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"In the digital age, kids need to have an understanding of what it means to be a responsible digital citizen. They need to learn the technical how-to's, as well as a more global comprehension of how to navigate the online world. To that end, Melbourne educator Jenny Luca made a commitment to help her students start blogging and to create ePortfolios. Here are five reasons why, at her school, these skills are now a high priority."

"In this collection you'll learn how MacBook, iLife, and a Challenge Based Learning approach have helped eliminate the use of textbooks, create a digital classroom, and empower Greene County Middle School students to be responsible for their learning. You'll also hear how Lenape High School ninth graders have used Apple products such as iPad to author their own textbook chapters-maximizing individual contributions to group-based research and strengthening their organizational, research, and communication skills in the process. Use the video tutorials to begin applying these ideas in your learning environment."

"The website One red paperclip was created by Kyle MacDonald, a Canadian blogger who bartered his way from a single red paperclip to a house in a series of online trades over the course of a year. MacDonald was inspired by the childhood game Bigger, Better, and the site received a considerable amount of notice for tracking the transactions. "A lot of people have been asking how I've stirred up so much publicity around the project, and my simple answer is: 'I have no idea'", he told the BBC.[1]" Be sure to check out the timeline of his trades - very interesting!

"RMI aims to free the global economy from dependence on fossil fuels. Learn how RMI is advancing cleaner ways to power our future."

"Using parallel lines to create a table in a 3d cartoon drawing; learn tips, ticks "

"Through interactive and engaging activities, elementary students can learn about electricity and natural gas, how to use them safely and wisely, and the importance of conserving energy."

A great sport themed maths game to help students learn about angles and how to measure them. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/maths