A pioneering middle-school teacher in Eugene, Oregon, found that harnessing the World Wide Web's vast resources can be challenging. However, structured directions and creative repackaging of "almost perfect" sites can turn the Web into a useful tool for developing reading comprehension and meeting statewide Learner Content Standards.…

This guide presents research-based teaching strategies to assist teachers in implementing the Essential Learning Skills--symbol systems, literal meaning of information, implied meaning of information, evaluation of content and use of communication skills, expression of ideas, reasoning and study skills--in all curriculum areas. The first of three…