Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences; Partnerships; and Articles, Papers, and Reports

AN-MSI: An NSF-Sponsored Collaborative Project for Better Networking

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Title:AN-MSI: An NSF-Sponsored Collaborative Project for Better Networking (ID: EDU0059)
Author(s):David Staudt and Alex Ramirez
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (2000)
Type:Articles, Papers, and Reports
Abstract:Tribal colleges, HBCUs and Hispanic-serving institutions are working together with EDUCAUSE under an NSF award to improve networks and their use at these colleges and universities. Leaders of the three communities will describe the project, the innovative ideas being developed, the progress to date, where we're headed and how others might participate.
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Digital Subscriber Line Services

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Title:Digital Subscriber Line Services (ID: EDU0047)
Author(s):Mary L. Pretz-Lawson (Carnegie Mellon University)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (2000)
Type:Articles, Papers, and Reports
Abstract:Carnegie Mellon and Stanford have independently participated in several Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) trials since 1996. In 1998-1999 both institutions rolled out respective production DSL services. Stanford partnered initially with Covad, and Carnegie Mellon with Bell Atlantic. Both universities retained responsibility for Internet Service Provider functions. Today each has 350-400 subscribers representing all campus sectors. This session will review Stanford and Carnegie Mellon's DSL configurations while focusing on the technical, operational, and support challenges.
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A Catalyst for Collaboration: Supporting Technology in Teaching through Partnerships

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Title:A Catalyst for Collaboration: Supporting Technology in Teaching through Partnerships (ID: EDU0036)
Author(s):Tom Lewis (University of Washington) and Scott Macklin (University of Washington)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (2000)
Type:Articles, Papers, and Reports
Abstract:The Web-based Catalyst Initiative was created at the University of Washington (UW) to support innovation in teaching through technology. The approach utilizes participatory design techniques in the development of next generation technologies in order to scale beyond early to second wave adopters. Catalyst is the product of a support strategy that has centered on collaborative partnerships with campus teaching practitioners -- learning, technology, and teaching research centers, libraries, and departments -- to leverage resources and spread promising practices throughout the university.
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Internal Outsourcing: Leverage Resources and Maintain Control

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Title:Internal Outsourcing: Leverage Resources and Maintain Control (ID: EDU0029)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (2000)
Type:Articles, Papers, and Reports
Abstract:Wise technology decisions are continually needed to support rapidly changing campus environments. Learn how seven diverse Florida Community Colleges combine fiscal and human resources, producing campuses with more advanced, better-managed technology. Specialized design teams combine end-user architects with technical experts to propel the colleges forward to support eApplications.
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Partnering in the Learning Marketspace

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Title:Partnering in the Learning Marketspace (ID: EDU0021)
Author(s):Linda L. Baer (Minnesota State Colleges and Universities) and Ann Hill Duin (University of Minnesota)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (2000)
Type:Articles, Papers, and Reports
Abstract:This paper presents a blueprint for helping institutions better understand who to partner with, why and how, for the purpose of establishing a learning marketspace. The development of an initial blueprint for the formation and implementation of successful e-partnerships built on relationships is discussed. A set of critical questions is included for use across multiple types of partnerships. Embracing a learning marketspace concept is imperative if we hope to engage learners with the higher education enterprise, if we hope to engage faculty with lifelong learners, and if we hope to increase the quality and quantity of citizen e-learning and achievement.
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TexShare: A Texas Library Resource Sharing Program

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Title:TexShare: A Texas Library Resource Sharing Program (ID: EDU9923)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (1999)
Type:Articles, Papers, and Reports
Abstract:TexShare is the state-funded, resource-sharing consortium of more than 170 community organizations, public and private colleges and universities, and medical and law schools and public libraries in Texas. TexShare services include consortial purchasing of electronic databases, centralized technical management of databases, the TexShare card for statewide borrowing privileges, and the TExpress Courier Service and TexTreasures. This paper covers planning and strategy, management/organization, technical infrastructure, and service delivery for TexShare.
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University of Delaware Library/Statewide K-12 Partnership Providing Online Resources and Training: UDLib/SEARCH

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Title:University of Delaware Library/Statewide K-12 Partnership Providing Online Resources and Training: UDLib/SEARCH (ID: EDU9925)
Author(s):Sandra K. Millard (University of Delaware)
Origin:Presented at EDUCAUSE Annual Conferences (1999)
Type:Articles, Papers, and Reports
Abstract:UDLib/SEARCH is a unique partnership between the University of Delaware Library and state K-12 education in Delaware. UDLib/SEARCH provides access to 16 full text databases via the Internet on the state network to all Delaware public high schools and middle schools, and training for teachers and librarians. Using $30 million in state funds, Delaware is the first state to wire every classroom in all public schools to the Internet, and UDLib/SEARCH is one of the first statewide applications on that network. This collaboration has served to further strengthen the partnership between the University, the state, and the education community.
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