Monthly Archives: July 2012

While taking this class I have learned several ways to incorporate technology into the classroom curriculum. I really must admit that I found this class to be very challenging! I learned to use several different application tools like video production, … Continue reading →

For this lesson I have integrated language arts into my social studies curriculum unit on U.S. Citizenship. I have used an online ebook tool called StoryJumper to create an example of the ebook my students will be creating for their … Continue reading →

The following link is to a website I created which presents 3rd grade students with a Virtual Field Trip to Washington D.C. including the U.S. Capitol Building, Jefferson Memorial, and Lincoln Memorial. This fun and interactive lesson also incorporates primary … Continue reading →

The relative advantage of using technology in social studies is it effectively teaches content knowledge and skills, builds deeper understanding of concepts, and makes curriculum more engaging and meaningful for students. By integrating technology into social studies you prepare students … Continue reading →

Lesson Plan Title: Symbols of Citizenship Subject: Social Studies Grade: 3rd Overview: This is a jigsaw activity designed as a cooperative learning activity where students will learn how to use several types of helpful and educational websites. Students will be … Continue reading →

The following are some online safety guidelines for K-5 elementary students. According to Internet Safety Tips for Elementary School Kids: Internet Safety Basics Help your kids understand that they should: Never share their names, schools, ages, phone numbers, or addresses; … Continue reading →

For this assignment I have developed a 3rd grade learning activity ‘How Can I Recycle?’ that incorporates three forms/tools for social networking. Students will use Edmodo, Wallwisher, and Wikispaces to interact directly with other students and teachers outside of our … Continue reading →

 VoiceThread link to Social Networking and Walled Gardens

To integrate hypermedia into a 3rd grade social studies curriculum I have created a video library on American Heroes: Abraham Lincoln, Benjamin Franklin, Martin Luther King Jr., and Thomas Jefferson. The following videos are for my students to observe and … Continue reading →

Spreadsheets in the 3-5 Classroom The following are examples of spreadsheets that can be used in various subjects to help students organize data. Lung Capacity With this experiment and graph you can see how much air your lungs can hold. … Continue reading →