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  • America on the Move

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  • Bitstrips

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  • Carbon Footprint

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AMERICA ON THE MOVE

-http://amhistory.si.edu/onthemove/exhibition/

-A historical review of the transportation industry in America and it’s influence on numerous factors.  An in depth analysis of the evolution of transportation in America by The National Museum of American History and The Smithsonian Institution.

-An ideal fit for a history or social studies classroom.  An interactive history lesson on the transportation industry in America packed with artifacts is a natural fit for this Web 2.0 tool.

-This tool is ideal for UDL.  There are multiple means of representation of the information in this site.  Visuals, text, games themes and exhibitions are available, just to mention a few.

-Site recommended for all ages.

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BITSTRIPS

-http://bitstrips.com/create/comic/

-A fun site that enables the user to create caricatures and comics of self and friends within a certain network.  Designed to network and interact with contacts.

-A tool that can be used in an educational setting as a way for students to interact with friends and classmates in a fun way to share information in the classroom.

-An excellent way of removing the barriers of text only sites.  Great way to express creativity by allowing and enabling design and creativity.

-Site for all ages with parental or guardian permission.

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CARBON FOOTPRINT

-http://www.carbonfootprint.com/calculator.aspx

-A site dedicated to allow the user to calculate his or her carbon footprint and environmental impact on the planet.  Calculate how your daily activities have an impact on the environment through emissions.

-A great way to introduce the concept of daily emissions and carbon footprints.  Explore in an educational setting how our daily routines have a lasting effect on the planet for us and generations to come.

-By including a calculator it removes any barriers that someone with math issues may suffer from.  Also a concise clear format provides great visuals and doubles as a graphic organizer.

-Site recommended for all ages.

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