Technology in the Classroom: Tips, Reviews & Tools to Implement Useful Technology in the Classroom

Mindstorms NXT In The Classroom, Session Four: Giving Your Robots A Brain

Even the most advanced machine is nothing more than a paperweight without the programming to back it up. This lesson introduces the students to the programming basics necessary for getting their robots moving and interacting autonomously with their environment.

Published by Sean Fears (5850 pts

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LEGO Mindstorms NXT In The Classroom, Session Three: Sensing The World Around You

A robot, LEGO or otherwise, needs to have knowledge of its surroundings in order to interact with them. Sensors allow robots to reach out and touch someone (or something)!

Published by Sean Fears (5850 pts

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The Importance of 21st Century Technology

This article takes a look at why the U.S. needs to adopt new technologies in education.

Published by davebolster (160 pts

) on May 24, 2009 to
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Lesson Plan: Short Story Project

This short story lesson plan integrates technology and analysis.

Published by Trent Lorcher (30053 pts

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Does a Recession Affect Education?

This article explains how schools and educational technology will be affected by the recession and tough economic times.

Published by Lady Lit (7402 pts

) on May 16, 2009 to
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Improve Study Skills with Apple's iTouch

Are you interested in using Apple’s iTouch in class, but not sure that it would really be beneficial to you and your students? Continue reading to learn about ways to implement the iTouch in your classroom.

Published by Margie (4128 pts

) on May 16, 2009 to
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Internet in the Classroom: Benefits of and Need for Safety

The Internet is a huge unorganized database of information, both good and bad. Teachers must guide students to benefit from the good. Teachers need not be paralyzed by fear of the bad part.

Published by Suvo (8760 pts

) on May 12, 2009 to
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Tools for Teachers: e-Learning for Kids

E-learning for kids is an excellent classroom resource and tool for teachers. It is a thorough website tool that will actually reinforce classroom learning for ages, 5-12. Completely recommended as it provides onine courses for students in math, science, reading, health and computer.

Published by Laurie Patsalides (13768 pts

) on May 11, 2009 to
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Review: SparkNotes

This article reviews the pros and cons of SparkNotes

Published by Lady Lit (7402 pts

) on Apr 30, 2009 to
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Negative Influences on Basic Writing Skills

This article explains how text-messaging has influenced the writing of today's teenagers.

Published by Lady Lit (7402 pts

) on Apr 30, 2009 to
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