Editor's Desk
Virtual Instruction a Trade-Off for Teachers by Susan McLester

Trend Watch
Hot this month: talking, typing, and touting technology by Susan McLester, Amy Poftak, Kristen Kennedy, and Michelle Thatcher

Update
Consolidating Your School Network by Todd McIntire
Two emerging technologies, Virtual Private Networks and IP Telephony, can help schools make the most of their existing network infrastructure.

The IT Guy
Installation Made Simple by Bill Bateman
Though it seems like a straightforward task, installing new software can be fraught with unwelcome surprises. Here are some tips for smoothing out the process.

What Works
Professional Development: It's About Time by Caroline McCullen
We look at three tech training programs that successfully manage time-and other elements-to optimize training for educators.

Web Sightings

• Online Learning: The Why and How
• School Site of the Month

In-Service
Online and Electronic Libraries by Jeffrey Branzburg
For the new-to-technology educator, a guide to electronic reference materials.

What's New
Hardware, Software, Books, Dates & Events

Grants, Contests, Etc.
Funding, recognition programs, and resources. By Susan Brooks-Young

The Back Page
Watch Words and Gleanings. By Amy Poftak and Kristen Kennedy

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