Technology Integration in Social Sciences Teach About the Past … Reach for the Stars of the Future Copyright © 2004 The George Lucas Educational Foundation

 Technology is the environment of our children.  Technology is in their homes and around their neighborhoods.  Children see technology as a natural part of their lives. Why Integrate Technology?

21st Century Skills  Personal and social responsibility  Planning, critical thinking, reasoning, and creativity  Strong communication skills  Cross-cultural understanding  Visualizing and decision-making  Knowing how and when to use technology

Student – Teacher Roles  Student as learner  Student as teacher  Teacher as learner  Teacher as mentor and guide

Technology & Collaboration

What is Technology Integration?  The Curriculum  Hardware  Software  The Internet

Technology Integration Provides...  Access to primary source material  Methods of collecting and recording data  Storage of images, sound, and text  Training for publishing and presenting

Let Technology Integration Begin!

 What do you think of when you hear the words “technology integration in Social Sciences”? Read Geo-Literacy Forging New Ground Visit Mayas, Aztecs, and Indian CivilizationsMayas, Aztecs, and Indian Civilizations  How was technology integrated?  What steps can you take to integrate technology into your teaching environment? Activities

 What opportunities can you give your students to use technology in Social Sciences?  What hardware and software applications are available to you and your students?  What challenges do your foresee for your situation? Activities