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On Christmas Eve watch and track Santa as he travels to all the good boys and girls. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Winter+%26+Christmas

Nairobi 2010 Conference Reoprt  Climate Change and Natural Resource Use in Eastern Africa: Impacts, Adaptation and Mitigation Report of the 3rd Scientific Conference of the Ecological Society for Eastern Africa (ESEA) and co-hosted with the Pan African Climate Justice Alliance (PACJA) at Multimedia University College, Nairobi, 19 - 21 May 2010 By Nicholas Oguge, Caroline Lumosi, Teddy Odindo, Joseph Ngondi and Philista Malaki October 4, 2010 Summary While the Earth's climate has changed throughout history, the current warming trend has been of particular concern because most of it is human-induced and proceeding at a rate that is unprecedented.  One of the greatest concerns of this global warming is climate variability and change.  The risks associated with climate change add to development challenges such as food and water insecurity. Although climate change is only one of the many drivers negatively affecting biodiversity and ecosystem services, it certainly exacerbates the other factors such as land degradation and unsustainable natural resource use. There is general concern on the accelerating deterioration of the human environment and natural resources. This would widen poverty levels confronting eastern African countries and threaten gains made towards achieving the Millennium Development Goals. Thus, the Ecological Society for Eastern African organised its 3rd annual scientific conference with a theme addressing this global challenge.  The idea was to bring together researchers, policy makers and the general public together to discuss the climate change phenomena, its impacts, mitigation strategies and adaptation measures with regard to natural resource use in Eastern Africa. In order to address above issues and to reach out to a wider audience, we designed the conference strategically on three tiers:   1. Plenary talks: to provide policy information and direction, science on climate change, ecological and socio-economic effects, how to commun

An amazing digital storytelling project. Watch videos of children telling original stories. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/English

I know what you're thinking... How can I join my love of ABBA with Henry VIII? At this site two history teachers sing about history topics to the tunes of pop classics. See the lyrics, hear the songs and watch the YouTube videos - http://youtube.com/user/historyteachers. It's a quirky, fun way to introduce history topics. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/History

An amazing set of resources to explore the world's oceans in a 3D virtual environment. Swim with killer whales or drift along and watch sea turtles cruise by. You can even complete missions, including exploring the deepest place in the oceans. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Science

A fascinating site that explores endangered languages. Read information and the demographics of the remaining speakers and watch video clips of some phrases. Why not try something different for your 'language of the week'. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Languages%2C+Culture+%26+International+Projects

A great idea and a good resource which uses a projector and a webcam to make an interactive wall or floor display. The webcam 'watches' what the children are doing to the display and the animations react. There are a limited number of activities in the free version. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/ICT+%26+Web+Tools

Let us know your own predictions in the comment section below. And may 2014 bring you happiness and prosperity as we keep watch on the web space.

Teachers around the world are sharing ideas on how to use video presentations as a tool in the classroom. Flipping the classroom is becoming a new trend, and we have been lucky to be on the sidelines watching this movement. The thought behind movenote is that you can combine a video and a slideshow smoothly. It is a completely free app that works on your Internet browser and mobile devices. Connecting is easy since it is completely synched up with the Google Drive. Creating a movenote presentation can be as easy as writing a normal e-mail - you just end up with a message that is much more personal and captivating. "Movenote has revolutionized our communication with a student and a teacher", says Berit Peltonen. http://elearningindustry.com/the-new-age-of-communication-%E2%80%93-a-new-app-for-change

This is a great simple Apple device app to help you reach an appropriate level of volume in your classroom. Watch the gauge rise and the background change as the volume increases. You can adjust the sensitivity for the situation/activity. The app is supported by ads, but these only appear as you start the app. Download the app at https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/too-noisy/id499844023 http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Classroom+Management+%26+Rewards

HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS - There are no tugs at the heartstrings as tolerable little nostalgia . You can stick to the TV for hours watching reruns of " Saved By The Bell " and remember when a feeble attempt to get a date with a screech that Lisa felt like the biggest problem in the world . The following list of activities that will create you and your partner in the mood ultra - nostalgia .

A truly stunning 3D reconstruction and tour of the Giza pyramids, the Sphinx and other structures. Watch a guided tour around and inside the structures at various points in history. You can even view the site in full 3D. The site may take a little time to load. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/History

"arrow upload Share Watch videos with subtitles in your language, upload your videos, create your own subtitles! Click here to learn more and view tutorials on "how to dotSUB" "

The second generation Apple iPod Touch was unveiled in Spetember, 2008. "iPod touch 2 is the funniest iPod we've ever created," said Steve Jobs, Apple's CEO. It is perfect for Music, Movies& Games.Compare with the first generation, iPod touch 2 packs more new features into a sleeker design. For the sleek new design, iPod touch feels much better in your hand. Volume buttons are built into the left side of iPod touch, giving you easy access to the most frequently used controls. Longer battery life enable you to keep on rocking （and watching and playing）even longer. A built-in speaker lets you hear the music, dialogue, and action without headphones, perfect for casual listening. iPod touch 2 also offers built-in wireless support for Nike +iPod. iPod Touch 2 is also a musical genius. Music on iPod touch not only sounds amazing, it looks amazing, too. And movies and TV shows have never looked so perfect on a portable device. Clear 3.5-inch color widescreen display, 6 hours video playback enable you largely enjoy the Hollywood blockbusters. General music and movie files can play with iPod Touch 2.

An environmental site for kids. Play games, watch animations and even design your own creatures. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/PSHE%2C+RE%2C+Citizenship%2C+Geography+%26+Environmental

Learn English Kids is a great collection of resources from the British Council for children learning English as an additional language. Play games, listen and watch stories and learn songs. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/English+As+An+Additional+Language

Story cove is a great website, especially for younger children. Watch hundreds of animated stories. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/English

A wonderful German language resource made by kids for kids. Watch the videos to hear some basic phrases. http://ictmagic.wikispaces.com/Languages,+Culture+&+International+Projects

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What if every student (and educator) was a good online researcher?  I know, you don't have the time to teach information fluency skills.  What if you could get a significant advance is skills with just a 2 -3  hour time commitment?  Here's a great Prezi 'fly by" of the new Information Investigator 3.1 online self paced class.  Watch the presentation carefully to find the link to a free code to take the class for evaluation purposes.