Topics:

• The current status of computing in educational settings.

1. Current computing issues critical to educational  settings.
2. Emerging trends in the use of computers in vocational and educational settings.
3. Research findings on the use of computers in learning settings.
4. Emerging needs for computer environments in educational settings.
5. Ethical issues for consideration: Case Studies
6. Other

• Elements of computer assisted instruction.

1. Integrated software systems and what's available.

2. The computer as a tool for learners.

3. Web based projects and courses.

4. Telecommunications, e-mail, communication forums such as threaded discussion, chat, list serves, videoconferencing, virtual chat.

5. Distance Learning environments

6. Other

• Developing hypermedia learning environments.

1. Linear and non-linear learning environments.

2. Exploring hypertools (Blackboard, Macromedia, Microsoft, Netscape, ect.) 

3. Electronic library resources.

4. Creating hypermedia learning modules.

5. Electronic commerce.

• Integrating telecommunications into learning environments.

1. Communications with peers and experts.

2. Information resources

3. Components and tools of the Internet and World Wide Web.  

4. Other

• Planning for the future.

1. Elements of strategic planning.

2. Creating the vision, providing time, access, and support.

3. Implementing the plan.

4. Evaluating the plan.

5. Other

6. So What?