Interactive+Technology

Technology Portfolio The following list includes technology tools for classroom use. The red link is a classroom sample of how the technology tool can be used in the classroom while the black link will take you directly to the site

[|Classroom Twitter] Class Meet Use this tool to hold classroom discussion forums, reading forums, pre-reading/writing

[|Wall Wisher] Post it note activities for discussion [|Slide Rocket] Useful for presentations, possibly Graduation Project [|Prezi] Useful for presentations [|Animoto] [] a. videos b. previews c. topic summaries

Wikispaces http://www.wikispaces.com/ a. Embeddable files b. RSS feeds c. Interactive live features d. Living classroom

Cartoons []

Surveymonkey [] a. Anticipation guides b. Interest inventories c. Parent/student surveys

Poll Everywhere [] a. Bellringers b. Warm-ups c. M/C prep

[|Teacher website] [] a. Quiz feature b. Aggreggate summaries c. Online Scoring d. Blogs e. Discussion Boards f. Puzzles

[|Freerice] [] a. Language feature b. Grammar option c. Science d. Social Studies e. Math f. English g. Foreign Language

Xtranormal [] a. Teacher graphic b. Student graphic

Power Point a. integrate videos b. Links c. Interactive Material

Classtools.net [] a. Vocabulary Practice b. Countdown Timer c. Random student selection

[|Wordle] - [] a. Writing, adjectives lesson b. Word clouds c. Common concepts

[|Net Trekker] [] a. Interactive features b. Online quizzes c. Visual features

[|Donors Choose] [] a. Free stuff!!!! b. What else matters?

RSS Feeds [] a. Word of the day b. Quote of the day c. Weather d. Fun facts e. News streams

Music a. E-Z Tracks [] b. [|Wiki] []

Glogster.edu [] a. Posters b. Videos

[|Quizlet.com] [] a. Flashcards b. Online quiz feature

[|Discovery Education] [] a. Interactive lesson b. Online quiz feature c. Video integration

SMARTBoard: Files are too large to load. Please see me for template instruction.

[|PBS.org] [] a. Interactive lessons b. Supplemental videos c. Current events Power Point Games []. The application of this technology resource applies to the game of Jeopardy. The interactive feature allows for an engaging review of key concepts that engages the entire class through carefully crafted questions, albeit those who are answering questions or those who are observing the action. Another application of this 21st century technology skill involves having students use inquiry-based learning to generate questions and explore answers. The Jeopardy game reverses the questioning process and celebrates the questioning process. This is applicable to EOC English I review, literature exploration, and research methods and practices for seniors. Differentiation is achieved through a diverse process, higher order thinking skills, student choice in question selection, and multiple intelligences. Furthermore, mixed-media is supported through video and art links.
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UNCW Educational Games []. The game of Guess Louie embraces discovery through language, visual spatial concepts, natural, science and global awareness through interpersonal awareness and choice. This tool of technology supports the learner through the review of informational text. Informational text is considered valuable for all learners and is particularly valuable in post-secondary studies. This format ties with my students across multiple levels in a multi-dimensional format. Furthermore, the link provides scaffolding for learning through problem-solving activities to foster success in standardized testing venues such as the EOC, SAT, and ACT.

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Online Parade of Games []. The trivia games offered through this website encourage attention to details that allows students to apply concepts across a variety of subjects. Vocabulary support is fostered through the opportunity to provide an explanation and look for the origin of the word. This is also applicable for emerging learners who struggle with figurative language. The game provides an opportunity to practice idioms and their origins. Another benefit occurs through language origin in the study of the Anglo-Saxon and medieval period in support of project based learning.=====

4Teachers – Teach With Technology (K-12) [|http://www.4teachers.org].

The poster and web worksheet option are meaningful for instructional purposes as well as for student-directed learning opportunities. The posters allow emerging and second-language learners to express meaning through visuals and limited text while fostering 21st century skills. Furthermore, student meaning is enriched through mixed-media. The web worksheet is a wonderful avenue for the exploration of informational text through inquiry based learning. Both methods support higher order thinking skills through student choice and control and embrace diversity of approach as students teach each other through technology. Another benefit is the ability to share media through embedded formats on the class wiki in support of the class portfolio and the social aspect of affirmed learning.
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 * 4Teachers – Teach With Technology (K-12) [|http://www.4teachers.org].

Video: [] The video option supports multiple intelligences as students teach others in an inquiry-based learning opportunity. Multi-media presentations can be used by both the teacher and the learner. Music, art, language, interpersonal and intrapersonal intelligences are supported through the ability to apply meaningful material selection to a visual format. Consequently, higher order thinking skills are used as student move based observation of facts to analyzing, synthesizing and evaluating. Through 21st century technology, students learn by teaching others through a differentiation of process.

Sheppard Software [|http://www.sheppardsoftware.com] Games from Elementary to High School SAT Prep [] Sheppard Software is a valuable resource for both vocabulary and writing support. Students are offered another choice that supports vocabulary and writing in a format that allows flexible pacing and second chances for learning. Consequently, this site affords the option to move at a meaningful learning pace without social conflict. The hybrid learner is nurtured through a move toward academic vocabulary that may not be present at home. This authentic activity is foundational for writing success and comprehension. This method of differentiation of process is meaningful for standardized testing as well as oral and written expression. Furthermore, reading comprehension is supported through vocabulary and the ability to write about literature.

Crossword puzzles are offered as another process for language acquisition and mastery. Students are able to generate crossword puzzles in addition to teacher generated material. This process engages the learner in diverse levels of depth of processing. It also allows support of project based learning and inquiry as thematic connections are made across multiple genres. Topic and concept support are provided for all levels, particularly lower level, second language learners, and advanced learners.
 * Sheppard Software [|http://www.sheppardsoftware.com]
 * Games from Elementary to High School
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National Gallery of Art [|www.nga.gov/kids/kids.htm]. Lessons that integrate the arts with learning expand the global learning experience for the student. This site links literature to the arts. It also fosters an interpretive environment whereby students have the choice of expression as they can write about art or understand the concept of illustrating a theme. Illustrations are used for mythology to demonstrate learning and to focus on both the extreme abilities and and/or limitations of gods. Literary periods are also connected to the historical periods such as the renaissance period. This art opportunity supports choice through depth of processing that celebrates interpretation in a non-print evaluation of curricular concepts.

Weekly Reader [] - Opportunities truly are endless on this site. It will be interesting to observe where students are drawn in through discovery and inquiry. This valuable resource has application for developing questioning skills through opinions and polls. In the spirit of choice and differentiation of process, students are able to create polls to consider the view of self and others to drive problem based learning. The learner may choose to explore educational games for grammar and comprehension and/or use current information in support of learning via instructional text in a self-paced format. As multiple choices are offered with a variety of processes, the learner can tailor his/her educational experience to suit interest level, process, and needs.

Time for Kids [] This periodical format engages the learner through informational text using 21st century technology skills. Through inquiry-based learning, the learner is self-directed and can progress at a comfortable pace through a self-selected process. This site encourages the learner to develop skills without social constraints and limitations by offering a diverse approach through differentiation of process. Teaching with informational text links the curriculum to the classroom while creating scaffolded support for inquiry based learning and EOC preparation.

Graphic Organizer- [|Mind Meister] Curriki- [|www.curriki.org] Dilgo- [|www.dilgo.com] Edublogs- [|www.edublogs.org] Good Reads- [|www.goodreads.com] Google Reader- [|www.google,reader.com] Mindmeister- [|www.mindmeister.com] Bubbl.us- [|www.bubbl.us.com] Ning- [|www.ning.com] Our Story – [|www.ourstory.com] Partnership for 21st Century Skills- [|www.21stcenturyskills.org] Primary Access- [|www.primaryaccess.org] RezED- [|www.rezed.org] Second Life: [|www.secondlife.com] Simply Box- [|www.simplybox.com] (this one didn’t work for me) Skype- [|www.skype.com] SOS for Information Literacy- [|www.information.literacy.org] Teacher Tube- [|www.teachertube.com] Twitter: [|www.twitter.com] Voicethread- [|www.voicethread.com] or [|www.ed.voicethread.com] Wikispaces- www.wikispaces.com Wordle- [|www.wordle.net] Zoho- [|www.zoho.com] Voxy-[| http://voxy.com/] Tagxedo- [] Bookbuilder-[] Writing Fun- [] Zooburst- []