In this Issue...

The Open Source Library for Educational Tools: OSLET³
An online library of free educational software is launched.
Perspective⁴
Technology in Support of Equity: The digital learning divide is the real challenge for education.
Handhelds Track Student Progress⁵
Small portable computers have the power to change education.
Probeware Takes a Seat in the Classroom⁶
New probeware makes it easier to integrate probes into the curriculum.
Monday's Lesson⁷
Using a handheld computer as a Field Guide.
Online Courses That Work... and Some That Don't⁸
Many things are called "online courses," but only a guided collaboration model really works.
The CC e-Learning Model⁹
Nine principles define our approach to high-quality online learning.
Do Modeling Tools Help Students Learn Science?¹⁰
Modeling Accross the Curriculum tests the effect of modeling applications.

The projects described in this newsletter are supported by grants from the National Science Foundation, the U.S. Department of Education, the Noyce Foundation and others. All opinions, findings, and recommendations expressed herein are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the funding agencies. Mention of trade names, commercial products or organizations does not imply endorsement.

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Last Updated: 03/07/2005