The document discusses using technology in the classroom and provides recommendations for teachers. It lists common classroom technologies like computers, the internet, and smart boards. It notes that teachers should check district acceptable use policies and obtain web permissions from students. The benefits of technology are outlined as enhancing student interest, increasing academic resources, and exposing students to new places. Classroom management tips include setting guidelines and demonstrating proper technology usage.

1. Technology in the Classroom Curt Nielsen, Instructor Malcolm Price Laboratory School University of Northern Iowa http://www. pls . uni .edu/nielsen/nielsen/ cwebpage .html

2. Types of Technology • Computers • Internet • ICN • Electronic Dictionary Link • SmartBoard Link

3. • If using the internet, check on the school district’s acceptable use policy. • Do all kids have a web release form signed? • Check over each website before sending kids to it! **just like you would preview a movie** PRIOR TO USING TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM

4. Why use technology in teaching?

5. Technology is a learning tool! Technology enhances student interest in a subject Increases academic resources available to students Takes students to places that they would never have a chance to go to otherwise

6. • Know your students! Set up guidelines before class begins. Lift-top desks Demonstrate proper techniques. Follow the plan! Classroom Management with Technology

7. What types of technology can / should you use with students?

8. Word processing programs - AppleWorks, MS Word Graphic organizers - Inspiration, Kidspiration Inspiration.com Web Browsers - Explorer, Netscape

9. WebQuests http://www.pls.uni.edu/nielsen/nielsen/spatintro.html http://www.pls.uni.edu/nielsen/nielsen/wdcintro.html http://www. pls . uni .edu/nielsen/Gettysburg/gettysburg.html http://webquest.sdsu.edu/