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May 2012
Vol 9 No 5
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Be a Force of Nature – Important Message from the National Weather Service

By Teachers.Net News Desk • Apr 20th, 2012

As we enter the heart of severe weather season, I’m writing to ask for your help in raising awareness about weather readiness. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), is partnering with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to promote …



Science Buddies Site

By Teachers.Net News Desk • Apr 1st, 2012
Science Buddies

http://www.sciencebuddies.org/

Awarded a prestigious prize in 2011 for online resources in education by Science magazine, the Science Buddies website helps both students and scientists by “build[ing] a remarkable bridge between inquisitive students who want access to current research …



eLearning Africa 2012 7th International Conference

By Teachers.Net News Desk • Apr 1st, 2012

From the mailbox:

eLearning Africa 2012 7th International Conference on ICT for Development, Education and Training

May 23rd- 25th, 2012 in Cotonou, Benin

Organisers: ICWE GmbH, Leibnizstrasse 32, 10625 Berlin, Germany, www.icwe.net
Tel: +49 (0)30 310 18 18-0

Fax: +49 …



Raise Expectations, Increase Learning – Tapping the Pygmalion Effect

By Teachers.Net News Desk • Apr 1st, 2012

A parent sent me the following unforgettable letter:

“I have been outraged by the low expectations for success that seem to be prevalent for students who struggle to learn. I have been driven by my rejection of those low expectations. “I am not employed as a Special Educator, nor do I hold a degree in Special Education, but I am a “special educator” as my son’s mother and committed advocate.



Network Tools: Comunitee and Shelfster

By Teachers.Net News Desk • Apr 1st, 2012

Comunitee

http://www.comunitee.com/

Did you ever want to share some commentary on the news with your friends quickly? Communitee can make this happen via a novel approach to the “social news network.” After signing up for a free account, visitors can



National Science Foundation-Funded Projects on Advanced Tech Ed Site

By Teachers.Net News Desk • Apr 1st, 2012
ATE Projects Impact

http://www.ateprojectimpact.org/index.html

The Advanced Technological Education (ATE) program website gives visitors the opportunity to learn about National Science Foundation-funded projects around the country to “enhance the knowledge and skills of U.S. technicians.”

As technicians are essential workers in …



Digital Morphology Site Presents 2D and 3D Images of Creatures

By Teachers.Net News Desk • Apr 1st, 2012

Have you ever wanted to look into the shape and structure of a suckermouth armored catfish? Well, the Digital Morphology website makes that possible. Created as part of the National Science Foundation Digital Library at The University of Texas at Austin, this library includes hundreds of 2D and 3D visualizations of the internal and external structure of living and extinct vertebrates, and a number of invertebrates as well.



April News, Notes, Links

By Teachers.Net News Desk • Apr 1st, 2012

WOW!

The latest news, notes, neat links, and updates!

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“You Just Got a Detention” – What We Call Programs Affects Their Impact- by Chick Moorman and Thomas Haller

40 Alternative Assessments for Learning- by Charity Preston

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Earth Day & Ecology PreK-Senior Lesson Plans, Activities

By Teachers.Net News Desk • Apr 1st, 2012

Dozens of lessons ready to implement for Earth Day!



MORE Earth Day Projects & Activities!

By Teachers.Net News Desk • Apr 1st, 2012

Creative, educational, unique activities to enhance your school’s Earth Day celebration!



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