It's like knocking over bookcases and trying to find information in the jumble. However, that isn' t enough. Students need to make critical distinctions. They need to learn that everything on the Web doesn't have equal weight. And parents can help.
Younger children can have a particularly difficult time finding appropriate sites.
Parents can offer help and guidelines in a child's search to make sure they are turning to sites that reflect their interests and ability. Sullivan also suggests that parents look over assignments that include Web addresses. Many parents fear that children will access sites that contain sexually explicit material. But Nelson points out that is difficult to stumble onto an X-rated Web site. Nelson suggests that parents and children discuss what is and isn't appropriate.