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According to the Cyberbullying Research Center, more than half of teens and adolescents have reported that they’ve been bullied online, and between 10 and 20 percent say it occurs regularly. As a slew of recent news stories have demonstrated, the consequences can be devastating. A recent study conducted by the Center found that 20% of respondents …

According to the Cyberbullying Research Center, more than half of teens and adolescents have reported that they’ve been bullied online, and between 10 and 20 percent say it occurs regularly. As a slew of recent news stories have demonstrated, the consequences can be devastating. A recent study conducted by the Center found that 20% of respondents …

nside Graphics (the site) is a graphic portal designed for everyone interested in graphics and the related fields. It can be used as a news channel gives you updates about the current happenings. It is a useful place to find free downloads and comprehensive resources. Site publishes the reviews of books and softwares, helping users before purchase. Web is full of great sites and Inside Graphics is honored to display some of the great ones for our users. Webmasters, designers, artists, programmers who are the magicians of this beautiful world of digital arts, are invited in our Guest Artist section

This case studies shows how a Learning Management System enhanced communication between educators and the community and in turn improved student achievement. It started with 40 test pilot educators spreading their enthusiasm resulting in 85% of teachers now using the software system.

" BBC News Technology of Business"

Thinkuknow was created by the team at the Child Exploitation and Online Protection (CEOP) Centre. Latest information and resources on the sites students like to visit, mobiles and new technology. Some games have interesting examples (i.e. email game).

Video explaining the web in simple language. Covers IP addresses, routing, and DNS. A useful resource when introducing this topic, and can lead to discussions of potential problems in the infrastructure.

Good description of basics of satellite communication.

A large repository of annotated resources (including videos) about AI, Expert Systems and Robots. It includes a section called Ethical and Social.implications.

This website accompanies the book of the same title, a must read for ITGS teachers. The website includes lots of videos of robots in action, images of robots with detailed captions, videos of the author's appearances including a TED conference, a classroom discussion guide, and lots of information about the book including a lengthy excerpt. First rate material. Goes beyond robotics with excellent explanations of the technology.

Sandra, I really like this resource. Could you add the 2.6_military tag to it please?

A factual recall of what electronic health records system is being used in the UK

"Promethean's free online community designed to provide Activclassroom teachers around the world the ability to share new and innovative lessons, access a wide variety of professional development materials, and connect with fellow Activclassroom teachers from around the Planet."

An article about some of the (non-ewaste) environmental effects of IT. Talks about energy consumption, health risks to microchip plant workers, and resource use. (This also published in the book Computer Confluence)

Microsoft Online Safety. Take-away information. Also features articles by Julie Lindsay, Vicki Davis and Suzie Nestico

RSS, podcasts, screencasts and more. How can you stay on top of them all? The November Learning team has designed a series of handouts that can make any user comfortable with the latest technology tools. Each of our instructional handouts can be read, printed and passed out as needed. Use these in your next professional development session