The Promise and Problems of English On-line: A Primer for High School Teachers

Outlines the major issues and dilemmas regarding the Internet and education. Discusses in detail both its promise (with regard to communication; references and resources; publication; hypertext; hypertext and reading; hypertext and writing; and hypertext, image, and sound) and its problems (inappropriate and inaccurate materials, educational distractions, and expense). Suggests five guidelines to help schools exploit the technology’s potential strengths.