This issue of the IT Journal presents the notion that great ideas come in small packages. Looking from the past to the present and into the future, we devote this issue to changing attitudes in education and changing perspectives about the future of our profession. These two articles highlight key issues and concerns that we as educational technologists face as our profession moves into the next century.

Elaine Bartley argues that change will only occur in teacher education once the powerful element of human support is present. Her emphasis on the importance of the human element in affecting change through the instructional integration of technology provides compelling insight through personal stories told by her as well as other professional teachers in the K-12 environment. Philip Molebash looks to the past by documenting the history of technology as it has been used in educational settings, then proceeds to predict the future role of technology in schools.

The forum for presenting these issues would not have occurred if it had not been for Dr. Mable Kinzie who has provided her subtle, yet essential support to this journal in its transition to the new online format. Marti Julian, the Executive Editor, has provided countless hours of cooperation and collaboration in producing this journal. Special thanks to those who took the time to read manuscripts and offer their professional perspectives on our field: Shelby Cantley, Scott Gillespie, Dave Lewis, Michael Reese, Mark Smith, and Jennifer Beck-Wilson.

Small issue, small ideas? On the contrary, this issue represents the quality and quantity of thought that goes into producing a professional journal. Reflect and enjoy the 1999 IT Journal!