The Google Public Data Explorer makes large datasets easy to explore, visualize and communicate. As the charts and maps animate over time, the changes in the world become easier to understand. You don't have to be a data expert to navigate between different views, make your own comparisons, and share your findings.
"Get to know your audience by letting them decide which questions, suggestions or ideas interest them most."<--new-to-me google tool, useful for feedback?
Learning Technologies Unit - Institute of Education (Knowledgelab)
Hybrid Learning Environment. Like the concept but needs fleshing out. Used Google Apps.