| Reviewed: |
Jul 28, 2001 by Health Sciences |
| Overview: |
This site is designed to teach children (ages not specified but seem to be grades 4 and higher) about health, science, and technology. There are several different aspects of the site including a library of over 80 short movies on a variety of topics. There is a pop test prior to each movie to allow the student to assess prior knowledge. The presentation is concise, interesting, and uses many different approaches to the topics. |
| Learning Goals: |
Specific learning goals are not specified but the general approach seems to be to provide factual information on topics in health, science, and technology. |
| Target Student Population: |
This is not specified but appears to be grade school students including home schooled students. |
| Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills: |
There little prerequisite knowledge required. Additional links are provided to further develop topics, however. |
| Type of Material: |
This is a multi-purpose web site that has voice, video, question & answer, as well as additional text materials. |
| Technical Requirements: |
The technical requirements are very minor. Everything is point and click and not special soft wear is required. |
