Curriculum 21 - Mapping the Global Classroom of the Future

This is the site for the recently-released film called "The Cartel" that is a startling portrayal of inner-city education in New Jersey. It makes, in vivid and emotional fashion, much the same case that many are making about New Jersey's urban schools. You can view the trailer, as well as some other clips, at

Want to publish a school newspaper, reported and edited by students, published online for the benefit of the entire community? The BulletLink service offers one of the most comprehensive online newspaper publishing services, with custom templates that will give your newspaper a professional look.

"one of the best sources for media literacy." School Library Media Activities Monthly, November 2006 "takes its commitment to standards-based education seriously" ISTE review: "101 Best Websites for Secondary Teachers" 2005

PechaKucha Night was devised in Tokyo in February 2003 as an event for young designers to meet, network, and show their work in public. It has turned into a massive celebration, with events happening in hundreds of cities around the world, inspiring creatives worldwide. Drawing its name from the Japanese term for the sound of "chit chat", it rests on a presentation format that is based on a simple idea: 20 images x 20 seconds. It's a format that makes presentations concise, and keeps things moving at a rapid pace.

If you can type, then you can make a movie!

A wiki with links and resources for creating online comic books.

Learning how to find, use, and create podcasts

Storybird allows the user to take shared artwork and write about it in story book.

The Le@arning Federation is based in Australia, and has developed a dynamic catalog of interactive resources for all content areas. The resources are built around learning standards for Australia but they can be applicable anywhere.

Astronomy and the Dobsonian telescope (my favorite documentary)

Create stunning e-books and e-zines! Issuu is a professional grade system for creating and organizing content - text, images, and dozens of layout styles - and publishing your work to the world. This is a great resource for developing skills in journalism and print media management. Your magazine can be distributed on line to an audience of millions. The good news? No paper and very low cost - there's even a free version!