With this environment, it is increasingly important for social studies teachersto help students
acquire the
skills to deal
independently and effectively withmassive amounts of information (Fitzpatrick, 2000; Rice & Wilson, 1999; Risinger, 1998; Saye, 1998; see also Doolittle & Hicks, 2003, for an overview).
On a personal level she has the strong listening
skills needed to
acquire and comprehend user requirements and is more than competent on
independently working on most phases of development activities.