Module 1: Foundations of Ed Tech
This video is a nice introduction to the importance of integrating technology into the elementary classroom:
youtu.be/d59eG1_Tt-Q
Edutopia outlines what is considered successful technology integration in the classroom:
www.edutopia.org/technology-integration-guide-description
Module 2: Instructional Software
This article summarizes 5 simple, yet important tips for integrating technology into the classroom including: think function first, let students lead, start with what you know, experiment constantly, and it’s not about your comfort level:
www.teachthought.com/pedagogy/5-secrets-for-smarter-education-technology-integration/
This is the Horizon Report summarizing tech tips and trends for 2017:
www.nmc.org/publication/nmccosn-horizon-report-2017-k-12-edition/
Module 3: The Basic Suite
This document is a great tutorial for creating interactive Google presentations:
docs.google.com/document/d/1URDLpLfJY2x-5saWaWafn_Mia_IrNmbxQc7lSHAEmTs/edit?usp=sharing
This article highlights several ways to use Google Sheets in the classroom from elementary through high school:
askatechteacher.com/2017/08/23/how-to-use-google-sheets-in-the-k-12-classroom/
Module 4: Using Video
These are some helpful guides and tutorials for teachers and students getting started with Flipgrid:
Resources/Guides for Getting Started With Flipgrid
Schooltube is a great site for educational videos that is safe for students to search on their own:
www.schooltube.com/
Modules 5-6: Web-based Learning
Padlet is a great way to enhance student learning and participation in any grade and any lesson:
padlet.com/premium/backpack
Discovery Education has some amazing virtual field trips for elementary students:
www.discoveryeducation.com/Events/virtual-field-trips/explore/by-grade/k-5.cfm
Modules 7-9: Technology in the Content Areas
This website is an amazing resource for accessing primary source documents:
www.docsteach.org
This article suggests some great ways to integrate primary source documents into instruction:
www.freetech4teachers.com/2016/04/5-online-activities-for-teaching-with.html#.V4KKio4nYWk
EdHeads is a great site for science and math games and activities:
edheads.site-ym.com/default.aspx
Book Creator is my personal favorite app/website for creating digital books:
bookcreator.com/
Module 10: Adaptive/Assistive Technology:
Storia is a great e-book site with various options for students with vision or hearing impairments:
www.storiaschool.com/#/students/login
This article from Education World explains the use of assistive devices in the classroom and also provides a thorough llist of additional links/resources:
www.educationworld.com/a_tech/tech/tech086.shtml