Departments (1000-1200 words)

TIES to a BROADER NETWORK

an invited editorial by a recognized leader in a field related to technology, but usually outside of education. This department provides a forum for the author to share his or her vision of the relationship of technology to society, the economy or education, or any other appropriate topic. Topics under discussion are usually related to a feature article in the current issue.

INTERFACE

an informational article about technology as it relates to a subject not normally perceived as technological or infrequently discussed in technological terms. INTERFACE has included articles on video animation, musical instruments, dance, theater, marketing, air traffic control, audio animatronics, mathematical sculpture, etc.

TECHNOSPHERE

an article which deals with technology and technology education around the world. Subjects have ranged from appropriate technology (pedal-powered vehicles in China and impacts of technology transfer in India) to high-tech achievements abroad (the Channel Tunnel) to co-operative educational activities among the US, Japan, USSR, Canada and Europe.

TIES to TEACHING

an opportunity for educators to share their experience and opinions concerning an aspect of technology education. Subjects have included interdisciplinary activities, contexts for problem-solving activities, the portfolio, biotechnology, etc.

YOUNG INVENTORS (ENTREPRENEURS, DESIGNERS, EXPLORERS)

an article spotlighting the achievements of student technologists across the country and around the world.

PERSPECTIVE

a short article expressing opinions or insights of educators and non-educators about issues relating to technology education. Issues have included the nature of design, the goals of ties, and "technology" as a turning point in education.

PATENTS AND INNOVATIONS

an article related to current or historical inventions and innovations. Subjects have ranged from a review of inventions to advice for inventors from patent specialists to a narration of a patent models exhibit.

TIME MACHINE

an article about technology, design or invention related to a historic or speculative future context, or to the evolution of a device or system. Subjects have ranged from Morse's telegraph to the history of photography to past and future innovations in transportation.

EcoTIES

an article relating technology to environmental issues, with emphasis on suggestions for engaging students with the issue in the classroom.

PROFILE

a short article spotlighting an outstanding personality: a teacher, student, technologist or other community member whose unique story provides a stimulating role model.