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Technology
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Internet in the Classroom
  • The Internet:  Ideas, Activities, and Resources
    A publication produced by the Florida Center for Instructional Technology under a Florida Department of Education grant.   This guide gives ideas and resources for successfully using the Internet in the Classroom.
    http://fcit.usf.edu/internet/default.htm
  • Global School Net Internet Projects Registry
    This site is a clearinhouse of collaborative projects.  Search for a project and collaborate with other classes around the world!
    http://www.gsn.org/pr/_cfm/index.cfm
  • The Webquest Page
    Learn about Webquests and how to use them in your classroom.  This site also contains an extensive list of Webquests organized by grade level and curricular area.
    http://webquest.sdsu.edu

Internet Safety

  • I Safe
    I-Safe America is a foundation focused on giving children the knowledge to be responsible and safe while on the Internet.
    http://www.isafe.org/
  • SafeKids.com
    This site gives tips, advice and suggestions for making online experiences safe and productive.
    www.safekids.com

Professional

  • Florida Department of Education Division of Technology
    Stay up to date on state technology initiatives and information.
    http://www.doe.firn.edu/edtech/index.html
  • International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)
    Find information about technology in education from this leading organization.
    http://www.iste.org

Virtual Field Trips

  • Museum Stuff.com
    This site contains a database of online museums.  Students can view virtual exhibits from thousands of museums around the country.
    http://www.museumstuff.com
  • The Virtual Field Trips Site
    Students can take virtual trips focused on the Rainforest, Hurricanes, and even Shakespeare.
    http://www.field-guides.com/vft/index.htm

 

 

 

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