"You can buy a person's time and physical presence not their enthusiasm or loyalty. You must earn these" – Clarence Francis

Computer Supported Collaborative Learning: A Review | integrated
http://etu.uti.fi

One of the basic requirements for education in the future is to prepare learners for participation in a networked, information society in which knowledge will be the most critical resource for social and economic development. This paper delves into how that can happen

National Center for Educational Statistics | inpiring
http://nces.ed.gov

This website is the primary federal entity for collecting and analyzing data related to education in the U.S. and other nations. They fulfill a Congressional mandate to collect, collate, analyze, and report complete statistics on the condition of American education; conduct and publish reports; and review and report on education activities internationally.

"It's not what you look at that matters, it's what you see." – Henry David Thoreau

Mr. Picasso Head | interactive
http://www.mrpicassohead.com

Mr. Potato Head for adults!

Universcale | interactive
http://www.nikon.com

See the world around us and how objects large and small relate to one another on this unique website.

"Well-behaved women rarely make history"
- Laurel Thatcher Ulrich

Scholastic | inspiring
http://www2.scholastic.com

A resource for teachers, parents and students in K-12. Includes tools, strategies, lesson plans, and ideas to cultivate your mind to utmost capacity.

Memletics Learning Styles Questionnaire | interactive
http://www.learning-styles-online.com

An online test to help you measure your visual, social, physical, aural, verbal, solitary, and logical learning styles.

"Do the best with what you have when you have it where you are" – Theodore Roosevelt.

National Clearinghouse for Educational Facilities | integrated
http://www.edfacilities.com

the National Clearinghouse for Educational Facilities (NCEF) provides information on planning, designing, funding, building, improving, and maintaining safe, healthy, high performance schools.

US Green Building Council| integrate
http://usgb.org/education

A resource on the benefits of building green. Includes research publications, case studies, presentations, events, committees, and information on LEED certifications.

"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams" - Eleanor Roosevelt

How It's Made | interactive
http://science.discovery.com

How It's Made is a television program created by the Discovery Channel that gives a unique insight into how products are made in todays society. View video clips and take online challenges on this interactive site.

How Stuff Works | inspiring
http://www.howstuffworks.com

Another site dedicated to answering all your questions about the world around us.

"Character is doing the right thing when nobody is looking" - J.C. Watts

Edutopia | inspiring
http://www.edutopia.org

This is the site of the George Lucas educational foundation. Supporting our view on i3, the site focuses on technology integration, collaboration, global learning and multiple intelligences.

Ideas to Inspire | inspiring
http://www.ideastoinspire.co.uk

Ideas to inspire is a creative way to inspire classroom clearning and promote a new way of thinking. The site includes 66 inspiring YouTube videos, 41 interesting ways to use interactive white boards as well as a many of other ideas that will help to inspire students and teachers alike.

"Time is an illusion. Lunchtime doubly so."

Project Kaleidoscope | inspire
http://www.pkal.org

Project Kaleidoscope (PKAL) is one of the leading advocates in the United States for what works in building and systaining strong undergraduate programs in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. They are interested in two interlocking questions: how do creative uses of new technology and networked information support the current project of liberal education, and, perhaps more interestingly, how do they force us to re-think what it means to be liberally educated?

"A day at the beach is better than a day in the office"

Education-Portal | interact
http://www.education-portal.com

Your portal to degree programs, career information, school reviews, and educational news. This is a resource where you can find demographics and news articles about colleges, organized by state.

College Planning and Management | integrate
http://www.peterli.com

The information resource for construction, facilities, business, and technology professionals serving the college and university market.

The Future of Technology in Secondary Education in 2020 | integrate
http://www.scenariothinking.org

This site's goal is to study and analyze secondary education, examine the present and the future utilization of technology in secondary education and come up with several scenarios for the future of technology in secondary education in 2020

GooglePlex | inspire
http://time.com

A fun look at how one workspace can be an inspiring, fun and productive place to work in.

10 Ways to Create a Work Environment that Drags You Down| inpire
http://www.dumblittleman.com

Here's a fun article that offers a little bid of sarcasm to brighten your day.

Top 10 Ways to be Happy at Work| inpire
http://humanresources.about.com

Just what it says. Simple ideas to help you find happiness at work.

Healthcare Design Magazine| inpire
http://healthcaredesignmagazine.com

A magazine geared twards designers within the healthcare industry. Includes articles on healthy environments, building ideas, and other topics. Browse through past archives online or sign-up for a free print subscription.

"Everyone has photographic memory, some just don't have film."

Academic Commons | interactive
http://www.academiccommons.org/

Academic Commons is a community of faculty, academic technologists, librarians, administrators, and other academic professionals interested in two interlocking questions: how do creative uses of new technology and networked information support the current project of liberal education, and, perhaps more interestingly, how do they force us to re-think what it means to be liberally educated?

Teachers Love SMARTboads | integrated
http://smartboards.typepad.com

A resource center for educators who want to learn more about SMART technology or how to get the most out of one they may already have. The site includes videos, tips & tricks, newsletters, tutorials, downloadable content, and a wealth of other material related to SMARTboard technology and the way educators can utilize it.

Report from the National Summit on School Design | integrated
http://www.edfacilities.org/

A Resource for educators and designers that include recommendations for school design excellence.

"Do the best with what you have when you have it where you are" - Theodore Roosevelt.

Global Schoolnet | Interact
http://www.globalschoolnet.org

Global SchoolNet's mission is to support 21st century learning. This means engaging teachers and students in meaningful project learning exchanges with people around the world to develop literacy and communication skills, foster teamwork and collaboration, encouraging workforce preparedness and creating multi-cultural understanding. Global Schoolnet prepares youth for full participation as productive and effective citizens in an increasing global economy.

ISTE - International Society for Technology in Education | Integrate
http://www.iste.org

ISTE is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in improving teaching and learning by advancing the effective use of technology in PK-12 and higher education.

Sir Ken Robinson | Inspire
http://www.sirkenrobinson.com

Creativity expert Sir Ken Robinson challenges the way we're educating our children. He champions a radical rethink of our school systems, to cultivate creativity and acknowledge multiple types of intelligence.

Future of Education| Inspiring
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The European economy is undergoing a fundamental socio-economic transformation. This PDF document showcases how education is of major significance for growth, employment and a positive development of the economy.