1. Integrating Technology in the Classroom

3. Document Cameras

4. Promethium Boards / Smart Boards

5. Internet

6. Projectors

8. Real-world connection and practice

9. Allows self pace learning

10. Targets different learning styles

12. Students using technology incorrectly

13. Sites being blocked

14. Hackers entering school server

15. Technology not working therefore, AWAYS have a backup plan.

17. Verify that every parent /student has signed the school’s acceptable use policy (AUP).

18. Ensure web-sites being used in the lesson are not blocked by the school district.

20. Explain and demonstrate proper techniques.

21. Always circulate the classroom while student are working.I use the acronym CHAMPs to communicate expectations: Conversation: Can students talk to each other during this activity/transition? Help: How can student’s ask questions during this activity/ transition? How do they get your attention? Activity: What is the task/objective of this activity/transition? What is the expected end product? Movement: Can students move about during this activity/transition? Participation: What does appropriate student work behavior for this activity/transition look/sound like?

23. See if student motivation has improved through and after lesson

24. Listen to students comments

27. Word processing programs: MS Word, AppleWorks

28. Graphic organizers: Inspiration.com

29. Teacher Tube: Find videos about your lesson.www.teachertube.com