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Using Webcams in the Classroom for Communication:

Webcam Activity: Animal Cams

Webcam Resources:

  • Eyes on the World
    http://www.education-world.com/a_tech/sites/sites081.shtml
  • Visit one of the sites listed below to provide your students with a unique Web cam experience.
    • Panda Central
      See live video of giant panda Hua Mei from the San Diego Zoo's Pacific Bell Giant Panda Research Station.
    • Critter Cams
      Check out Animal Planet's collection of Web cams, featuring alligators, elephants, rhinos, sharks, and more.
    • National Zoo Animal Cams
      Still and video cameras broadcast the activities of naked moles, Amazon River fishes, Asian elephants, ferrets, and other creatures at the National Zoo in Washington, D.C.
    • Wild Birds Unlimited
      Wish you had a bustling birdfeeder outside your window? This site's Bird FeederCam is nearly as enjoyable as the real thing!
    • Passages of the Deep -- Shark Cams
      This site from the Oregon Coast Aquarium offers four shark cams!
    • Kelp Cam
      The Monterey Bay Aquarium sponsors this cam that spies on its kelp forest. The site also offers a peek at its penguins!
    • EarthCam
      Find a Web cam for nearly any location or purpose with this online guide. Be sure to carefully preview this material to make certain that it's appropriate for your class.

 

Using Avatars in the Classroom Resources

Avatar Resources:

  • Voki

    Voki is a free service that allows you to create personalized speaking avatars and use them on your blog, profile, and in email messages.
    http://www.voki.com/
  • My Avatar Editor
    Create your on Mii Avators like you do on the Wii!
    http://www.myavatareditor.com/ 


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