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Looking for ways to use that handheld GPS? Here is a nice article focusing on GPS and all the different activities and resources that have developed around the device. This is one of the best summaries that I have seen in a while, highlighting resources that can provide hours of outdoor entertainment. Go explore!

Insight, analysis, and research about location-based technologies including mapping and geohacking. "Mapping and location data are driving some of the most intriguing new web applications. Geohacker alpha geeks are building wickedly clever mashups. Established companies are integrating location data into all manner of workaday applications. And the location industry is growing into the Web 2.0 era. We're tracking it, and showcasing the most significant work at Where 2.0."

Link to the 2009 GeoTech Conference in Dallas, Texas

PDF of article by Tony Wagner "Rigor Redefined: The Seven Survaival Skills for Careers, College, and Citizenship." This article has been seen in ASCD, Edutopia, and many other publications

Global project for high school students to explore what it means to be a responsible digital citizen.

Link to home page for VoiceThread in K-12. Found out about VoiceThread, how to use it, make a free account, and make your students' voices heard!

Text Message (SMS) Polls and Voting, Audience Response System (ARS), PowerPoint Polling