iCivics
County Basics
To understand the concept of a county government system, scholars read a short passage, view a helpful visual aid, use the web to conduct some research about their local areas, and then answer related questions online.
ProCon
Net Neutrality
Should net neutrality be restored? Scholars prepare for a class debate on the topic using the included website. After reading a brief introduction to the issue, they review the main pros and cons in an attempt to arrive at an informed...
Annenberg Foundation
Geometry 3D Shapes: Euler's Theorem
How do you get a theorem named after you? Euler knows what it takes! The third lesson of five asks pupils to use an interactive activity to compare the faces, vertices, and edges of seven different three-dimensional solids. They use...
University of North Carolina
Blogs
The blogosphere may be overwhelmed with content, but there's still room for unique points of view. Creating a blog that stands out, however, is the bigger challenge. A handout on blogs, part of a series of handouts on specific writing...
PBS
Latino Americans: Timeline of Important Dates
From 1500-2000, an interactive timeline details important events related to Latino Americans. Next, to each date are small, yet informative blurbs—some of which include videos.
Media Smarts
Be Web Aware : Excessive Internet Use
This informative article looks into the concern that some teens spend excessive time using the internet and have become addicted to it. Online video and gaming concerns and tips for parents are included.
Other
Elmer the Safety Elephant: Internet Safety
Elmer the Safety Elephant wants every child to stay safe using the internet. Elmer goes through important safety rules with kid-friendly explanations. Coloring pages and craft activities are provided to reinforce the concepts, as well as...
Other
Wise Kids: Online Safety Tips for Kids
A good list of rules to govern your Internet use, with explanations for each. It also includes an Internet Safety Agreement that covers the same rules and that teachers or parents can print out and ask students to sign.
Get Safe Online
Get Safe Online: Safe Internet Use
No matter what software a person uses to browse the internet, there are security risks involved. This article describes some of the security risks and how to browse the internet safely.
Other
Broadband Now: The Living Internet
How much do you really know about the Internet? How does it work? Who invented it? The Living Internet has answers to these questions and just about everything else you ever wanted to know about our online world. Sections on: Internet,...
Other
Get Net Wise: Online Safety Guide
All aspects of internet use and safety are addressed in this informative site. Suitable for all ages, topics covered include the many kinds of internet and technology risks, safety tips for all ages, and more.
Other
University of Idaho: Information Literacy: Understanding the Internet
One-page article that explains the use of the Internet, URLs, and domain names.
Center for Innovation in Engineering and Science Education, Stevens Institute of Technology
Ciese Collaborative Projects: Down the Drain: How Much Water Do You Use?
How much water do you use everyday? Find out in this engaging investigation, where you compare your water usage with your classmates and other people around the world. An exploration filled with lots of math and science that students are...
Get Safe Online
Get Safe Online: Videos
There are many security threats today associated with internet use. This site presents some online videos that discuss security issues such as online rip-off schemes, protecting privacy, and protecting your computer from online attacks.
Other
Net Smartz Kids
A tremendous and comprehensive resource for students learning about the internet. The characters come to life through animation and instruct students on the proper and safe way to use the internet.
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Fbi: A Parent's Guide to Internet Safety [Pdf]
This FBI site provides some basic guidelines for kids while they use the Web. Content also includes Internet law enforcement stories and a parent's guide to Internet Safety.
Other
The Internet Content Rating Association: Homepage
This organization from The Internet Content Rating Association is an international, independent organization that empowers the public, especially parents, to make informed decisions about electronic media by means of the open and...
Other
U.s. Securities and Exchange Commission: Internet Fraud
"This alert tells you how to spot different types of Internet fraud, what the SEC is doing to fight Internet investment scams, and how to use the Internet to invest wisely."
Get Safe Online
Get Safe Online: Use Strong Passwords
Almost everyone that uses the internet accesses a site that requires a password. This site describes how to create strong passwords that are not easily guessed or cracked.
Other
A Workshop on Inquiry Based Learning Using the Internet
This site is a workshop on inquiry-based learning using the Internet.
Other
The Internet Tourbus: A Closer Look at Cookies
An interesting and informative article about cookies, the small bits of data that web servers store on your computer to enhance your web surfing. Clearly explains the uses and benefits and dispels common myths.
Other
Bitlaw: Fair Use in Copyright
An article that explains the "fair Use" issues in the copyright law.
Scholastic
Scholastic: Safety on the Net
Reproducible page to instruct your students on internet safety. Additional reproducible pages explain email and email address conventions.
Other
Net Smartz Kids
This interactive resource for children teaches all about using the Internet safely. Children will enjoy the colorful games and activities while learning about topics such as protecting personal information, passwords, computer viruses,...
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