Bees, wasps, figs

The BBC and others have reported on the declining bee population; in America this is suspected to be linked to pollution. A similar situation in Turkey involves wasps who help pollinate fig trees. Hot weather has meant a low fig harvest and lethargic or dying wasps. This means fewer figs reaching the UK, and by extension fewer fig roles, a popular kind of biscuit. (Source: Guardian Weekly podcast no. 57)

Mobile scripts for integrated learning

Research report describing computer-supported collaborative learning scripts for mobile contexts, with explanations of general script classes, and specific examples.

Google Earth for Teachers

Resources / activity ideas for teachers based on google earth: Google Earth lessons

UK wind strength map

A site to view what the wind speed is around the UK

Site for teaching resources

Site suggestion from a science teacher in Brighton and Hove for teaching resources of science at KS3, 4, 5
Squashed frogs

Real World Movies

A site with video films of real world examples for teaching resources. This example shows wind farms and the scientists talk about the skills required by the people who work in wind energy.

Survey on teens social software use (US)

A survey has found that 96% of US teens use social networking tools and that one of the most common topics discussed through them is Education. However schools are not harnessing this yet as a way to motivate and engage, and many prohibit use of the tools in schools time.