Thing 16: Student 2.0 tools

I really loved the Assignment calculator and the Research Project Calendar. They are both tools that virtually anyone could use both children and adults that are working on assignments or projects. The Assignment calculator is a more simple approach and the Research Project Calendar is a bit more complex. I liked the fact that you could choose to print or e-mail the results to yourself. It allows people a choice, and some would prefer holding a piece of paper in their hands as to viewing something online. I also liked the positive feedback that you got with the Research Project Calendar...Good luck... is being supportive and positive when for some students doing research is more of a chore and they need something positive. Looking at the Teacher guide there was allot of information on how to teach others on the use. I especially liked the section called "Before you begin". It was simple yet practical advice and inspiration for both the teacher and the student..."Make 'em curious...is something as a teacher, librarian, parent, or whoever is demonstrating or teaching anything should always consider. It is one more thing that makes life that much more interesting...curiosity just might inspire more creativity and learning.