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This PowerPoint presentation is an assignment for my Computer Applications in Libraries class (LIS 557) at the University of Southern Mississippi.
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Clip Art
Clip art is a wonderful way to enhance learning by providing visual aids
to the reinforce the content of the lesson,
and to add visual interest to classroom
bulletin boards.
http://www.mycutegraphics.com/
http://www.teacherfiles.com/clip_art.htm
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Graphics-From-The-Pond/Price-Range/Free
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Creative ExpressionWebsites that provide unique methods to allow you, and
your students, to present work in imaginative ways.
Comic Master – a graphic novel creator. http://www.comicmaster.org.uk/
The Newspaper Clipping Generator – creates a realistic newspaper article of your original content. http://www.fodey.com/generators/newspaper/snippet.asp
Wordle – generates word clouds from your text. http://www.wordle.net/
Storybird – a writing tool that uses art to spark creativity. http://storybird.com/about/
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Learning Tools
These websites offer multi-media educational tools
to reinforce classroom learning.
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Learning Tools
Math Playground
http://www.mathplayground.com/
Math games, worksheets, flashcards, and other learning tools.
Math.com
http://www.math.com
Lesson plans, worksheets, practice problems, and other tools.
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Image retrieved from www.mathplayground.com Image retrieved from www.math.com
Learning Tools, continued
VocabularySpellingCity
http://www.spellingcity.com/
Educational activities, games, and apps supporting vocabulary and spelling.
VocabAhead
http://www.vocabahead.com/
Games, quizzes, and apps for vocabulary enhancement.
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Image retrieved from www.spellingcity.com/app/ Image retrieved from www.vocabahead.com
Learning Tools, continued
National Geographic Kids
http://kids.nationalgeographic.com
/kids/
Games, videos, and information about the world we live in and its
inhabitants.
Smithsonian Education
www.smithsonianeducation.org
Lesson plans, online resources, and other educational tools for teachers
and students.
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Image retrieved from http://kidsblogs.nationalgeographic.com/
Image retrieved from www.smithsonianeducation.org
Learning GamesWebsites that offer educational games covering a variety
of topics and methods.Brain Pop – quizzes, videos, lesson ideas, and more.
http://www.brainpop.com/free_stuff/
Learning Games for Kids – logic games, memory games, and other brain stimulating games. http://www.learninggamesforkids.com/miscellaneous_games.html
Funbrain – games on a variety of subjects, sorted by grade level and subject. http://www.funbrain.com/kidscenter.html
neoK12 – puzzles, games, and quizzes on many subjects. http://www.neok12.com/games.htm
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Specifically for Teachers
These tools are designed for teachers to help with
organization and productivity in the
classroom.
Classroom Architect – plan out your classroom setup virtually. http://classroom.4teachers.org/
Flubaroo – an easy way to grade assignments. http://www.flubaroo.com/
Printfriendly – makes web pages easier to print. http://www.printfriendly.com/
Prezi – a virtual whiteboard for presentations.
http://prezi.com/
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Final Thoughts and Questions
Thank you for joining me today, and I hope you have picked up some valuable tips and tricks to help you in the classroom.
My contact information:
Maria Schroeter, Elementary School Media Specialist
228-555-1000 (office number)
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Sources ConsultedSimpleK12 Team. (2011, April 15). 101 free tech tools for
teachers. Retrieved from http://community.simplek12.com/scripts/student/share/view.asp?id=15
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