Outreach Programs & Solutions
Educational Outreach. Merriam-Webster defines 'outreach' as "the extending of services or assistance beyond current or usual limits." Outreach programs are extensions of the normal services, duties or obligations of an institution, whether it be a college/university or corporate entity. For these establishments, an outreach program is generally considered to be a "giving back" to the community (or nation) which supports them. Colleges and universities frequently establish outreach programs to provide breaking news and current research results to schools. Businesses inform and educate their communities. The use of the internet has eliminated distance barriers, offering information and solutions not previously available in isolated areas. Learn more from these links.
Anglia Campus, United Kingdom
Education links from this U.K. subscription service includes learning resources and activities for school and home, and multimedia material.
Apple Computer Corporation: Apple Learning Interchange
Apple Computer offers this K-12 resource center focusing on professional development, materials sharing, and educational technology networking.
Bell Atlantic: Children's Education Resources Guide
Helping educators and school leaders make the most of the FCC's Universal Service Fund with background information and application guidelines.
Classroom Corporate Connection: The Chalkboard
Free educational resources offered by corporations include classroom materials, grants, mentoring programs, speakers, tutorials and workshops.
Compaq Computer Corporation: Education Zone
Case studies accenting industry partnerships and alliances in K-12 and higher education, a product catalog, technology essays and related links.
Gateway 2000: Education Products Information Guide
Look here for descriptions of this company's computer packages, which are available to K-12 schools and to colleges and universities as well.
Hot Source, Melbourne, Australia
International news on issues affecting learning technologies; a product catalog, professional development courses and handy technology tips.
Intel Corporation: Education Resources Guide
Access to The Journey Inside newsletter, details on technology grants and scholarships, and current news briefs related education and technology.
International Business Machines Corporation: Higher Education Resources Guide
Find out about IBM Global Campus, ThinkPad University, Lotus Learning Space, and On-Demand Learning through case studies and white papers.
Microsoft Corporation: Children's K-12 Education Resources Guide
Read a weekly newsletter and case studies supporting the need for technology in education and technology training opportunities for students.
Microsoft Corporation: Education Products Resources Guide
Read online magazines which discuss educational technology issues and advancements -- and advertise Microsoft's involvement in the arena.
Microsoft Corporation: Higher Education Products Information and Resources Guide
Company advertisement and magazine promoting the integration of advanced technology in colleges, using the company's own academic software.
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill: Cisco Educational Archives
Get wiring details for universities, schools, and libraries; internet-based lesson plans for teachers; and helpful planning and funding tips.