TechMatrix is a place to search for and compare assistive tools. Research articles are available to read. The TechMatrix is funded through a grant by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP), Award #H327Z060003.

With adaptive and assistive technologies, more students have the ability to better communicate and learn than ever before. So how is technology really shaping education for students with special needs? Good infographic

Found on Free Technology for Teachers..."Math Maps are Google Maps on which Tom and others have created placemarks which when clicked reveal mathematics questions for students to answer based on the maps."

Links to online activities for all areas of science.

great resource from the Smithsonian Institute!

"Teachers say digital tools affect students' writing in significant ways, including broadening the audience for their writing and encouraging collaboration"

Direct links to Smart Board activities for all grade levels as well as advantage to using a Smart Board in LA an other subjects

A variety of articles giving different perspectives on social media use in the classroom.

Resource for elementary teachers

A power-packed article about differentiation with ideas and resources.

This webpage is perfect for my second grade families.

Researchers believe that video enhances student motivation and that video use in instruction should be common practice

A brief overview of flipped classrooms and also gives some ideas on how to ease into flipping your classroom

This article states, "Spreadsheet design is part art and part science. It involves not only technical expertise but also attention to aesthetics." I honestly never connected aesthetics to spreadsheets.... I found this to be an interesting read.

Creative ways to use Excel in an elementary classroom

PowerPoint can be a highly effective tool to aid learning, but if not used carefully, may instead disengage students and actually hinder learning. Includes links to best practices and sites for further learning.

December 17th, 2012 by Claire The Internet is a bountiful place, full of information, wonder, and an endless supply of heart-melting puppy videos. But what may sometimes seem in short supply are fantastic, free photos to easily-and legally-use for your presentations or blog slideshows.

Even though this was written in 2001, there is still relevance today.

For those with an iPad/iPod, this is a list of problem-solving apps for kids up to 7 years old.

List of things to consider if you plan to use tech tools with your students.