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there a method for contacting other people, such as a chat room for
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When selecting web sites,
CD-ROMs, and other electronic information resources for young women, those
that allow for contact with live individuals, as well as resources that
couch information in terms of human relationships, are preferable.
Women
tend to value computers for their ability to connect them with other human
beings and as tools that facilitate communication with other
people.
Most importantly, women are more apt to respond positively to information
presented in terms of human relationships than to information presented
for information’s sake alone. Conversely, men tend to view computers
as tools, valuable and impressive as examples of technological power.
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Good
examples that enable social connectivity:
Mad
Sci Network (web
site)
Grades
K & up. Drawing
on a volunteer crew of more than 500 scientists across the
globe, the Mad Sci Network enables users to ask scientists
questions related to any science discipline.
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National
Geographic’s Xpeditions Communications Center
(web site)
Grades
K – 12.This section
of the National Geographic web site allows users to join in
on geography and other related discussions in an open forum.
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Pogo.com
(web games)
Grades: 7 & up.
This site offers a large collection of classic games online,
such as checkers, trivia games, and crossword puzzles. Users
can play against other players online while chatting in real
time. Warning: This site involves interaction with unknown
individuals. Be careful not to divulge any personal information
(when registering or when chatting), such as your name, age,
or where you live.
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