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This hands-on workshop will focus on understanding popular Web 2.0 tools, how these tools are being used in the classroom, and how a variety of assistive technologies can be integrated with Web 2.0 tools to allow all students to become effective users of these tools. Gain knowledge and skills related to the uses of Web 2.0 tools in the classroom and experience using a variety of assistive technologies to foster the use of Web 2.0 tools in your classroom.

Techmatris is a powerful tool to find educational and assistive technology products for students with disabilities.

There are a great many online resources to assist with the 10 big ideas.

Digitales is a great site to assist in the development of evaluation rubrics for a variety of project types.

Like the variety of projects to choose from for which you could create rubrics. Very easy and the final rubric looks very nicely organized.

Wonderful list of assists for learners - not just special needs kids!

"Math Snacks are short animations and mini-games designed to help learners "get it". Each snack presents a mathematical concept, particularly those addressed in grades 6, 7 and 8. Ideal for use in a classroom or on your own, they can even be placed on mobile devices for "homework". The accompanying print materials can assist learners in applying their conceptual understanding to math problems."

Choose an example of the problem and there is a walk-through of the problem. I think that this will be a GREAT assist for homework help.

Want to call parents but don't want to share your personal phone number? I think that this could be of assistance to you.

"CoSN's Participatory Learning in Schools: Policy & Leadership initiative (formerly known as Web 2.0 in Schools) is based on the recognition that Web 2.0 tools provide powerful learning resources for our children and thus prepare them for the world beyond the classroom. The purpose of this initiative, which is sponsored by The Digital Media and Learning Initiative from The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is to assist schools to adapt to this new reality. "

"Using Blooms Taxonomy in education is a highly effective way to scaffold learning for the students. With the recent popularity and pervasive nature of iOS devices in school districts it is essential for educators to understand how to implement Blooms in the classroom using the apps that are available. While this list is by no means fully comprehensive, it will assist educators in getting started when implementing iOS devices in the classroom. This site will change almost daily as it will be updated with new and exciting apps! "

Don, I was really excited to see this. But, take a look at the apps in the Creating level. I think they prove my point that the ipad isn't a serious player, yet. If those are prime examples of what can be Created on the ipad, then I still say that it's not the answer to Education's persistant questions. It's a great personal device but not one for school.

The Regional Educational Laboratory Program (REL) consists of a network of ten laboratories that serve the educational needs of a designated region by providing access to high quality scientifically valid education research through applied research and development projects, studies, and other related technical assistance activities.

an Internet utility to assist in the preparation of research papers. Teachers and students can set up research projects with topics and sub-topics. Students may then take advantage of NoteStar's many features to collect and organize their notes and prepare their bibliography page.

Great assistance for thesis statement generation!

Tons and tons of apps categorized by subjects, purpose, free/paid, and more!

"Copy / Paste text in CarryoutText to convert it to a MP3 file that can be downloaded and used in your favorite MP3 Player. "

"Readable is an application that helps you read more of the web. It transforms text on any website using fonts, colors, and layouts of your choosing. By presenting content in a format that you're comfortable with, Readable makes the reading experience much more enjoyable - and faster too. Readable is the most customizable solution for manipulating content (on the web) and making it readable. It's also very simple to use and completely free."