Considers what computers contribute to the work of historians, and of history teachers, that is specific to the nature of computers and cannot be accomplished by other tools available to historians today. Suggests that simulation games and databases be used to reduce the historian's unspoken biases when examining the conditions of historical…

Highlights some guiding principles for developing a website and addresses various topics about software and website needs in the history classroom. Provides suggestions for the content of a college history website: (1) support materials; (2) exchange of ideas; (3) information-transfer and skill-building activities; (4) scholarship resources; and…

Characterizes a history course at Texas A&M University-Kingsville entitled "Methods of Historical Research" that focuses on the philosophy of history, research methods, and computer technology. Reveals how the philosophy of history and research methods aspects are intertwined and discusses the changes in the course due to advances in…

Presents a hypermedia scrapbook assignment in which students identified seven key objects, feelings, or concepts that they felt were important to them in order to enhance their historical reflection. Conveys that the assignment focused on nonlinear ways of thinking and helped students develop a sensitivity towards evidence. (CMK)