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Worthington City Schools
From Survive to Thrive: What Great Substitute Teachers Do Differently
Thinking about signing up as a substitute teacher? Subbing is not for the faint of heart but with the help of the thoughtful advice in a detailed guide, you can develop the skills you need to be a great, professional substitute teacher.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: What Is the World Wide Web?
The World Wide Web is used every day by millions of people for everything from checking the weather to sharing cat videos. But what is it exactly? Twila Camp describes this interconnected information system as a virtual city that...
Randall Davis
Esl Net World: What Is the Internet?
This resource is a good tutorial introduction to the Internet and its basic parts provided for by ESL NetWorld.com. It describes a short history and the different components of the Internet.
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Why the Net? An Interactive Tool for the Classroom
This online workshop for integrating technology in the classroom features topics on how to use the Internet for educational purposes. Content includes a full explanation, demonstrations, explorations, and guidelines for implementation....
US Department of Education
Us Dept. Of Education: Parents Guide to the Internet
This site from the US Dept. of Education provides an excellent guide for parents and teachers alike. Content includes simple explanations of the Internet and all its offerings, as well as tools to help adults limit a child's exposure to...
US Department of Education
Us Dept. Of Education: Parents Guide to the Internet
This site from the US Dept. of Education provides an excellent guide for parents and teachers alike. Content includes simple explanations of the Internet and all its offerings, as well as tools to help adults limit a child's exposure to...
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: The Hidden Network That Makes the Internet Possible
What is fiber optics and how does it work? Sajan Saini explores the vital technology.
Childnet
Childnet: Online Safety: Music, Film, Tv and the Internet
While the internet plays home to a fantastic range of content, not all of this content is accessed legally. It can be challenging to encourage children and young people to change the source of their content, particularly if they are not...
Other
Uk Information Commissioner's Office: What Is Personal Information? [Pdf]
In this lesson, students will develop their understanding of what is meant by 'personal information' and will create a chart with their own personal information. The exercise will help them to understand how to be careful with sharing...
Other
Indiana University Knowledge Base: What Is Ftp?
Information about the File Transfer Protocol, and how it is used to transfer files.
Other
Plagiarism.org: What Is Plagiarism?
This resource created for educators who are concerned over the growing problem of Internet plagiarism, offers a detailed overview of what plagiarism is, why students plagiarize, different types of plagiarism, and some plagiarism...
Other
Welcome to the Web: Web Browsers
Welcome to the Web is an interactive set of web pages which can be used to teach children (and adults) about the Internet. This section deals with using web browsers.
Tech Target
What Is: Find a Tech Definition: Encyclopedia
Students can explore a wealth of encyclopedic definitions and topics regarding the internet and computers with this resource.
TESL Journal
The Internet Tesl Journal: Copyright Issues on the Web
Specific, easy to read guidelines on Copyright and Plagiarism regulations. Focuses on use of Internet material. Includes clear definitions and copyright information listings. A great resource to prevent plagiarism on your site and in...
Other
Wbur: New England's Electric Power Grid Is Undergoing a Transformation
This article discusses New England's developing hybrid power grid, a network that relies on a variety of energy resources, including fuels and alternative energy sources and technologies. The ongoing transformation to renewable energy is...
Other
Internet 101: Internet Basics
Internet 101 walks you through the basics of the Internet, including how it all works and how to move around.
Other
Learn the net.com: Evaluating Online Information: Fact or Fiction
How can you determine if online information is fact or fiction? Use this online article to become more computer literate in this topic. Includes a video.
Other
Learn the Net: Internet Lesson Plans for Teachers
This resource provides lesson plans for teachers.
Tech Target
Tech Target: What Is?
An extensive online dictionary for thousands of the most current IT-related words. Browse alphabetically or by catagories like "Software," "Internet," "Computing fundamentals," "Networking" and more.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: What Is Gis?
Geographic information systems (GIS) are important technology that allows rapid study and use of spatial information. GIS have become increasingly prevalent in industry and the consumer/internet world in the last 20 years. Historically,...
Common Sense Media
Common Sense Media: Education: The Change You Want to See
Research shows that happiness in life is less about what you do and more about why you do it. When your actions have purpose, they lead to positive results -- both for you and the world. Help students use the power of the internet to...
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: Socialism
Links to a wide variety of socialism resources. Selections marked "at this site" are parts of the Internet Modern History Sourcebook, and all others are outside resources.
Other
Use Mod Wiki: What Is a Wiki?
An explanation in question-and-answer form about wikis. Explains basic concepts, derivation of the name, and how to get started with this type of internet communication.
Common Sense Media
Common Sense Media: Education: You've Won a Prize!: Grades 3 5
Young scholars learn what spam is, the forms it takes, and then identify strategies for dealing with it. They compare junk mail to spam, learn tips for handling spam safely, and use those tips to answer questions on the student handout...