Synopses & Reviews
Bring a World of Knowledge into Your Classroom with the Power of the Internet! Everyone talks about the Internet, but how do you use it as a classroom tool? Veteran educator Bard Williams has updated this award-winning book with more tips, techniques, and tools to help you access the latest online educational resources. Whether you teach kindergarten or high school, he gives you easy-to-follow, practical advice on Web searches, e-mail, downloads, online databases, Web cameras, Web telephony, and more all you and your students need to get the most out of the infobahn. Valuable Bonus CD Includes:
- MindSpring Internet Access:
- Microsoft Internet Explorer 5
- Netscape Communicator 4.5
- Freeware version of Eudora Lite 3.1.3 by QUALCOMM, Inc.
- Trial version of Dreamweaver 2.0 by Macromedia, Inc.
- Shareware version of Stuffit Lite 3.6 by Aladin Systems, Inc.
- Shareware version of WinZip 7 by Nico Mak Computing, Inc.
Shareware programs are fully functional, free trial versions of copyrighted programs. If you like particular programs, register with their authors for a nominal fee and receive licenses, enhanced versions, and technical support. Freeware programs are free, copyrighted games, applications, and utilities. You can copy them to as many PCs as you like free but they have no technical support. System Requirements: 486 or faster PC with Windows 3.1 or later, or 68030 or faster Mac OS computer with system 7.55 or higher; 16 MB RAM (32 MB recommended); a CD-ROM drive, double-speed (2X) or faster; a modem (28,800 bps or faster) or network connection (regular access charges apply). (Mac users: Separate system requirements apply for the Dreamweaver trial. See Appendix D for details.)
Inside, get helpful advice on how to:
- Try dozens of teacher-tested activities that use the Internet in the classroom
- Download documents, programs, sounds, and movies from the Internet
- Know where you're going with a directory of over 180 educational Web sites
- Explore video and multimedia on the Web
- Master searching, e-mailing, chat, FTP, and more
- Find out about school networks and alternative connection opportunities
- Discover how to Webcast from your classroom
Synopsis
These practical, fun, and easy-to-use computer books help users become more effective at work, home, or play.
Updated to include the latest classroom-friendly Web sites and online educational resources, this classic guide is the only book teachers need to make the most of the Internet at school. The Mac- and Windows-compatible CD-ROM is packed with popular Internet software.
Synopsis
What's a teacher to do? The Internet has taken the world by storm; but if you're like most teachers, you probably don't have the time to do your own research regarding the best way to use the Internet in the classroom. Let
The Internet For Teachers, 3rd Edition, do it for you. Loaded with easy-to-follow steps and practical advice,
The Internet For Teachers, 3rd Edition, provides a quick overview that explains the basics of the Internet, outlines why you may want to use it, and lets you know what to be aware of with your students. Run through the basics of using the World Wide Web for yourself, and then find out how it can benefit you and your students in the classroom.
The Internet has created an interpersonal networking revolution, and The Internet For Teachers, 3rd Edition, gives you the tools to get connected. You'll also have no problems finding exactly what you're looking for with the extensive directory in The Internet For Teachers, 3rd Edition. This book also takes you through a concise overview of CyberJourneys, one of the hottest new uses for the Internet in the classroom. And as a bonus, the book's CD-ROM is loaded with useful shareware, freeware, and demos that can help you start using everything the Internet has to offer you.
Description
System requirements for accompanying computer disc: 486 or faster PC with Windows 3.1 or later or Macintosh with 68020 or faster processor; System 7.5 or later; 16 MB RAM.
About the Author
About the Author Bard Williams, Ed.D., is an educational technology consultant for Apple Computer, Inc., and the author of two previous editions of this book. A former middle school teacher and public school district technology coordinator, he has dedicated his career to helping teachers understand computer technology.
Table of Contents
Introduction.
PART I: Knowledge Is Power: The Internet in Education.
Chapter 1: Roots and Reasons: What Is the Internet, Anyway?
Chapter 2: Does the Internet Really Belong in Schools?
Chapter 3: I Told You So: Net Responsibility.
PART II: Ready, Set, Web!
Chapter 4: Getting Started.
Chapter 5: Jumping into the World Wide Web (WWW).
Chapter 6: Exploring with Explorer.
Chapter 7: Navigating with Navigator.
Chapter 8: The Search Is On.
Chapter 9: Safe Surfing in the Schoolhouse.
Chapter 10: Spinning Your Own Web.
PART III: Communicate, Collaborate, Celebrate.
Chapter 11: E-Mail: You'll Get Hooked!
Chapter 12: Mailing Lists-R-Us.
Chapter 13: Be a NewsGroupie.
Chapter 14: Chatting on the Net.
Chapter 15: I Want My FTP!
Chapter 16: Webcams in the Classroom.
Chapter 17: New Net Tools and Issues.
The Internet for Teachers Directory.
PART IV: Teaching with Terabytes.
Chapter 18: CyberTeachers, CyberLearners.
Chapter 19: Cyber Journeys: Learning Expeditions into the Net.
Chapter 20: Rockin' Rubrics and Web Page Evaluation.
PART V: The Part of Tens: The Net-Ready Educator.
Chapter 21: Ten (-Plus) Ideas for E-mail Exchanges.
Chapter 22: Ten Tips for Teaching Others about the Internet.
Chapter 23: After Recess: Ten Net Trends You Should Know.
Chapter 24: Ten Cool Sources for Online Projects.
Chapter 25: Ten Virtual Field Trips.
PART VI: Appendixes.
Appendix A: When Things Go Wrong.
Appendix B: Glossary.
Appendix C: Getting Connected: You've Got Options.
Appendix D: About the CD.
Index.
IDG Books Worldwide End-User License Agreement.
Installation Instructions.
Book Registration Information.