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Entries from August 31st, 2010

Searching Like a Pro

August 31st, 2010 · No Comments · Classroom

This post contains material from my 8/31 presentation. search-like-a-pro-teacher-handout97-03.doc Search Like a Pro (OLV-8/31) View more presentations from bsdesantis.

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EcoDefenders to the Rescue!

August 31st, 2010 · No Comments · Content - Math, Content - Science

The Jason project has a new online game that allows students to create new species and then explore the impact on an ecosystem.  EcoDefenders includes tutorials as well as resources to help the student become the expert.  This would be appropriate for Middle/High students. (from iLearn Technology)

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The Leaf Whisper

August 30th, 2010 · No Comments · Content - Science

Rustle the Leaf has a website to help you and your students tackle environmental issues. Along with the entertaining comic strip, there are all types of lessons- from trash, toxins, and chlorine.  Don’t let Earth Day be the only time you mention the environment.  (from iLearn Technology)

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What’s bugging you?

August 29th, 2010 · No Comments · Content - Science, SmartBoard

Want to explain micro-organisms to young (ages 5-7) students?  The Bug Investigators might be just the tool.  This site has games as well as almost a dozen pdf files to print.  Your students can explore several parts of the human body. This was posted on SMART Board Goodies.  

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