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=Watch this PowerPoint to understand how important the use of technology is in the classroom.=



==Now that you've watched the PowerPoint, here is the equipment that we're going to investigate and hopefully find new ways you can use it in the classroom since each teacher has these four pieces of equipment in their classroom. Work through the different pieces of equipment at your own pace, and in any order you choose. If you have information for any of these pieces that is not located here, please add it to the evaluation located at the end of this wiki. Any constructive comments you can give us will allow us to incorporate them into future professional development modules. Remember - as you read each of the following segment, ask yourself "how can this information help be become a better teacher in the classroom?"==

Computers - some of us love them :) and some of us don't :(. Look at the following website for some new website ideas to use in the classroom. Computers are a great piece of equipment to use while teaching, but also for student use for reinforcement.


 * [[file:Websites.docx]]

These student response systems are useful not only for assessment, but for questioning students on their knowledge. Use higher-thinking questioning skills to determine students prior knowledge before starting a lesson. For the upper grades, your student response system can be used in a "texting" mode for things like a vocabulary test. Think outside the box to use these pieces!


 * [[file:Use Senteo.docx]]


 * [[file:Senteo Websites.docx]]


 * [[file:SenteoUsersGuide.pdf]]


 * [[file:Trouble Senteo.doc]]

How did we ever live without document cameras???? :) Putting something under the camera and having it posted to the board is a wonderful thing. You will find many times throughout the day, that the document camera comes in handy.


 * [[file:Use Doc Camera.docx]]


 * [[file:Trouble Doc Cam.docx]]

The interactive whiteboard is amazing! The more you use it the more it will be your friend :) Remember, don't just use it as a whiteboard, have it interact with your students.


 * [[file:Websites for SMARTBoard.docx]]


 * [[file:Activity Ideas.docx]]


 * [[file:Trouble SmartBoard.docx]]

==This Tech Team is here to help YOU! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us either by email or personal visit. We would LOVE to know how we can help you use your technology in the classroom. ANY questions, please let us know!==