TEACHER’S TECHNOLOGY HANDBOOK 1
Alyssa Reimold
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Teacher’s Technology Handbook
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Table of Contents Introduction .............................................................................................................................. 4 Microsoft Excel ......................................................................................................................... 6 Description .......................................................................................................................................... 6 Teacher Use ......................................................................................................................................... 6 Student Use of Excel in the Classroom ....................................................................................... 6 Research ............................................................................................................................................... 6 Examples & Tips ................................................................................................................................ 7 Resources .......................................................................................................................................... 10
Microsoft Word ..................................................................................................................... 11 Description ....................................................................................................................................... 11 Teacher Use ...................................................................................................................................... 11 Student Use of Word in the Classroom .................................................................................... 11 Examples & Tips ............................................................................................................................. 12 Resources .......................................................................................................................................... 17
Microsoft PowerPoint ......................................................................................................... 18 Description ....................................................................................................................................... 18 Teacher Use ...................................................................................................................................... 18 Student Use of PowerPoint in the Classroom ....................................................................... 18 Examples & Tips ............................................................................................................................. 18 Resources .......................................................................................................................................... 19
Glogster .................................................................................................................................... 20 Description ....................................................................................................................................... 20 Teacher Use ...................................................................................................................................... 20 Student Use of Glogster in the Classroom .............................................................................. 20 Research ............................................................................................................................................ 20 Examples & Tips ............................................................................................................................. 21 Resources .......................................................................................................................................... 22
Edublogs .................................................................................................................................. 23 Description ....................................................................................................................................... 23 Teacher Use ...................................................................................................................................... 23 Student Use of Edublogs in the Classroom ............................................................................. 23 Research ............................................................................................................................................ 24 Examples & Tips ............................................................................................................................. 24 Resources .......................................................................................................................................... 25
Wikispaces .............................................................................................................................. 26 Description ....................................................................................................................................... 26 Teacher Use ...................................................................................................................................... 26 Student Use of Wikispaces in the Classroom ........................................................................ 26 Research ............................................................................................................................................ 26 Examples & Tips ............................................................................................................................. 27 Resources .......................................................................................................................................... 28
Twitter ..................................................................................................................................... 29 Description ....................................................................................................................................... 29
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TEACHER’S TECHNOLOGY HANDBOOK 3 Teacher Use ...................................................................................................................................... 29 Student Use of Twitter in the Classroom ................................................................................ 29 Research ............................................................................................................................................ 29 Examples & Tips ............................................................................................................................. 30 Resources .......................................................................................................................................... 30
GIMP .......................................................................................................................................... 31 Description ....................................................................................................................................... 31 Teacher Use ...................................................................................................................................... 31 Student Use of GIMP in the Classroom .................................................................................... 31 Research ............................................................................................................................................ 31 Examples & Tips ............................................................................................................................. 32 Resources .......................................................................................................................................... 32
Prezi .......................................................................................................................................... 33 Description ....................................................................................................................................... 33 Teacher Use ...................................................................................................................................... 33 Student Use of Prezi in the Classroom .................................................................................... 33 Research ............................................................................................................................................ 33 Examples & Tips ............................................................................................................................. 33 Resources .......................................................................................................................................... 34
References .............................................................................................................................. 35
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This handbook is a resource for any teacher interested in integrating technology
into the classroom. Not only does this handbook present step-‐by-‐step instructions on
how to do specific tasks within programs, it also provides links and further resources for
more in-‐depth information. Throughout the handbook, you will see links to many
website resources and video tutorials that will provide more detailed information on
tools and specifics for each program. Each section includes connections to each
curriculum area that will supply you with ideas to bring back to your classroom.
As we move forward into the 21st century, technology is now part of our
everyday lives. Just about 15 years ago the Internet became a household term, and now
we can’t leave the house without some form of technology in hand.
With the emergence of the Information Age came the development of a new
learner. Today’s learner processes much more quickly, as they are daily saturated in
instant information. Society has taught these learners to analyze visuals and
information without even realizing it. Images play a major role in understanding today’s
multi-‐media world, and thus make us a product of visual culture. Today, it is the
teacher’s duty to foster a visual literacy rather than just a linguistic literacy (Bamford,
2003).
However, the fact that students are growing up with technology doesn’t
necessarily mean they automatically know how to use it effectively. In order for
students to fully comprehend technology in the realm of visual literacy, they have to be
INTRODUCTION
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TEACHER’S TECHNOLOGY HANDBOOK 5 taught explicitly (Bamford, 2003). Teachers need to be cautious of using technology for
technology’s sake. Technology should be integrated with purpose in the classroom.
The goal of this handbook is to assist educators with integrating technology in
the classroom with purpose. I hope you find it a useful resource.
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DESCRIPTION:
Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet application that displays and manipulates data.
The application has cells in which the user can input data. The data can be
adjusted with the inputting of formulas into the cells. Teachers can use it to
create projects that need computation and/or to create various types of
graphs.
TEACHER USE: ⇒ Grade book ⇒ Classroom data ⇒ Seating charts ⇒ Schedules ⇒ Rubrics ⇒ Student contact database ⇒ Graphic Organizers
STUDENT USE OF EXCEL IN THE CLASSROOM: ⇒ Health/P.E
o Health calculator www.exceltemplates.net/category/health/
⇒ All Subjects o Excel Poster
t4.jordan.k12.ut.us/professional_development/Excel/excelfiles/Excel_Posters.pdf
⇒ Social Studies/History o Create a Time line Using Microsoft Excel
www.microsoft.com/education/en-‐us/teachers/how-‐to/Pages/timeline.aspx
⇒ Science o Hot Thermometer Charts in Excel
chandoo.org/wp/2008/06/26/thermometer-‐charts-‐in-‐excel-‐howto/ ⇒ Math
o Excel Activities www.northcanton.sparcc.org/~technology/excel/
MICROSOFT EXCEL
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RESEARCH • “Excel helps students study and understand relationships between numbers
and sets of data, and see how the same information can be represented with different visuals and graphs” (Teachnology, inc., 2011)
• “Students can use Excel to convert spreadsheets into webpages, and to share
projects with other people” (Teachnology, inc., 2011).
• “The powerful spreadsheet offers endless applications for mathematics students. The grid format helps students understand mathematical concepts including number sense, counting, multiplication, fractions, and decimals. The visual impact of color and pattern help learning as they focus attention and make correction at a glance possible. A spreadsheet can also generate charts, help students learn to write and generalize formulas, and it can make calculations so that students focus on problem solving” (Lewis, 2002).
EXAMPLES & TIPS:
This is an example of a grade book that shows student numbers, names, projects,
total points, averages, and a final grade. The total points, averages, and grades were
calculated by formulas inserted in the cells that assist in the calculations.
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These are some examples of Microsoft Excel functions. The following will give you
an explanation and examples in the form of images or outside sources.
Below is an example of Excel’s graph function. The data on the left was used in
order to create a graph of that data. The graph shows a visual representation of the
distribution of grades in a classroom.
In order to make a graph you will need data. First highlight your data. Next go to
“Charts” and select the graph option you would prefer. For more information on
creating graphs in Excel 2010 go to: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLW1A7j7r3Y
(Ndigilabs, 2010).
EXCEL GRAPH FUNCTION
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TEACHER’S TECHNOLOGY HANDBOOK 9 SUM =SUM(cell,cell) or =SUM(cell:cell) This function helps you automatically add up cells.
=Sum(A6,B6)
This formula will add up cells A6 and B6 (if the data is in row 6 on the left hand side of the spreadsheet). =SUM(A6:C6)
This formula lets you add up a range of cells from the A6:C6 will add up the cells from A6 through cell C6. The colon symbol “:” indicates the range.
MULTIPLICATION =cell*cell This function helps you automatically multiply cells.
=A6*B6
This formula lets you multiply cells together. In order to get the asterisk symbol to multiply cells you need to hold down shift+8.
DIVISION =cell/cell
=A6/B6
This formula lets you divide one cell from another cell. In order to get the division symbol you need to use the backslash “ / “
MAX =MAX(cell:cell) This function helps you find the maximum value within a cell range.
=MAX(A6:D6)
This formula lets you find the max value in a range of cells. The above formula will show the max value in the range of cells A6 through cell D6.
MIN =MIN(cell:cell) This function helps you find the minimum value within a cell range.
=MAX(A6:A6)
This formula lets you find the minimum value in a range of cells. The above formula will show the min value in the range of cells A6 through cell D6.
AVERAGE =AVERAGE(cell,cell) or =AVERAGE(cel:cell) This function helps you find the average value between two cells or a range of cells.
=AVERAGE(A6,B6)
This formula will show the average of cell A6 and B6. =AVERAGE(A6:D6)
BASIC EXCEL FUNCTIONS
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This formula lets you average a range of cells. The example shows the formula to average cells A6 through D6.
RESOURCES: ⇒ Basic Excel 2010 Spreadsheet Tutorial
spreadsheets.about.com/od/excelformulas/ss/2010-‐12-‐25-‐excel-‐2010-‐basic-‐tutorial-‐pt1.htm
⇒ Basic Excel Tutorial people.usd.edu/~bwjames/tut/excel/index.html
⇒ Excel Workbooks to Download www.internet4classrooms.com/technology_tutorials/excel_workbook_files_excel_topics_technology_tutorials.htm
⇒ Classroom Spreadsheet Excel Activities library.thinkquest.org/J0110054/Classroom_Activities.html
⇒ Excel Downloads: Classroom Activities www.teacher2teacher.com/index.php?loc=excel
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DESCRIPTION:
Microsoft Word is a word processing application. Teachers mostly use this
application for letters, project/assignment sheets, and for simple word processing.
It is one of the most widely used programs in K-‐12 education both for teacher
resources and as a supplement for teaching.
TEACHER USE: ⇒ Handouts/Project Sheets/Word Processing ⇒ Microsoft Templates
office.microsoft.com/en-‐us/templates/results.aspx?qu=calendars&origin=TC030003907
o Calendars, brochures, signs, parent letters, newsletters, mail merge, graphic organizers
⇒ Word 2010: Mail Merge www.youtube.com/watch?v=UusH-‐4DvFaw
⇒ How to make a website using Microsoft Word www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IQ2xGn40ME
Microsoft has made it very easy to create the above resources through pre-‐made
templates. Check out Microsoft’s free templates at: office.microsoft.com/en-‐
us/templates/CT010281918.aspx?stt=1 (Microsoft Corporation, 2011).
STUDENT USE OF WORD IN THE CLASSROOM: ⇒ All Subjects o How to Make a Brochure
www.edzone.net/~mwestern/tutorials/makeabrochure.pdf o Creating a webpage
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IQ2xGn40ME o Visual Aides o Articles/Papers (word processing)
⇒ Math o What’s new in Word: Equation writing features
office.microsoft.com/en-‐us/word-‐help/what-‐s-‐new-‐in-‐word-‐for-‐students-‐teachers-‐and-‐professors-‐HA010200498.aspx
MICROSOFT WORD
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EXAMPLES & TIPS:
These are some examples of Microsoft Word functions. The following will give you
an explanation and examples in the form of images and outside sources.
Mail Merge is a process that assists in mass authenticating documents. When you go
through the process of a mail merge you can add personalized information to
documents such as; mailing addresses, names, and other personalized information.
This process can be helpful when creating parent letters and mailing labels. In order
to do this process you must use Excel and Word in conjunction with one another.
The form/document will take information from a table in Excel.
A form letter is a letter written from a template. Word includes templates for many
different types of form letters. In order to learn how to create a form letter in Word
visit: www.youtube.com/watch?v=UusH-‐4DvFaw (Gcflearnfree, 2011).
Below is an example of what a form letter looks like. This is a student progress
report letter that would be sent home to a parent. The personalized data such as
name, address, student’s name, grade, etc. will be linked from a list/table in excel.
The mail merge produces multiple versions of the same letter with personalized
information.
CREATING A FORM LETTER
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The highlighted areas above are the personalized mail merged sections that could automatically be inserted from Excel.
In order to create mailing labels in Microsoft Word you will need to have an Excel
worksheet of data. Below is an example of data that will be used for the data
merged mailing labels.
For more information on how to create mail merged mailing labels click here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=YWIbkxl8oLE&feature=fvwrel (eHowTech, 2009).
CREATING MAILING LABELS
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You can create a website in Microsoft Word very
easily. First, you will need web space, which you
can purchase at a number of different websites.
Microsoft Word can be a simple webpage editor
program. In order to start your webpage you will
want to plan the content of the webpage and also
start thinking about design. For more information
on how to make a website in Microsoft word view
the following video:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IQ2xGn40ME
(Griffith,2008).
CREATING MAILING LABELS
CREATING A WEBSITE
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Some simple design elements are as follows:
TEXT BOX If you want to place your own text boxes in your document you can go to Home > Text Box. You have the option of horizontal text or vertical text.
SHAPES If you want to place your own shapes in your document you can go to Home > Shape. You will have many options. You can use the shapes as borders for your text or accent shapes/design elements.
PICTURE If you want to place your own graphics/photos in your document you can go to Home > Picture. You will have options to input clip art or your own photo. Click on Picture from File in order to find a photo on your hard drive to use.
HYPERLINK If you want to hyperlink your documents to your website or make a link to other websites you will need to go to Insert > Hyperlink.
AUDIO/VIDEO If you want to insert video or audio in your website you can go to Insert > Video or Audio. Click on “Movie from File” or “Video from File”.
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ARRANGING TEXT/IMAGES If you want to control which objects are in front or in back of other objects you will hold on CTRL and click on the object. A box will appear. Choose arrange.
HTML OBJECTS If you want to place HTML objects on your website you can do so by going to Insert > HTML Objects. However, before using HTML Objects you will want to have some knowledge of how they work within your website. When you are done making your website remember to go to FILE > SAVE AS WEBPAGE.
FIND This function lets you search for an occurrence of a specific word or phrase.
EDIT > FIND In the find box enter the text you want to search for.
REPLACE This function lets you automatically replace text.
EDIT > REPLACE In the find box enter the text you want to search for and replace. In the “replace with” box enter the replacement text. Click “find next,” “replace” or “replace all.”
SPELL CHECK This function gives you the ability to check the spelling and grammar of your file document.
TOOLS > SPELLING&GRAMMAR
HYPERLINK Creates a shortcut that opens a document stored on a network. Once the hyperlinked is clicked it will take you to the stored document.
INSERT > HYPERLINK If you are planning on hyperlinking to a website you will want to copy the URL first. Next type in a word or phrase in your document. Highlight it and go to insert > Hyperlink and choose website. Paste the URL in the “Link to” field. Press OK.
BASIC MICROSOFT FUNCTIONS
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RESOURCES: ⇒ Basic Word Tutorials
www.internet4classrooms.com/technology_tutorials/basic_word_topics_technology_tutorials.htm
⇒ 10 Cool Ways to Use MS Word in Your classroom www.techlearning.com/article/6876
⇒ 60 Great Ways to Use MS Word in the Classroom www.slideshare.net/jeanettem1/60-‐great-‐ways-‐to-‐use-‐ms-‐word-‐in-‐the-‐classroom-‐1480277
⇒ Microsoft Templates office.microsoft.com/en-‐us/templates/
If you plan on hyperlinking to a document you will type a word or phrase in your document. Highlight it and go to insert > hyperlink, choose document. Choose the “select” button and find the document you would like to hyperlink to.
COMMENT Comments are used to insert review and markup notes. Comments can be inserted anywhere on the page.
INSERT > COMMENT Click in an area you want to comment on or you can highlight a section. Then go to insert > comment. A comment box will open and you can type in your comments.
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DESCRIPTION:
PowerPoint is a presentation program that was created by Microsoft.
PowerPoint is a full multimedia presentation tool that can integrate
graphics, sound, video, animation, and text to produce interactive
presentations.
TEACHER USE: ⇒ Duarte Design's Five Rules for Presentations
www.youtube.com/watch?v=hT9GGmundag ⇒ PowerPoint Games and Game Templates
people.uncw.edu/ertzbergerj/ppt_games.html ⇒ Slide shows of student work
www.cyberbee.com/powerpoint/ppstep.pdf ⇒ Tutorials
STUDENT USE OF POWERPOINT IN THE CLASSROOM: ⇒ Business/Marketing o Creating a New Business
teachers.net/lessons/posts/1101.html ⇒ Spanish o PowerPoint Presentations for Spanish Class
tpduggan.tripod.com/powerp.html ⇒ Science o Student PowerPoint Projects
mrscameronswiki.wikispaces.com/Student+PowerPoint+Projects ⇒ Art o Portfolios
EXAMPLES & TIPS: Below are examples of two types of PowerPoint presentations. One is created for
direct instruction of a concept, and the other is an example of an interactive game to
review content area concepts.
For more information on how to use basic PowerPoint functions click here: http://www.electricteacher.com/tutorial3.htm (Electricteacher, 2009).
MICROSOFT POWERPOINT
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The image below is an example of a game template.
RESOURCES: ⇒ Microsoft PowerPoint Tutorials www.electricteacher.com/tutorial3.htm
⇒ 12 Tips for Creating Better PowerPoint Presentations www.microsoft.com/atwork/skills/presentations.aspx
⇒ PowerPoint Games and Game Templates people.uncw.edu/ertzbergerj/ppt_games.html
⇒ Homemade PowerPoint Games it.coe.uga.edu/wwild/pptgames/
⇒ Links to PowerPoint Game Templates www.internet4classrooms.com/technology_tutorials/powerpoint_game_templates_technology_tutorials.htm
⇒ Elementary Presentations www.graves.k12.ky.us/powerpoints/elementary/
CREATING A PRESENTATION
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DESCRIPTION:
Glogster is another type of blogging tool, but it adds a twist.
The Glogster pools together text, images, video, audio and effects, compiling them
into a poster. These Glogs have related content on one poster. It is quick and easy to
use. You do not need to have any design experience and the Glogster team helps
you out with styles you can use to help get you started. The options lack advanced
options, which makes it an easy-‐to-‐use application. You can click and drag the
objects where you want to place them. You can also sign up for Edu-‐Glogster which
is specifically for the classroom. However, different accounts will cost extra. To start
your own glog visit: www.glogster.com
TEACHER USE: ⇒ Present concepts ⇒ Posters ⇒ Present lessons ⇒ Lesson plans ⇒ Classroom website
STUDENT USE OF GLOGSTER IN THE CLASSROOM: ⇒ All Subjects
o Demonstrate learning and present ideas ⇒ English/Language Arts
o Book Report (The Fallen) jsiple.edu.glogster.com/the-‐fallen-‐book-‐report/
o Famous person (Albert Einstein) deniseschoch.edu.glogster.com/schoch-‐journey-‐of-‐a-‐learner/
o Group 2 Storyboard group2storyboard.blogspot.com/2010/06/wikkis.html
o Sleepy Hollow jennerator.edu.glogster.com/false-‐1753/
o Fashion Design maivneng.glogster.com/glog/
GLOGSTER
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RESEARCH
• “Creating these online posters can definitely spark students’ creativity while turning potentially dull assignments into individually creative and highly visually-stimulating ones” (Web2teachingtools.com, 2009).
• “An interactive glog is a wonderful way for students to share their knowledge and can be used across the curriculum. Glogs can be used for book reports, math, science, social studies, language arts, poetry, and public service announcements – almost anything you can think of” (Web2teachingtools.com, 2009).
EXAMPLES & TIPS:
Below are examples of Glogs. The one on the left is an interactive project poster
created by a student, showing information about Easter Island. The example on the
right is one created by an elementary teacher. This Glog’s goal is to help students
learn simple math skills.
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The image on the left is the opening page to Glogster.com. To start your glog go to
“Create Account.” The Glog on the left is a quick how-‐to guide on getting started with
your new glog. For more information on how to get your glog started click here:
areimold.glogster.com/get-‐your-‐glog-‐on/ (Reimold, 2011).
RESOURCES: ⇒ Detailed Tutorial on Glogster EDU -‐ Online teaching and learning tool
www.youtube.com/watch?v=80NISdsoouE
CREATING A NEW GLOG
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DESCRIPTION:
Edublog is a widely used free blogging website, which allows teachers to
create blogs/websites to help in the sharing of ideas. Edublogs does not
allow adult content and also does not allow access to other blogs. It's accessible by
most schools and teachers can manage the blogs and all student functions. This is a
content management type blog that is set up similar to WordPress and Joomla.
Edublogs does a good job at giving you hints on how to create your blog. It takes
building one to fully understand how it works. It's different than a WYSIWYG (what
you see is what you get) interface. To start your own edublog visit:
www.edublog.org
TEACHER USE: ⇒ Share resources with students and colleagues ⇒ Facilitate online discussions ⇒ Use Edublogs as a classroom website ⇒ Digital assignment book ⇒ Get feedback ⇒ Clubs and/or classroom group ⇒ Highlight student work
STUDENT USE OF EDUBLOGS IN THE CLASSROOM: ⇒ English/Language Arts
o Blogging (story writing, portfolio, etc.) o Digital portfolios of collected work (papers) o Digital storytelling
⇒ Science o Documenting a process (experiment)
⇒ Art o Digital Portfolio of graphic/Art work
⇒ All subjects o Communicate with teacher and/or classmates o Share ideas o Comment on the work of peers o Collaborate with other students
EDUBLOGS
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RESEARCH • “Blogging allows students to create, publish, and share their thoughts. They
provide the opportunity for critical thinking and collaboration. This collaboration can be among the students in a particular classroom, in a particular school, or even another class somewhere else in the world” (Gooding, 2008).
• “Edublogs is an outstanding, well-designed, social media tool that is a must for all schools. Blogging is essential for sharing thoughts and achievements, updating assignments, and events. It is wonderful for group projects, e-portfolios, school newspapers, class websites, reflection journals, and much more” (Doe, 2011).
EXAMPLES & TIPS:
Below is the opening home page of Edublogs. Once you’re there click on the graphic
that says “free” to get started.
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If you want more information on how to start your own EDUBLOG click on the
following link: www.youtube.com/watch?v=3FIk653lvkk (EmergingEdTech, 2010).
RESOURCES: ⇒ Ten Ways To Use Your Edublog -‐-‐ Student blogs www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqQ03JWETd8&feature=related
CREATING AN EDUBLOG
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DESCRIPTION: Wikispaces is a simple website that allows for creating and
group editing of information. Wikspaces is one of the
largest wiki hosts. It allows a community to edit interlinked pages. The pages are
free for public use, and for a fee you can upgrade to have private wikis. Wikispaces
allows you to invite users to your wiki page in order to collaborate on shared
information. This is similar to a website except all wiki members have the same level
of access. Be aware that multiple members can edit the information so be mindful of
the information you post. To get started on your wiki visit: www.wikispaces.com
TEACHER USE: ⇒ Collaborative tool ⇒ Post resources ⇒ Present lessons ⇒ Communication ⇒ Share notes ⇒ Classroom newspaper
STUDENT USE OF WIKISPACES IN THE CLASSROOM: ⇒ All Subjects
o Note taking o Presenting information o Compile resources o Peer collaboration o Student portfolio o Share notes
⇒ Science o Research Projects (Collaboration Tool)
⇒ Math o Mathematician Research o Teaching math concepts
RESEARCH • “Students can create online posters, virtual museum exhibits, or even e-
textbooks on a class wiki. These projects can build over time so that students learn from and expand upon the work done by previous students. Wikis are a great way to help your students collaborate, connect, and create” (Gooding, 2008).
WIKISPACES
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EXAMPLES & TIPS: Below is an example of a simple Wiki created on Wikispace.
If you need information on starting your own Wikispace watch this video to help you get
started: www.youtube.com/watch?v=df2rC2QfvFc (Kjellwr4, 2009).
CREATING A WIKISPACE
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RESOURCES:
⇒ 50 Ways to Use Wikis for a More Collaborative and Interactive Classroom www.smartteaching.org/blog/2008/08/50-‐ways-‐to-‐use-‐wikis-‐for-‐a-‐more-‐collaborative-‐and-‐interactive-‐classroom/
⇒ How We Use Wikis in Class wikisineducation.wetpaint.com/page/How+we+use+wikis+in+class
⇒ How Can I Use a Wiki in the Classroom? educationalwikis.wikispaces.com/Classroom+Wikis
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DESCRIPTION:
A type of social networking website that enables users to read and post
"tweets"/status updates. You are able to post up to 140 characters at a time
(microblogging). Similar to Facebook status updates except it's limited. There are still
messaging capabilities, but those are also limited to 140 characters. You can
network with different people and also follow magazines, shows, celebrities, friends,
etc. To start your own Twitter account visit: www.twitter.com.
TEACHER USE: ⇒ Classroom discussion (in and outside of the classroom) ⇒ Networking with other teachers ⇒ Keeping yourself informed ⇒ Announcements ⇒ Reminders ⇒ Share links ⇒ Instant feedback ⇒ Have parents, students, and/or the community follow your classroom or school
related activity
STUDENT USE OF TWITTER IN THE CLASSROOM: ⇒ All Subjects
o Discussion o Stay updated on world and class news o Instant feedback o Receive announcements o Get classroom resources (handouts)’ o Ask questions
RESEARCH “Internet resources like Twitter give students access to information — more importantly, perhaps — to people beyond the classroom walls. Students can post inquiries online and receive responses in real or near real-‐time, such as an example from Sylvia Tolisano who used Twitter to help identify an animal skeleton that her third-‐grade students had found on the playground” (Walters, 2011).
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EXAMPLES & TIPS: Below is an example of a Twitter account and its graphic user interface.
If you want more information on how to setup your Twitter account or some of the
additional features click on the following link:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWpkuY1Q8Pk (MarketingMadeEasy, 2009).
RESOURCES: ⇒ 50 ideas for using twitter for education
cooper-‐taylor.com/2008/08/50-‐ideas-‐on-‐using-‐twitter-‐for-‐education/
CREATING A TWITTER
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DESCRIPTION:
GIMP is an open-‐source graphic manipulation program. It’s similar to the
widely known Adobe Photoshop and it uses some of the same elements.
GIMP can be installed on a Windows or Apple computer. To download
GIMP for free visit: www.Gimp.org
TEACHER USE: ⇒ Edit photos ⇒ Posters for classroom ⇒ Display a process or concept
STUDENT USE OF GIMP IN THE CLASSROOM: ⇒ English
o Story board o Visualize a poem o Create graphics to symbolize
words o Collage
⇒ Science o Illustrate ideas (draw an atom or cell, visualize math word problems) o Document a process (plant life cycle)
⇒ Art o Collage o Turn photos into surreal pieces
⇒ Business/Marketing o Advertisements
⇒ All Subjects o Posters for projects
RESEARCH: • “Teachers and students alike will find The GIMP to be a useful tool for the
classroom. You will be able to create an online photo album, design eye-catching posters, and fix those photographs that didn't come out the way you intended” (Chastain & Pfaffman, 2006).
GIMP
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EXAMPLES & TIPS:
Below is an example of images that were edited using GIMP. The examples will give
you an idea of what the program can do.
RESOURCES: ⇒ How can you use GIMP in your classroom
reta-‐gimp.pbworks.com/w/page/14946587/How-‐can-‐you-‐use-‐GIMP-‐in-‐your-‐classroom
⇒ GIMP Video Tutorials www.designyourownweb.com/gimp-‐tutorial.htm
⇒ GIMP Image Editing Tutorials for Photographers gimpguru.org/Tutorials/
⇒ Grokking the GIMP gimp-‐savvy.com/BOOK/index.html
GIMP TUTORIALS
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DESCRIPTION:
Prezi is a relatively new web application presentation tool. A basic version
of this is free at Prezi.com. Prezi created a new format for interactive presentations.
Instead of presenting slides in a basic linear slide-‐to-‐slide format, Prezi uses a single
infinite canvas to display content. To start your own Prezi presentation click here:
www.Prezi.com
nTEACHER USE:
⇒ Interactive Presentations ⇒ Concept Presentation ⇒ Introducing lessons/Starting anticipatory sets
nSTUDENT USE OF PREZI IN THE CLASSROOM:
⇒ All Subjects o Presenting concepts o Showcasing work
⇒ English o Digital Story Telling
⇒ History o Time lines
⇒ Science o Process showcase
RESEARCH: • “In science curricula, interactive media can transform classroom instruction,
making dynamic processes come alive and interactive, while illustrating the connections between different disciplines” (Jewitt, 2008).
EXAMPLES & TIPS:
Below is the opening home page of Prezi. Click on the “Sign Up Now” to start setting
up your Prezi account.
PREZI
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After you click on the “Sign Up Now” button it will take you to another page that
shows the different levels of accounts that Prezi has to offer. Choose the free public
version to get started!
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In order to start making your own Prezi presentation you will want to check out
www.prezi.com/learn/
RESOURCES ⇒ What’s so great about Prezi anyway?
prezi.com/6teutiakqz8m/whats-‐so-‐great-‐about-‐prezi-‐anyway/
CREATING A PREZI
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