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Article describing real science being done in virtual environments. Excellent read. Also discusses use of second life as an educational tool.

Looking at the fourth "R". Computational thinking, a way of looking at problem solving in all areas of life, not just computer science.

There are interactive multimedia material for classroom integration in numerous curriculum areas.

Molecular Workbench provides software to create your own activities or view ones already created. Curriculum is also offered and searchable within their database.

Your job will be to investigate e-mails or scenarios online that have been circulated or seen by thousands of people. After doing research, you will determine if those sites or e-mails are truthful or if they are a hoax. Once you have completed this webquest, you will be more critical of information on the Internet and your research skills will be more advanced.

Interactive online resource library for numerous topics in school.

Univ of Pennsylvania Prof. Mark Yim talks to Ignite Philly 2 about instructional methods used Mechanical Engineering's GRASP Lab.

Google for Educators launches Geo Education today! Cool. It includes information on Google EArth, Maps, Sky, and Sketcup and lesson plans from teachers. It also includes tips on getting started with these tools in your classroom. As you plan your summer PD, Geography teachers simply must get this on their list for fall!

Geo Education launghces today

This ning community is composed of SMART Board users.

ISTE collaborative wiki.

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Looks like a useful tool to motivate students to read.

Web 2.0 tools and interactive learning sites organized by subjects. Also includes Teacher Tools and Specials subjects.

Dear Educators, With this webcasting tool, you can connect live face to face with anyone, anywhere, anytime.....family, friends, students, teachers, colleagues, administrative groups, principals meetings, etc. without having to travel. You can even promote world peace by connecting with teachers and students in their classrooms worldwide and learning more about each other's country and culture The tools for your use include the ability to have live video chat, make PowerPoint presentations, stream video, share your desktop, record and share your presentation, and much more. Guests do not have to download any software. They simply click on the link to your conference that you send them, no cost, no travel and better yet, no wasted time. This tool is affordable and easily fits into a classroom, school or administartive office budget. As a former superintendent in the education system with more than 50 schools spread out 400 miles along a major highway, the ability to communicate with everyone in an efficient, effective and economical manner was essential. Hope you find this helpful. Best wishes, Barry