This powerpoint aims to encourage educators to incorporate more technology into their classrooms. It stresses that teachers must first learn to use technology themselves through attending staff development sessions, asking questions, and seeking help from others. The presentation provides examples of technologies available like interactive whiteboards and gives tips for having a plan, using online templates, teaching students technology skills patiently, and sharing what is learned with other educators.

1. Educate the educator then you will be able to educate the WORLD

2. What’s the GOAL?My hope is through this power-point you will be inspired and encouraged, to have a fresh new outlook on technology use in your classroom in the coming school year.

3. Start with YOUBefore you can expect to implement technology in your classroom, you must first learn to use it.Don’t wait for others to show you, seek out help.Know what items are available on your campus.Attend staff developmentsMOST Important- ASK QUESTIONS!!

4. TechnologyA few example of some technology that might be on your campus:Promethean Board or Smart BoardActive slate or Air SlateDocument CameraBeyond Questions or QwizdomGraphing CalculatorsDesktop or Laptop computersScanner/PrintersInternet

5. Have a PLANTalk with someone who is using thetechnology now. Know your students and their abilities.Always have a backup plan.If you are not successful the first time try again.

6. Use online templatesBy using online templates you will be able to better organize your lesson.

7. Teach the studentBe patient. Just because we call them the tech generation does not mean all are fluent.Provide DETAILED instructions.Model desired process. Allow time to process new information.Review process often.

8. Graphing Calculator Resourceshttp://education.ti.com/educationportal/sites/US/productCategory/us_graphing.htmlchttp://education.ti.com/educationportal/sites/US/sectionHome/classroomactivities.htmlTI Navigator Resourceshttp://education.ti.com/educationportal/sites/US/productDetail/us_ti_navigator.htmlhttp://education.ti.com/calculators/downloads/US/Activities/

9. Let’s pull TOGETHERBy teaching others what we have learned we will be able to use technology in our classrooms in new and successful ways to engage every child.

10. Resourcehttp://edtech.kennesaw.edu/intech/templatesresources.htm