http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ A search of MERLOT materials Copyright 1997-2013 MERLOT. All rights reserved. Wed, 22 May 2013 05:11:52 PDT Wed, 22 May 2013 05:11:52 PDT http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/images/merlot.gif http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ 44 34 http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=729406 From the description in iTunes:Increase your well-being with the most comprehensive mobile HAPPINESS-BOOSTING APP.This first-of-its-kind program guides you through a set of daily activities scientifically proven to boost both your short and long term happiness. Research has shown that to be happy, satisfied and fulfilled, you need to cultivate optimism and shake away negative thoughts. The LIVE HAPPY app helps you boost your overall happiness by engaging in simple activities that have been scientifically proven to improve psychological well-being.This app is integrated with Facebook and Twitter.Note: This app must be purchased. The cost is $.99. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=666388 This site offers forensic science lesson plans. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=652978 ״WeVideo is an online platform for collaborative video production in the cloud. We connect your web editing and your mobile device camera - and we enable you to tell your stories together with your friends. Any browser works - don’t worry about installation, software downloads and updates - all your files and edits are safely stored and accessible online.״ http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=597003 This lesson incorporates the five themes of geography, place, region, movement, location and interaction. It is meant for students to discuss and research why, what, and where people or groups locate to find jobs, land, or for history purpose food. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=596501 This is a lesson plan connecting immigration to modern politics. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=516249 This is a lesson plan for teaching online researching and the use of databases to collect reliable and useful information http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=469639 This website can be used for mind mapping; it's a graphical tool for developing and organizing ideas. It's a Web application; no download is needed. This tool can also be used for collaboration. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=436360 This document is the central lesson plan for the unit on "Las Islas Uros" that I've posted here. It includes lesson plan ideas and possible activities and assignments.Note that this plan was designed for intermediate and advanced Spanish students, but it can be adapted for lower levels. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=436056 These are lesson plans meant to accompany the "Going Green in the Andes" lesson packet on recycling in Peru and Ecuador. It explains how to carry out the activities included in the lesson packet, how to access online materials mentioned in the lesson packet, and how to evaluate students' learning.I have also posted the lesson packet and video that accompany this lesson packet. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=435807 Traveling Suitcases areare part of the Center for Latin American Studies's free lending library. They artifact collections reflecting daily life in specific countries and regions. Other suitcases represent other aspects of the culture such as music and traditional celebrations. These unique collections of books, toys, music, product packaging, currency, national symbols, and other items have been collected by UF faculty, students, and friends while traveling in Latin America. Many teachers use them as a learning center, letting students handle items and discuss their uses. They are popular for displays during international fairs and Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15 - Oct. 15. The teacher's guide includes an annotated contents list, country information, maps, teaching guidelines, additional resource lists, sample lesson plans, and an evaluation form. Common to all suitcases are collections of national symbols, such as maps, flags and currency; artifacts from the agriculture, commercial and service sectors of the economy; handicrafts and newspapers. Items are packed in a sturdy plastic trunk.All borrowers must have a current lending agreement on file with the Center for Latin American Studies Outreach Program. Once your agreement is on file, simply contact the Outreach Program (by phone, fax, or e-mail) with your request for materials from the database.