The Internet Bird Collection (IBC) is a non-profit endeavour with the ultimate goal of disseminating knowledge about the world's avifauna. It is an on-line audiovisual library of the world's birds that is available to the general public free of charge. The online collection consists of over 40,000 videos, about 20,000 photos, and almost 5,000 bird sound recordings.
Photo: Horned Sungem (Heliactin bilopha) by Ciro Albano
The Understanding Science web site challenges educators to exploring the nature and process of science. You will find classroom activities, a K-16 conceptual framework, and tips and strategies for integrating the process of science into your curriculum.
In addition, the site offers case studies, interactive resources, checklists, and informative, short articles. Understanding Science is a fun, accessible, and free resource that accurately communicates what science is and how it really works.
The Future of Education is a web site hosting a free-to-participate interview series and discussion community. This community is devoted to providing an opportunity for those who care about education to share their voices and ideas with others. It's a place for thoughtful discussion on an incredibly important topic. The site was started by the founders of Classroom 2.0, the social network for those interested in Web 2.0 and collaborative technologies in education. Classroom 2.0 is also a free, community-supported network, which not only holds live interviews but also live workshops.
The official Year of Science web site offers educational resources for many disciplines -- from astronomy to zoology. The site was launched to support public understanding of the process and nature of science in an exploration of "how we know what we know." Each month features a different scientific field, providing online and downloadable resources for educators, students, and the general public. There's also a calendar of events where visitors may find scientific events happening in their community.
