Download or read book 101 Best Web Sites for Teacher Tools and Professional Development written by James Lerman and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Free teachers' tools on the Internet? Yes, indeed, and in amazing variety. Now, with help from Web expert Jim Lerman, you too can discover the choicest sites for classroom tools and professional development.
Download or read book 101 Best Web Sites for Elementary Teachers written by James Lerman and published by International Society for Technology in educ. This book was released on 2005-01-01 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Free teachers' tools on the Internet? Yes, indeed, and in amazing variety. Now, with help from Web expert Jim Lerman, you too can discover the best sites for classroom tools and professional development. Learn how you can edit digital media for free online rather than purchasing and installing costly software. Use the power of RSS to collect the content you want without tedious searching. Locate or custom-build student worksheets. Find video clips for on-demand viewing. Design your classroom floor plan. Construct tests that score themselves. All of this and more-all free, all vetted, and all online. James Lerman has been a classroom teacher, principal, staff development director, director of technology, and assistant superintendent of schools. Also available: 101 Best Web Sites for Elementary Teachers - ISBN 1564842150 Educator's Podcast Guide - ISBN 1564842312
Download or read book 1001 Best Websites for Educators written by Timothy Hopkins and published by Teacher Created Resources. This book was released on 2003 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than 1000 annotated entries of great Websites. Click on a link to go to the website - no typing in long URL addresses
Download or read book 101 Best Web Sites for Secondary Teachers written by James Lerman and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide to the best Web sites for secondary education assembles a host of Internet resources that support independent learning, research, and technology-infused instructional practices.
Download or read book Ditch That Textbook written by Matt Miller and published by . This book was released on 2015-04-13 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Textbooks are symbols of centuries-old education. They're often outdated as soon as they hit students' desks. Acting "by the textbook" implies compliance and a lack of creativity. It's time to ditch those textbooks--and those textbook assumptions about learning In Ditch That Textbook, teacher and blogger Matt Miller encourages educators to throw out meaningless, pedestrian teaching and learning practices. He empowers them to evolve and improve on old, standard, teaching methods. Ditch That Textbook is a support system, toolbox, and manifesto to help educators free their teaching and revolutionize their classrooms.
Download or read book Teaching Generation Text written by Lisa Nielsen and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-10-18 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mobilizing the power of cell phones to maximize students' learning power Teaching Generation Text shows how teachers can turn cell phones into an educational opportunity instead of an annoying distraction. With a host of innovative ideas, activities, lessons, and strategies, Nielsen and Webb offer a unique way to use students' preferred method of communication in the classroom. Cell phones can remind students to study, serve as a way to take notes, provide instant, on-demand answers and research, be a great vehicle for home-school connection, and record and capture oral reports or responses to polls and quizzes, all of which can be used to enhance lesson plans and increase motivation. Offers tactics for teachers to help their students integrate digital technology with their studies Filled with research-based ideas and strategies for using a cell phone to enhance learning Provides methods for incorporating cell phones into instruction with a unit planning guide and lesson plan ideas This innovative new book is filled with new ideas for engaging learners in fun, free, and easy ways using nothing more than a basic, text-enabled cell phone.
Download or read book Must See Websites for Busy Teachers Must See Websites written by and published by Shell Education. This book was released on with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book 1001 Best Internet Sites for Educators written by Mark Treadwell and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2001-06 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This second edition of a resource designed to help teachers find relevant information on the Internet for both themselves and their students, provides concise reviews of more than 1,000 Web sites sorted by subject area. Each site is evaluated with one to five stars for content, presentation and grade level. Easy-to-follow explanations are provided of how each site can be used in the classroom. Also presented are search tips to help teacher find more sites on their own. Besides the rating of Internet sites, the book includes information on hardware and software requirements, safety on the Internet, plug-ins, and helpful information such as criteria for site selection and searching the Web. An element called "Finding Where You Have Been" helps teachers relocate sites they have viewed. Other helpful features are "Searching the Web" and a "Glossary of Terms" to familiarize teachers and students with the Internet. The introductory material on "Safety on the Internet" provides guidelines for teachers. A generic Acceptable Use Policy is also included that is copyright-free for schools to adapt to their needs. Recommendations for filtering software are offered for Internet use in places where individual monitoring is not possible, such as libraries. Data is provided on an Internet license system in which parents or caregivers sign an agreement for their child to access the Internet. Sites are provided under the following curriculum areas: language arts; mathematics; science; foreign languages; general and professional sites for educators; health and physical education; information and communication; music and performing arts; technology in education; and visual arts. (AEF)
Download or read book Administering the School Library Media Center written by Betty J. Morris and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2010-08-16 with total page 600 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the most comprehensive textbook on school library administration available, now updated to include the latest standards and address new technologies. This reference text provides a complete instructional overview of the workings of the library media center—from the basics of administration, budgeting, facilities management, organization, selection of materials, and staffing to explanations on how to promote information literacy and the value of digital tools like blogs, wikis, and podcasting. Since the publication of the fourth edition of Administering the School Library Media Center in 2004, many changes have altered the landscape of school library administration: the implementation of NCLB legislation and the revision of AASL standards, just to mention two. The book is divided into 14 chapters, each devoted to a major topic in school library media management. This latest edition gives media specialists a roadmap for designing a school library that is functional and intellectually stimulating, while leading sources provide guidance for further research.
Download or read book Teach Uplifted written by Linda Kardamis and published by . This book was released on 2017-08-24 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Has teaching left you stressed, frustrated, or even discouraged? In Teach Uplifted you'll discover how to... Renew your passion for teaching by finding joy and peace in Christ Teach with joy even in difficult circumstances Banish anxiety and learn to trust God instead But be warned: This is not a collection of light, fluffy, feel-good stories. These powerful devotions will completely transform the way you view your life, your classroom, and your relationship with God.
Download or read book Teaching 101 written by Jeffrey Glanz and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2015-08-18 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The noble profession of teaching plays a vital role in inspiring students to achieve excellence. This new edition of one of the most comprehensive introductions to teaching available provides essential knowledge and actively engages new teachers in practice to become an exceptional teacher. Easy to understand and practical, this wide-ranging guide provides tools such as questions and activities at the end of each chapter, Web sites and vital readings for further study, and a self-assessment instrument to help readers succeed in their first year. The second edition includes more information on curriculum development and technology, more sample lesson plans, a new section on bullying, new activity sheets, and many checklists with immediate application procedures. The book is packed with helpful suggestions on topics such as: Lesson planning Classroom management Differentiating instruction Standards Assessment and grading Literacy Cooperative learning Inclusion National Board certification Teaching 101 is an invaluable resource that teachers can reference throughout their careers to expand their skills and perspectives.
Download or read book Untangling the Web written by Stephen Dembo and published by . This book was released on 2014-05-01 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "20 of the best web tools to wow students with online learning" With this bundle, you will receive both the print book and the Interactive eBook versions of "Untangling the Web." Discover 20 free websites and tools--flexible enough for kindergarten through high school use--and learn how to leverage technology to transform classroom experiences. You will also have access to an online community where you can connect and collaborate with fellow educators. Thousands of online learning tools promise performance-busting results, but few educators have time to find those best suited to meet core standards. More than a how-to guide, you'll receive: Print and interactive eBook versions including hyperlinks, additional examples and embedded video tutorials for richer exploration Access to an online community where you can connect with other educators, www.untanglingthewebcommunity.com Advice, tips, tricks, and anecdotes from leaders throughout the ed tech community Test out the Interactive eBook demo chapter here: http: //www.corwin.com/ebook/dembo/demos/ch02/
Download or read book The Best Web Sites for Teachers written by Vicki F. Sharp and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book These 6 Things written by Dave Stuart Jr. and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2018-06-28 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dave Stuart Jr.’s work is centered on a simple belief: all students and teachers can flourish. These 6 Things is all about streamlining your practice so that you’re teaching smarter, not harder, and kids are learning, doing, and flourishing in ELA and content-area classrooms. In this essential resource, teachers will receive: Proven, classroom-tested advice delivered in an approachable, teacher-to-teacher style that builds confidence Practical strategies for streamlining instruction in order to focus on key beliefs and literacy-building activities Solutions and suggestions for the most common teacher and student “hang-ups” Numerous recommendations for deeper reading on key topics
Download or read book 101 Best Web Sites for Principals written by Susan Brooks-Young and published by International Society for Technology in educ. This book was released on 2005-01-01 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Best-selling author Susan Brooks-Young offers busy principals a savvy update to her guide to the most relevant and useful Web-based resources. 101 Best Web Sites for Principals, Second Edition includes new sites, revised descriptions, and a new section on Internet security concerns and safety measures. The book is organized by topics pertinent to all principals, such as finance, curriculum, professional development, and social and legal issues. And for those still unsure of their footing in cyberspace, the author provides a concise introduction to Internet basics such as ISPs, browsers, downloads, and search engines. Full correlation to the National Educational Technology Standards for Administrators (NETS*A) help make this the perfect guide for principals to strengthen their personal productivity and technical skills. Also available: 101 Best Web Sites for Elementary Teachers - ISBN 1564842150 Educator's Podcast Guide - ISBN 1564842312
Download or read book Blogs Wikis Podcasts and Other Powerful Web Tools for Classrooms written by Will Richardson and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2010-03-01 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book is loaded with insightful and honest advice about using Web 2.0 in education. Will Richardson has amassed decades of technology integration experience as a teacher, consultant, blogger, and educational leader. There are few like him and few books like this." —Curtis J. Bonk, Professor, Indiana University Author of The World is Open: How Web Technology is Revolutionizing Education "Richardson′s book was a touchstone for me when I started trying to figure out how to integrate participatory media into my teaching. I recommend this book to any teacher at any level who is interested in the learner-centric pedagogy that social media enables." —Howard Rheingold, Lecturer, Stanford University Author of Smart Mobs: The Next Social Revolution Explore the wide world of new, easy-to-use Web publishing and information gathering tools! Written for educators of all levels and disciplines, this third edition of the best-selling book Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts, and Other Powerful Web Tools for Classrooms provides real examples from K–12 teachers around the world who are at the forefront of bringing today′s Web tools into their schools and to their students. This book is filled with practical advice on how teachers and students can use the Web to learn more, create more, and communicate better. This fully updated resource opens up a new technology toolbox for both novice and tech-savvy educators. Will Richardson provides clear explanations of specific teaching applications, with how-to steps for teaching with: Weblogs Wikis Really Simple Syndication (RSS) feeds and aggregators Social bookmarking Online photo galleries Facebook, MySpace, and Twitter Updated with materials on Web publishing and information literacy, this invaluable handbook helps students and teachers use Web tools within the classroom to enhance student learning and achievement.
Download or read book Learning and Leading with Technology written by and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
