- Begin with what already works. Change something
you're already doing that works using some type of technology--a
word processor, spread sheet, slide show. Start slowly and
work your way into technology at your own speed.
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- You don't have to be an expert at technology to use technology
expertly.
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- Kids know more than we do about technology.
- Kids know they know more than we do.
- It doesn't matter.
- What matters is HOW YOU USE technology!
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- Use the experts at hand
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- Get the kids to help. Post lists in the class of
experts in a topic. For example, Chris and Zach are experts in
PageMaker. Mary is an expert in HyperStudio
- Cross grade level teams--have "Tech Buddies."
For example, sixth graders can help second graders.
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- Get your own "Tech Buddy." Find someone in
your building who can answer questions or at least listen if a
problem arises.
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- When using the Internet, give the kids a goal in mind and a
time limit. Create a folder of Internet
shortcuts. Use bookmarks (or favorites) to shorten searching
time. Have the kids write down the words they are going to use
when they search. Some examples include:
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- "You have thirty minutes to find six sites on the Internet that
deal with ..."
- Using the three sources I have bookmarked, answer the following
questions.
- Use one URL site, one CD encyclopedia entry, and one piece of
print material to find information about ...
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- Everyone does not need to be doing the same thing. Give
assignments, but have options in completing the assignment.
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- Don't reinvent the wheel! Use material that is already
available such as templates, worksheets from the Web, student
created material, activities from the Web, WebQuests, etc.
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- Use the "red cup" trick.
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