Arts High School - Newark
January 24, 2001

Purpose

The purpose of today's session is to learn how to use the Internet by experiencing the technology first-hand. It is designed for the novice with no prior experience. We will explain the different parts of Internet Explorer, and let you practice your surfing skills through guided activities.  You will obtain a free e-mail account and learn how to compose, send and read e-mail messages. 

What is the Internet ?

• Introduction to the Internet
• Advanced Tutorial

Browser Basics Using Internet Explorer

• Navigating the World Wide Web
• Internet Explorer 5.0 Online Tutorial

• What is E-Mail?
• Setting Up Free Yahoo E-Mail
• netiquette@k12science.org
• E-Mail Netiquette

• Unique and Compelling Guided Exploration
• CIESE Unique and Compelling Applications
• The CIESE Collaborative Project, Listserv, and Keypals Web Page

• Learn the Net

How Can I Get Connected ?

• Important ISP Information
• Internet Service Provider Criteria Especially for educators
• Search by Name for ISPs

• Yupi.com Translator (Online Translator)
• Altavista Translator (Online Translator)
• Spanishdict.com (Online Spanish Dictionary)
• Epals.com (e-mail pen pals in a variety of languages)