Twurdy-A Web Search With a Readability Index

Twurdy - A Web Search With a Readability Index
How does Twurdy calculate the page readability level?


Twurdy uses custom designed readability software that includes information about the number of words on the page, the average number of syllables in each word, the average sentence length and more to determine a pages readability level.

100 Excellent Open Access Journals for Educators

100 Excellent Open Access Journals for Educators

Getting It Wrong: Surprising Tips on How to Learn

Getting It Wrong: Surprising Tips on How to Learn
New research makes the case for hard tests, and suggests an unusual technique that anyone can use to learn. Check out the article on the Scientific America website, it is worth the read!

Some Cool Google Tips and Tricks

Google is a huge database that has a plethora of resources for us, but sometimes finding them is hard. Follow the link to find some great tips to refine your searching skills when using google.
Must Have Google Search Tips

Follow this link to find out about the Wonder Wheel- which will help make your search simple. Wonder Wheel

Boolify Project

Boolify provides learners with a manipulative mental model for Boolean Search contruction. It can be used to teach and learn Boolean in a variety of ways.

ISeek

http://education.iseek.com/iseek/home.page
iSEEK Education is a targeted search engine for students, teachers, administrators, and caregivers.
• Safe - Put your mind at ease with safe search technologies and editor-reviewed content
• Authoritative - Search hundreds of thousands of trusted resources from universities, government, and established noncommercial providers
• Intelligent - Instantly identify lesson plans, activities, school subjects, grade levels, and more with iView navigation
• Time-saving - Register to bookmark any URL for storage in MySEEK, your own searchable Web-based library
• Allows you to put a website address in and find out if it is a valid or biased site.