Collaborators Needed
We are launching two projects that need collaborators. The Concord Consortium is starting a long-term study of the educational impact of ubiquitous technology. We are looking for partner schools who can provide one portable, networked computer per student to explore the curriculum change that this level of technology would enable. We provide curriculum support, research, and information sharing. The computers will be either an eMate or NETSchool. While the school needs to supply these computers, we can help identify funding sources.

A second project involves technology-enhanced curricula for sustainable development and futures education. We plan to collect, modify, develop, and test materials in this general area that can be used as supplements to existing courses or as new courses. We are particularly interested in adding technology and a sustainable development perspective to existing ecology materials. The technologies might involve modeling, gaming, data collection, online research and mentoring, and student-scientist partnerships. We also need collaborating schools who are able to implement, test and help develop these materials. See CC's How to Get Involved for additional information.
collaborators@concord.org

NetAdventure^TM
The Concord Consortium is offering a series of intriguing science activities on the 'net this summer that should be fun for kids of any age. The goal of NetAdventure is to provide a rich set of engaging activities in math, science, and technology projects. We increasingly hear about kids who are bored with math and science, either because it is too easy for them or simply uninteresting. NetAdventure is the antidote - a plethora of opportunities that are a challenge to indifference.

The project will be an intellectual smorgasbord, far more than any one learner can absorb, offering something for almost anyone. Participants will be challenged with ideas, problems, contests, and opportunities. They can post their solutions and creations, work with other kids and scientists, and explore the world of ideas. Something new will be posted each weekday in July and August.

Kids wherever they are - stuck at home, bored by a cross-country driving trek, or just intellectually starved - will welcome the challenge of these activities. Along the way, there will be many opportunities to learn and appreciate one's own capacity for creation. Participants also gain new concepts and attitudes that will support their learning.

The course fee is $35/week per computer. Families can register just one computer. Individuals or entire projects can sign up. Internet access and a browser are required. See the NetAdventure web site for further information and registration: http://www.concord.org/netadventure/
netadventure@concord.org