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SKILL REINFORCEMENT

Although the emphasis in educational circles today is often on problem-based learning and constructivism, a basic understanding of each topic's facts or concepts also is needed. Skill drill activities allow you to teach, review, and remediate basic skills or concepts. That can be done with worksheets, of course; but what happens when you run out of new worksheets and a student still needs work?

Computers can add a fun, interactive element to drill activities, particularly as a preparation for standardized testing. Check the following sites for engaging and educational skill drill activities:

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