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Wired for Service

November 2002
VOLUME 2 ISSUE 8

A Multi-Disciplinary Service-Learning Experience with Computer Recycling
by Faith Goldstein
This article examines why computer recycling in your classroom is both socially responsible and educational. Find out how your class can help.
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Computer Recycling: Get those computers out of the dumpster!
by Cynthia Wetmiller
Service-learning projects can help move computers from the trash to the community and help protect the environment in the process!
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CRT's, lead poisoning and you
by Jon Zemanek
Many people do not know about the danger that throwing computer parts in the trash can pose to us in the future. Find out what exactly that danger is.
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One Computer Can REACH
by Tamara Haspels
How can your one-computer classroom still utilize technology throughout your service-learning project?
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Technology Web Site Review
Wiredkids.org
http://www.wiredkids.org/
by Stephanie Gundry
This article offers information about a website devoted to the online safety of kids and teens.
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Low Cost Technology for Your Classroom
Refurbished Computers and Freeware Operating Systems
by Mary Zimmerle
Find out what free or low-cost resources are out there for your school.
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The State of Linux: Thought on its Use
by Greg Dean
Further information on how Linux can help narrow the digital divide...
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Free Websites for Communities of Promise
by Tamara Haspels
Your service-learning class might be eligible for an America's Promise sponsored website.
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Ementoring
The Future of Mentoring Programs
by Stephanie Gundry
Ementoring programs foster relationships via email or online. This article introduces some of these programs and discusses the challenges facing ementoring in general.
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Call for Articles
Have something to say? Want to be published? Submit your articles to the PSLA newsletters.
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"Youth Voice" Articles by Students are Wanted
Announcing “Youth Voice”, a new component of the PSLA’s email bulletins, featuring articles by students about their service-learning experiences. Find out how your students' essays can get published.
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