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Tools
used for Searching on The Web
I
have chosen to identify the concept of “Tools
Used For Searching On The Web.” The information was found in chapter two of
the textbook titled “Integrating
Technology In a Connected World.” According
to (Shell, Gunter, & Gunter, 2012), searching for information can be a
challenge due to the large amount of resource material available on the “Web.” Moreover,
many search engines provide the search tools to accomplish the task of
gathering research information. A search
engine is a device used to perform searches to find Web sites with a key word
search. Many search engines use multiple word searches; other uses singled one-word searches.
The
acronym HTML tags creative, stylish, and beautiful web pages that are viewed
during a search. The process consistence of gathering facts from databases and
then indexing documents and internet sites. Subject directory is another type
of tool that allows a user to search areas that may be of interest to the
person conducting the research. Other tools are included in the research method.
Web
browser software is another application used to access the Web pages. A web
browser translates what is described as a source document into a beautiful web
page each time one log on to the
internet. Many features are included. However, other applications are used with
a Web browser.
Mosaic
is another important and well know industrious software used to create
interface graphics, such as picture quality and allows pleasurable viewing for
web observation. Graphical images or
graphics are a representation of digital or non-text information used that is
created by software. Many images and designs are used with lots of colors that are
developed with the use of graphic for internet use. Sound is also a will desire
application tool found used on an internet search.
When
using the Web, one can download files and often hear a live audio, such as talk
hosts, music, speeches, or individual sound that is available to the listener. There
are many audio forms that are used on the Web. One of the most popular one is
quick time. Other are RealAudio, WAV, (Window Media Audio) MP3, and WMA. These
files must be reduced so that they can fit and be played to that they sound
like the original. The big benefit is that users can download music legally
that may have copyright contracts. The advancement of a digital mediums has advanced
and is being used daily by educators to teach in many different forms.
According
to (Shelly, Ganesh, & Jennings
1999), electronic media, began a rapid change in the role of providing
libraries with archives of paper with electronic print. Electronic journals and
digital libraries are allowing students throughout the world to conduct
research via the internet. Students are able to use reliable scholarly journal
and digital libraries for the benefit of a keystroke. With today’s technology,
the internet has made e-journals accessible to students, so they can use scholarly text daily.
E-journals has allowed electronic power and open medium to allow endless possibilities
to learning for anyone. A school made of bricks may be something of the past
with the multidimensional world filled with rich visual experiences. One can access
his or her library from his desktop. With digital capabilities, students may
seek scholarly articles for years to come.
One
other thing that I learned is that the use of networking, communicating, and
the advancement of the internet is taking learning to and whole new level. I feel that someday, all students in
throughout the world will attend school in front of their desk tops, and the
teacher may be conducting class in Russia, Africa, or China. One thing for
sure, the tools used for Web searches will only get better. The digital age is
here, and it is improving daily.
Reference
Ganesh B. & Jennings
A. (1999). Current issues in education,
Journal
artical Volume page 1 - 2, September
8,
Shelly B., Gunter A., &
Gunter E., (2012). Integrating technology in a connected world. 7th Edition.
Boston MA.,
James, I just wanted to add to your wonderful post. I also believe that one day all students will attend school in front of their desk tops. But before that, I believe that textbooks will be a thing of the past as students will be able to pick up their I-pads and read them while at home or even while at school in class. Think about the money saved if instead of new text books each year, the students simply download the text onto their tablets! With so many great applications available, their tablets are their own organizers. I currently use an I-Pad with my bilingual students and the applications have really enhanced my teaching and my students' learning.
ReplyDeleteI also believe that learning will become a world event in that students from various countries will be in class as one teacher on the other end and in ANOTHER country gives the lesson. This is already happening as many immigrant students in the United States are going to class in a Virtual School sponsored by two very prestigious universities in Mexico. They go onto the website and can see an aerial view of the university and they simply click into the building they are supposed to be in class at a designated time. Mexico realized the importance of providing degrees to their citizens abroad. this gives them an opportunity of a lifetime. the trick is getting admitted!!
Technology sure has come a long way. You are correct in that the digital age is here. I have experienced it first-hand, ready or not!!