- Science
for the Millenium
- In the tradition of a World's Fair, "Science for The
Millenium" is a multimedia science expo online. Developed
by NCSA at the University of Illinois, this website shares
examples of work in a variety of new technologies. Lots of
fun things to look at and a great breeding ground for
ideas on how regular websters might organize and develop
their online presentations.
- Wildflower
Photography
- A lovely collection of wildflower photographs with
accompanying information about each photo. The
photographer is presently a sophomore at Swarthmore
College in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania.
- Running
the Nile: Online Kayak Expedition
- In January and February of 1996, a team of kayakers
will attempt a "first ever" descent of the Victoria Nile River in Uganda,
Africa. Paddlers have long avoided this great river. Its
remoteness and violent whitewater have defeated all
previous challengers -- not to mention its shores, as
Katharine Hepburn describes them, "carpeted with
crocodiles." The website allows you to follow along, with
pages specifically provided for educators.
- Becoming
an Inventor
- Learn about what it takes to be an Inventor. What
makes an Inventor successful? This online guide for
investigating the invention process offers activities,
ideas, and opportunities to collaborate.
- "Did
anybody learn anything?"
- Assessing Technology Programs and the Learning Accomplished
- A thought piece for teachers adopting technology
- This commentary considers the impact thus far of
technology in the educational community.
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