Publisher's Synopsis
During the past decade the educational use of telecommunications has mushroomed internationally. This special issue features articles by leaders in educational telecomputing from across the world who share their research findings; describe their innovative practices and projects; and discuss national and international trends and ethical, legal, and policy issues related to the application of telecommunications to education. Their work provides an important framework for thinking about research questions, methods, and findings in current and future learning applications of computer-mediated communications. It also offers useful insights on exemplary practices; notable research findings; international trends; and significant ethical, legal, and policy issues related to the application of telecommunications to education.