doa Web Site Title: SD Department of Agriculture

Web Site Author(s)/ Sponsor: SD Department of Agriculture

Targeted Grade: 9-12 Content Areas(s): Agriculture and Science

SD Grade Level Standard(s) the site addresses:

9-12 Science

Primary Use (Bold ): Classroom teaching resource Student resource Professional development Other:

Description of Educational Value(>100 words)

Teachers and students can use this site to research current information on Agriculture Issues.

Web Portal Criteria Strengths/ Weaknesses (>100 words)

Criteria Description

Rank/ Comments (Bold selected rank; add your comments)

Documentation & Credibility

*Source(s) of info stated *Credible authors/ sponsor

*Person/ address available to contact

*Citations to credible sources

adequate links w/i & w/o site.

2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: The links and sources for this site are government agencies and seem very credible. A mission statement and phone numbers are included.

Content

*Current, complete, accurate, reliable useful content

*Consistent w/ site theme

*Encourages further exploration

2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site has many articles with additional sites and information linked to them. The pictures add excitement to the exploration.

Ease of Use

*User friendly

*Graphics, multimedia components appropriate for viewers & enhance site

2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site is very easy to navigate. Graphics are related to the subjects presented and not overly abundant.

Uniqueness

*Creative contribution to learning

*Primary sources are included

*Adds to current info available

2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site has current information on issues affecting South Dakota students and their parents. New issues are added as they occur.

Applicable to SD Standards

*Directly relates to SD Standards

*Relevant to student’s edu level

2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: Meets the education level for high school students.

Interactivity & Related

Security

*Encourages viewer interactivity to enhance edu value

*Encryption available for sharing confidential info online

2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: Encryption is not used but there is not any private information being exchanged at this site. Contacting the department using e-mail or phone numbers encourages interactivity.

Disability Access

*Site is “Bobby approved”

(hyperlink tags, alternative text

for graphics, clear labels, large fonts, logical layout, toolbar placement…)

*Refer to: http://cast.org/bobby/

2-Meets all criteria -Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site is “Bobby approved”! It passed Priority 1 level.

Multimedia

*E-mail communication available to/fro site for feedback

*Feedback, student assessments

2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: E-mail communication and feedback buttons are included on most pages at this site.

Total Score: 15-16 Excellent 13-14 Adaptable

11-12 Teacher reference only 10 or less DELETE

Total Received:

Excellent Adaptable Teacher reference DELETE

URL: http:// www.nal.usda.gov/afsic/agnic/agnic.htm#definition Web Site Title: AFSIC Sustainable Agriculture Resources

Web Site Author(s)/ Sponsor: USDA

Targeted Grade: 9-12 Content Areas(s): Agriculture and Science

SD Grade Level Standard(s) the site addresses:

9-12 Science

Primary Use (Bold ): Classroom teaching resource Student resource Professional development Other:

Description of Educational Value(>100 words)

Teachers and students can use this site to research current information on Agriculture Issues.

Web Portal Criteria Strengths/ Weaknesses (>100 words)

Criteria Description	Rank/ Comments (Bold selected rank; add your comments)
Documentation & Credibility Source(s) of info stated Credible authors/ sponsor Person/ address available to contact Citations to credible sources adequate links w/i & w/o site.	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site has disclaimers published on another web page to qualify their sources and information. The links and sources for this site are government agencies and seem very credible.
Content Current, complete, accurate, reliable useful content Consistent w/ site theme *Encourages further exploration	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site has many articles with additional sites and information linked to them. The USDA publishes all articles so they should be backed by research.
Ease of Use User friendly Graphics, multimedia components appropriate for viewers & enhance site	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: Graphics are related to Agriculture and not overly abundant. This will help with loading time on slower computers, making it more user friendly.
Uniqueness Creative contribution to learning Primary sources are included *Adds to current info available	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site has many good articles for producers and educators on sustainable agriculture. It does not have a lot of flash graphics to keep the students’ attention.
Applicable to SD Standards Directly relates to SD Standards Relevant to student’s edu level	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: Meets the education level for high school students.
Interactivity & Related Security Encourages viewer interactivity to enhance edu value Encryption available for sharing confidential info online	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: Encryption is not used but there is not any private information being exchanged at this site. Lacking in viewer interactivity.
Disability Access Site is “Bobby approved” (hyperlink tags, alternative text for graphics, clear labels, large fonts, logical layout, toolbar placement…) Refer to: http://cast.org/bobby/	2-Meets all criteria -Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site is “Bobby approved”! It passed Priority 1 level.
Multimedia E-mail communication available to/fro site for feedback Feedback, student assessments	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: E-mail communication and feedback buttons are included at the end of this site.
Total Score: 15-16 Excellent 13-14 Adaptable 11-12 Teacher reference only 10 or less DELETE	Total Received: Excellent Adaptable Teacher reference DELETE

URL: http://www.webdirectory.com Web Site Title: WebDirectory

Web Site Author(s)/ Sponsor: Amazing Environmental Organization

Targeted Grade: 9-12 Content Areas(s): Agriculture and Science

SD Grade Level Standard(s) the site addresses:

9-12 Science

Primary Use (Bold ): Classroom teaching resource Student resource Professional development Other:

Description of Educational Value(>100 words)

Teachers and students can use this site to research current information on Agriculture Issues.

Web Portal Criteria Strengths/ Weaknesses (>100 words)

Criteria Description	Rank/ Comments (Bold selected rank; add your comments)
Documentation & Credibility Source(s) of info stated Credible authors/ sponsor Person/ address available to contact Citations to credible sources adequate links w/i & w/o site.	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site is a search engine on environmental issues. It also lists other search engines that students could use.
Content Current, complete, accurate, reliable useful content Consistent w/ site theme *Encourages further exploration	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site has many sites with additional sites and information linked to them. Many articles are agriculture related and useful.
Ease of Use User friendly Graphics, multimedia components appropriate for viewers & enhance site	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site is very user friendly and easy to get around in.
Uniqueness Creative contribution to learning Primary sources are included *Adds to current info available	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site has many good articles for students and educators on ecological issues. It will be a great help to students researching for papers.
Applicable to SD Standards Directly relates to SD Standards Relevant to student’s edu level	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: Meets the education level for high school students.
Interactivity & Related Security Encourages viewer interactivity to enhance edu value Encryption available for sharing confidential info online	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments Viewer interactivity is possible through an Environmental Bulletin Board where people can exchange messages.
Disability Access Site is “Bobby approved” (hyperlink tags, alternative text for graphics, clear labels, large fonts, logical layout, toolbar placement…) Refer to: http://cast.org/bobby/	2-Meets all criteria -Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site is NOT “Bobby approved”! It failed Priority 1 level.
Multimedia E-mail communication available to/fro site for feedback Feedback, student assessments	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: Feedback from the site and through the bulletin board is readily available.
Total Score: 15-16 Excellent 13-14 Adaptable 11-12 Teacher reference only 10 or less DELETE	Total Received: Excellent Adaptable Teacher reference DELETE

URL: http://www.nalusda.gov/services.htm Web Site Title: National Agriculture Library

Web Site Author(s)/ Sponsor: National Agriculture Library

Targeted Grade: 9-12 Content Areas(s): Agriculture and Science

SD Grade Level Standard(s) the site addresses:

9-12 Science

Primary Use (Bold ): Classroom teaching resource Student resource Professional development Other:

Description of Educational Value(>100 words)

Teachers and students can use this site to research current information on Agriculture Issues.

Web Portal Criteria Strengths/ Weaknesses (>100 words)

Criteria Description	Rank/ Comments (Bold selected rank; add your comments)
Documentation & Credibility Source(s) of info stated Credible authors/ sponsor Person/ address available to contact Citations to credible sources adequate links w/i & w/o site.	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: The links and sources for this site are government agencies and seem very credible. Help and contact information is readily available.
Content Current, complete, accurate, reliable useful content Consistent w/ site theme *Encourages further exploration	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: All articles seem to be agriculture related and useful. More information to support articles is usually available.
Ease of Use User friendly Graphics, multimedia components appropriate for viewers & enhance site	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site is very easy to get around in and pictures are kept to a minimum.
Uniqueness Creative contribution to learning Primary sources are included *Adds to current info available	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site has many good articles for producers and educators on production agriculture.
Applicable to SD Standards Directly relates to SD Standards Relevant to student’s edu level	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: Meets the education level for high school students.
Interactivity & Related Security Encourages viewer interactivity to enhance edu value Encryption available for sharing confidential info online	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: Encryption is not used but there is not any private information being exchanged at this site. It lacks some interactivity to keep the attention of students but it has good information for research papers.
Disability Access Site is “Bobby approved” (hyperlink tags, alternative text for graphics, clear labels, large fonts, logical layout, toolbar placement…) Refer to: http://cast.org/bobby/	2-Meets all criteria -Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site is not “Bobby approved”. It did not pass Priority 1 level. I still believe it is very valuable to students and teachers.
Multimedia E-mail communication available to/fro site for feedback Feedback, student assessments	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: Feedback buttons are included on most pages at this site.
Total Score: 15-16 Excellent 13-14 Adaptable 11-12 Teacher reference only 10 or less DELETE	Total Received: Excellent Adaptable Teacher reference DELETE

URL: http://www.fws.gov Web Site Title: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Web Site Author(s)/ Sponsor: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Targeted Grade: 9-12 Content Areas(s): Agriculture and Science

SD Grade Level Standard(s) the site addresses:

9-12 Science

Primary Use (Bold ): Classroom teaching resource Student resource Professional development Other:

Description of Educational Value(>100 words)

Teachers and students can use this site to research current information on Agriculture Issues.

Web Portal Criteria Strengths/ Weaknesses (>100 words)

Criteria Description	Rank/ Comments (Bold selected rank; add your comments)
Documentation & Credibility Source(s) of info stated Credible authors/ sponsor Person/ address available to contact Citations to credible sources adequate links w/i & w/o site.	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: The links and sources for this site are government agencies and seem very credible. Sources are also available.
Content Current, complete, accurate, reliable useful content Consistent w/ site theme *Encourages further exploration	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site has many articles with additional sites and information linked to them. The pictures add excitement to the exploration.
Ease of Use User friendly Graphics, multimedia components appropriate for viewers & enhance site	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: Graphics are related to the subjects presented and not overly abundant. This will help with loading time on slower computers, making it more user friendly.
Uniqueness Creative contribution to learning Primary sources are included *Adds to current info available	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site uses creative methods to peak your interest in their articles.
Applicable to SD Standards Directly relates to SD Standards Relevant to student’s edu level	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: Meets the education level for high school students.
Interactivity & Related Security Encourages viewer interactivity to enhance edu value Encryption available for sharing confidential info online	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: Encryption is not used but there is not any private information being exchanged at this site.
Disability Access Site is “Bobby approved” (hyperlink tags, alternative text for graphics, clear labels, large fonts, logical layout, toolbar placement…) Refer to: http://cast.org/bobby/	2-Meets all criteria -Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: This site is “Bobby approved”! It passed Priority 1 level. It is very easy to get around in this web site and the labels are clearly marked.
Multimedia E-mail communication available to/fro site for feedback Feedback, student assessments	2-Meets all criteria 1-Lacks some criteria 0-Not acceptable Comments: E-mail communication and feedback buttons are included on most pages at this site. Feedback is not readily available.
Total Score: 15-16 Excellent 13-14 Adaptable 11-12 Teacher reference only 10 or less DELETE	Total Received: Excellent Adaptable Teacher reference DELETE