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Differences in Knowledge-Building Between Two Types of Networked Learning Environments: An Information-Flow Analysis.
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Oshima, Jun – Journal of Educational Computing Research, 1998
Examines how elementary school students improved their scientific discourse on a computer-networked database environment called Computer-Supported Intentional Learning Environments (CSILE). Results showed that system affordance specially designed for jointly written discourse in the discussion-note based (D-CSILE) configuration significantly…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Networks, Cooperative Learning, Databases
Integration of Computer Technology and Interactive Learning in Geographic Education.
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Bishop, Michael P.; And Others – Journal of Geography in Higher Education, 1995
Contends that the rapid proliferation of computer technology is dramatically improving geographic instruction. Describes how instructors can identify and access easily Internet resources using Mosaic software. Concludes that these diverse and informative materials can be used in a wide variety of pedagogical tasks. (CFR)
Descriptors: Classroom Techniques, Computer Networks, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education
Social Studies Online Resources. Media Corner.
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Wilson, Jeri, Ed. – Social Studies and the Young Learner, 1995
Maintains that three types of social studies activities are found on the information highway: (1) electronic mail; (2) information; and (3) conferencing. Describes examples of each. Discusses commercial services and resource materials and provides references to online services. (CFR)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Databases, Educational Change
The Internet: A Curriculum Warehouse for Social Studies Teachers.
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Boldt, David J.; And Others – Social Studies, 1995
Provides an introduction to the Internet with special focus on access issues, electronic communication, and tools for making the Internet easier to use. Identifies selected Internet resources appropriate for social studies. Includes three lesson plan ideas and five tables listing Internet resources. (CFR)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Development, Databases