Internet Guide for Teachers & Students
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This Internet guide will help educators understand and present the basic concepts of the Internet by offering definitions of relevant terms, clear explanations of concepts, useful diagrams and pictures, and many resources on the Web. For example, there is information on Internet safety, RSS feeds, blogs, technology integration, podcasts, and more. This guide is useful for teachers and students alike. |
Getting StartedPrint a worksheet that explains the organization and history of the Internet. An explanation of how computers and users connect to the Internet. The World Wide WebThe most common feature of the Internet, the World Wide Web, is explained in detail. A general overview of browsers (applications that allow you to view pages on the World Wide Web). Navigating from one page to another or from one site to another via links is examined. Discover the features of the navigation buttons and menus on browsers. By understanding the address system on the World Wide Web (URL) you will be able to navigate more easily. Learn the basics about Blogs, Podcasts, and RSS Feeds, technologies that can help you prepare for various lessons in your classroom. Finding InformationRead about the components of search engines, Web portals, Web guides, and more. This easy-to-use list of tips will help find the information you are looking for on the Web. | TelecommunicationsLearn about how email works. The key parts of email messages are explained. Use this printable to help your students find a "keypal"—penpals who write each other over the Internet. Listservs, newsgroups, and chat rooms are analyzed. NetiquetteThe rules of polite conduct and legal usage of materials are explained. Internet SafetyOne way to ensure the safety of children on the Internet is with filtering software. Find logical ways to keep children on safe sites. Try the acceptable use policy, and draft a letter to parents using the sample provided. This printable is customizable. Tailor the PDF to your teaching needs by typing in the highlighted fields before printing. Internet GlossariesOver 70 terms -- from cyberspace to spam -- are defined. The acronyms abbreviate common phrases and slang we're all familiar with, and the emoticons (also known as "smileys") combine letters, symbols, and numbers to create faces that express emotions visually. |
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