With WISE teachers select from several dozen projects for grades 5-12 that are meant to be integrated into the existing curriculum. In the projects students examine real world evidence on current topics such as recycling, climate change, genetics, hybrid cars, etc. Each project is about one week in length. From either school or home, students use a web browser to take notes, discuss theories, and organize their arguments. Features a teacher's area lets you explore new projects and grade your students' work on the Web. WISE is completely free.