Simulation+&+Gaming

__Simulations__ [|Google Earth] now with ocean tours and historical content. Create movies, maps, add content, research. [|Edutopia: The Good Earth] [|Edutopia: Simulation Nation]

__Gaming__ [|Second Life] An online 3D world created by its players. ISTE has created a place for educators to start -> [|here] [|Educational Institutions & Organizations in 2nd Life] [|SecondLife's Education Bookmarks] [|Second Life for Educators]

[|Civilization] computer based strategy game in which the player aims to build an empire that stands the test of time

What kids are playing at home: [|Spore] design and create a creature that will go through 5 stages of evolution [|World of Warcraft] players must contribute to complete the objective for a team. those who contribute the most get the oppportunity to lead the team. interactive with voice, etc. you may actually purchase itmes to use in WOW on eBay for real $$.

[|25 Best Sims and Games for the Classroom]

__Programming__ [|Scratch]  is designed to help young people (ages 8 and up) develop 21st century learning skills. As they create and share Scratch projects, young people learn important mathematical and computational ideas, while also learning to think creatively, reason systematically, and work collaboratively. [|World Wide Workshop Foundation] - students can create their own games [|Java Gaming] and [|Educational Java Programs] list free online games

[|Edutopia: The School of Second Life] [|Edutopia: Let the Games Begin] [|Edutopia: Wii Love Learning]