I think webcams are cool – an interesting way to allow access to remote sights. Here is a recent project (South Middle School in Grand Forks) employing a webcam to chronicle the process of chicks hatching. Not a remote or dangergous process in this case, but an opportunity not every teacher (e.g., biology) is willing to provide.
From the size of the chicks, I am guessing the site will be available for only a few more days. Look for the link under “What’s new at GFPS“.