Technology Integration

I have a site that I created for teacher resource help - maybe it might be of help to some of you.
http://www.nccsc.k12.in.us/tjackson

And thanks to rest of you for some great ideas!

Students are familiar with technology and teachers should be also. Technolody is the new way of life. As teachers we can benifit by the use of technology. Lesson plans can be done by powerpoint. It makes grading and planning easier and more efficient. Students use technology everyday and as teachers we need to have knowledge about technology. Technology can be used as a learning tool and a social tool. I am very excited to use different technology tools in my classroom this year.

I teach 5th grade reading in Texas.  I am being asked to use technology more this year...what ideas do you have for reading/vocabulary/word work?  I plan to be using a system where the kids will have "choice time"...5-10 kiddos will be sharing 5 computers for a 20-30 minute time period while I work with small groups or individuals...I see lots of great science and math sites, but not as many for language arts/reading.  Thank you in advance for the advice!

Hi Liz, There's so much you can do with reading & tech. Here are a few ideas: 1.Here is one site dedicated to integrating tech & literacy instruction. http://www.internet4classrooms.com/lang_elem.htm 2.  Students can read online books and create their own. They can add pictures, text, and backgrounds.The third link also has audio books you can download (perfect for centers!). http://www.biguniverse.com/http://www.mylittlebookproject.com/http://www.booksshouldbefree.com/ 3. There are also websites that reinforce different topics.Here are some worth checking out.  readwritethink.org. -They have tons of ideas and resources for teaching literacy. http://www.readwritethink.org/files/resources/interactives/idioms/http://www.readwritethink.org/classroom-resources/student-interactives/ Interactive Literacy Games (Spelling, Crosswords) http://www.tki.org.nz/r/wick_ed/interactives/literacy.phphttp://www.learningtoday.com/corporate/reading-games.asphttp://www.sheppardsoftware.com/grammar/adjectives.htmhttp://www.spellingcity.com/speedySpeller-spelling-game.html?listId=1366800http://blog.learningtoday.com/blog/bid/27994/Stage-Right-Story-Making-Re...http://www.grammaropolis.com/http://www.sadlier-oxford.com/phonics/crstcast/crstcastle.htmhttp://techlearning20.blogspot.com/2010/06/more-innovative-grammar-and-w... 4. You can also have students create stories or explain grammar/language concepts by using different Web 2.0 tools. Some examples of these tools include Voki, where students can create their own avatar and use recordings of their voice, Animoto.com, where students can create presentations with different animations and background
music. These programs are all available online and are free when you create an
educator’s account. Let me know how these resources work out for you.   

Thank you...those resources look wonderful. I can't wait to try them!

It must be tough to lose access to technology. We've found success in this inexpensive whiteboard solution (http://johnnylee.net/projects/wii/). If you have some type of projection system (laptop with projector), this could be your solution for around $100.

I have used the free ClassJump http://classjump.com for the two schools I taught at. It is easy to use the components and very intuitive. Good luck!

Hi Elvira
thanks for our alacrity to address my students on skype .but unfortunately our classrooms are not yet wired.you know my schoolers would appreciate this idea,so let's keep this potential in mind in case things get improved.As for your project on world cultures,i'm ready to collaborate if need be.
all the best

One place to start that I found really cool is:
http://www.microsoft.com/education/teachers/guides/freetools.aspx- download the free tools guide.
It has so many neat examples that will give you inspiration on how you can incorporate the best technology for your lesson and students...

www.photosynth.net- awesome for science, gepgraphy, history etc to really feel like you are there- travel the world in your classroom!

Windows Live Movie Maker: Make your classroom lessons even more memorable with a movie. Windows Live Movie Maker is the fast, easy way to turn photos and video clips into great-looking movies and slide shows you can share in class or on the Web.

Have fun with all the tools out there!~

One place to start that I found really cool is:
http://www.microsoft.com/education/teachers/guides/freetools.aspx- download the free tools guide.
It has so many neat examples that will give you inspiration on how you can incorporate the best technology for your lesson and students...

www.photosynth.net- awesome for science, gepgraphy, history etc to really feel like you are there- travel the world in your classroom!

Windows Live Movie Maker: Make your classroom lessons even more memorable with a movie. Windows Live Movie Maker is the fast, easy way to turn photos and video clips into great-looking movies and slide shows you can share in class or on the Web.

Have fun with all the tools out there!~