The subject provides a theoretical and hands-on approach to World Wide Web design and publishing; efficient WWW access, search, retrieval and evaluation strategies; an incorporation of the WWW as a teaching and learning cognitive tool in schools, higher education and/or industry workplaces. Other areas examined include: the links between various learning theories (eg. objectivist, constructivist and post structuralist theory) and WWW teaching and learning; the nature of learning and teaching with flexible open learning modes of delivery and inclusive issues of gender, culture and disability. Opportunity to explore and engage with educational programs available on the WWW will be provided, leading to a critical overview of local and national initiatives. The subject is designed to provide relevant, individualised, situated learning activities that take into account current and intended work contexts.