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Inspiring Ideas for Integrating 21st Century Themes and Skills

21st Century Theme Environmental Awareness It’s a Breeze! As long as the sun is shining, there will be wind! And as long as there is wind, there is energy. The Wind Energy Living Laboratory provides you with access to a tremendous amount of wind data collected throughout the United States—and probably for a town near you. You can use this site to explore the potential for wind energy anywhere in the U.S. Click here for more ideas that will help you integrate environmental awareness into your classroom activities.

Web Wednesday Archive

Intelligent Approaches for Going Green

Spotlight on the Gulf Oil Spill Join Philippe Cousteau, grandson of the legendary Jacques Cousteau, as he takes you and your students to the Gulf through pictures and stories from his recent trip to evaluate the effects of the Gulf oil spill. He discusses the effects on regional wildlife and ecosystems as well as focus on how the oil spill will affect us now and into the future. Then click here for ways to integrate “Going Green” into your classroom activities.

EarThursday Archive