1. Using Technology to facilitate K-12 Instruction

2. Why use Technology? Engaging Save Time Organize Information Learn new information form the web Learn new information from games Learn new information from video’s No pen and paper No Books Fun

3. Types of Technology Computers Projection Screens Smart Boards Internet Video Games Mobile Gaming Smart Phones

4. What can computers do…?

5. How can projection screen benefit us?

6. Why use Smart Boards in the classroom? No pen and paper Students can manipulate objects on the screen Students can write, draw and work-out problems on boards Teachers can write problems and explain View on a large scale Engaging No mess with erasing

7. Why use Internet? Research Find Different Information from articles, online books, and journals Real-time results No Books Engaging

8. Why use video games/ mobile gaming? Learn new material Interactive learning Engaging Independent learning No Mess No pen and paper Fun Improve fine motor skills

9. Why use smart phones? On the go learning Organize information Web surfing made easy Share information with peers Connected to phone

10. What to keep in mind when using technology in the classroom Show students how to use it the correct way Do not get upset with technology Give students limits on the web Encourage staff to use technology Research the newest technology