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Wisc-Online: Wisconsin Online Resource Center
This site is a repository of Web-based games and activities called “learning objects."
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http://www.wisc-online.com

	CONTENT: This site is a repository of Web-based games and activities called “learning objects." The materials can be used online for free or purchased and downloaded for use offline.
	SITE DESIGN: The site has an attractive, uncluttered interface. To access the learning objects (games and other activities), users must first complete the free registration. Once inside the site, the learning objects are categorized by subject area and can be searched by keyword. The newest additions to the site can be perused without registration by clicking on the link at the bottom of the page.
	REVIEW: This site offers a wide variety of learning objects -- self-contained, Web-based chunks of learning that can be embedded in a learning activity, lesson, unit, or course. Learning objects include assessments, animations, simulations, case studies, interactions, drills, and templates. Learning objects are available for a range of subject areas and can be used online for free or downloaded and used offline. The feature called “My Favorite Objects" allows users to link to favorite learning objects on their own Web site.
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