By Katheryn Rivas

While the big names like Google and Yahoo will likely always rule the search engine market, sometimes you want something a little more focused when it comes to finding what you need on the web. That’s where these niche search engines come in handy. Using these tools you’ll be able to search through everything from academic research articles to deals on video games, making your life at college easier in a myriad of ways.

Research

Use these great search engines to aid in your research for papers, projects and more.

1. Google Scholar: With Google Scholar you can search through thousands of guaranteed scholarly (and appropriate for use in a paper) articles and research reports.
2. WorldCat: If you need a book and they don’t have it at your local library, use this tool to find out where the closest location you can find the book is.
3. Scirus: Using this search tool you can browse or search through loads of great scientific articles–great for last-minute research.
4. HighBeam Research: This tool searches through numerous sites to find the articles that you’re looking for.
5. iSeek: Students and teachers alike can find great information using this site that searches through only trusted resources.
6. Librarian’s Internet Index: Make sure you’re finding reliable, truthful information by using this search tool.
7. Vadlo: This search engine allows users to search through thousands of resources in the life sciences and biomedical fields.
8. Virtual Learning Resource Center: You’ll find a great collection of resources on this site to help you complete your projects in everything from economics to art history.
9. Open Library: If you don’t have time to run out to the library, you can find online resources to use for free using this search engine.
10. Online Journals Search Engine: Use this search engine to find great scientific journal articles.

Getting Answers

Check out these search engines for help finding answers to your important questions and organizing information.

11. Answers.com: Ask a question and other users will post their answers on this helpful site.
12. AskMeNow: Use this search site to find answers from experts on a wide range of topics.
13. Powerset: This tool uses Wikipedia to answer your question, bringing up the most relevant information.
14. Lexxe: Simply type a question into this site to get search results that best answer it.
15. Online Conversion: You can convert just about any unit to another using this great tool. Simply search to find the conversion you need.
16. Tablefy: This site will allow you to compare just about anything from products to websites and give you the information in an easy to use table.
17. MetaGlossary: Using this tool, you can find the meaning of millions of phrases, terms and acronyms.
18. BrainBoost: Try out this question-answering engine to see if you can’t find just what you’re looking for.

Med Students

Whether you’re already in med school or planning to head there when you graduate, these tools offer great search capabilities for all kinds of health-related information.

19. PubMed: This site lets you search through the holdings at the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the National Institutes of Health.
20. MedScape: Find all kinds of useful health-related articles through this site.
21. OmniMedicalSearch: This medical site lets you search for articles, news, photos and more.
22. Healthline: Check out this basic site to find information on a variety of medical conditions.
23. Healthfinder: Here you’ll find a collection of government health resources that you can search through in both English and Spanish.
24. Antibiotic Guide: If you need to know anything about an antibiotic, you’ll find it using this search site from Johns Hopkins.
25. Medical Student.com: Designed with students in mind, this site is full of searchable information that can help you in your studies.
26. PDR.net: Use this search site as a starting point to learning more about prescription drugs of all kinds.

Law Students

Search through all kinds of legal history and information using these tools.

27. Everybody’s Legal Glossary: This searchable resources puts legal terms into plain English so that you can understand them.
28. Catalaw: Catalaw is a site that brings together the world’s law catalogs and lets you search through them.
29. FedLaw: This site will help you find everything from the meaning of acronyms to forms and legal restrictions for businesses.
30. Supreme Court Decisions: If you need to look up a Supreme Court case, this site makes it simple.
31. LawGuru: Using this site, you can ask any kind of legal question and get answers or find out what kind of law offices are open in your area.
32. Hieros Gamos: Find law firms, jobs, legal information and just about anything else related to the law by searching this site.
33. Meta-Index for U.S. Legal Research: This site makes it easy to search for Supreme Court decisions, legislation, regulations and more.
34. World Legal Information Institute: Search through this database to find information related to legal cases from around the world.

Business Students

Keep up with the markets and the big names in business with these search engines.

35. Business.com: You’ll find a wide range of business information through the search engine on this site.
36. DailyStocks: Keep up with the ups and downs of the market by searching for specific stocks on this site.
37. Inomics: Sign up for this site to search through a wealth of economics-related information.
38. Zapdata: By becoming a member of this site, you can search through businesses from across the nation and get great leads and connections.
39. Bloomberg: Use this site to learn more about economic and financial news and to follow the markets.
40. BPubs: Search through a variety of business publications for articles that interest you using this site.
41. ThomasNet: Look up companies, product names, brands and more and find all the information you need on this site.

All-In-One

These search engines will allow you to conduct big, personalized searches.

42. WikiSlice: This site will let you search through wikipedia for a given term, giving you all the articles that reference it.
43. Dogpile: Use this search engine to search through Google, Yahoo, Bing and Ask all at once.
44. MetaCrawlerWeb: Save yourself some time and search through all the big search engines at once on this site.
45. mamma: Whether you’re looking for web results, video or images, this site brings you the best results from the biggest search engines out there.
46. Myriad Search: Search through several major search engines on this site, with the option to customize your results.
47. HotBot: Choose from several search engines to use on this meta site.
48. SurfWax: This site will help you make the most of your searches, offering custom tools for searching Wikipedia, RSS feeds, news, shopping and more.
49. Clusty: With the option to limit searches to topics like blogs, images, Wikipedia and more, this site makes finding what you need a whole lot easier.
50. Copernic Agent: Find what you’re looking for in a snap using this customizable search tool.

Images and Visual Displays

If you need images for a project or just for fun, these sites make it easy to find what you’re looking for.

51. Image Toss: Use this search tool to find great images.
52. Picsearch: This site will let you search through billions of images to find what you need.
53. Fagan Finder: An indispensable tool for searching for images, this site lets you search through stock photos, search engines, photo sharing sites and more.
54. TinEye Reverse Image Search: Have an image but don’t know where it came from? This search site can help.
55. Pixsy: Use this site to search through tons of pictures and images to find what you’re looking for.
56. Netvue: With this site you’ll see images and animations displayed beautifully so you’ll find just what you’re looking for.
57. Creative Commons Search: Find images you can use for free on this site.
58. Middlespot: Search through the images on this site and collect them using the site’s tools so you can use them later.

Media

Find videos and music galore using these search engines.

59. Last.fm: List your favorite bands on this site, and the search feature will direct you towards other artists you might like.
60. Dailymotion: On this site you’ll find thousands of videos you can look through each day.
61. YouTube: As the best-known video-hosting site on the web, this search tool is a best bet for finding the videos you need.
62. FindSounds: Whether you need a new ring tone or just want to entertain yourself with funny sounds, you can find just about everything you need here.
63. Blinkx: Search through tons of videos on this site.
64. SeeqPod: Use this tool to search through millions of songs, and you can even listen to samples of your results.
65. RadioLocator: Search through this site to find the best radio stations in your area.
66. SkreemR: Find a wide range of MP3 files through this search engine.

Entertainment

Find fun things to do in your college town using these helpful entertainment search sites.

67. Gnod: Find music, books and movies that meet your interests using this search engine.
68. ConcertFinders: Try out this site to find out what concerts will be happening in your area.
69. FestivalFinder: If you want to attend a music or any other kind of festival this summer, consider using this tool to find out more information.
70. Fandango: Look up information about movies and find show times and tickets on this site.
71. Restaurant Row: Enter in your city, a type of food or a restaurant name and find all the information you need for a dinner out.
72. TV Guide: Find out what’s playing on your TV by searching through the listings on this site.
73. Zvents: Discover fun things to do in your neck of the woods by searching through this site.
74. Goby: Simply type in what you’d like to do, where you’d like to do it or when you’re free, and you can find all kinds of fun activities.
75. IMDB: Settle your movie trivia debates using this excellent movie and television information database.

Shopping

If you’re a college student on a budget, take advantage of these shopping sites to find great bargains on just about anything you could need.

76. Like.com: This site is home to some of the best deals and selections on the web from sites made for women, men, home and more.
77. Slifter: Find out where to buy products in your neighborhood using this online tool.
78. Pronto: This site searches top stores for great deals and trendy fashions to save you the trouble of doing it on your own.
79. The Find: Search for a product using this site and it will tell you where to get the best deal and if there are coupons available.
80. retrevo: Those in the market for new electronics should try out this site for finding great deals.
81. BizRate: Here, you’re able to search for items, price compare and buy them from the site with the best deal.
82. Shopzilla: This site is the ultimate comparison shopping search engine. Simply type in what you’re looking for and it does the rest.
83. AuctionMapper: Use this site to totally hack the listings on eBay, get the best deals and find what you’re looking for.

Life

These search sites will help you find a place to live or a job to pay for that place.

84. HotPads: If you’re in the market for a new apartment, then this site can help you find some great new digs.
85. Rent.Com: Find a place to rent that’s within your budget using this search site.
86. Apartments.com: Use this site to make sure you’re getting the most bang for your buck in your college apartment.
87. MyNewPlace: This site lets you search through millions of apartment and rental listings.
88. Internship Programs: Try out this site to secure yourself an internship for the summer or after college.
89. indeed: If your graduation is looming, start looking for work now using this job search engine.
90. JuJu: Search by field, location, or company on this site for a job that will make use of your college degree.
91. Careerjet: This site scours numerous other websites for the best job listings, letting you search through them from one place.

Miscellaneous

If you’re still looking for a different kind of niche search engine, give one of these a try.

92. Snopes.com: Before you get freaked out about that forward your grandma sent you, take a look at this search site to see the real deal behind the often sensational stories presented in urban legends and around the web.
93. NewsLookup: Use this search site to find news from anywhere around the world and on any subject.
94. AlltheWeb: Find the news you need using this search engine.
95. Rollyo: This search engine is what you make of it, meaning you can customize it to fit any niche you’re trying to search through.
96. Wink: If you’re looking for a person, use this search engine to find out their phone number, address or email.
97. Spock: This site will help you connect with old friends from high school you may have lost touch with.
98. Technorati: Use Technorati to scour the blogging world for posts and sites that match your interests.
99. SearchBug: Find people, companies, services and more using this helpful online tool.
100. Soople: This site is the ultimate search tool, allowing you to do basic things like search Google or more advanced things like find a library book.

By Katheryn Rivas

Those taking college courses in the sciences likely already have a great number of resources at their disposal courtesy of their school library. But what about those late night study sessions when you need information — and need it fast — and don’t have time for a trip to the library? Or when you just want to learn new information without having to leave the house? That’s when these 100 reference sites will come in handy, letting you look up everything from the basics of the periodic table to the intricacies of human DNA.

General

These general reference tools will answer some of your more basic science questions and often cover a range of fields and specialties.

1. refdesk.com Science References: This site provides hundreds of references you can use if you have a science query.
2. Science Reference Services: Here you’ll find a great collection of bibliographies and research guides.
3. ScienceWorld: This reference on math and science offers information on chemistry, astronomy, physics, math and more.
4. Science.gov Index: Search through government resources on just about every science subject out there through this site.
5. Science Magazine: Journals, blogs and multimedia that are science related are found on this magazine’s website.
6. Beta-Theta: This site offers references on chemistry, physics, and biology.
7. Science and Engineering Encyclopedia: Look up terms and phenomena in a wide range of fields using this encyclopedia.
8. RefScout: Sign up through this site and you’ll get weekly emails about the latest science reference materials sent right to your inbox.
9. Knovel: Browse through information in engineering, chemistry, biology and much more using this research-focused tool.
10. EFormulae.com: If you need a formula, chances are good you’ll find it in this repository for scientists and engineers.

Chemistry

If you’re taking a tough chemistry course, get some support from these helpful resources.

11. PTable: You might have a periodic table in your textbook, but this dynamic and fully interactive version is a step up.
12. Chemfinder: Using this directory, you can look up any chemical or molecule structure out there.
13. Chemdex: Those looking to go to grad school or trying to find a researcher working on a particular chemistry topic should take advantage of this global database.
14. Molecular Weight Calculator: Type in a molecular formula and get the information you need here.
15. Wolfram Research Chemistry Reference: From basic chemical reactions to inorganic chemistry, you’ll find loads of tools and information to help you out here.
16. On-Line Encyclopedia of Chemical Terms: Look up any chemistry-related term in this great online encyclopedia.
17. ChemnetBase: Here you will find an absolute wealth of information on chemicals, formulae and structures.
18. NIST Chemistry Web Book: This indexed book allows you to search by molecular weight, reaction, properties and more to find the information you need.
19. Chemistry Virtual Textbook: Forgot your chem textbook? Use this handy online text for reference.
20. Chemtutor: If you’re not doing so hot in your chemistry course, consider taking some lessons on this free tutoring site.

Biology

Here you’ll find a great collection of resources to help you find answers and do better in bio.

21. Biology Online: On this site you can post questions in a forum, look things up in a bio dictionary, and read all kinds of informative articles and tutorials.
22. Everything Bio: Check out this resource to find a glossary, textbooks, images and a range of other online biology tools.
23. Life Science Dictionary: Try out this dictionary to look up life science terms and identify their meanings.
24. Molecular Biology Glossary: Students of molecular biology will appreciate this valuable research tool.
25. National Biological Information Infrastructure: Want to know and read about the research being done in the life sciences? Check out this site.
26. Biology Reference: You can look up loads of helpful biology terms in this online encyclopedia.
27. Biology Nation: From finding the best biology grad programs to looking up biology terminology, this site is a one-stop resource.
28. Dictionary of Cell and Molecular Biology: Search through this online dictionary to refresh your memory on the parts of the cell.
29. BioScience: With a dictionary, encyclopedia, links, software, and custom search tools, you’ll find more reference material than you could ever need on this site.
30. All Experts: Biology: Have a biology question you just can’t seem to find the answer to? This site may be able to help.

Genetics

These reference tools will lay out the human genome for you, piece by piece.

31. Amino Acids Repository: Use this site as a reference on amino acid properties alone and in proteins.
32. Table of Standard Genetic Code: This site is a great reference when trying to remember which part of DNA goes where.
33. Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms: Don’t know how to say a particular term? No worries, this glossary will tell you and more.
34. Human Genome Acronym List: Don’t have a clue what the ASHG is? This site can help you look it up.
35. Genetics Resources on the Web: Search through this site for the best genetics resources the web has to offer.
36. National Human Genome Research Institute: This site offers a number of helpful educational resources for students young and old.
37. Genetics Virtual Library: Search by organism or topic to find the genetic information you need to do your homework.
38. Genetics Home Reference: Those studying genetic disorders will appreciate this quick online reference for conditions.
39. GeneTests: Even if you’re not in medicine, you’ll be able to find interesting and compelling information on this site.
40. Gene Cards: You’ll find a collection of concise information on just about every gene out there on this site.

Botany

Look up terms, find pictures and get all kinds of information on plants from these resources.

41. Botany Glossary Online: Enter a common or Latin name into this database to find more information.
42. Bryological Glossary: Study mosses from around the world with this helpful glossary.
43. Index Herbariorum: A Global Directory of Public Herbaria and Associated Staff: Use this site to search by institution, city, state, acronym, staff member, correspondent, research specialty, and important collections.
44. Dictionary of Common Names: Find out a plant’s Latin name using its common name or vice versa using this tool.
45. Index Nominum Genericorum: Use this tool to search for a wide range of plants by their common names.
46. Plants Database: The Natural Resources Conservation Service maintains this impressive database of North American plant species.
47. Virtual Library of Botany: Find a wide range of resources related to botany and other plant sciences on this gateway site.
48. Economic Botany Bibliographic Database: Through this portal you can search for research and bibliographies.
49. International Plant Names Index: Use the scientific name to search for plants on this site and find out what research has referenced them.
50. Index of Botanical Publications: You can find just about any botanical publication you could need through this site.

Zoology

Delve into the animal world using these zoological resources.

51. American Museum of Natural History Scientific Publications: This reference tool will let you search through a wide variety of scientific publications to find the information you need.
52. Mammal Species of the World: Download this list to get the names and information of every known mammal in the world.
53. The Tree of Life Web Project: From evolutionary history to modern characteristics, this site attempts to organize the history of life.
54. Nomenclatural Glossary for Zoology: This site will let you more easily browse through and find what you need when it comes to doing zoology research.
55. Nature Serve Explorer: This site provides an amazing online encyclopedia of life forms.
56. Species 2000: Explore this database to find research and information on every animal and plant species out there.
57. Amphibian Species of the World: An Online Reference: If your research involves amphibians, you can find some great basic information on this site.
58. Zoonomen: Zoological Nomenclature Resource: Find photos and research information on all kinds of bird species through this site.
59. Audubon Society Bird Resources: Visit one of the most well-know ornithological organizations to get a great amount of information on species around the world.
60. Dictionary of Ichthyology-Related Terms: Improve your fish-related research with a little help from this online dictionary.

Geology

These selections can help you identify minerals, study volcanoes and even track the world’s earthquakes.

61. Mineral Gallery: Search through all the minerals out there and find out more about their physical properties on this site.
62. Geology.com: Find answers to basic geology questions, look at maps, and see satellite images as well as a whole lot more through this site.
63. Geologic Ages: This site acts as a great reference tool for looking up and remembering the geologic ages.
64. GeologyLink Glossary: Look up geologic terms in this online dictionary using this site.
65. Mineralogy Database: On this site you’ll find the reference information for over 4,714 minerals.
66. Geologic Guidebooks of North America: Use this site to look through just about every geologic guidebook of North America.
67. Earthquake News: Follow where in the world earthquakes are taking place using this tool, great for aspiring seismologists.
68. MTU Volcanoes: Learn more about how volcanoes work and where active eruptions are taking place on this site.
69. Geology Link Page: You’ll find an amazing number of useful geologic links for societies, government institutions, and individual fields of study on this site.
70. GISnet: Check out this site for more information on Geographic Information Systems.

Physics

These reference tools offer help in everything from remembering the basic formulas of physics to reading the latest literature in the field.

71. PhysLink.com: From a great physics glossary to the Greek alphabet, this site offers many references making it well worth bookmarking.
72. American Institute of Physics: Use the Niels Bohr Library and Archives to search for physics-related research and information.
73. The Laws List: You’ll want to bookmark this site as it’s full of all the laws of physics and astronomy you’ll need to know.
74. Physics for Free: This site is home to some introductory physics texts you can use for free.
75. Physics Reference Desk: With everything from the Planck constant to a unit conversion calculator, this site is a great tool for studying physics.
76. Physics Glossary: If you’re unsure exactly what a particular term means, just look it up here.
77. World of Physics: This site offers references and basic information on just about every specialization in physics.
78. HyperPhysics: Use this reference to learn more about nuclear physics, astrophysics, light and vision and much more.
79. Physics-Help: Those seeking help with physics homework can ask questions and find answers on this site.
80. PACS Scheme Guide: Not sure what your area of interest would be called? This classification system can help.

Astronomy

Use these reference guides to identify the stars, learn the correct terminology and find out more about the universe as we know it.

81. Astronomical Constants: Bookmark this site for a quick reference when it comes to astronomical constants like the Earth’s orbital velocity.
82. Astronomy Thesaurus: This reference tool will help you standardize your terminology when it comes to astronomy.
83. The Nine Planets: While it’s been technically renamed Eight Planets after the loss of Pluto, this site will help you find all the information you need about our planetary neighbors.
84. NASA Space Flight Glossary: Look up any space flight vocabulary using this site.
85. Aladin Interactive Sky Atlas: This site allows users to "visualize digitized astronomical images, superimpose entries from astronomical catalogues or databases, and interactively access related data and information from the Simbad database, the VizieR service and other archives for all known sources in the field."
86. Astronomical Data Center: This site is home to images, mission information, heliophysics, and universe-wide exploration.
87. Astronomy Digital Image Library: Need an astronomy image? Check out the information and resources on this site.
88. HyperLeda: This site serves as a database on the physics of galaxies from the basics to more specific spectrophotometry.
89. 100 Hours of Astronomy: Find photos, blogs, and many more astronomical resources on this site.
90. AstroWeb: On this site you’ll find links to astronomy departments, organizations, data resources, observatories and much more.

Environmental Science

Study ecology and environmental policy through these reference sites.

91. Ecology Dictionary: Look up ecological terms using this helpful reference.
92. Solar-Terrestrial Physics Glossary: Bookmark this tool to explore the terminology associated with solar-terrestrial physics.
93. RadWaste: Take advantage of this site to learn more about radioactive waste and harmful waste products.
94. EnviroLink: From climate to water quality, this site offers great resources on everything environmental.
95. Virtual Library of Ecology and Biodiversity: Search through all kinds of information on ecology and the environment on this site, as well as a range of other science related topics.
96. Worldwide Weather and Climate: Check up on the weather and current temp anywhere in the world using this tool.
97. Ecology Online: Use this site to search through courses, textbooks, research and even test yourself when you’re done.
98. Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network: Learn what government initiatives are working on cleaner energy through this site.
99. American Meteorology Society: Take your weather knowledge to the next level with research and information from the American Meteorology Society.
100. NOAA: The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration will help you understand the relationship between weather, the environment and commerce.

No matter how much you know, there is always something new to learn about science. While your college courses may cover the basics, you can get a more in-depth look at a wide variety of topics from Internet resources such as these great documentaries. These selections will help you explore everything from the inner reaches of the human mind to the outer areas of our universe and just about everything else in between. Better yet, they’re all free to watch online so you can learn more without spending a dime.

Health and Medicine

These documentaries cover topics like health care, diseases, nutrition and more so you can get great insights into health and medicine.

1. Super Size Me: In this movie, filmmaker Morgan Spurlock attempts to subsist on only a diet of McDonald’s for a full month. His discoveries will make you question your own food choices.
2. The Age of AIDS: Here you’ll find a program done by Frontline that examines some of the worst pandemics the world has ever known, focusing on AIDS.
3. How Does Your Memory Work?: Do you know how your brain really works? While there are still many mysteries to be unraveled about the brain, this film attempts to foster a better understanding of how we learn and remember.
4. Sicko: Filmmaker Michael Moore exposes the ramifications of a lack of universal health care in America in this controversial documentary.
5. The Origins of AIDS: Check out this film to learn how the AIDS virus moved into humans and the factors that led it to spread so rapidly.
6. The Slow Poisoning of India: In the spirit of Silent Spring, this film exposes the serious health ramifications the use of pesticides has had on many Indian people.
7. Body of War: What is life like after returning from war? What if you come back disabled? This heartbreaking film shows one man’s journey back home.
8. Cryonics: Death in the Deep Freeze: This film shows the first woman to have her body cryogenically frozen after her death.
9. The Half-Ton Man: Learn more about Patrick Deuel, weighing in at about 1100 pounds, and doctors’ battle to save him.
10. Darkest Hour: This movie examines the lack of health care assistance for parents of children with mental health problems.
11. Swine Flu: The Science of Pandemics: Check out this show to see how pandemics like the swine flu spread and the impact they can have on populations.

Drugs

Learn how drugs impact the brain and the variety of legal restrictions imposed upon them from these documentaries.

12. Ecstasy Rising: Watch this video from Primetime to learn more about ecstasy, its effects and more.
13. Big Bucks, Big Pharma: This documentary attempts to expose the business behind medicine–often done at the expense of the health of consumers.
14. Prescription for Disaster: Learn why the billions poured into medical treatments may not be helping people to live longer, healthier lives through this documentary.
15. The World’s Most Dangerous Drug: This show will expose the true danger behind methamphetamines.
16. In Pot We Trust: Here you’ll find a film that wants to show the medical benefits of marijuana.
17. The Drugging of Our Children: More and more children these days take drugs for behavioral issues like ADD and ADHD, but this documentary points out that those drugs can have pretty serious side effects as well.

Genetics

From cloning to genetic disorders, these documentaries will shed some light on your DNA.

18. Mapping Stem Cell Research: Terra Incognita: Learn more about the research being done with stem cells as this neurologist seeks a cure for his paralyzed teenage daughter.
19. The Science of Dwarfism: Here you’ll find an informative program that will teach you about the genetic causes of dwarfism.
20. Panacea or Poison?: Check out this film to learn more about the battle between those who support and those who oppose genetically modified foods.
21. The World According to Monsanto: Watch this film to learn more about Monsanto, the leader in genetically modified organisms as well as one of the most controversial and hated corporations of all time.
22. Boy with the Incredible Brain: This documentary tells the story of David Tammet, one of the world’s true savants.
23. Clone: This film will show you the amazing potential as well as some of the more negative aspects associated with human cloning.
24. Designer Babies and Gene Robbery: If you could design your child, would you? As technology evolves, this documentary shows how this may soon be a reality.
25. Strange Culture: Learn how one man’s work with genetically modified organisms nearly got him branded as a bio terrorist.
26. Ghost in Your Genes: This film will show you how a mysterious second genome could also play a roll in determining our biology.
27. Gorillas: 98.6% Human: Remind yourself of just how close we are to the natural world with this stunning movie about the endangered mountain gorilla.

Evolution and Biological History

Learn more about life on earth, from the earliest cells to the evolution of humans, from these documentaries.

28. The Four-Winged Dinosaur: Watch this film to learn how one of the earliest ancestors of birds may have been able to fly.
29. Neanderthal: Learn more about this close human relative, what it was like, and some of the factors that caused it to go extinct while we flourished in this film.
30. The Ape That Took Over the World: This film will help you to better understand the steps and even leaps in evolution that brought human beings to where they are today.
31. Why are We Here?: In this film, you’ll get a scientific examination of the origins of life from author Richard Dawkins.
32. A War on Science: This documentary shows the longstanding battle between proponents of evolution and those of intelligent design.
33. From Butterflies to Humans: Try out this documentary to learn what forces cause animals to evolve and how the process works over time.
34. Ape to Man: Here you’ll find the story of the quest for human origins, one that has already spanned 150 years.
35. Dinosaur Hunters: Secrets of the Gobi Desert: This film brings some of the latest dinosaur finds to life in stunningly realistic animations.
36. The Truth About Killer Dinosaurs: This BBC documentary explores how some of the fiercest dinosaurs lived, ate, got around and more.
37. Dinosaur Planet: Follow along with this documentary as it shows you the story of a young velociraptor named White Tip.
38. Dinosaurs: Giants of Patagonia: This movie will allow you to see some of the biggest dinosaurs brought to life as well as learn what the most important dinosaur discoveries have been.
39. Origins of Life: Check out this movie to learn more about how scientists think life arose from single-celled organisms.

Physics

Even if you don’t know a ton about physics, these great movies will show you how the universe works from the smallest particles to the biggest galaxies.

40. The Quantum Revolution: Dr. Michio Kaku explores the cutting edge of quantum science in this short documentary.
41. Pythagoras: While not really a physicist, Pythagoras did come up with some of the most important mathematical and philosophical issues, or so we think, as this documentary will show.
42. Cold Fusion: Fire from Water: This documentary offers a chance to learn more about a potentially cleaner and better source of energy.
43. Uncertainty Principle: This short film will explain the history and fundamentals of quantum mechanics.
44. Illusion of Reality: Professor Jim Al-Khalili explores how studying the atom forced us to rethink the nature of reality itself in this engaging documentary.
45. Albert Einstein: Check out this documentary to learn more about this renowned physicist and thinker.
46. The Atom Smashers: This documentary follows researchers at Fermilab as they attempt to find the Higgs-Boson particle.
47. Stephen Hawking and the Theory of Everything: Learn more about the work of cosmologist Stephen Hawking in this film.
48. The Universe: Beyond the Big Bang: This movie shows how different cultures think the universe began and how it will end, including information from leading scientists.
49. Absolute Zero: Here you’ll follow a team of scientists as they attempt to reach absolute zero.

Environment

These documentaries focus on technologies and conservation efforts meant to preserve the environment.

50. Car of the Future: From hydrogen fuel cells to cars you can plug in, this film takes a look at where the automobile is headed in the next decades.
51. The 11th Hour: This documentary narrated by Leonardo Di Caprio shows the truly perilous state our planet is in.
52. Who Killed the Electric Car?: Plans for electric cars have been around for awhile, and this film examines the reasons why they’ve never come to fruition.
53. Here Comes the Sun: Learn about what a big role solar energy may play in the future of our planet.
54. An Inconvenient Truth: This famous documentary shows the true impact of global warming through a talk given by former Vice President Gore.
55. The Great Global Warming Swindle: This film takes the opposite stance, claiming that global warming is just propaganda, not reality.
56. Global Dimming: Find out more about the phenomenon known as global dimming in this film, as well as the impact it may have on our climate, our planet and, ultimately, us.
57. Darwin’s Nightmare: Take a look at this film to see some of the unexpectedly negative effects of introducing a foreign species into an environment.
58. It Runs on Water: Think things can’t run on water? This 1995 film shows otherwise, with a technology that never came to be.
59. Robinson Crusader: Keith Robinson is fighting to keep his Hawaiian island home free from corporate development in this film.

Geology

In these movies, you’ll be able to learn about the regions of the world, how Earth’s processes work, and much more.

60. Africa: The Serengeti: Check out this film to see the world of the Serengeti in detail.
61. Lost Worlds: Life in the Balance: This film will show you just how interconnected the world truly is.
62. Ocean Oasis: In this film you’ll get to take a look at Mexico’s Sea of Cortez and Baja California.
63. Australia: Land Beyond Time: The wilds of Australia seem at first like a pretty inhospitable place, but this film will show you the amazing ways life has found to survive.
64. The Bermuda Triangle: What is it about the Bermuda Triangle that makes it so dangerous to travel through? This film takes a scientific look at the phenomenon.
65. White Sands: White Wilderness: This film gives a detailed account of the plants, animals and geologic formations of New Mexico’s White Sands National Monument.
66. Volcano: Nature’s Inferno: This documentary will let you take a closer look at the volcanoes and the volcanic processes that shape our planet.
67. Hunt for the Supertwister: Follow along with this team of storm chasers as they attempt to find the biggest and baddest tornadoes out there.
68. Crude: The Incredible Journey of Oil: Here you’ll be able to learn where oil comes from and how it gets from there into your car.

Space

Explore the solar system and beyond with these great space-focused documentaries.

69. Hubble: 15 Years of Discovery: Take a look back at some of the awe-inspiring images captured by the Hubble telescope in this film.
70. Supermassive Black Holes: While black holes are still largely mysterious bodies, you can increase your knowledge of them by watching this great documentary.
71. Asteroids: Deadly Impact: Learn what (literal) impact asteroids may have on Earth and what we may be able to do to protect ourselves.
72. Carl Sagan’s Cosmos Series: Though made several years ago, this series has stood the test of time and still offers one of the best and most accurate looks at the universe.
73. 3D Sun: This documentary uses stunning 3D images of the sun to explain its history and phenomena.
74. Revealing Mars: Take a look at the Mars orbiter in this film and some of the images of Mars that have been captured.
75. Colonizing Space: This documentary will present some of the plans already in motion to take the first steps into the final frontier.
76. Secrets of the Sun: Learn more about the star central to our own solar system in this film.
77. International Space Station: This film will explain how the space station was built and is maintained and operated.
78. Alien Galaxies: Give this documentary a try to better understand the galaxies that lie elsewhere in the universe.
79. Saturn: Lord of the Rings: This documentary will allow you to learn more about this beautiful and mysterious ringed planet.
80. The Life and Death of a Star: Take a look at how stars form, live, and ultimately die in this great documentary.

Technology

These documentaries will help you learn about computers, robots and even the beginnings of electricity.

81. Nikola Tesla: The Genius Who Lit the World: Check out this film to learn more about the inventions of this man and how they shaped the modern world.
82. Big Brother, Big Business: Learn about the myriad of technologies that watch your every move from this Orwellian documentary.
83. New York City Hackers: This documentary film will introduce you to the first hackers, a group of students from MIT, and what the name originally meant.
84. Building Gods: Watch this film to learn more about the development of AI technology.
85. Welcome to Macintosh: Here you can delve into the history and development of one of the largest technology companies in the world.

Nature

Study the natural world and the fauna that calls it home through these free documentaries.

86. The Ultimate Predators: Here you can watch the life and death battle between predators and their prey first-hand with cameras strapped to the animals themselves.
87. Life After People: Learn what would happen to Earth should the human race somehow become extinct in this interesting hypothetical documentary.
88. The Private Life of Plants: Take a look at the inner world of a variety of plant species in this film.
89. Ants: Nature’s Secret Power: Ants may be tiny, but they are strong and play a valuable role in ecosystems around the world, as this film shows.
90. Cassowaries: Learn more about these giant and little known birds in this informative film.
91. Life in the Freezer: Want to find out more about Antarctica? This film will introduce you to the land and the animals who call it home.
92. Microcosmos: Get tiny and explore the creatures that live all around us, but very often, out of our sight.
93. Africa: Wilds of Madagascar: This film lets you see some of the truly unique and beautiful creatures that call this island nation home.
94. Search for the Great Sharks: Travel the world to learn about the whale shark, the blue shark and the white shark.
95. Whales in Crisis: Whales may be the largest creatures on Earth, but this film shows how they are struggling to survive.
96. The Great Barrier Reef: The Great Barrier Reef is large enough to be seen from space, comprising miles upon miles of complex, beautiful ecosystems, as this film shows.
97. Amazing Journeys: If you thought your last flight was bad, consider the long journeys these migratory animals make each year.

Miscellaneous

Watch these films to fill in the gaps in your scientific knowledge.

98. Dangerous Knowledge: Here you’ll find a great biographical film that addresses some of the eccentric, depressed, and often volatile men who helped foster modern science and mathematics.
99. Earthlings: Gain a greater respect for the creatures and the world around you through this documentary.
100. This Is Coffee: Learn more about the history, biology and social role of coffee through this film.

Whether you want to make writing your career or just want to know how to improve your writing so that you can pass your college courses, there is plenty of reading material out there to help you get inspired and hone your skills. Here’s a collection of titles that will instruct you on just about every aspect of writing, from the basics of grammar to marketing your completed novel, with some incredibly helpful tips from well-known writers themselves as well.

Writing Basics

These books address things like structure, plot, descriptions and other basic elements of any story.

1. The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell and Bill Moyers: You can improve the quality of your writing by adding a mythical quality to them with advice and insight from this book.
2. Writer’s Journey: Mythic Structure for Writers by Christopher Vogler: Whether you agree with the ideas in this book or not, you’ll find it a useful and informative read for writing.
3. Word Painting: A Guide to Write More Descriptively by Rebecca McClanahan: Get some pointers that will help you make your settings and characters come alive from this book.
4. Simple & Direct by Jacques Barzun: Barzun says that his purpose in writing this book was to "resensitize the mind to words" and he does this through a variety of helpful lessons on grammar, word usage and writing that are sure to make your writing better, or at least more thoughtful.
5. Plot & Structure by James Scott Bell: This book will help you create plots that will draw readers in and make your work more powerful.
6. Elements of Writing Fiction: Characters & Viewpoint by Orson Scott Card: Check out this engaging book for a little guidance on creating more believable and fully developed characters.
7. Between the Lines by Jessica Morrell: In this book you’ll learn how to craft a cohesive and layered story through the use of suspense, transitions and more.

Advice from Authors

Who better to give advice on writing than those who have made a name for themselves doing it? These books offer some insights on the craft from those who know it best.

8. On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft by Stephen King: This is widely regarded as one of the best books for any aspiring author to read. Why? King’s book divides it’s time between being an instructional manual for writers and a richly engaging memoir that serves as a great example of how to write and write well.
9. Letters to a Young Novelist by Mario Vargas Llosa: Readers will not find a true instructional manual on writing in this book, but instead a thoughtful exploration on the the way writing itself works and how it can change or enrich a life.
10. Zen in the Art of Writing: Releasing the Creative Genius Within You by Ray Bradbury: Many are familiar with sci-fi author Ray Bradbury. In this book of essays he gives his thoughts on the literary and commercial aspects of writing as well as providing motivation for the aspiring writer out there.
11. Ron Carlson Writes a Story by Ron Carlson: Ron Carlson is often called the "master of the short story," and in this book he shares his process for creating one of these short masterpieces.
12. The Faith of a Writer: Life, Craft, Art by Joyce Carol Oates: Containing twelve essays and an interview, this book delves into the deeper issues of writing, like inspiration, faith, and failure.
13. On Being a Writer by Bill Strickland: This book is a collection of thirty-one interviews from Writer’s Digest exploring the work and process of literary greats like Hemingway and Faulkner.
14. The Best Writing on Writing by Jack Heffron: Check out this multi-volume series to hear advice, recollections and stories from authors both famous and more obscure.
15. On Writers and Writing by John Gardner: In his time, Gardner was considered one of the best teachers of writing. In this book you’ll be able to read some of his best essays and reviews.
16. Art Objects: Essays on Ecstasy and Effrontery by Jeanette Winterson: This collection of essays touches on everything from how to look at a painting to how to keep personal and professional lives separate.
17. Everything I Know About Writing by John Marsden: Writer John Marsden shares his experience and expertise on writing in this book.
18. Lessons from a Lifetime of Writing: A Novelist Looks at His Craft by David Morrell: Morrell wrote the book that inspired the film Rambo, but he is just as well-versed in classic lit as popular fiction. In this book he’ll explain how to navigate some of the basic elements of writing a great book.
19. The Believer Book of Writers Talking to Writers by Vendela Vida: This book is a collection of conversations between writers and their mentors, offering insights into their processes and a whole lot more.
20. How I Write: Secrets of a Bestselling Author by Janet Evanovitch: Get a behind-the-scenes look at how this author constructs her novels about the intrepid bounty hunter Stephanie Plum in this book.

Improving Your Writing

Use the information in these books to hone your writing skills.

21. Writing Down the Bones: Freeing the Writer Within by Natalie Goldberg: This easy-to-read book will offer you some tips on writing as well as often entertaining comparisons and insights on the craft.
22. Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life by Anne Lamott: Check out this instructional book to get help creating your work from the first drafts to the final publication.
23. The 10% Solution by Ken Rand: This book helps guide writers through many of the areas of writing that cause them trouble and keep them frustrated.
24. Writing Fiction: A Guide to Narrative Craft by Janet Burroway, Elizabeth Stuckey-French and Ned Stuckey-French: Burroway’s book is one of the most widely read and respected books on writing fiction, and in it writers will find tips on everything from creativity to tone.
25. The Artful Edit: On the Practice of Editing Yourself by Susan Bell: There are few things more helpful to improving writing than good editing, and this book is full of tips to help you tackle scaling back and refining your own work.
26. Writing Magic: Creating Stories That Fly by Gail Carson Levine: Are your stories lacking that certain something? Get some tips on finding the missing ingredient from this book.
27. Edit Yourself : A Manual for Everyone Who Works With Words by Bruce Clifford Ross-Larson: No matter what kind of writing you do, you’ll find tips on trimming the fat in this book.
28. Keys to Great Writing by Stephen Wilbers: This basic guide will help you improve all aspects of your writing with lessons writers at any level can use.
29. The Classic Guide to Better Writing: Step-by-Step Techniques and Exercises to Write Simply, Clearly and Correctly by Rudolf Franz Flesch: This guidebook will help you work on organization, grammar, spelling, voice and more.

Grammar

Whether you struggle with grammar or just want to learn to master it better, these books are great reads and reference tools.

30. Woe Is I: The Grammarphobe’s Guide to Better English in Plain English by Patricia T. O’ Conner: O’ Conner is an editor at the New York Times Book Review and gives a witty and fun take on the often boring subject of grammar in this book.
31. A Dash of Style: The Art and Mastery of Punctuation by Noah Lukeman: If you struggle to know when to use a semicolon or a colon, this book can help you conquer any form of punctuation.
32. Punctuation for Writers: A Thorough Primer For Writers Of Fiction And Essays by Harvey Stanbrough: Make sure your work is free from any major punctuation errors by referencing and reading this text.
33. Eats, Shoots & Leaves: The Zero Tolerance Approach to Punctuation by Lynn Truss: Where you choose to place a comma can make a big difference in the meaning of a phrase, as this fun grammar and punctuation manual will show.
34. Grammatically Correct by Anne Stilman: This book will help you resolve some of the most common issues with grammar, spelling and punctuation.
35. The Grouchy Grammarian: A How-Not-To Guide to the 47 Most Common Mistakes in English Made by Journalists, Broadcasters, and Others Who Should Know Better by Thomas Parrish: If you stink at using grammar correctly, then you’re not alone. This book shows you how to avoid making these common mistakes so you can sound smarter and write better.
36. The Pen Commandments by Steven Frank: This book will make learning the rules of the English language fun, interesting and maybe even funny.

Reference Books

Keep these books on hand to ensure your writing is mastering the basics like spelling, formatting, word use and more.

37. The Elements of Style by William Strunk, Jr., and E.B.White: This book is a must-have for anyone who writes, as it has been the standard model for proper English style for decades.
38. Writing With Style: Conversations on the Art of Writing by John Trimble: Here you’ll find many of the same writing tips contained in The Elements of Style but in a more accessible and lively format.
39. Writing Fiction: A Practical Guide from New York’s Acclaimed Creative Writing School by Brett Norris: This guide will help you go from idea to finished product with lessons that writers at any stage can employ.
40. How Not To Say What You Mean: A Dictionary of Euphemisms by R. W. Holder: Whether you’re trying to dodge using less attractive terms or just want to get creative with the English language, this book can help.
41. 1000 Most Important Words by Norman W. Schur: Improve your vocabulary with this collection of great words and intriguing dictionary definitions.
42. Dewdroppers, Waldos, and Slackers: A Decade-by-Decade Guide to the Vanishing Vocabulary of the 20th Century by Rosemarie Ostler: Those who like to set their stories in times past can get a quick reference for older slang and now defunct English words in this book.
43. The Writer’s Art by James J. Kilpatrick: Check out this book for some pretty essential tips on using the English language wisely.

Writing as a Career

If you’re looking to make a career out of writing, these books can be a big help in getting you there.

44. Telling Lies for Fun & Profit: A Manual for Fiction Writers by Lawrence Block: This book offers plenty of advice for those who want to write better and get their work published.
45. Making a Literary Life by Carolyn See: Read this book to learn how to look at writing not only as a job, but as a lifestyle.
46. Writing the Breakout Novel by Donald Maass: Get some advice from this literary agent on how to create a novel that will help you stand out from the crowd.
47. The Forest for the Trees: An Editor’s Advice to Writers by Betsy Lerner: Learn what editors are looking for when it comes to actually getting your work read and possibly even published from this book.
48. The First Five Pages: A Writer’s Guide to Staying Out of the Rejection Pile by Noah Lukeman: Thousands of novels are submitted to publishers each year, but the vast majority of these will not be published. Learn how you can tweak your writing to give it a fighting chance in this book from literary agent Noah Lukeman.
49. The Fire in Fiction: Passion, Purpose and Techniques to Make Your Novel Great by Donald Maass: Learn what makes published authors’ stories so "hot" and what you may be doing that’s making yours, well, not.
50. Dare to be a Great Writer: 329 Keys to Powerful Fiction by Leonard Bishop: This book will teach you to write fiction that’s not just good but also sellable.
51. Sometimes the Magic Works: Lessons from a Writing Life by Terry Brooks: Check out this book from author Terry Brooks to get insight into the publishing industry and the process of writing.
52. The Marshall Plan Workbook: Writing Your Novel from Start to Finish by Evan Marshall: If you need a little push to get yourself into the swing of writing your novel, then this workbook could be a great motivational tool.
53. How To Grow A Novel: The Most Common Mistakes Writers Make and How to Overcome Them by Sol Stein: This book will guide you through the process and the necessary elements of creating an engaging novel.
54. How To Be Your Own Literary Agent by Richard Curtis: If you’re not quite ready to make the commitment to a literary agent, you can still ensure you don’t get swindled by reading this book.
55. The Well-Fed Writer: Financial Self-Sufficiency as a Freelance Writer in Six Months or Less by Peter Bowerman: Those hoping to work as freelancers can get advice on finding work and making freelancing a steady paying gig in this book.

Genre or Format Specific

These books focus on particular genres like science fiction or mystery or specific types of writing like poetry and nonfiction.

56. How to Write Science Fiction and Fantasy by Orson Scott Card: This Hugo Award winning book will guide you through the ins and outs of creating compelling and believable sci-fi stories.
57. Writing Mysteries: A Handbook by the Mystery Writers of America by Jan Burke: If mysteries are more your thing, you can learn how to construct plots, characters and build suspense in this book.
58. On Writing Well: The Classic Guide to Writing Nonfiction by William K. Zinsser: Those who prefer writing and reading non-fiction will find a wealth of helpful information in this guidebook.
59. The Poet and the Poem by Judson Jerome: This book will teach you the basics of poetry from diction to verse forms.
60. The Language of Life by Bill Moyers: This book offers a series of discussions with thirty-four American poets, offering inspiration and insight into what makes poetry great.
61. The Art of the Personal Essay: An Anthology from the Classical Era to the Present by Philip Lopate: This book contains seventy-five personal essays from an incredibly diverse spectrum of writers. It can be a great way to learn about the changes in the medium and how to develop your own essay style.

Classics

These classic books on writing, writers and creativity will get you inspired to write more.

62. A Moveable Feast by Ernest Hemingway: Published posthumously, this book details the time Hemingway spent in Paris along with other literary greats, like Fitzgerald, as well as insights into the psyche of the artist himself.
63. Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce: This fictional account of the life of Joyce is not only a good read but an interesting insight into the events that shaped the life of one of the world’s most acclaimed authors.
64. Poetics by Aristotle: This ancient Greek text is all about constructing the perfect tragic drama, but offers invaluable insights into the essentials of any genre of writing.
65. Walden by Henry David Thoreau: Check out this book to learn what it means to disconnect from society and focus on nature. Thoreau’s lessons on simplicity can be applied to the art of writing as well, where less can often say more.

Creativity and Motivation

Get some tips and advice on finding your creative spark and getting motivated to finally write your own book, essay, or short story.

66. The Writer’s Idea Book by Jack Heffron: If you’re struggling with writer’s block, give this inspirational and educational book a read to get some ideas on how to move forward.
67. Writing With Power: Techniques for Mastering the Writing Process by Peter Elbow: No matter how you like to write, this book contains a guide to help you get motivated and move through the process from beginning to end.
68. How To Think Like Leonardo Da Vinci: Seven Steps to Genius Every Day by Michael Gelb: The aim of this book is to help you reach into your brain and find untapped reserves of intelligence, creativity and ability so you can unlock your own inner genius.
69. The Write Time: 366 Exercises to Fulfill Your Writing Life by Robert Yehling: In this book you’ll find writing exercises, motivational quotes and loads of resources to help you get writing.
70. The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles by Steven Pressfield: Novelist Steven Pressfield offers his advice to help writers (or other creative types) break through their creative barriers and get inspired.
71. Keeping a Journal You Love by Sheila Bender: In this book you’ll find journal entries from 15 poets and writers as well as their own explanations of these entries. Aspiring writers can use the book as a guide to creating a useful and productive journal of their own.
72. The Right to Write: An Invitation and Initiation into the Writing Life by Julia Cameron: The essays contained in this book detail the drive to create and the many tasks of everyday life that often stand in the way as well as pointers on getting yourself to work in spite of them.
73. Room to Write by Bonni Goldberg: Each of the writing lessons in this manual are a page long, offering you numerous but succinct opportunities to kick your writing up a notch.
74. Writers Dreaming: 26 Writers Talk About Their Dreams and the Creative Process by Naomi Epel: Read this book to hear well-known authors talk about the role dreams play in their work and how they inspire their creativity.
75. Writing Begins with the Breath: Embodying Your Authentic Voice by Laraine Herring: Learn how to connect with your inner voice and become a more fully-realized creative person through the lessons in this book.

Working in Special Education means you get the opportunity to meet some amazing students with gifts that appear a bit differently than those of mainstream students, and usually in a more intimate setting. It also means you will deal with more paperwork, closer parental involvement, and a wider variety of teaching strategies. All of these unique situations present learning opportunities for you as a teacher. A great way to find ways to enhance your teaching and discover what others are doing is by reading blogs. The following 50 blogs provide tips and strategies, focus on assistive technology, explore specific learning challenges, share information about news, policy, and law, and more from other educators working in the field of Special Education.

Special Education Teaching Tips and Strategies

Read these blogs for great tips and strategies you can use with your own students.

1. Reality 101. The Council for Exceptional Children sponsors this blog just for new special education teachers with information, tips, and more.
2. Jerry’s Special Education Blog. Jerry Webster writes this blog from About.com that focuses on advice and tips for teaching special ed.
3. Teachers at Risk. With 20 years of teaching experience, this teacher has plenty to share about teaching special education. Most of her work is with older students, so high school teachers will especially benefit from her tips.
4. SMD Teacher. Get tons of tips for working with special education students from this teacher who works with students with multiple disabilities.
5. Successful Teaching. Get tips and strategies appropriate for both regular and special ed classes from this educator with 30 years of experience as well as board certification as an Exceptional Needs Specialist.
6. Teach Effectively!. Find evidence-based teaching tips for those who work with at-risk or special needs students.
7. Special 2 me. This special ed teacher posts book reviews and more as she looks for her next teaching assignment.
8. Special Education Strategies and More…. Michelle teaches special ed and shares strategies that have worked for her.
9. Teacher Sol. Written by a special ed teacher, this blog features news, strategies, and more from her classroom and others. Be sure to check out the right sidebar for tons of resources.
10. Lisa’s Lingo. Lisa is a regular ed inclusion teacher who shares her vast experience working with her amazing students.

Technology and Assistive Technology

The use of technology and assistive technology has expanding the opportunities for students with special needs. Keep up with the latest technological advances and learn how others have incorporated technology in their teaching.

11. Assistive Technology. Written by a school psychologist with an interest in technology and assistive technology, this blog provides a wealth of information helpful to those working with assistive technology and students.
12. Teaching All Students. Patrick Black blogs about using assistive technology in the special education classroom here.
13. EdTech Solutions. Striving to make education accessible to all students, this teacher posts about technology and assistive technology as well as offering good recaps of relevant Twitter conversations on the topic.
14. Free Resources from the Net for EVERY Learner. Learn about free tools and applications that specifically support facilitating learning for special education students with the posts on this blog.
15. Teaching Students with Learning Difficulties. Special ed teachers can learn about technology that can help students with learning disabilities to succeed.
16. The Assistive Technology Blog. News, tips, and more on using assistive technology in schools are topics featured here.
17. Thinking UDL: Universal Design for Learning. Focusing on using technology to help facilitate differentiation in the classroom is the goal of this blog.
18. Apace of Change. Written by a school psychologist, this blog often focuses on technology, assistive technology, and special education issues.
19. Christine Southard’s Blogspot. Christine is an inclusion teacher trained in special ed and blogs about special ed topics and assistive technology.
20. AT Cubed. Learn how to best use assistive technology in the classroom from this specialist.
21. No Limits 2 Learning. This assistive technology specialist blogs about all sorts of great ideas for using AT in the classroom.

Specific Disabilities

Whether you are seeking information on dyslexia, non-verbal learning disability, autism spectrum disorders, attention deficit disorders, or speech and language disorders, these blogs will help you find what you want to know.

22. LD Blog. This blog provides news, commentary, and resources on learning disabilities, with recent topics including story comprehension in children with ADHD and a genetic connection to dyslexia.
23. Barto’s World. Find news and tips on teaching students with learning disabilities from this LD teacher.
24. Eide Neurolearning Blog. With a focus on brain-based learning, this blog touches on dyslexia, autism, and attention issues, and more.
25. Speech-Language Pathology Sharing. Find plenty of high-tech solutions to addressing speech and language disorders on this blog.
26. 2e: Twice-Exceptional Newsletter. This blog offers information and news for those who educate students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia, ADHD, and Asperger’s.
27. The Language Fix. Speech and language learning is at the heart of this blog that provides both news stories as well as analysis.
28. NLD in Ontario. Non-verbal learning disabilities, often confused with Asperger’s, significantly affect learning and social interactions in bright, engaging students. This father hopes to educate parents and teachers about NLD with his blog.
29. EBD Blog. Learn about treatments and news stories for emotional and behavioral disorders in this blog that frequently features autism, among other disorders.
30. The Organization and Management of an Austism Classroom. This blog is currently undergoing a move to a new site, but bookmark it for more great posts to come that will provide helpful tips and strategies for teaching students with autism.

Special Education News and Policy

Stay on top of the latest policy and news pertaining to special education with these blogs.

31. On Special Education. This blog keeps teachers and parents updated with all the latest news stories relevant to special education.
32. Special Education and Learning Differences. Find a wide range of special ed topics including helping teach reading in children with learning disabilities, the similarities and differences between Asperger’s and autism, and the importance of routine for special needs students in this blog.
33. SpeEdChange. This blog is dedicated to making learning accessible for everyone by highlighting policies and issues in special education.
34. Special Education Today. Get news and information from a variety of sources from the world of special education on this blog.
35. Special Needs Truth ‘08. With a blend of politics and special education, this blog examines the politics and policies surrounding special ed.
36. Anna’s Blog. This blog features news stories on special education and disabilities.
37. Making Special Education Actually Work. Find news and policy notes on issues surrounding making public education work for all students.

Special Education Law

Understanding the law behind special education is important for teachers to understand. These blogs will help you know what you need to know.

38. Special Education Law Blog. Understand the complex world of special education law with the information you’ll find on this blog written by Jim Gerl.
39. Special Education Law Blog. Written by Charles P Fox, a lawyer and father of a child with special needs, this blog features case laws, news, and advice for anyone involved in special education.
40. The Wrightslaw Way. For both educators and parents, this blog features specific elements of special education legal issues.
41. Special Ed Justice. This special education lawyer writes about the law, education, and special needs.

Various Topics on Special Education

From working with students with multiple special needs to a unique math class, these blogs focus on a variety of specific topics related to special education.

42. Teaching Learners with Multiple Special Needs. If your students have multiple, complex, severe, or profound special needs, then this blog is just for you and your students.
43. Education on the Plate. In an interesting combination of special education and cooking technology, this blog from a special education teacher and campaigner against disabilism includes posts at the intersection of both.
44. Mentor Matters/ Collegial Support in Desperate Times. Working in a special ed, self-contained classroom, this teacher shares the ups and downs of teaching students with emotional disabilities.
45. School Psychologist Blog Files. This blog is specifically written to parents of students in Special Ed, but teachers can also learn from this blog by opening up lines of communication with parents while gaining an understanding of the parents’ perspective.
46. Notes from the School Psychologist. Not only does this psychologist write about counseling and psychology, but she often includes posts dealing with specific special needs, such as a recent one on reading strategies for students with learning disabilities.
47. Mad Math Beyond Numberdome. This math teacher works specifically with students with learning disabilities and shares her experiences here.
48. SpedPro. Find "professional information" such as employment opportunities, stipends for conferences, and news stories of interest to those in special education.
49. The Life that Chose Me. This blog offers insight from a special ed teacher that ranges from assessing students with severe disabilities to the difficulties of working in the bureaucracy of education.
50. Behavior Modification. The posts here focus on using behavior modification in the classroom to positively manage and shape behavior.

Whether you want to learn more about people who’ve shaped the modern world or are just in need of a spark of inspiration to keep you plugging along in your studies, there are numerous biographies out there that will motivate, educate and show you what can be done with hard work and ingenuity. Here are 100 biographical videos to check out the next time you’re looking for a role model.

Business

These business leaders will show you what it means to get to the top by hard work, great ideas and persistence.

1. Andrew Carnegie: Carnegie began working at a textile mill as a child for only $1.25, but by the time he was in his golden years had amassed one of the largest fortunes in the United States at the time. You can learn more about his success and his generosity here.
2. Chris Gardner: You may have seen the movie based on his life, The Pursuit of Happyness, but here you can hear from the real Chris Gardner about how he struggled until he found success.
3. Walt Disney: While today Mickey Mouse is a household name, many don’t know that Walt Disney wasn’t always so successful in his endeavors. This two-part biography will fill in some of the details on his rise to fame.
4. Warren Buffett: Warren Buffet is known as one of the most successful investors ever, but he had to start somewhere. You can learn more about his path to success in this video.
5. Henry Ford: This video will give you the history behind the man who invented the assembly line and brought the automobile to the American public.
6. Sam Walton: Watch this short biographical video to learn more about the man who turned a small store into a worldwide business.
7. Bill Gates: Gates may have been a college dropout, but this video about his life shows that sometimes determination and a great idea go further than a degree.
8. John D. Rockefeller: Rockefeller wasn’t just a self-made billionaire but one of the biggest philanthropists in history as well. Learn more about his life and work here.
9. Steve Jobs: In this video you can find out more about the man who has helped bring the computer into the home and sparked an interest not only in the functionality but also the design of personal gadgets.
10. Sheldon Adelson: Learn how this Las Vegas businessman made his billions and where he began in this video.

Leadership

These videos are about individuals who have stood out as leaders, often making great strides in advancing freedom, breaking barriers and standing up for what their beliefs.

11. Mahatma Gandhi: Through his leadership and nonviolence methods Gandhi helped India gain its independence and fought for human rights all over the world. Learn more about his life here.
12. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: Perhaps the best known civil rights leader, this video will show you one of King’s great speeches and let you learn what made him such a powerful force in changing the face of a nation.
13. Nelson Mandela: Despite spending years in prison, Nelson Mandela emerged as the leader of a renewed nation, winning the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993 for his fight against apartheid. This video tells his story.
14. Desmond Tutu: Deterred by apartheid era laws from becoming a physician, Tutu went on to become a man of the cloth, later becoming a key figure in dismantling the system that shaped his early years.
15. Thomas Jefferson: Thomas Jefferson was a U.S. president, helped write the Declaration of Independence, architectural enthusiast and avid supporter of higher education which you can learn about in this short video.
16. Abraham Lincoln: You can learn more about the life and work of one of the most beloved presidents of the United States in this video.
17. Franklin D. Roosevelt: In light of the current economic downturn, many people will appreciate learning more about the president who helped bring the country out of one of the worst depressions it has ever seen.
18. Aung San Suu Kyi: In this video you’ll learn about the efforts of this Nobel Peace Prize winner to restore democracy to Burma.
19. Barack Obama: This video will show you the path that brought this man from humble beginnings to become the first non-white president of the United States.
20. John Kennedy: While Kennedy’s life was cut tragically short, he is a figure that through his family and his term as president has become a source of curiosity and even reverence for people in the United States.
21. Sitting Bull: In this video, Sitting Bull’s grandson recounts the many actions of the Native American leader as he attempted to defend the land of his people from the advancing U.S. Army.

Medicine

Whether they made important discoveries in medicine or just improved the quality of medical care for patients around the world, these videos will teach you about some of the people who helped to shape modern medicine.

22. Florence Nightingale: Nightingale formed the foundation for modern practices in nursing and is today remembered with National Nurses Day, celebrated on her birthday.
23. Clara Barton: Perhaps best known for organizing the Red Cross, this nurse and teacher made sure that those in need got the care they required, as well as fighting for women’s suffrage and the abolition of slavery.
24. Bill Wilson: Anyone who has struggled with addiction has this man to thank, as he developed the twelve step process used by Alcoholics Anonymous to fight his own problems with substance abuse. In this video you will hear his tale in his own words.
25. Jonas Salk: Salk may have come from a poor, immigrant family, but he made them proud with his discovery of the polio vaccine, keeping millions of youngsters safe from the crippling disease.
26. Louis Pasteur: Today we take pasteurization of food, a process named for this influential scientist, for granted as well as the existence of those microscopic disease-causing germs. Inspired by the death of two of his children, Pasteur was driven, as this video shows, to find cures and causes for many illnesses.
27. Alexander Fleming: A Scottish medic, pharmacologist and bacteriologist, this video details the path that brought Fleming to the discovery of the first antibiotics.
28. Sigmund Freud: While many of Freud’s theories are dismissed today as false, there is no doubt that he made big impact on the beginnings of the field of psychology which you can learn more about in this series of biographical videos.

Religion and Philosophy

Watch these videos to find out about individuals who helped others, inspired through their faith and asked people to question their view of the world.

29. Mother Teresa: Regarded by many as a saint in modern times, this Catholic nun gave away every penny to help those in need, and in this video you can find out more about her inspiring dedication to charity and kindness.
30. Dalai Lama: The Dalai Lama is rarely seen without a smile on his face though he has faced many challenges in his attempts to free Tibet and lead its people. Learn more about the man and his mission to spread peace and happiness to people around the world in this video.
31. Irmã Dulce: This Catholic nun has been nominated for sainthood because of her work with the poor of Salvador, Brazil. Check out this video to see more of her amazing and inspiring work creating one of the largest philanthropic organizations in Brazil.
32. Pope John Paul II: After surviving WWII despite the extermination of many of his fellow countrymen, Pope John Paul II went on to become one of the most influential and best-loved popes, improving relations with other religious groups and influencing the politics of much of communist Europe during his time as Pope.
33. Billy Graham: Whether you love him or hate him, it’s impossible to argue against the power and inspiration this spiritual leader has offered people around the world. Learn more about his story and his mission in this video.
34. Ludwig Wittgenstein: If philosophy is more your sphere of interest, watch this video about the philosopher who changed the game when it came to the philosophy of language, logic, and even mathematics.

Writing and Literature

Learn more about the lives of some truly inspiring authors from these biographies.

35. JK Rowling: This single mom was once on welfare to support her children, but as you’ll learn here, her Harry Potter series made her an overnight success.
36. Jane Austen: Austen’s work came out of an era where few women were published authors or were allowed much independence at all, a fact she often comments on in her novels.
37. Harriet Beecher Stowe: Watch this video to learn more about this woman who at 40 wrote a novel that brought to light many of the important issues related to slavery and the abolition movement.
38. Mark Twain: This writer and humorist is one of the best known American authors and you can learn more about the string of events that set up his writing success in this video.
39. Anne Frank: Frank never intended for her diaries to be published, but the intense story they tell offers an unprecedented look into the horrors of the Holocaust, and serves as a memorial to her life–the story of which is retold in this video.
40. Elie Wiesel: Elie Wiesel’s story is inspiring both for his survival of several concentration camps as well as his work with humanitarian causes that garnered him a Nobel Peace Prize.

Art and Entertainment

In these videos you’ll get to hear about the moments that led these actors, entertainers and artists to their fame and success.

41. Jim Henson: This creative puppeteer and writer created some of the best-known and loved characters from children’s and adult programming alike, including Sesame Street and the Muppets. While Henson died suddenly in 1990, he is highly regarded for his work that promoted tolerance and equality for all.
42. Pablo Picasso: While perhaps not the greatest role model in his personal life, Picasso’s professional one is still a source of inspiration, rocketing him from a relative unknown to a household name who redefined art throughout the 20th century.
43. Charlie Chaplin: Here you can see the story of Chaplin, a man who offered a nation comic relief during the tumultuous times of the Great Depression and the world wars.
44. Oprah Winfrey: Watch this video to learn how Oprah rose from poverty and abuse to be one of the wealthiest and most well-known women in the world.
45. Sidney Poitier: In this interview you’ll hear from this iconic actor who in 1963 became the first African-American to win an Oscar.
46. Bruce Lee: Bruce Lee was one of the first to bring martial arts into the mainstream. Watch this video to see his story and learn more about his dedication to fitness, education and his art.

Sports

Whether they faced great odds or possessed great natural talent, these videos will give you a glimpse into the lives of some of the greatest athletes and moments in athletic history.

47. Jesse Owens: Jesse Owens has many accomplishments to his name, as this video points out, though perhaps the most notable was his winning of four gold medals at the 1936 Berlin Olympics.
48. Michael Jordan: Widely regarded as the best basketball player of all time, this video will show you the path that led Jordan to the success he has today.
49. Lance Armstrong: A little thing like cancer didn’t hold this cyclist back, and this video shows how he returned to win the Tour de France even after battling the disease.
50. Tiger Woods: Woods was a golf phenom, being the youngest player to win the Grand Slam and to win 50 tournaments on tour. Here you can learn about his meteoric rise to success and the work it took to get there.
51. Jim Valvano: Watch this video to hear the inspiring speech given by this former basketball coach as he received an ESPY Award just weeks before he passed away from cancer.
52. Derek Redmond: Redmond had fought injuries for years in his pursuit of Olympic gold, but in this video you’ll see the inspiring moment he is best remembered for.
53. Dick and Rick Hoyt: Athletes come in all shapes and sizes and sometimes the most inspiring aren’t professionals or Olympians at all, as this father and son story shows.
54. Muhammad Ali: While today his body is shaken by Parkinson’s, Ali, as this video documents, was one of the best heavyweight fighters of all time.
55. Pele: Edison Arantes do Nascimento, better known as Pele, was named the Athlete of the Century by the International Olympic Committee. He is a force to be reckoned with both on the field and in his work to improve the social conditions of the poor in Brazil.

Heroes and Icons

There are some people who stand out in history for the things they accomplished and these videos document the stories of just a few of those events.

56. Amelia Earhart: Learn more about this famous female flyer, the first to fly solo across the Atlantic, in this biographical video.
57. Jackie Robinson: Watch this video to hear the inspiring story of the man who broke the color barrier in baseball.
58. Helen Keller: Blind and deaf from a young age, this inspiring woman went on to be an influential writer, activist and lecturer as you will learn from this video.
59. Princess Diana: Princess Diana was loved by many around the world, a fact due largely in part to her dedication to humanitarian projects around the globe.
60. Charles Lindbergh: In a time when flying was a relatively new technology, Lindbergh stretched it to it’s limits making the first solo flight across the Atlantic, later becoming an avid environmentalist, inventor and explorer.
61. Edmund Hillary and Tenzig Norgay: In this video you’ll hear about two men who took the spirit of exploration to its limits, being the first known climbers to reach the summit of Mount Everest–a feat that makes the obstacles you may be facing seem small in comparison.

Activism

Give these videos a try to learn more about the people who fought for causes from equal rights to the protection of animals.

62. Sojourner Truth: This amazing woman fought a prejudiced court system to free her son from slavery, fighting throughout her life for abolition and women’s rights.
63. Susan B. Anthony: In this video you’ll learn how Anthony, spurred on by her exclusion from the temperance movement’s discussion because of her sex, became one of the biggest proponents for women’s suffrage.
64. Eleanor Roosevelt: Watch this video to learn about the famous first lady who worked tirelessly for civil rights, women’s rights, education, and helped form the United Nations.
65. Rosa Parks: Tired from a long day at work, the refusal of this woman to move to the back of the bus and he subsequent arrest helped shape the civil rights movement and inspired Parks to fight for equal rights for the rest of her life.
66. Oskar Schindler: While his motivations may not always have been pure, there is no doubt that the actions taken by Schindler, detailed in this video, saved hundreds of lives.
67. Betty Williams: This Nobel Peace Prize winner fought hard to end the conflicts in Northern Ireland, founding the Community of Peace People as well as working on a variety of other humanitarian and political issues around the globe.
68. Harriet Tubman: Escaping from slavery as a teenager, this brave woman would go on to be a powerful force in the Civil War, abolition, the Underground Railroad and later in life women’s suffrage.
69. W.E.B. DuBois: This intellectual man was the first African American to earn a PhD at Harvard, later using his knowledge to help fight against racism and social injustice.
70. Harvey Milk: Learn more about this San Francisco leader who worked tirelessly to gain rights for homosexuals in his community and was the first openly gay public official.
71. Dian Fossey: It was her fervent determination to help the gorillas with which she worked closely that led to this researcher’s untimely death. Learn more about her story from this video.
72. Emmeline Pankhurst: America wasn’t the only place where women were struggling to gain independence and recognition as voters, and in this video you can hear about one of the major figures for suffrage in England.
73. Rachel Carson: Today we take it for granted that many chemicals are toxic and harmful to the flora and fauna living in the wild, but this biographical video shows how Carson was one of the first to bring this crisis to light and continued to fight for environmental causes throughout her life.

Science

Learn about some of the biggest figures in the progress of scientific discovery in these videos.

74. Stephen Hawking: Though today almost completely paralyzed, Hawking has and continues to make contributions to the field of cosmology and theoretical physics.
75. Albert Einstein: Learn more about the man whose name has become synonymous with brilliance in this video.
76. James Watson and Francis Crick: Where would we be today with a model of DNA? In this video you’ll learn about the scientists who discovered its structure and layout.
77. Sir Isaac Newton: Most people know Newton from his gravitational theory, but this video will illuminate his many other contributions to science and math as well.
78. Marie Curie: Though poisoned by her work, Marie Curie was the first to win two Nobel Prizes for her work with radioactivity, discovering some of the first effective treatments for cancer.
79. Edwin Hubble: It wasn’t so long ago that the Milky Way was the only known galaxy out there, and this video will help you learn more about the man who expanded out understanding of the universe and how it works.
80. Linus Pauling: Anyone studying chemistry today can look to Pauling as a model for emulation, as he is often regarded as one of the most influential men in the history of the field, winning multiple Nobel Prizes for his work, even when it was in opposition to popular opinion.

Technology and Invention

The people included in this list invented many of the things we use on a daily basis today and helped shape the modern world.

81. Tim Berners-Lee: The Internet has become an omnipresent part of everyday life, and in this video you’ll hear from the man who helped create it.
82. Alexander Graham Bell: It’s hard to imagine a world without phones, and we have this innovative man to thank for their invention. Of course, as this video shows, he invented many other things as well.
83. George Eastman: Watch this video to learn about the man who helped make photography mainstream by introducing the first film rolls for his company, Kodak.
84. George Washington Carver: The discoveries of this man helped revolutionize southern farming and you’ll learn a lot about his life and work in this video.
85. Orville and Wilbur Wright: Travel by air makes global communication, trade and travel easier and more efficient. Watch this video to learn about the brothers who are credited with creating the first flying machines.
86. Thomas Edison: The inventions of this man are inspiring and include the phonograph, the motion picture camera, and a long-lasting, practical electric light bulb.
87. Benjamin Franklin: Few individuals in history have been so prolific and successful in their endeavors as Ben Franklin, becoming a prominent statesman, philosopher, writer and, as you’ll see in this video, inventor.
88. Philo Farnsworth: While TV may be blamed for many of the evils of society it’s hard to imagine life before it. In this video you’ll learn about Farnsworth’s invention of the first working television tubes.
89. Robert Goddard: The innovations of this man, as you’ll see in the video, helped get space exploration off the ground.

Everyday People

You don’t have to be a scholar, a performer or a leader to have a biography that is truly inspiring. These videos show that anyone can be a role model and source of inspiration, no matter who they are.

90. Nick Vujicic: If you’re feeling weighed down by the challenges in your life, watch this inspiring video about Nick, a man born with no limbs who has never let it hold him back.
91. Patrick Henry Hughes: Being born disabled and blind didn’t stop this young man from becoming an accomplished pianist, and as you’ll see here, even playing in a marching band.
92. Dr. Randy Pausch: Many people are familiar with the inspirational speech given by Dr. Pausch, showing him maintaining a great attitude and giving spirit even as he was dying of cancer.
93. Robert Pio Hajjar: In this video you’ll see how a young man born with Down Syndrome learned to embrace his disability, give motivational speeches and work with an organization that helps others with this same disability.
94. W Mitchell: Watch this biographical video to learn how one man overcame the challenges life put before him.
95. Paul Potts: Even a man working selling cell phones has something to share with the world, as this video of the unassuming singer demonstrates.
96. Jason McElwain: He may not always get to play, but in this game a young autistic man was the hero, as this video shows.
97. Dustin Carter: In this video you’ll see a bio that proves that no dream is too big if you’re as determined as wrestler Dustin Carter.
98. Carly Zalenski: She may be just one young girl, but this video shows how this student used her time to help others halfway around the world.
99. Jean Stallings: He may have been born with Down Syndrome, but this boy’s family never let it stand in his way. Learn more about him and his inspiring family from this video.
100. Charlie Plumb: What would you do if you were a prisoner of war? Here you’ll hear the story about one man who stood out and became a leader even in the hardest of times.

As a law professor, you’re probably always on the hunt for new material to talk about in class, besides the mainstream legal news. From case studies to legal headlines and niche law topics, these 50 blogs written for and by law professors can inspire you to host discussions and challenge your students to think about their classwork more critically.

Legal News

Follow the latest legal cases by visiting these news blogs.

1. Law Blog: The WSJ law blog is updated multiple times a day and follows the big legal cases of the moment and business law.
2. Above the Law: Above the Law is part news, part legal tabloid, and is a great resource for keeping up with behind-the-scenes dirt from law schools, top firms, and major cases.
3. The Volokh Conspiracy: This group blog is mostly written by law professors and focuses on law theory and research, law professors and law school, and top (or just weird) cases.
4. Blawg Review: Get an aggregated list of the week’s best law blog posts here.
5. Robert Ambrogi’s LawSites: Robert Ambrogi is a great resource if you want to find new legal resource websites.
6. The Shark: California law school students keep up with news, salaries and more.
7. Paper Chase: JURIST’s legal news blog is all about "serious law" from "primary sources."
8. Legal Counsel Corner: This legal commentary blog covers the latest headlines in business law, bail bonds, bankruptcy, class action lawsuits, family law and more.
9. ABA Blogs: Find law blogs in every single niche, plus tickers of the featured and most popular blogs and posts.
10. Adjunct Law Prof Blog: Mitchell H. Rubinstein is an adjunct professor at New York Law School and blogs about interesting cases, from domestic violence to health care. He also posts about New York law and law school issues.
11. American Constitution Society: The ACS tracks top law cases and news.

Theory and Philosophy

Here you’ll find discussion and research devoted to legal theory and philosophy.

12. Dorf on Theory: Cornell law professor Michael Dorf, with his lawyer and professor friends, muses on various law topics here.
13. Kenneth Anderson’s Law of War and Just War Theory Blog: This law professor from American University blogs about international laws of war.
14. Ernie the Attorney: Ernie has been blogging since 2002 and examines how the legal system responds to change.
15. Leiter Reports: Law professors will appreciate this philosophy blog that comments on academia, intellectual property and legal philosophy.
16. Florida Student Philosophy Blog: Florida undergrads, grad students and faculty discuss logic, ethics, the philosophy of law and plenty of other topics here.
17. Engage: Conversations in Philosophy: Follow this blog for intriguing discussions and questions about social responsibility, public policy, civil disobedience and more.
18. Feminist Legal Theory: Learn all about feminist legal theory from this blog, published by the UC Davis School of Law.

Business Law

Business law professors will find plenty of resources and commentary on these blogs.

19. M&A Law Prof: Read about mergers and acquisitions and major cases within the industry from Brian JM Quinn and Michael A. Woronoff.
20. May It Please the Court: J. Craig Williams blogs about legal news and mostly business law subjects.
21. The Conglomerate: This blog follows and analyzes top business law cases and economic policy.
22. The Becker-Posner Blog: This prominent blog covers practically everything, but it’s a great resource for business and economics law.
23. The Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance and Financial Regulation: HLS faculty and fellows share commentary about business law, banking, and more.

Criminal Law

For criminal law analysis and news, head to these blogs written by professors from UCLA School of Law and elsewhere.

24. CrimProf Blog: Kevin Cole, Dean and Professor of Law at the University of San Diego School of Law, edits this criminal law blog that covers top cases, criminal law policy, the cost of crime, homeland security and more.
25. The Rap Sheet: Nolo’s Criminal Law Blog: UCLA School of Law professor Paul Bergman writes about the 4th amendment, sentencing, evidence, ethics, and more.
26. Crime and Consequences: This blog is sponsored by the Criminal Justice Legal Foundation and focuses on current cases but also posts about prisons, juvenile crimes, criminal procedure and other topics.
27. In Session: If you want to keep up with leading criminal cases with your students, follow CNN’s In Session.
28. White Collar Crime Prof Blog: You can read about white collar crime issues regarding tax law, mortgage fraud and more from this blog.
29. TalkLeft: The Politics of Crime: This is a great blog to supplement any criminal law class or discussion.

Justice and the Courtroom

Keep tabs on judges and courtroom gossip by following these blogs.

30. Sentencing Law and Policy: Douglas A. Berman from the Moritz College of Law at Ohio State writes about the death penalty and other sentencing topics.
31. SCOTUS blog: Keep up with Supreme Court news here.
32. Bench Memos: Bench Memos is written by professors and other contributors, sponsored by the National Review Online.
33. Underneath Their Robes: This gossip blog will tune you into the behind-the-scenes "news" of federal justices.

Ethics

Lead your class in a discussion about legal ethics in business, law firms, and more.

34. Neuroethics and Law Blog: Professor Adam Kolber of the University of San Diego School of Law writes about law, science and medicine.
35. Overlawyered: Overlawyered is keeping a close eye on "the high cost" of the legal system.
36. Wal-Mart Watch: B-law and law ethics professors can follow Wal-Mart’s scandals on this blog.
37. Legal Ethics Forum: Various legal ethics subjects are discussed here, from corporate law to public policy.

Niches

From Internet law to sports law, you can find niche legal topics discussed on the following sites.

38. Power Line: Power Line is a public policy blog written by lawyers.
39. beSpacific: This law and legal technology blog has won several awards and references primary and secondary sources.
40. Instapundit: This popular law and technology blog is written by Glenn Reynolds, a professor at the University of Tennessee, contributing editor at Popular Mechanics and author of several books.
41. Balkinization: Various law professors and academics weigh in on international law and policy here.
42. E-Commerce Law: If you teach e-commerce law, you’ll want to follow this lawyer whose work has been featured on CBS, FOX and more.
43. Internet Alia: Internet Alia is an Internet legal research blog, making it a great resource for nearly all law professors and students.
44. Scrivener’s Error: This blog is all about "law and reality in publishing" from the author’s side of things. You’ll also find posts about legal theory and the First Amendment, for good measure.
45. Sports Law Blog: Those interested in sports law will like this award-winning group blog.

Miscellaneous

These law blogs are great simply for their variety and love of discussion.

46. Al Nye the Lawyer Guy: From current affairs to lead cases to books, Al covers it all.
47. Concurring Opinions: Get in-depth posts about a range of legal topics, written by law professors at George Washington University Law School, Thomas Jefferson School of Law and others.
48. Law and More: The posts here are "deconstructing what happens in law," from employment lawsuits to criminal law.
49. Legal Blog Watch: Law.com features law blogs on its site, so it’s a great place to look for new commentary and the latest headlines.
50. The Legal Reader: Get commentary on legal news and politics.

Twitter has evolved into a great resource for news and current events. Luckily, it’s also a great resource for other important information, such as awesome teaching advice. Whether you are still earning your teaching certification or are just starting out as a teacher, these Twitter feeds offer resources you shouldn’t miss. In these feeds you’ll find advice for the classroom, advice for early childhood education, technology, special education, or advice from others such as consultants or administrators, and much more.

General Resources

These Twitter feeds come from classroom teachers offering great advice no matter what age or subjects you may teach.

1. @beckyshandera. This former 2nd grade teacher is now a product manager for literacy and math. She shares helpful information for teachers on her feed.
2. @budtheteacher. Everything from links to interesting articles to information about using technology in the classroom is on this feed.
3. @christama. A 5th grade teacher seeking innovative ways to engage her students shares what she knows here.
4. @dmace13. While technology is Don Mace’s specialty, he graciously shares resources for all sorts of classroom teachers.
5. @janet_wright. Get resources mixed in with inspirational quotes here.
6. @JSW_EdTech. This popular Twitter feed includes links and discussion on a range of education topics.
7. @kchichester. Find a wide range of interesting information to help your teaching or just to keep up with current events.
8. @KidsLearnFromMe. The Twitter dialog here often offers helpful suggestions for teachers.
9. @Larryferlazzo. This high school teacher posts links to many fun and interesting resources and current events.
10. @misscalcul8. This math teacher opens up a great dialog that many will find helpful for teaching resources in general.
11. @MySchoolToolz. This homeschooling mom shares tons of educational resources that are useful for classroom teachers too.
12. @nchsucla. History and K-12 educators are joined with the information available here.
13. @paulbogush. An 8th grade teacher, Paul carries on a lively Twitter discourse with lots of information. He also enjoys collaborating with other classes.
14. @sgreenwa5. This educator literally wrote the book on remembering math facts for children and shares her knowledge here.
15. @ShiftParadigm. This education strategist posts great information for educators.
16. @starden. This feed is chock full of ideas for teachers to use in the classroom.
17. @TeachaKidd. As this teacher asks and recommends, you’ll find plenty of good resources on her feed.
18. @Techyturner. This 4th grad teachers shares lots of helpful resources.
19. @TheEngTeacher. Specializing in online ESL, this English teacher shares plenty of resources for teaching English in any venue.
20. @timgels. This 3rd grade teacher shares quotes, thoughts on education, and resources.
21. @tutor1235. This feed is full of helpful resources for the classroom, specifically with younger learners.

Early Childhood Education

If you work with younger children, you will love the advice available here.

22. @ECNews. Get news pertinent to teachers and parents of children 8 and under.
23. @LiteracyCounts. This early childhood educator provides tons of literacy tips and resources here.
24. @LiteracyLaunch. Teaching literacy to young children, this teacher has plenty to offer on her feed.
25. @OneTwoTieMyShoe. A resource for teaching young children to tie their shoes, this feed also includes helpful ECE resources.
26. @preschoolers. Education.com offers this feed for resources specific to preschool teachers and parents.
27. @Teach_Preschool. Preschool teachers and parents of young children can benefit from this feed.
28. @TootsiesTidbits. Find lots of fun activities for preschoolers here.

Technology

Stay current with the latest trends and opportunities for integrating technology in the classroom with these feeds.

29. @bbray. This e-coach offers technology and inspiration for educators.
30. @BrianAlexander. Stay on top of all the latest technology news and gadgets here.
31. @cathyarreguin. Promoting learning in virtual worlds, Cathy posts plenty of useful information here.
32. @cyberteacher. This Google-certified teacher shares lots of information for integrating technology into curriculum.
33. @digimom. Find plenty of fun technology suggestions for both in and out of the classroom.
34. @j_allen. Sometimes provocative and always helpful, the discussions here offer much for those interested in technology in education.
35. @jrichardson30. This tech coach offers information about technology and how to use it.
36. @justinreeve. Find information on technology and education from this Web Manager of a district in Utah.
37. @karenjan. Focusing on helping struggling learners succeed with technology, this teacher shares her experience.
38. @mbteach. Learn about using Twitter, iPods, and many other technologies in education here.
39. @murphymath. This teacher loves technology and helps you learn how to integrate it in your classroom.
40. @ssjenk6. Find advice and resources here from this Technology Integration Specialist.
41. @SuzanBrandt. Suzan keeps up a great dialog with other Tweeters that includes plenty of helpful tech information.
42. @teachntech00. While technology is the main focus here, there is also an emphasis on technology for the special ed classroom, too.
43. @tomwhitby. This professor of education has plenty to share when it comes to using technology in education.
44. @thecleversheep. This Canadian shares a wealth of information on technology in education in his Twitter feed.
45. @tseale. This English teacher is all about the technology and has plenty to share.
46. @wshstech. A technology facilitator at a high school, Chris shares plenty of tech tips.
47. @yoopertechgeek. Find plenty of links for tech-related teaching information here.
48. @web20classroom. Help get your classroom Web 2.0 savvy with the advice here.

Special Education

Special ed teachers can learn from others in their fields from these Twitter feeds.

49. @astrang. This special ed teacher in Canada shares links to a variety of interesting information.
50. @autismcenter. Find tons of great resources for working with children on the autism spectrum here.
51. @beckyfisher. Working from home as an online special ed teacher, this mom shares a bit about everything.
52. @bwwojci. Specializing in assistive technology, Brian Wojcik posts about plenty of teaching tools.
53. @caitlingraham. Trained in special ed but teaching regular ed, this teacher shares plenty about green teaching, autism, and more.
54. @CSouthard. This inclusion teacher shares lots of links for teaching both special and regular ed.
55. @damian613. Get a psychological perspective on students and teaching from this school psychologist.
56. @dancallahan. Technology meets education at this feed by a special ed teacher in Pennsylvania.
57. @debbarrows. Conferences, demos, material, and more may show up in this special ed teacher’s Twitter feed.
58. @Grembe. This family creates iPhone apps that make a difference. They post about them and frequently include educational aids.
59. @irasocol. Assistive technology is the topic here, as is other education news and information.
60. @joannab. This special ed grad student posts tons of helpful information for those working with students on the autism spectrum.
61. @oregonsped. Teaching functional academics to elementary students, this teacher posts plenty about technology in the classroom.
62. @paulhami. Assistive technology and a pleasant perspective on teaching are features here.
63. @spedteacher. This special ed teacher posts helpful information for the classroom, but plenty about public education politics and policy as well.
64. @stewartn. This special ed teacher shares and seeks advice on technology and also spreads her positive attitude.

Library Sciences

Teachers can find lots of advice from librarians, who often find plenty of great information for helping students learn. Check out these feeds from librarians to see what you can gain.

65. @booklover472. Books, technology, and education all share a spot on this feed.
66. @buffyjhamilton. Library 2.0 is the focus of this librarian’s feed.
67. @cleverkus. This elementary and middle school librarian is new to Twitter, but is off to a good start posting helpful information.
68. @eabarbanel. This middle and high school librarian posts links and tips for helping young learners.
69. @janettefuller. This librarian from Houston covers books, children, and education here.
70. @janning. Teaching, books, and technology are frequent topics here.
71. @jessamyn. Follow this popular and entertaining librarian’s feed.
72. @kkliegman. Library and technology get equal billing on this feed.
73. @libsmatter. Kathryn Greenhill provides library information and news here.
74. @NancyW. This librarian has an eye on technology in her feed.
75. @shifted. Follow Jenny Levine on her popular Twitter feed as she shares library information with education often represented.
76. @teachlib. This Canadian school librarian keeps up a lively discussion as well as advice helpful for teachers on her feed.

Inspiration

Find inspiration with these great Twitter feeds.

77. @faroutlinks. The links here aren’t really far out, but more along the lines of helpful and inspirational.
78. @laroncarter. The links and words of advice here will help you find a positive attitude and are directed to both teachers and students.
79. @writinginrain. Find lots of inspirational quotes here.

Ex-Educators Turned Consultants and Various Corporate Feeds

These teachers who have become educational consultants and corporate feeds offer plenty of advice and links to resources.

80. @Abcteach. Get lots of great ideas as well as news about educational resources here.
81. @AngelaMaiers. This feed is popular for good reason as it includes links to many great resources for educators.
82. @dtrautman. Get plenty about education politics and policy, especially as it pertains to Texas public education.
83. @Educator. Follow this feed for lot of links to great resources and news.
84. @edutopia. Find inspiration and resources for teaching on this feed from the popular website of the same name.
85. @LearnHub. Get lots of education-related links from this Twitter feed.
86. @linkstoliteracy. This educational consultant provides great information about reading and young children.
87. @scholasticstore. Stay on top of what is happening at The Scholastic Store, including discounts for teachers and other resources.
88. @teachermagazine. Find tons of news and information just for teachers here.
89. @WendyZZZZZZZZZZ. Get lots of tips as well as a lively discussion on this feed.

Administrators

These feeds offer insight from those in charge.

90. @e_shep. Ways to engage educators and making his school run smoothly are frequent topics here.
91. @jimconn. See what this middle school administrator has to say on his feed.
92. @JudyHarris05. This upbeat principal shares her love of education as well as her interest in learning and the brain.
93. @NMHS_Principal. Teachers will find tons of links to resources on this high school principal’s feed.
94. @sebneca. Quotes and thought-provoking statements about education are often featured here.
95. @tee62. This elementary school principal posts news and trends important to education.

Educational Projects

Find inspiration for great projects in your classroom with these feeds.

96. @AREGarden. This Twitter feed is from an elementary school garden in Oregon and includes lots of great information.
97. @BiologyAnswers. Get biology questions with links to the answers in this fun feed.
98. @EcoPicOfTheDay. This feed provides links to great eco-photos.
99. @KidsAreHeroes. Project for kids who want to make a difference are the subject here.
100. @schoolgardening. Find out what kids can learn from gardening with the information here.

By Holly McCarthy

It doesn’t matter if you’re studying capuchins in South America or the social interactions in American college bars, there is a blogger out there who shares your interests. University students, academics, professors and those who just love anthropology have helped to create a great assortment of online discourse about the field. We’ve compiled a list of 100 that are definitely worth a read.

General

These anthropology blogs cover a range of subjects and can give you a great general overview of what’s going on in the field.

1. Anthropology.net: This multi-author blog aims to foster discussions about all branches of anthropology with posts on everything from Mayan archaeology to human evolution.
2. American Anthropological Association: Whether you’re a member of the AAA or just want to read up on news in anthropology you can find information in this blog.
3. Open Access Anthropology: Dedicated to sharing information, this blog posts a range of articles on anthropology in a free forum so all can read them.
4. Social Science Research Council: The larger branch of ASA Globalog: Check out this blog to join in discussions of monthly anthropological topics.
5. AnthroBlogs: This site is home to a large number of anthropology blogs so you can stay up-to-date on just about any field.
6. A Hot Cup of Joe: This blogger discusses a range of topics relating to archaeology, anthropology and science.
7. antropologi.info: Check out this site to get all the latest Anthropology news in one easily accessible place.
8. Four Stone Hearth: This blog carnival is all about anthrop logy, from linguistic, archaeology, socio-cultural and bio-physical experts.

Biological and Evolutionary

From understanding the connections between man and ape to unraveling the mysteries of human behavior, these blogs cover a wide range of fascinating topics.

10. Dienekes’ Anthropology Blog: Focusing mostly on genetic and biological news, this blog is a great place to learn about the latest developments in biological anthropology.
11. Neuroanthropology: This blog has contributors from the fields of anthropology, philosophy and neurology with the aim of better understanding the relationship between the structure of the brain and human behavior and beliefs.
12. John Hawk’s Weblog: Check out this blog for a professor’s viewpoint on paleoanthropology, genetics and human evolution.
13. Cognition and Culture: Explore the relationship between the biology of the mind and the behavior and culture of humans in this informative and well-written blog.
14. Mathilda’s Anthropology Blog: This blog focuses on the human past, from human evolution to the development of the first large-scale civilizations thousands of years ago.
15. Somatosphere: The collaborative blog focuses on issues in everything from medical anthropology to bioethics.
16. Primatology.net: Keep up to date on the latest in the field of primatology with this informative and professionally written blog.
17. Afarensis: Named after a human evolutionary ancestor, this blog’s posts focus on what’s going on in the field of evolutionary anthropology and paleontology.
18. The Caveman’s Corner: Give this blog a read to get insights and information on human evolution and our primate relatives.
19. Dnapes: Learn about our closest genetic relatives in this blog, with news about primates from around the world.

Social and Cultural

Learn about the latest research in sociocultural anthropology from these informative blogs.

20. wayne&wax: Learn about ethnomusicology, with a focus on America in this fun and informative blog.
21. Open Anthropology: This site posts news on a wide range of cultural and political topics related to anthropology.
22. Culture Matters: Students and staff from the Department of Anthropology at Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia, use this blog to write about some big trends and news in the field of anthropology.
23. Savage Minds: With a title taken from the work of well-known anthropologist Levi-Strauss, this blog focuses on a range of issues in cultural anthropology from the fun to the intellectual.
24. The Interrogation Diaries: Read about the use of torture and interrogation techniques against terrorists from an anthropologist’s point of view in this blog.
25. Golublog: This blogger’s research focuses on Chinese World of Warcraft players.
26. Hanging Around the Wrong Side of the World: From personal reflections on field research to posts on the latest news and politics, this blog is a fun and informative read.
27. Cultural Anthropology: The Journal for the Society of Cultural Anthropology maintains this blog with great essays and articles from leading researchers in the field.
28. Space and Culture: Explore the nature of social spaces through the thought-provoking posts on this blog.
29. This Blog Sits At: With posts on both anthropology and economics this blog explores how money, exchange systems and even advertising function in a society.
30. Throughout the World: This blog is home to a number of articles about books, famous anthropologists and anthropological theory.
31. Open Range Anthropologist: Check out this blog to learn about issues in anthropology, business and technology and the intersection of all three.

Ethnography

Do some culture-specific reading in these blogs.

32. Digital Ethnography: Explore the possibilities of digital ethnography with this Kansas State University professor and his students.
33. Photoethnography: This blog can be a great way to learn how photos and videos can be an interesting way to explore a culture, in this case, Japan.
34. Ethblography: This social anthropologist shares their research on technology in Spain, especially Web 2.0 networking and mobile phones.
35. VKS Ethnography: Designed as a place to foster communication and ideas between other groups and the VKS, this blog posts news and information about ethnographic research.
36. Ethnography.com: Learn all about ethnography in the news from this blog, which also contains some fun and entertaining posts as well.
37. Mundane Ethnography: This blogger focuses on the anthropology of food and cuisine and you’ll find lots of delicious looking photos as well as insightful posts.
38. Conversations with Dina: Those with an interest in ethnography from a business viewpoint should check out this blog written by professional researcher and ethnographer Dina.
39. Constructing Amusement: Based out of Korea, this blogger explores the digital technologies that affect communication.
40. Ethnography: Learn about ethnography through film on this blog.
41. INCITE: Written by students at the Goldsmiths College in London, this blog combines ideas of technology with ethnography.

Archaeology and Paleontology

Learn about the expanse of human past on these excavation-focused sites.

42. Nomadic Thoughts: Here you’ll find posts on topics like archaeology, culture and science from a graduate student in archaeology.
43. Hominin Dental Anthropology: Have an interest in ancient dentition? Then check out this blog to read about new information and research in the field.
44. Archaeology: Published by the Archaeological Institute of America, this blog is home to posts on all kinds of exciting archaeological news.
45. Middle Savagery: This archaeology blog is written by Colleen Morgan, a PhD student at the University of California, Berkeley.
46. Mirabilis.ca: Read up on the latest news in the field of archaeology in this Canada-based blog.
47. Old Dirt- New Thoughts: Check out this blog to learn about the new finds from excavations at Aniakchak Bay Village in Alaska.
48. Quests of the Dragon and Bird Clan: FInd out how the Nusantao maritime trading network influenced a variety of other places, through the archaeological posts in this blog.
49. Remote Central: Blogger Tim Jones explores all kinds of archaeological news in this blog from shipwreck finds to neolithic burial practices.
50. Rogue Classicism: Love classical antiquity? This blog is full of educational resources from vocabulary to information on classical research.
51. Where the Hell Am I?: This blogger and contract archaeologist shares his sometimes interesting experiences working in the field.
52. Adventures with Yo and Ma: Learn about these bloggers’ experiences with "academia, archaeology, and the Mediterranean" in this blog.
53. Archaeolog: This blog combines news about archaeology with interesting and beautiful photography.
54. Cronaca: Learn about ancient writing implements in this thoroughly modern forum.
55. GIS for Archaeology and CRM: Take a look at archaeology from a technological viewpoint though the information provided by this blog.
56. Egyptology Blog: For those with a love of all things Egyptian, this blog can keep you up to date with the latest finds from this ancient culture.

Linguistic, Media and Communication

These blogs explore human communication from age-old languages to modern computer-aided interaction.

57. Linguistic Anthropology: WIth a large number of contributors, this blog focuses on issues of communication, language and culture.
58. Mimi Ito: This blogger is a cultural anthropologist who shares her research on social media use in Japan and the US on her blog.
59. media/anthropology: Professor John Postill shares his research on the Internet and digital media in his blog.
60. Julian Hopkins: Explore the digital world with an anthropological eye with this blog.
61. Society for Linguistic Anthropology: Learn about academic awards, research and more on this linguistic anthropology site.
62. Media Anthropology Network: Find news from the European Association of Social Anthropologists on this media-focused site.
63. Visual Anthropology.net: This blog is a great place to find news and information on the growing field of visual anthropology.
64. Remixing Anthropology: Focusing on the anthropology of modern communications, this blog is full of informative posts.
65. Bits and Bytes: Here you’ll find posts from an anthropologist on the development of online culture and the use of technology in academia.
66. My PhD Blog: This PhD student blogs about her research into social networks and youth in Denmark.
67. Terra Nova: Explore the social aspects of online communities and virtual worlds like Second Life in this blog.
68. Christine Kenneally: Blogger, author and journalist Christine Kenneally shares her opinions on linguistics and the English language in this blog.

Museums

All of those anthropological artifacts have to go somewhere, and these blogs discuss their display and protection in museums.

69. Material World: This multi-author blog explores all kinds of issues about our material culture.
70. Museum Anthropology: Check out this blog to get news and information from the Journal of the Council for Museum Anthropology.
71. Safe Corner: Read posts about issues of cultural preservation in this museum and collecting-focused blog.
72. Looting Matters: Antiquities have to get into museums somehow and sometimes they don’t always do that in the most ethical way. This blog explores issues of museum ethics and collecting.
73. Robert Goldwater Library: The Met’s Museum of Africa, Oceania and the Americas is chronicled in this blog, letting you know just what new and exciting exhibits and talks are going on there.
74. Museum Blogging: Dr. Leslie Madden-Brooks explores a range of issues about natural history museums in this blog.
75. The Attic: The Department of Museum Studies at the University of Leicester publishes this blog, with updates on exhibits, the field of museum studies and more.
76. Museum of Pop Archaeology: This humorous blog takes a look at the records of our modern civilization in this online museum.

Professors and Students

Check out these university-focused blogs to get insights from both professors and students on anthropological study.

77. Another Anthro Blog: Get valuable information on topics like writing proposals and doing research projects on this blog.
78. Motes and Theories: Written by an anthropology professor, this blog focuses on academic and anthropological issues.
79. xirdalium: This anthrop logy student shares his research experience in this erudite blog.
80. Teaching Anthropology: Share your experiences teaching undergraduate anthropology courses on this helpful and sometimes humorous blog.
81. Trinketization: Written by a professor and Academic Director of the Centre for Cultural Studies at Goldsmiths College, this blog focuses on issues of exoticization, cultural studies and more.
82. Anthrosite Teaching Blog: Gain valuable insights into teaching anthropology as well as interesting posts on the latest news from this blog.
83. Ionian Enchantment: This blogger is working on a Master’s in cognitive science and expresses a love for science, politics and more in this blog.
84. Purse Lip Square Jaw: Follow along as this blogger works her way towards a PhD in Anthropology
85. In Harmonium: A professor at the Carleton University in Canada, this blogger is both a teacher and a symbolic anthropologist.
86. Field Methods: This blog by Professor Rubenstein allows readers to participate in class assignments in an online format.

Fieldwork

These bloggers have kept a record of their research on a blog and you can check them out here.

87. Fieldwork on a Ghanian Road: This ethnographic field study focuses on travel, roads and driving in present-day Ghana.
88. Greater Blogazonia: This blog focuses on the study of language and society in the Amazon, written by a professor from UC Berkeley.
89. Erkan’s Field Diary: Blogger Erkan Saka shares his fieldwork in Turkish journalism and the European Union in this blog.
90. FieldNotes: Learn about field research, among other things, in British Columbia in this helpful blog.
91. Shenzhen Fieldnotes: This blogger is doing research in China and posts frequent insights and updates on this blog.
92. Sugar Girls and Seamen: Those interested in prostitution in South Africa can check out this blog and the author’s fieldwork on it as well.
93. Native Anthropologist: This anthropology student and blogger is a Nigerian who is focusing on doing fieldwork in Nigeria.
94. Antropyton: Share in this anthropologist’s successes and frustrations with fieldwork in this blog.

Region Specific

These blogs cover a specific country, continent or area to give you interesting news from the field of anthropology.

95. AfriGadget: Explore African ingenuity with photos and posts placed on this fun blog.
96. Indigenous Review: Get the latest news and information on archaeology and anthropology in the Caribbean from this blog.
97. Johannes Wilm’s Blog: This blogger is doing his research in Nicaragua and you can read about his progress, political news and much more in this blog.
98. A Visual Anthropology of Japan: Created as an educational forum, this blogger shares his experiences in Japan while encouraging other students who are interested in visual anthropology.
99. Mongabay: From rainforests to Madagascar, this blog concentrates on posting news about the far-flung regions of the world.
100. Long Road: This Australian researcher focuses on aboriginal culture in her field work.