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Peer reviewedPohan, Cathy; Mathison, Carla – Social Studies Review, 1998
Defines a "WebQuest" as an inquiry-oriented activity in which some or all of the information that learners interact with comes from resources on the Internet. Outlines six critical attributes of a WebQuest and provides a sample lesson. The lesson outlines the connections between democratic principles and pluralistic education. (MJP)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Democratic Values, Educational Resources
Peer reviewedKrup, Carol; Mayton, Thomas – Social Studies Review, 1998
Profiles a teacher workshop sponsored by the School of California On-line Resources in Education (SCORE). The teachers developed units of instruction using problem-based learning (a constructivist approach where students discover techniques and information to solve problems) and combining them with Web-based information and tools. Briefly…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education
