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CNN shared this interactive infographic on global energy consumption from 1980 to 2007.

Very nice website for finding collaborative projects on a global level. 

Collaborative story writing and illustrating for students k-5.

Wonderful visualization of global risks and their interconnectivity. Would be a great discussion or paper starter.

Site with fascinating and beautiful statistical visualizations.

"Gapminder Foundation now fills the Trendalyzer with statistical content and use the resulting animations to fulfill our aim by:

* Making time series freely available in Gapminder World and Gapminder Countries.
* Producing videos, Flash presentations and PDF charts showing major global development trends with animated statistics and colorful graphics.

All with the intention of being a "fact tank" that promotes a fact based world view."

Save Our Sounds audio map - preserving sounds for future generations.

Using Skype in the Classroom
Desktop Voice and Videoconferencing Software in Education

Discover how to communicate and collaborate with friends, colleagues, resource experts, and other classrooms using Skype.
Skype is a program that allows users to communication with voice, videoconferencing, or chat for free between computers.
Create a Skype account, add contacts, and conduct free audio and video conferences between computers.
Explore creative ways to use this tool to enhance teaching and learning.

I saw this bookmark on Vicki Davis' blog. This is a terrific resources for all teachers to use to contextualize the 21st century and help students understand their place in this world.