designs and argues the technological and Internet advances are allowing the wisdom of computers and large groups to become more powerful than individual judgment and intelligence.

Psychology of technology expert Dr. Larry Rosen explains Internet addiction and the compulsive need to check in with technology and offers strategies to help overcome the obsession while still making use of technology.