Wednesday, March 7
2:10-2:30 PM
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Kindergartners reach Timbuktu - Three International Web Sites

Brief Paper ID: 36477
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    Jim Barry
    California Institute of Technology, Polytechnic School

Abstract: Web sites address limitations as well as strengths. In the case of African Art sites that use YouTube we see masks being danced as never before. Unlike many research projects students will not find answers to their searches every time and yet will still find interesting material along the way. The visual strengths of Kindergartners lead them to examine photos and ask cultural questions which may be relayed to other classes. Demonstrating math in an active fashion allows them to “write” the problems. Finally translation into multiple languages presents an easy way to flip through variations on their own questions and greetings. The webs we have built in Africa are strong on visual presentation as is appropriate for teachers who are “digital immigrants”, who did not even grow up with typewriters. A school website is a cost-effective tool for educators and provides visible presence, contact information and a place for localized curriculum.

Presider: Michiko Kobayashi, Southern Utah University

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