Sample Learning Environments

The following are examples of interesting learning environments, some virtual and some real. The first stop examines virtual museums, including: a multimedia view of some of the classics, such as in art, music, and even some scenery, The Smithsonian Institute from Washington, D.C., Field Museum from Chicago, and Newseum, a News Museum. Also note the Cincinnati Zoo.

All students should visit the White House.

While the following indicates it is for middle school, it is for all levels. The Cyberspace Middle School

Studying the history of toys could provide an integrative topic that could open many doors such as looking at toys as a view into the society at the time--hence, opening doors to history of the society. Experimentation of the functioning of some of the toys can open the door to mathematics and science. And so on. How about seeing what is going on in History of Toys.. The next link continues the history of toys theme to outdoor toys: Outdoors Games. Additional "toys" for consideration include:

Some places are designed especially for children. Consider the following: MaMaMedia, Kids on the Web. or child friendly sites.

Check out the Childrens' Writing Resource Center, Cyberkids, and Explore GeoCities!

Sample areas for THEMATIC UNITS include:

Sample school settings include:

The next two places suggest virtual cities. Through such activities students' imaginations can become engaged. How about building a city in cyberspace where the constructors work with others.

The JASON Project is a living working environment. Be sure to visit it. Also check out the Mars Project and Mission to Mars.

Virtual Tourist provides adventure throughout the world. Go to the world map and click on the area you would like to visit and study. Bon Voyage!

Current events can provide many educational experiences. For example, check out:

Sense making often comes with collecting data and making sense of it in order to project into the future. For example, consider the following: Census Information