The School Network Handbook,Used

Product Description This handbook is written for educational administrators and others charged with managing or implementing school technology networks as distinct from business systems. It maps the basics of planning, installing, and maintaining K12 networks while integrating technical information with management practices. Experienced practitioners will also find it a useful reference, especially for technologies such as Windows XP.FEATURESTools for longterm planning and management of school networksComprehensive index and extensive glossary for translating technospeak into best practicesExtensive examples and case studies, including programs that involve students in design and maintenanceMaterials and ideas useful for higher education courses and inservice workshopsAlso available: Transforming Classroom Practice: Professional Development Strategies in Educational Technology ISBN 1564842460 National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers: Second Edition ISBN 1564842436The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) is the trusted source for professional development, knowledge generation, advocacy and leadership for innovation. ISTE is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in improving teaching and learning by advancing the effective use of technology in PK12 and teacher education. Home of the National Educational Technology Standards (NETS), the Center for Applied Research in Educational Technology (CARET), and ISTE's annual conference (formerly known as the National Educational Computing Conference, or NECC), ISTE represents more than 100,000 professionals worldwide. We support our members with information, networking opportunities, and guidance as they face the challenge of transforming education. Some of the areas in which we publish are: Web. 2.0 in the classroomRSS, podcasts, and more National Educational Technology Standards (NETS) Professional development for educators and administrators Integrating technology into the classroom and curriculum Safe practices for the Internet and technology Educational technology for parents From School Library Journal In this offering from the International Society for Technology in Education, chapters describe, in layman terms, the technical details of how networks operate and offer advice on how they can be effectively managed. The broad categories of computers on a network, fundamental communication standards, and devices that interconnect them or protect them from unwanted intrusion are all explained. Subsequent sections discuss various operating systems and widearea networks. The appendixes include best practices for managing network operations, tips on longterm planning and management, acquisition issues, and national educational technology standards. Techsavvy librarians who are tasked with network responsibilities, and those who just want to know more about this technology, will definitely want to purchase this resource.Jessica Foster, Fairfax County Public Schools, VACopyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.