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I'd like to share a couple of videos with you that I have used recently in the courses I teach. I find these videos particularly interesting because they show such contrasting approaches to learning and in particular - for want of a better word - e-learning.

A great site and iOS app for creating location or QR Code triggered treasure hunts and digital 'breadcrumbs'. Create cards of text, images and other media which users can find and view based on their location or when scanning a QR code using a iOS device.

"Italian psychologist Geatano Kanizsa first described this optical illusion in 1955 as a subjective or illusory contour illusion. The study of such optical illusions has led to an understanding of how the brain and eyes perceive optical information and has been used considerably by artists and designers alike. They show the power of human imagination in filling in the gaps to make implied constructions in our own minds. Kanizsa figures and similar illusions are a really useful way to encourage learners to 'say what they see' and to explain how they see it. It offers a chance for others to become aware of the different views available in a diagram and share their own thoughts without the 'danger' of being wrong; many people see different things."

Geography mapping tool to see the elevation of the land. Move your cursor across the chart to view where that point is on the map.

What is really happening in schools around the world? How many are being attacked? Why do people attack schools? If you want to understand the true nobility of teaching -- see this article. We are viewed as symbols of progress and community leadership. Attack us and you attack a community. It is heartbreaking but also at the same time, cognizant of the true leadership of teachers in our world today.

A superb site from Google and the British museum. An interactive timeline of interconnected historical objects from all over the world. Click on them to view details.

Download the NASA app for Android, iPhone and iPad and view some of the best space resources out there. See an astro picture of the day and archive and browse a huge amount of information on a range of space topics. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Science

A beautifully made search engine for old maps. A great resource for history and geography projects. Just scroll or search the location and choose the map you wish to view. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/History

Here is a set of lesson plans for all grade levels on the European Union. It is created by the EU specifically for those outside the EU to "bring an updated view of the 21st century EU" and should be reviewed as you update your lessons and standards. It has kindergarten all the way up and has standards that are aligned already.

Zimmertwins is a widely used animation maker. It's easy to use. Just click the scene/actions you want and make changes. View other users creations. No sign in is needed to make a movie. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Video%2C+animation%2C+film+%26+Webcams

View the relative size of living cells with this great interactive zooming resource. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Science

This is a link to San Diego Zoo where you can view live video feeds of animals in their enclosures, including elephants and pandas. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Science

This is a good online bookmarking and read later service. Drag and drop the bookmarking button into your bookmark toolbar to save in one click. View and organise your bookmarks using lists and tags. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/ICT+%26+Web+Tools

An amazing collaborative music maker. Choose your instrument and change the pitch by moving your line up and down. Must be viewed on Google Chrome. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Music%2C+Sound+%26+Podcasts

Math journals provide advantages for students to develop a better understanding of mathematics, with teachers learning their student's views and beliefs regarding math.

This is a great presentation to view for two reasons: 1) This author shares why she wants ipad 2's in her classroom and the reasons are pretty unique. 2) She uses Author stream which boasts it can "do more with powerpoint" - is this an alternative to slideshare? Interesting tool.

An amazing sequel to Scale of the Universe. See the smallest and biggest objects in our universe. This version is animated and has lots more objects to view. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Science

A superb science site, perfect for a nature project. View and upload geo-tagged photos of animals and plants as you find them in your surroundings. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Science

Get some weird and wonderful story starters. Just click on the button to view one of the million starters. There is also a junior version for younger writers at http://www.thestorystarter.com/jr.htm.

Get some weird and wonderful story starters. Just click on the button to view one of the million starters.