Several tips from John Van de Walle about teaching measurement. I have his book from one of my undergraduate methods courses for teaching math, and I LOVE it! He's got some stuff for teaching math hands on and recognizing patterns!
An outline of basic computers skills, and at what grade level students should be introduced to the skill, developing the skill, or using the skill. Great springboard for keeping in mind what skills students will have for your lessons and technology integration projects.
Mind map for using Google. Links include classroom tools, google teacher academy, teacher community, NECC presentations, classroom activities, and classroom posters. I like the way the author used the web to map everything out. Kind of reminds me of a sports playoff bracket but in this case it's used to help you pinpoint exactly what you need.
Some tips to use video in the classroom. Also outlines the costs for the resources. It's always good to know what's free or has a trial period before you look up the actual resource!
Different ways to model the use of technology for students. Lots of ideas and easy ways to to integrate the technology while still teaching the students appropriate use.
National Science Teachers Association's Position Statement regarding E-Learning in Science Education. How does e-learning fit with the goals and standards for science education?
Great resource for learning more about research studies and findings. The National Center for Education Evaluation and Regional Assistance. Can learn about research studies in progress or look at specific categories such as ELL, teacher quality, Math, etc... This bookmark links to "Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Educational Technology Interventions"
American Association of School Librarians website. Links to other useful websites for media sharing, digital storytelling, classroom management & organization, social networking & communication, content resources, and curriculum collaboration! Excellent FREE resources for the clasroom!
Catalog of books available online! Search by author, title or tag. Would be great for printing out passages for literature studies, especially when the school library doesn't have the book you need.
Great resource for teaching students to use the internet safely. Digital literacy and citizenship are important skills when using technology in the classroom. This is the scope and sequence outlined with age appropriate materials!