tool 4

We do a project about environmental issues.  The kids have to research both sides of the issue before deciding what they think.  We could use a Google doc to have the kids give their opinions on specific issues (justifying them with data).  Other kids could read and respond to them.

tool 3

When thinking about space science topics, you can't do much better than NASA.

These are interesting NASA videos about the habitability of Mars and the Curiosity mission to Mars.
http://www.nasa.gov/multimedia/videogallery/index.html?media_id=121733781 and
http://www.nasa.gov/multimedia/videogallery/index.html?media_id=124459341

I knew the fair use laws were vague, but the I think it is easy to use the basic phrase "the cost of copyright holder is less than the benefit to society" to help guide us.

tool 2

I really don't like sharing my thoughts in a forum that anyone can read.  I prefer to communicate with people directly.  I can see the benefits of hearing from others what works for them, though.

I think this site has potential.  It drew me in by discussing doing algebra using the ipad.
http://mindshift.kqed.org/2012/01/12-education-tech-trends-to-watch-in-2012/

tool 1

My avatar is made, so yeah!  I have 6 pages open in order to complete it and still couldn't find a page.  Got it fixed, though.