Bededtech

This school in NJ is looking to connect with other students via Skype

Here Lisa Neilsen writes about several of the ways we have talked about having students be more self directed learners.

An example of how project-based learning is working in a 1:1 laptop environment.  Lots of good information to consider.

This post is about how Kim Cofino brought in the parents through morning meetings.

An insightful account of a teacher's writing project with 8th grade students, where student-directed, web-based inquiry and learning paved the way to students "... playing with new styles, finding their voice, and forging their identities as writers."

Excerpt: The speed with which technology advances makes it nearly impossible for teachers to "learn" a specific technology and interweave it effectively into a lesson. Therefore, the emphasis should be on an environment that allows teachers to adapt to ongoing learning that fosters coaching and collaboration. Innovative and technology-infused teaching methodologies require a new kind of thinking in which educators are willing to engage in a high degree of experimental and innovative behavior.

Resource information, ideas, and lessons for 21st century learning

Very succinct article on technology integration. Specifically, a 1:1 laptop integration experience that fucuses on TEACHERS, STUDENTS and PEDAGOGY.

Comparison of PC performance between netbook and latop.

Discussion of Netbooks in Education

Basic funtional comparison of netbooks to laptops. From Toshiba.

List of FREE eBook sites

Building a framework for future learning with technology.

A Wiki dedicated to sharing ideas for technology integration

BPS start page with good starting point for students to view email, docs, calendars, dictionary in one place.