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On This Day

• On This Day: France Implements the Final Execution By Guillotine September 10, 2010 On Sept. 10, 1977, convicted murderer Hamida Djandoubi became the last person executed by guillotine in France. Read More
• On This Day: Attica Prison Uprising Begins September 9, 2010 On Sept. 9, 1971, the deadliest prison rebellion in U.S. history began at the Attica Correctional Facility near Buffalo, N.Y. Read More

Education News

• Worldwide Book Club Could Give Libraries a Boost September 8, 2010 A new project called “One Book, One Twitter” aims to have the world read a book together and discuss it online, exciting librarians and perhaps enticing hesitant readers to pick up a book. Read More
• Should Middle School Students Be Banned From Social Networking? September 7, 2010 School officials in New Jersey say social networks are a menace to students and promote cyber bullying. Others say social networks can be a positive way for students to connect and build an online presence. Read More
• 101 Great Sites for Social Studies Class September 6, 2010 Many teachers have yet to fully embrace the potential for the Internet to transform the social studies curriculum. Whether your class is named History, Government, Civics, Economics or Psychology, there is a great wealth of material available online that will engage your students. We’ve assembled just a smattering of the best of it here. Read More
• ADHD or Immaturity? Resources for Teachers & Parents to Divine the Difference August 31, 2010 ADD-ADHD is the most commonly diagnosed disease in American children, but critics have long asserted that it is over-diagnosed. For teachers and parents, it can be difficult to discern the difference between immaturity and a treatable disease. Fortunately, the Web offers a bevy of outstanding, informational resources that help divine between the two, and cope with each of them. Read More

Education Web Guides

• Latin American Studies April 6, 2010 Historically rich, geographically diverse and culturally intriguing, Latin America is a fascinating place. Discover online resources for Latin American studies, including journals, information on specific countries and current events, and advice for pursuing a career or college major in Latin American studies. Read More
• Civil Rights Movement January 18, 2010 During the 1950s and ‘60s, African-Americans campaigned for an end to racial discrimination through a series of non-violent protests and marches. The Civil Rights Movement culminated with the passage of federal laws banning discrimination in voting, employment, housing and other sectors of American society. Read More

Happy Birthday

• Happy Birthday, Stephen Jay Gould, Paleontologist and Science Writer September 10, 2010 Renowned for both his revolutionary contributions to evolutionary biology and his ability to make science accessible to the public, Stephen Jay Gould drew upon science, sports, pop culture and art to craft a remarkable career. Read More
  
• Happy Birthday, Leo Tolstoy, Author of “War and Peace” September 9, 2010 Leo Tolstoy proclaimed, “The sole meaning of life is to serve humanity.” His rebellion toward society, and his philosophical and idealistic outlook fashioned his paradoxical and inquisitive nature. His romantic prose, attitude for nonviolence, and dedication to ideals influenced many political and spiritual leaders. As professor Andy Kaufman points out, “he was more than a great writer, he was a phenomenon.” Read More
  
• Happy Birthday, Peter Sellers, Impressionist and Comedic Actor September 8, 2010 The shape-shifting aspects of Peter Sellers made him one of the most versatile actors around—his many faces, voices and impressions lending themselves to characters such as Inspector Clouseau and Dr. Strangelove. His comic genius coupled with his ability to completely immerse himself in the characters he portrayed made him beloved of audiences. Though his personal life was plagued by inner demons, he arguably shaped the nuances of British comedy we know today. Read More
  
• Happy Birthday, Alan Haskvitz, Celebrated American Educator September 7, 2010 Alan Haskvitz is one of America’s best teachers. Over the past 20 years he has taught almost every grade level and core subject. He has written books and articles on teaching, and has won the admiration of his students and of the education community. Read More