March 2006 — Features
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25 Tools, Technologies, and Best Practices
23 ] Think Quest. Oracle ThinkQuest has students work in teams to create the best educational Web sites. The teams’ creations are published online in the ThinkQuest Library (www.thinkquest.org/library). This online resource contains more than 5,500 educational Web sites, developed by students for students. The library not only offers a bonanza of PBL ideas, it shows how other students have presented their ideas in award-winning fashion. Student teams compete for exciting prizes, including a trip to ThinkQuest Live, an educational festival celebrating their achievements. Sponsored by the Oracle Education Foundation (www.oraclefoundation.org), the competition offers a vibrant PBL experience to students and teachers around the world. Go to www.thinkquest.org/library/index.html.
24 ] GOALS. The Global Online Adventure Learning Site brings real-life adventures to the Web. With an emphasis on science, technology, and nature, GOALS’ adventures are designed to inspire readers and motivate them to set and meet learning goals of their own. Explorers of all ages will find options for educational projects that will heighten their appreciation and understanding of science, technology, and nature. Visit www.goals.com.
25 ] NASA Quest. Let students find out for themselves how the scientists and engineers of NASA reach for the stars. From aerospace design to training for space walks, NASA Quest is a rich resource of projects for educators and students who are interested in delving into our national space program. NASA Quest shares the excitement of an authentic scientific and engineering endeavor—from flying a space shuttle and visiting the International Space Station, to exploring distant planets and building the spacecraft and aircraft of the future. Go to quest.nasa.gov.
Dan Page has written about education and technology since the 1980s. His work appears in numerous magazines and corporate materials. E-mail DMPage@aol.com.
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