K - 12 Partnership Online Materials 2001 - 2002

Site Visit
Irvington Public Schools, December 6, 2001
K - 8 Internet Applications for Educators

Purpose

Today's workshop will serve as an introduction to various unique and compelling Internet resources, particularly in the areas of science and mathematics. Participants will learn how to get in touch with on-line experts and how to find Internet-based collaborative projects. Additionally, participants will see examples of on-line student published work and examples of real time data.

Consulting Experts in the Field

One simple way to incorporate the Internet into classroom lessons is to utilize experts in appropriate fields to answer your students' toughest questions.

CIESE Collaborative Projects

Other Examples of Collaborative Projects

Mind's Eye Monster Project
Flat Stanley
National Pet Census
M&M Project
Balloon Racer
Kids' Network- Projects for grades 2-8
Spring Acid Rain Watch- A Canadian project

Publishing Student Work On-Line

Examples of Real Time Data

Earth and Moon Viewer
Radar Images - with loops
Weather Underground
The COOLroom - Rutgers University Marine Science
Interactive Weather Information Network
N.J. Air Monitoring Site: Find information on air quality in your area
Recent Earthquake Events: Earthquake information from the USGS
Mount Washington Cam
CIESE Real Time Data Resource Page - Here you can find other real time data resources
Weather Cams

Other Compelling Projects/Resources

CIESE Classroom Projects Page - Look here for other great science and math curriculum projects.
Educational Resources - Need help finding lessons/resources for your classes? Look here!
Environet Monitoring Projects