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=TeacherTechTools=

==This wiki is a space for teachers where you can find ideas and resources which will help you to integrate technology into your teaching and learning activities in your classroom. Many of the links will lead you to other resources pages which will be of help to you in your planning.==

**iPods in the Classroom**

 * **[[file:Beginner’s Guide to Podcast Creation.pdf]]** - a guide for those who want to know more about software and hardware needed to easily get started with podcasting with their students.
 * **[[file:Creating a Podcast with GarageBand.pdf]]** - a simple one-page guide listing how to plan, structure and write and effective podcasts.
 * **[[file:GarageBand Podcast Instructions.pdf]]** - a tutorial from Penn State Technology Department describing how to use GarageBand to create your podcasts.
 * **[[file:iPod Getting Started Guide.pdf]]** - a document from Apple addressing the educational uses of iPods in the classroom. Contains many resources for educational material to load on your iPods to turn them into mobile learning devices.

**Using Kidspiration to Inspire Your Teaching**
One of the best group of resources for Kidspiration information is found on your school website. Check out the resources that Roger Torbert listed on his Tech Resources pages.
 * **[[file:Kidspiration 2 Instruction Manual.pdf]]l**
 * **[[file:50 Uses for Inspiration and Kidspiration.pdf]]***

**Digital Storytelling: the Reading and Writing Connection**

 * **[[file:Digital Storytelling in the Classroom.pdf]]** - an interesting document discussing all of the 21st Century Learning skills as well as the reading, writing and literacy skills and concepts involved in digital storytelling projects. A great rationale for those who are hesitant to devote the time needed to use Digital Storytelling in their teaching.
 * **[[file:Digital StorytellingTutorial.pdf]]** - expert tips on how to create a polished, well-written digital story
 * **[[file:iMovie 08 Getting Started.pdf]]** - Apple's guide to using the latest version of their easy-to-use movie making software
 * **[[file:Capturing Stories-Intro to Digital Storytelling.pdf]]** - a document by Jake Brennan, an Illinois teacher who talks about the writing and literacy skills involved in creating digital stories
 * **[[file:Digital Storytelling Resources.pdf]]** - a list of resources for aspiring movie makers who want to use video in education*

**Integrating the Internet in Your Teaching**

 * **[[file:Integrating the Internet.pdf]]** - document detailing many of the concepts and skills inherent in using the Internet in your teaching along with numerous links to all sorts of teacher resources
 * **[[file:Strategies for Using the Internet in the Classroom.pdf]]** - short explanation of many of the educational uses of the Internet, along with links to good examples or resources for each strategy
 * **[[file:Web Site Resource List.pdf]]** - listing of all sorts of teacher resources for integrating the Internet
 * **[[file:WebQuest Template.pdf]]** - template for teacher to use when constructing classroom webquests. Can be used by all grade levels. Provides explanation of each of the sections of a webquest.