This resource page will provide you with valuable links focused on the topic of integrating educational technology.
General Articles on Implementing Technology into Curriculum
How to integrate technology (Edutopia Article)
An article that serves as great background for this topic
5 Reasons to incorporate technology (Capella University Blog)
If you need any more convincing, read this
Simulations for Social Studies
UNESCO Silk Road-
online tutorial for explaining the importance of the Silk Road
Columbian Exchange Simulation-
this Brain Pop game will help students understand the Columbian Exchange
Video Resources for Social Studies
Story of Stuff-
Interesting video on the sustainability of our planet. An important topic in Social Studies
Globalization is Good-
Offers a different perspective on globalization
Web2.0/Mind Mapping Tools
Coggle
an online mind mapping tool
MindMaple
another effective mind mapping tool for social students
Social Networks and Social Studies
15 Social Networks for Teachers by Teach Though
A good blog post that may give you some ideas on some new resources to use
Social Networking Tips for Teachers by Education World
Avoid some pitfalls that come with using social networks in the classroom
DoSomething.org
A Social network for organizing social action campaigns.
Interactivity in Social Studies
Buncee-
Interactive presentation tool for class
Pic Collage-
A digital method of creating collages in class
Thinglink-
Create interactive images. Create project idea for social studies.
Content Areas and Technology
PE Geek-
An excellent resource if you are looking to implement technology into PE
Francais Facile
- Current event site for FSL learners
BFMTV
News broadcasts for FSL learners
Quizlet
- Create online quizzes/games for your content area
Book Creator-
Have students publish their own material with this ebook creator
How to integrate technology with literacy-
From Edutopia, a good overview on how integration can happen in language arts.
Assistive Technology
Universal Design for Learning-
This PDF summarizes this concept very well
TouchCast
Create, collaborate, annotate video presentations that you can even live broadcast. Works well for gifted and talented students
Recap
-A video response tool where students can continue a class discussion with ease. Works well for those at risks students who your are trying to keep engaged.