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Using the Internet to Enhance Science Curriculum (K-12)/Semester Course

 

The Internet is full of wonderful science resources. In this course, you will learn where to find them. Comprehensive lists of sites will be provided, but time will also be spent helping you develop effective search strategies so that you may find quality resources on your own. You will also learn how to evaluate the content of sites you find. You will have the opportunity to revise existing lesson plans, thematic units, and activities to incorporate online resources and references.

"I love the progression and order of activities the class presents. Each step builds on the other until you've reached the end! This is very helpful! - Alexandria Lafferty

 

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Topical Outline / Click here to request a copy of the syllabus

Unit One

  • Key Internet Terms
  • Introduction to Online Resources
  • Assignment #1: Write an autobiography/Write an article reflection

Unit Two

  • Effective Internet Search Strategies for Science Resources
  • Using Bookmarks
  • Saving Internet Resources
  • Assignment #2: Find ten science websites

Unit Three

  • Science Standards
  • Boolean Searching
  • Assignment #3: Select science standards

Unit Four

  • Internet Security
  • Interactive Science Websites
  • Assignment #4: Participate in an online interactive website

Unit Five

  • Joining Science Listservs
  • Citing Internet Sources
  • Assignment #5: Locate a new interactive science website

Unit Six

  • Excellent Science Websites
  • Virtual Science Field Trips
  • Assignment #6: Create an online science scavenger hunt