Science

=​​​MisterTeacher []= This blog was created by a fifth grade teacher from Wyoming, Ohio. This blog is a great resource for using technology in the math, science, and social studies areas. The author creates and uploads videos that can be used with an interactive whiteboard. He also discusses the use of iPods in the classroom, offers suggestions for working with diverse students, and has a plethora of online resources available in one place. (Author: James Tubbs)

Pros
 * Online resources for math, science, and social studies
 * Interactive whiteboard mini-movies
 * Instant access to updates through twitter

Cons
 * Time needed to search through previous posts for resource needs
 * Minimal interaction with other educators
 * Lack of language arts resources

Rating: Posted by Jennifer Brock

​ This blog is owned by Seed Media Group. ScienceBlogs is the largest online community devoted to the free discussion of science and science-related topics. What you read is what you get. Bloggers are invited to post to the site, but only after they have secured a sponsor of some kind. Bloggers, once invited, are free to write whatever the wish. Reader beware! (Owner: Seed Media Group)
 * ScienceBlogs ** [|http://scienceblogs.com]

Pros
 * Use of everyday language, which makes it easy to understand and follow
 * Interesting topics in Life Science, Physical Science, Environmental Science, Brain and Behavior Research, and Technology
 * While some posts may may use language that is offensive to some readers, the issues/topics discussed are often quite interesting and can be controversial

Cons
 * Language used may be offensive to some readers and, in my opinion, often unprofessional, but it does depend on the blogger
 * Educational posts are not that helpful

Rating

Posted by Holly Eglin

This blog offers a review of free technology and resources for teachers, as well as ideas for integrating them into classrooms and lessons. (Author: Richard Byrne)
 * Free Technology for Teachers** []

Pros:
 * Winner of the 2008 EduBlog Award
 * Resources for Technology Integration, Social Studies, Science, English, Math, and Foreign Language
 * Provides alternatives to using YouTube in the classroom
 * Review of the latest technology resources for the classroom

Cons:
 * Need time to sift through all of the resources

Rating

Posted by Holly Eglin

**ScienceBlogs** [|http://scienceblogs.com] This blog was created to be a central location for users of the world to discuss relevant Science topics. The site includes links to a variety of sub-topics, including educational views, technology uses, and politics related to the subject. It is a great resource for locating relevant discussions or findings and current personal opinions. Pros Cons Rating Posted by Kelly Hart
 * Instant access to a number of science related topics
 * Easy to navigate and access RSS Feeds, Archives, and relevant links
 * Users can follow this site and its updates via Twitter
 * Extensive time may be needed to sort through the many sub-topics and forums
 * Advertisements can be distracting

**Tech Blog Romow []** This blog is the official blog of the Science and Technology Directory. Blogging on science and technology, in general, is the primary purpose of this site. Although users can find related topics and useful links to spam free websites, the navigational tools may not be easy for amateurs.

Pros
 * Easy access to spam free websites
 * Featured listings
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 * Difficult to access Archives
 * Guests and subscribed users have access, negating reliability

**The Internet Public Library []** ​This blog is a forum for researchers and teachers and is extremely easy to navigate. Sub-topics are clearly organized and include hyperlinks, as well as a brief description of each.

Pros
 * Clear and concisely organized
 * Additional resources listed at the bottom of the page
 * Numerous, relvant links to other valid websites
 * On-hand almanacs, dictionaries, and encyclopedias

Cons
 * Small text may be difficult for some to read
 * Difficult to access archives
 * Guests and subscribed users have access, negating reliability

Rating Posted by Kelly Hart