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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about education topics on ENC Online, including how to submit articles to ENC.

  1. What does ENC do for teachers?
  2. How can I find lesson plans for a specific subject area?
  3. How can I find web sites for a specific subject area?
  4. Can ENC help my school find curriculum evaluation information?
  5. Where can I find information about state frameworks and national standards?
  6. Where can I find evaluative information about published standardized tests?
  7. How can I write for ENC Focus?
  8. Can ENC help me with my homework?
  9. How do I contact ENC?
  1. What does ENC do for teachers?

    ENC provides a wealth of information for K-12 math and science teachers on this web site. Among the many resources you will find here, we recommend...

    • Curriculum Resources--a catalog of information about more than 22,000 K-12 math and science curriculum materials, many with teacher comments and evaluations.
    • Digital Dozen--a monthly selection of twelve of the best Internet sites for math and science education.
    • Classroom Calendar--a month-by-month calendar full of online resources and lesson suggestions.
    • ENC Focus--a magazine for classroom teachers with articles on a wide range of topics, many written by classroom teachers and linked to discussion forums.
    • Lessons & Activities--links to lessons for math and science on the Internet.
    • By Your Own Design--a guide to creating your own personal professional development plan, with a wealth of resources to help you.

    In addition to the materials available through this web site, ENC also offers free print resources, a free library reference service, and demonstration site and access center locations across the nation.


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  2. How can I find lesson plans for a specific subject area?

    The Curriculum Resources area of ENC Online lets you search for materials appropriate for students in your particular situation. These materials come from many different sources (publishers, educational organizations, and federal agencies) and in all forms (books, software, kits, and web sites).

    Another way to locate web-based lessons and activities is to visit the Lessons & Activities area within Web Links. Once there, you have the option to look at math, science, or general education topics before making a selection that will take you to a list of online lessons and activities.


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  3. How can I find web sites for a specific subject area?

    There are two ways to use ENC to locate web sites. The Curriculum Resources area of ENC Online provides access to a huge collection of math and science teaching materials. From simple search, select "web sites" from the resource type pull-down menu. From advanced search, select "Internet Resource" from the media type list.

    Another way to locate web sites is to visit the extensive Web Links area of ENC Online. Once there, you may browse for sites by math or science terms or by type of site--sites are divided into several categories and subcategories because ENC provides links to so many web resources.


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  4. Can ENC help my school find curriculum evaluation information?

    ENC does not evaluate any of the materials contained in our collection. However, we do attempt to find evaluative information from others and provide links to that information within the catalog records. See the full catalog record to locate evaluative information. Not all records will contain this type of information. Both the Basic Search and Advanced Search offer the opportunity to retrieve only evaluated materials.

    Another resource that may be of use is Guidebook to Examine School Curricula. (NOTE: title will link to <<http://www.enc.org/topics/assessment/timss/kit/document.shtm?input=ACQ->>). This document, published by the U.S. Department of Education as part of TIMSS and available on ENC Online, describes processes for curriculum analyses and includes textbook evaluation instruments from the National Science Foundation and the California Department of Education.


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  5. Where can I find information about state frameworks and national standards?

    ENC has made a special effort to provide a complete a collection of state and national frameworks. Many documents are available in full text. In the Standards & Frameworks section, you will find national and state standards, links to state departments of education, and related resources.


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  6. Where can I find evaluative information about published standardized tests?

    ENC suggests two resources that review published tests: Mental Measurements Yearbook and Tests in Print. These texts provide information about major tests, including evaluations and contact information for the publishers. These resources are considered standard references in any university or college that has an education or psychology department and may be available in large public libraries as well. Buros, the publisher of both resources, provides web access to the published descriptions and reviews for a fee. See for more information and a list of tests.

    Buros Institute of Mental Measurements. (2003). The Mental Measurements Yearbook. Lincoln, NJ: Author. (Published periodically.)

    Buros Institute of Mental Measurements. (2003). Tests in Print. Lincoln, NE: Author. (Published periodically.)

    The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) periodically examines state and national level standards, assessments, and achievement as measured in a variety of ways. See the of their web site to learn more about their analyses.


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  7. How can I write for ENC Focus?

    Many of the articles in ENC Focus are written by teachers, and we encourage you to submit articles for upcoming issues. For more information about how to submit articles to ENC Focus, including a list of suggested topics, see the Writer's Guidelines.


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  8. Can ENC help me with my homework?

    ENC is a K-12 mathematics and science resource for students, parents, and educators. Our services include reference assistance, but we do not have the resources to address individual tutoring or homework assistance requests. We suggest the following strategies to help answer your questions:

    • Personal assistance is often the best choice for help with your homework. A good place to begin would be to talk to your teacher, your school or public librarian, your parents, or your school counselor.
    • Community resources may help. Your public librarian can help you find them. Try a local college or university education department, local youth groups, religious organizations, or the tutoring section of your telephone book's yellow pages.

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  9. How do I contact ENC?

    By Mail:
    Eisenhower National Clearinghouse
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    Columbus, OH 43210

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    You always have the option to contact ENC by using the Ask ENC web form.


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