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Top Ten Tech Tools for Elementary Teachers

Top Ten Tech Tools for Elementary Teachers. Laurie Conzemius Media Specialist Pine Meadow Elementary, Sartell. Media specialist Teacher Reader Techie ISTE Board Member Volunteer. Who am I?. Free Easy to use Work on multiple formats, devices No filter issues No specific apps needed.

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Top Ten Tech Tools for Elementary Teachers

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  1. Top Ten Tech Tools for Elementary Teachers Laurie Conzemius Media Specialist Pine Meadow Elementary, Sartell

  2. Media specialist • Teacher • Reader • Techie • ISTE Board Member • Volunteer Who am I?

  3. Free • Easy to use • Work on multiple formats, devices • No filter issues • No specific apps needed Criteria

  4. http://www.fuelthebrain.com What it is: A huge resource of online games, ebooks, teacher guides, articles and more! Usage in the Classroom: This site includes a wealth of instant activities that you will be able to use in every subject area. Tool #1: Fuel the Brain

  5. Cons: You have to scroll up and down to center the activity Activities are geared for grades K-3 There are ads Pros: • Blog introduces even more great resources! • You can play without registering, but if you do register your scores are tracked. • Root of the Week! Tool #1: Fuel the Brain

  6. http://www.thinkfinity.org What it is: Resources from NCTM, ArtsEdge, Smithsonian, Wonderopolis, National Geographic, EconEdge, etc. organized by standards and grade levels. Includes a teacher community and much more! Usage in the Classroom: Can’t be missed for finding lesson plan to tie into standards in all curricular areas. The connections between the sponsors is excellent! Tool #2: Thinkfinity

  7. Cons: Can be difficult to locate find what you’re searching for. Resources are for all grade levels. Pros: • Easy to search – limiters for grade, subject & more • Fits into every subject you teach! • Allows for cross-curricular activities Tool #2: Thinkfinity

  8. http://webtools4u2use.wikispaces.com/ What it is: Complete listing of web 2.0 tools of all types, with examples of how they can be used in your school. Usage in the Classroom: Gives you many options when looking for a webtool. Tool #3:Webtools 4U2 Use

  9. Cons: A bit overwhelming Too many choices! Pros: • Wide range of tools • Great tips for use! • 5 to try – shows top 5 Tool #3: Webtools 4U2 Use/Wikis

  10. http://www.classroom20.org What it is: A learning community showcasing webinars that are archived and supported with tons of resources. This is your PLN 24/365! Usage in the Classroom: Anything you want to learn you can find on this resource – and the best of the best is already located for you! Tool #4:Classroom 2.0

  11. Cons: Too much content Pros: • Archived webinars • Supporting resources Tool #4:Classroom 2.0

  12. http://www.classdojo.com What it is: A behavior management website that allows you to keep running records of positive behaviors. It includes student and parent logins and provides reports with multiple options. Usage in the Classroom: A great tool for keeping track of behaviors in the classroom. For more info: Student information video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaeNSYJvrn0 Tool #5: Class DOJO

  13. Cons: Could be too negative Students may get bored with this approach Pros: • Motivating to use technology with behavior • Easy to setup • Parent connect Tool #5: Class DOJO

  14. http://www.pinterest.com What it is: The Pinterest community – with pins related to everything you teach, and more! Usage in the Classroom: Need a quick idea? Your fellow teachers will be asking you where you found such great ideas! Tool #6: Pinterest

  15. Cons: Can be addicting! Can get off-track easily Pros: • Great community connections! • Easy access to tons of resources Tool #6: Pinterest

  16. http://www.livebinders.com What it is: An online file cabinet for all your resources – or a way to access other teachers’ resources. Usage in the Classroom: Great way to share links with students. Access to others’ Livebinders! Tool #6: Livebinders

  17. Cons: Websites open in frames, which can be difficult The site is sometimes glitchy Pros: • Websites are visible to the viewer • The Livebinder can be changed/added to on the fly Tool #6: LiveBinders

  18. http://kidblog.org/home/ What it is: A resource that allows a teacher to create a class set of blogs, individual for each student. Usage in the Classroom: Students can learn to comment, discuss and collaborate in a safe environment. Tool #7: Kidblog

  19. Cons: There is some advance setup. Students may have difficulty on portable devices. Pros: • This site is safe and secure. • Students learn to use social networking tools. Tool #7:Kidblog

  20. http://www.readingrockets.org What it is: The definitive source on teaching students to read! Includes instructional videos, author videos, posters, tips, strategy info, and so much more! Usage in the Classroom: Every teacher is a reading teacher – and with this resource you will have what you need! Tool #8: Reading Rockets

  21. Cons: Navigation can be a little challenging. Pros: • Inlcudes EVERYTHING related to reading! • Instructional videos are excellent! Tool #8: Reading Rockets

  22. http://www.diigo.com/ What it is: Social bookmarking at its finest. You can bookmark and view your bookmarks on any computer. Usage in the Classroom: Your bookmarks are always available to you.You can view the favs of others with similar interests. Tool #9:Diigo

  23. Cons: You need to keep it updated. Pros: • Bookmarks are available everywhere! • You can see what other people are bookmarking and find additional resources. Tool #9:Diigo

  24. http://www.edutecher.net/ What it is: A website that organizes educational websites, provides a Pinterest-like tool, and much more! Usage in the Classroom: If you’re looking for a tool, Edutecher will help you find it! For more info: http://www.edutecher.net/video_tutorial.php (Tutorials) Tool #10: Edutecher

  25. Cons: Similar to other tools Some links are outdated, and the best aren’t always visible Pros: • Many useful tools • Convenient ways to collaborate • Educlipper tool Tool #10: Edutecher

  26. http://www.mathlanding.org/ What it is: A website that organizes math information of all kinds. Usage in the Classroom: There are lesson plans, PD videos, and more! Bonus Tool: Mathlanding

  27. Cons: Still in beta format Can be difficult to locate information Pros: • Great new resource for all things math • Geared totally toward elementary school Bonus Tool:Mathlanding

  28. Spelling City • Arcademic Skill Builders • Starfall • Poisson Rouge • Kerpoof • CarrotSticks/Study Ladder • Animoto • iPad creation apps: Educreations, ShowMe, Whiteboard, etc. Top Tools for Kids

  29. Skype an author • Skype an expert • Skype a parent serving overseas • Skype a mentor • Skype classroom buddies Skype

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