The Internet and Instruction

by Barron, Ann E.; Ivers, Karen S.

• ISBN13: 9781563083310
• ISBN10: 1563083310
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1996-05-01
• Publisher: Libraries Unltd Inc

Summary

Students can explore a variety of subjects with these cross-curricular Internet activities. Designed for educators and students, this guide to telecommunications and the Internet demystifies the technology and provides relevant, feasible, and easy-to-implement ideas and activities for the classroom. Expanded coverage of Web resources and cross-curricular activities are available in this new edition. Projects (arranged by subject area), encourage students to explore the Internet and help them learn in a variety of areas. All activities are presented in reproducible format and are readily integrated into the curriculum. The authors also give a basic overview of Internet access and navigation. A glossary, index, Internet resource list, and illustrations complete the work.

Table of Contents

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Preface
The Internet: An Educator's Perspective	p. 1
Getting Started with the Internet	p. 11
Navigating the Internet	p. 22
Internet Activities for Students: Communication and Research	p. 47
Internet Treasures for Teachers	p. 59
Science and Mathematics: Resources and Activities	p. 73
Language Arts: Resources and Activities	p. 93
Social Studies and Geography: Resources and Activities	p. 112
Music and Art: Resources and Activities	p. 130
Glossary	p. 149
Index	p. 153
Index of Internet Addresses	p. 157
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