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Math and Reading Help For Kids is a directory of articles and resources to help parents make informed decisions about their childÂ’s education. This website also recommends childrenÂ’s tutoring and educational games to help kids improve math and reading skills. From Teaching and Learning on the Web on August 5, 2004 at 10:46 p.m..


I Sea Horses! "Splash into our Undersea Magical Adventure Interactive kids site based on the I Sea Horses Childrens's book about a herd of wild horses that chooses to live in the ocean." Six loveable seahorse characters come to life in the form of a new line of plush toys . Learn about seahorses, how they behave, what they eat, how they are being protected, draw and color , play games and much more... From Teaching and Learning on the Web on August 5, 2004 at 10:46 p.m..


Index of the Surrey entries in the Sun Insurance Office fire insurance registers 1788-93 This web site is published by the Surrey Archaeological Society Local History Committee. On the site is an index of late eighteenth century Sun Insurance Office fire policies held by residents of Surrey. The index lists the policies by place not policy holder, and site users can browse through an alphabetical list of Surrey parishes to locate policies. Each index entry provides a volume and reference number, enabling users to identify the policies they need before visiting the Guildhall Library in London. Also on the site is an example of the content of a policy and information about the Guild From New Humbul Resources on August 5, 2004 at 10:46 p.m..


Early British kingdoms site This is an excellent web site concerned with Britain in the post-Roman age, during the period known as the Dark Ages. Authored by a professional historian, Early British Kingdoms looks at the various nations and kingdoms in Britain from the fifth to the tenth century. The site offers a large amount of reference material, providing information on the individual kingdoms, including maps and chronologies, biographies of royal figures and important saints, and royal genealogies. There is also information on the Saxons, Scots and Picts, adversaries of these kingdoms. Also on Early British Kingdoms From New Humbul Resources on August 5, 2004 at 10:46 p.m..


Tuberculosis : the enduring enemy Tuberculosis: the enduring enemy is published by the Digital Collections Program and the Osler Library at McGill University. The Osler Library houses a large collection of historical texts on tuberculosis, the core of which were collected by Dr. William Osler. Some of these have been digitised and page images and transcriptions can be accessed on this site. The texts are fully searchable, but currently cannot be browsed. Also on the site is background information on how physicians and researchers have worked to understand tuberculosis, also known in the past as phthisis and consumption, over t From New Humbul Resources on August 5, 2004 at 10:46 p.m..


Edith Cavell : a Norfolk heroine 1865-1915 This web site looks at the life of Edith Cavell, the Red Cross nurse shot by the Germans for collaboration in the First World War. The site is published by Swardeston Parish Council and provides a thorough introduction the Edith Cavell's life. The main content on the site is a substantial biography, covering her childhood in Norfolk, her education and nursing training, as well as her activities in occupied Belgium during the First World War. The site features some nice primary sources, such as documents, photographs, artifacts and an account of her last hours by Pasteur Le Seur, chaplain From New Humbul Resources on August 5, 2004 at 10:46 p.m..


Ariadne, Issue 40, July 2004 Ariadne Magazine is targeted principally at information science professionals in academia, and also to interested lay people both in and beyond the Higher Education community. From EdNA Online on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


Online Banking for Beginners This educational website is for people who want to learn more about internet banking. It contains easy to understand information about the online banking services offered by Australian banks and financial institutions. Information and learning activities for students are included, plus support information and lesson planning resources for teachers. From EdNA Online on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


VICNET Internet Training VICNET is Victoria's community network, delivering Internet services to people all around Victoria. This page provides details of the courses that VICNET provide, which range from classes for beginners to advanced users, and which also include HTML classes for those who want to create their own Web pages. The page also includes a link to resources that learners can use for self study. From EdNA Online on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


Metadata is Nothing New An introductory article about metadata, its purpose and its use on the web. From EdNA Online on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


e-Learning Technologies Lab, University of South Australia The E-Learning Technologies research lab conducts research & development in the application of advances in computer science and information technologies for the enhancement of teaching and learning. It attempts to produce learning environments that are cooperative and collaborative using modern network infrastructures. The lab engages in research & innovative development projects and seeks to find technology-enabled solutions to learning so as to expand the educational opportunities for all. From EdNA Online on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


Olympic Adult Education Olympic Adult Education aims to provide quality ongoing programs that respond to individual learning needs in a changing community. They run a range of education programs for adults and young people aged 15 and above, including: Reading and Writing; English as a Second Language; Computers; Childcare; Youth Programs; Courses for Adults with Special Needs; and General Courses. This site includes an online learning page, links to other ACE organisations, information for staff and course details. From EdNA Online on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


Madison Digital Image Database (MDID 2) Software Developed at James Madison University, the MDID system brings the digital image library into the teaching and learning process. Continuing the tradition of a shared educational software resource, MDID 2 is distributed free of charge under an open source license. From EdNA Online on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


Macquarie Customised Accessibility Services (M-CAS) An initiative of Macquarie University aimed at meeting the life-long educational requirements of students with access needs. M-CAS employs educational consultants to work alongside support staff, academics and students in order to facilitate their academic success. M-CAS works on the principles of focusing on curriculum needs, lessening the cognitive load of the learner and customising learning materials to meet individual needs. From EdNA Online on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


University of New South Wales (UNSW) Ecoliving Centre The University of New South Wales (UNSW) Ecoliving Centre is a working model of accessible, ecologically sustainable living as a dynamic learning resource for the University of New South Wales and the broader Community which follows the ethics and design principles of permaculture, promotes organic gardening, and energy and water efficiency. It aims to show how an urban community can adopt sustainability principles into their daily lives. The site includes a calendar of events From EdNA Online on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


True Christianity Posted By Finny Kuruvilla on Aug 5th 3:59PM: True Christianity is a collection of sixteen messages by Charles Finney (1792-1875). Divided into four sections -- repentance, prayer, witnessing, and spiritual growth -- the book defines the simple essence of the Christian life. Written primarily for those who call themselves Christians and want a deeper walk with the Lord, each chapter will challenge you with Finney's bold and clear teachings. Compiled and edited by F. G. Kuruvilla, the 1800s language has been updated for the twenty-first century reader. From Common Content: Newest Items on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


Is Poem Posted By Allen Day on Aug 5th 7:10AM: An ever-growing eclectic collection of poems, drawn into a single common body. As a whole, it is a single poem designed to act as a metaphor for life. Each interaction it has, in form of a contribution, opens doors to other interactions by seeding the title list. From Common Content: Newest Items on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


Programación del puerto serie en Linux Posted By Sergio Costas Rodriguez on Aug 5th 6:45AM: A little tutorial (in spanish) explaining how to get access to the serial port under Linux. From Common Content: Newest Items on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


Programación de drivers FrameBuffer para Linux Posted By Sergio Costas Rodriguez on Aug 5th 6:42AM: A little tutorial (in spanish) explaining how to create framebuffer drivers for the Linux kernel. From Common Content: Newest Items on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


Jugando a ser Dios Posted By Sergio Costas Rodriguez on Aug 5th 6:38AM: A little science-fiction tale about AI. From Common Content: Newest Items on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


masayume Posted By Lord Yupa on Aug 5th 2:51AM: dreams come true From Common Content: Newest Items on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


:: control-z :: Posted By Johnnie Estrella on Aug 4th 12:28PM: : spanish e-magazines art, entertainment and opinion From Common Content: Newest Items on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


Copyright Compliance for Law Firms Posted By Jeff Buckley on Aug 4th 12:26PM: A primer on complying with (c) in the law firm setting. Written by a student in Mary Hotchkiss' Legal Research II class at the University of Washington in 2004. From Common Content: Newest Items on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


Zenart Posted By Serena Konig on Aug 4th 11:32AM: Paintings by Serena Konig From Common Content: Newest Items on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


Mapa mental - Lei de Adoracao Posted By Vicente de Paula Lima Junior on Aug 3rd 11:32PM: Mapa mental da Lei de Adoracao. Uma das Leis Morais, contidas na parte III de "O Livro dos Espiritos". Obra basica da Doutrina Espi­rita (Espiritismo.) From Common Content: Newest Items on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


Personae: Andanzas de extraños personajes Posted By John S on Aug 3rd 3:37PM: Archivo de publicación semanal dedicado a la recopilación de biografías de personajes curiosos. From Common Content: Newest Items on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


Jesus Jones Posted By Jesus Lara on Aug 3rd 3:20PM: Music review and a couple of php scripts. From Common Content: Newest Items on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


Captured Moments Posted By Will Shetterly on Aug 3rd 3:05PM: science ficiton short story by Will Shetterly From Common Content: Newest Items on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


SONNYJIM "Love The Machines, Virtually" Posted By Klaus on Aug 3rd 2:42PM: A netaudio mp3 maxi containing minimal techno pieces. Recorded with 808s, and 303 s and overloaded compressors and an awful sound, but they' re kicking!! From Common Content: Newest Items on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


SONNYJIM "The Anthology 2000" Posted By Klaus on Aug 3rd 2:34PM: A collection of songs and demos recorded while working on the first album "Im Schatten Junger Maedchenbluete" 2000 in Regensburg. From Common Content: Newest Items on August 5, 2004 at 9:22 p.m..


Oil Refinery Exercises This is a collection of exercises designed to look at the economic operation of a medium sized oil refinery and a suggested analysis of an investment decision. It was designed at Cornell University and sponsored in part by the National Science Foundation. Resources provided include: pedagogical details; screenshots; lecture notes on the topics covered in the exercises; copyright details and files containing the exercises. These files include a game for the students to play in the form of an excel spreadsheet and handouts for answers in word format. From EEVL New Learning Materials on August 5, 2004 at 2:44 p.m..


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