WIT 2003
Types of Educational Sites
There are a vast number of educational sites on the Internet that can be categorized into seven types of applications, according to John March. The categories are enrichments, lessons, tools, references, resources, projects and activities. Click here to read about the distinctions he makes between these sites. When you finish reading, close the window to return to this module. What types of sites would you find most useful, and why?
You have just researched and read about different types of sites and seen examples. Now, take a few minutes to think about your plans for teaching when you return to your students. One or two categories may suit a current need you have. Break into groups of three to four, select two categories and brainstorm ways in which the sites could be used for teaching.
Evaluating Existing Educational Sites was created by E. Fabiyi (efabiyi@cuip.net) & L. Gool (lgool@yahoo.com) for the Web Institute for Teachers,
last updated June 6, 2003
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