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Classroom20.com, the social network for those interested in Web 2.0 and collaborative technologies in education.

"The calendar below shows live web events from the programs below, including webcast shows from our own Classroom 2.0. All times are shown in Eastern Time. If you want to add this calendar to your own Google calendar, use the link on the lower right ("+ Google Calendar") and all events will show in your calendar in your local time. "

Gaggle.Net works on any computer with Internet access and a browser. All controls are displayed in a standard web page. There are no additional windows, no special controls, and no outside programs to be accessed. The benefit of a completely web-based solution is that students (and the teacher) can access their email, respond, and even use their address book on any computer, with any browser in any location -- home, library, or the classroom. When students can read and respond to email at home, it saves valuable classroom time and extends the learning experience.

The National Library of Virtual Manipulatives (NLVM) is an NSF supported project that began in 1999 to develop a library of uniquely interactive, web-based virtual manipulatives or concept tutorials, mostly in the form of Java applets, for mathematics instruction (K-12 emphasis). The project includes dissemination and extensive internal and external evaluation.

A list of projects created by Steve Hargadon focused on helping educators communicate ideas globally for schools, libraries, and classrooms.

Upload and share powerpoint.

Find and share free educational documents, free term papers, and class notes. Download sample class outlines, college essays, graduate materials and much more.

"Graphs and charts are great because they communicate information visually. For this reason, graphs are often used in newspapers, magazines and businesses around the world. "

Educational games and resources provided by the BBC.

ThinkQuest is a protected, online learning platform that enables teachers to integrate learning projects into their classroom curriculum and students to develop 21st century skills.

Online file conversion allows users to download YouTube videos and convert images, audio, video, and documents in various formats.

Jing is free software that adds visuals to your online conversations. Instead of typing at people, show them what you're talking about.