Internet

In order for students to be successful, they must have a global view of their future

. The Internet is one of, if not the most important, tool a person has to be successfu

l in their future. It provides jobs, resources and communication all over the world.

What is internet?

Internet is a global system of interconnected computer networks that use the standard Internet Protocol Suite (TCP/IP) to serve

.billions of users

Importance of the internet in Education

Students can use the Internet to find information or practice skills. Internet offers math practice and homework help. Websites like National Geographic and Discovery Kids are great resources for students to learn about the world

What is Email?

Electronic mail (or email) is a way of communication. Messages, usually text, are sent from one person to another via computer.

Creating an E-mail Account

http://www.hotmail.com/

To learn more about hotmail click on All about hotmail.

Click on New Account Signup.

Fill in your personal information which includes: Name, Language, Country, State, Zip Code, Time Zone, Gender, Birth Date, Gender, and Occupation.

Notice the drop down menu which allows you to choose one of several answers. Simply click on the down arrow and drag the mouse to the option you would like to choose and when highlighted, release the button.

Creating an Account Continued

Fill in Account information which includes:

Username: Choose a username you would like to have your e-mail addressed to. You can use your name, birthdate, favorite hobby, number of children or grandchildren, or any combination of items. Some usernames may already be taken so it is important to be more unique. For example, instead of grandma@hotmail.com you could use grandmamoses@hotmail.com. It may take a few tries before you create a name that is not in use.
Password: Make the password something you can remember.
An address, birthdate, hobby, color, or object that you will remember work well.
Secret Question: If you forget your password, you will be asked the secret question of your choice.

Secret Answer: Select a question you will always know the answer to.
Registration Check: Type in the letters and/or numbers you see in the box. This step prevents companies from e-mailing unwanted solicitations to hotmail account holders.

Agree to Terms of Service: Agree to follow the terms of service by clicking on the box.

After clicking on the "I Agree" button, you will be taken to the next screen.

Accessing Your Account

Anytime you would like to access your e-mail account go to http://www.hotmail.com/.

Type in your username@hotmail.com and password and click Sign In.

If you are using a private computer and would like the computer to sign you in automatically, click the box under password.
If you are using a public computer, click the box under sign in to keep your e-mail address and password private.

One of the reasons the Internet is so important in education is because of the wealth of information the Internet contains. Of course, this is can be a disadvantage, since there is so much information. Also,it is difficult to find the book you want from

library BUT it is easy to finrd it in the internet.