1. Educational Technology Tools and Resources Applications for the Classroom Created by Tamara Westberg

2. Presentation Objectives Identify technological tools and resources that can be used in the classroom. Gain knowledge about how these tools and resources can be used during instruction. Determine how each tool or resource might fit the needs of students.

3. Types of Tools and Resources Basic Software Software Support Tools Social Learning Resources

4. Basic Software Word Processing Spreadsheet Presentation

5. Word Processing Microsoft Word Produce typed documents on a computer screen Create documents consisting of pages of text and graphics Student compositions, poetry, reports, flyers simple newsletters, letters, etc.

6. Word Processing Saves time; make changes easily Enhances document appearance Allows sharing of documents Better quality & greater quantity of writing Fewer mechanical errors Better attitude toward writing Supports learning of the writing process

7. Spreadsheet Microsoft Excel Organize displays of information and manipulate numerical data Visualize changes in numbers Store and analyze data Create visual teaching demonstrations Create timelines, charts, and graphs

8. Spreadsheet Supports math problem solving Use to ask “what if” questions Saves time; allows quick calculations Increase motivation to work with math Encourages logical thinking Supports organizational skills

9. Presentation Microsoft PowerPoint Display information including text, images, audio, and video Organizes thinking about a topic Enhances impact of spoken information Present summaries, demonstration of materials, tutorials, book reports, project presentations, etc. Allows collaboration on presentations

10. Software Support Tools Materials generators Data collection and analysis tools Graphics tools Planning and organizing tools Research and reference tools Content area tools

11. Material Generators Produce materials on paper and online Desktop publishing, web design, whiteboard activities, tests, rubrics, worksheets, puzzles, IEPs, graphic documents, PDFs,and forms

12. Desktop Publishing Microsoft Publisher, Adobe Pagemaker Create documents as separate pages that are then linked together Produce flyers, reports, posters, brochures, newsletters, handouts, magazines and books Students can publish their own work Increase student interest in writing Use in small group collaboration

13. Interactive Whiteboards Electronic version of a regular whiteboard ActivBoard® and SMART Board® Teacher led presentations, activities and demonstrations Student practice and demonstrations Assessments Polling

14. Data Collection and Analysis Tools Organize information that indicates student progress Database software, electronic gradebooks, statistical packages, online survey tools, student information systems, computer based testing systems, and students response systems or clickers

15. Graphics Tools Allows manipulation of images to illustrate documents and web pages Draw/Paint Programs  Create graphics to insert into documents or web pages; Kid Pix, Adobe Illustrator Image Editing  Enhance and format photos that are then imported into desktop publishing systems or web pages; Adobe Photoshop, Motivator, ImageChef, Image Blender

16. Graphics Tools Charting/Graphing  Draw and print charts or graphs; SmartDraw Media Collections  Clip Art, Photo, Animation, Sound, Video, and Font Collections found on the Internet  Use to enhance presentations or written documents

17. Planning and Organizing Tools Help teachers and students conceptualize, organize, and communicate their ideas. Outlining Tools and Concept Mapping Software; Kidspiration, Inspiration Lesson Planning Software Scheduling, Calendar, and Time Management Tools

18. Research and Reference Tools Let students look up information in electronic versions Encyclopedias Atlases and Mapping Tools Dictionaries and Thesauruses Digital Public Library

19. Content Area Tools Supports teaching and learning in various content areas

20. Reading Determine student reading level (Calculate word count, average word length, number of sentences, etc.) Cloze Software Interactive/electronic Storybooks  English & Spanish Track student reading skills; Accelerated Reader

21. Reading Raz Kids offers a full curriculum of reading lessons presented as mini online books for a wide range of ages and teachers can monitor student progress Starfall teaches young children to read with phonics via online games and interactive books

22. Spelling, Grammar & Vocabulary Spelling City offers vocabulary, spelling, writing, parts of speech, handwriting, and alphabetical order games Membean individualized vocabulary program NoRedlnk customizable grammar practice VocabAhead with lots of options & quizzes (web-based & app) Tap to Learn grammar practice game app

23. Writing ReadWriteThink provides many interactive tools to help students learn about language, organize thoughts, show creativity, practice critical thinking, and much more Stationary Studio used to practice handwriting and write letters

24. Keyboarding Type to Learn for 3 rd grade Typing Web for practice and tracking Dance Mat for all ages Fix the Keyboard for learning key location Key Hero has no log in and can save Typing Test from simple to hard E-learning for Kids had fun games

25. Math Khan Academy provides a collection of lectures and quizes DigitWhiz is a program for ages 8+ aligned to CCSS Numberphile provides video collections on numbers, math laws, and other number related concepts. Cool Math provides a collection of games First in Math teaches kids basic skills through games CarrotSticks has a wide range of learning games

26. Multiuse FunBrain has a great collection of educational games for math and reading BrainPOP and BrainPOP Jr. creates animated circular content in several subject areas that engages students and supports teachers. It also has an educational game portal for the classroom.

27. Multiuse YouTube – Some excellent content can be found here including educational videos Alternatives to YouTube:  School Tube  Teacher Tube  Teachers tv  Next Vista  Academic Earth  Snag Films

28. Social Learning These tools use social media to help students learn and teachers connect. Edmodo offers a Facebook type environment where classes can connect online EduBlogs offers a safe place for teachers and students to connect and share work twiducate allows teachers and students to communicate

29. Social Learning Schoology is a site where teachers can manage lesson, engage students, share content and connect with other educators Quora can be used to engage students after class OpenStudy encourages students to work together to learn class material ePals is able to connect students anywhere to help them learn languages and understand different cultures

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