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Several teachers have requested that the information and resources that I share in Digital Cafe be available for retrieval at later, more convenient times.  For this reason, I've decided to give the blog a try. It has an archive feature on the right where you can access older posts (Once there actually are older posts). I would also like this to be a place that teachers can use as an interactive tool.  If you know of additional or helpful information, please feel free to share in the comments below. 

This month's Digital Cafe is dedicated to Science!  Who doesn't love to learn the reasons behind the many mysteries of the universe?  Well, unfortunately, studies show that far too many of our students do not enjoy science.  This is especially true for girls. Let's change this!

There are many online resources that educators can utilize to make science more engaging and approachable for all students. Here are just a few. Please share your favorites in the comments below.  


Elementary Level:
Free Science Powerpoint Presentations - This is a site to access presentations of just about any Science topic you can think of.  Browse the collection to find just what you need. 

UEN (Utah Education Network) has put together an impressive collection of resources for grades 3-6 on a variety of topics.  These are interactive activities which engage the learner.

Secondary Level:

Scitable currently concentrates on genetics and cell biology. Scitable has a free science library to browse and explore

The Chemcollective is a collection of virtual labs, scenario-based learning activites, tutorials, and concept tests.

Edheads is an organization that provides engaging web simulations and activities for kids. Current activities focus on simulated surgical procedures, cell phone design (with market research), simple and compound machines, and weather prediction.

Just for fun, Symphony of Science  is a site where scientists become Rock Stars!  By remixing ordinary science lectures and documentaries with uplifting and exciting music, the series puts a new spin on science, appealing to students, teachers, and laymen.

I hope you have found something to peak your interest.  Remember to share your favorites in the comment section below.