Social+Studies

=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

=Eduwonk []= This blog is an opinion blog on all subjects related to education. It is not ofr the faint at heart. The blog provides informative and insightful takes on current events and educational issues that can be of great importance to parents and teachers alike. REMEMBER, I warned you. This blog is a leaning site. I am not going to tell you which way it is leaning. zI will leave that up to you to determine. Enjoy! (Publisher: Education Sector)

Pros:
 * The site is gree and easy to maneuver.
 * There is information from the most serious to most enjoyable.
 * Information can be easily shared with multiple people.

Cons:
 * The information is very opinionated.
 * Outside sites are not necessarily checked

Rating: Posted by: Steven M. Ohren

**Free Technology for Teachers** []

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)

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

=World History Blog []= This blog is an opinion blog on all different aspects of World History. It is has book reviews, resource reviews, opinion on various history topics. It would be good for using to develop classroom lessons, a research tool, and even for doing personal research.

Pros:
 * The site is great and easy to maneuver.
 * There is information for all types of history.
 * Information can be easily shared with multiple people.
 * Great resource list including all US. presidents and History of Nations link

Cons:
 * The information is opinionated.

Rating: Posted by Mike Domerese