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Computer Education for Teachers: Integrating Technology into Classroom Teaching, 4/e
Vicki Sharp, University of California - Northridge
The Internet and the Web

Chapter Overview

This chapter describes networking and how it operates. An historical background of the Internet is given, along with issues to consider using the Internet. The World Wide Web as an invaluable resource is explained, as well as popular on-line services. Distance learning its implications are explored. The chapter concludes with Internet sites on the Web’s origins, online encyclopedias and dictionaries, and distance education sites.

 









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