it’s iNavis… the teacher technologist

Girls and Computers
• Why should we be concerned?
• How can educators evaluate electronic resources to determine their potential appeal to girls and to stimulate an interest in technology?
Examining the Gender Gap in Technology
http://sitemaker.umich.edu/356.dovzan/evidence_and_explanations_of_the_gender_gap
This University of Michigan site explores why we should be concerned about the low numbers of women in technology fields, and offers solutions [...]

Classroom Blogging – Taking it to a New Level
Study Explores the Online Behavior of Tweens and Teens
http://www.nsba.org/site/doc.asp?TRACKID=&VID=2&CID=90&DID=41336
The results of the National School Board Association’s online behaviors study show that 96% of students with online access use social networking tools such as text messaging and blogging. How to convince your administrator blogging has value? Read the [...]

Four Terrific Tech Resources
Which new tech tools are having a significant impact on teaching and learning in many classrooms?
What are some cutting-edge web resources that reflect interactive and collaborative learning trends?
Infinite Thinking Machine
http://www.infinitethinking.org/
Sponsored by Google and written by educators, this is a top site for keeping informed about the newest tech trends. If you only [...]

Tips for Successful Student-Created Videos
* What are the “must-know” tips to create effective digital videos?
* Are there some ready-made digital video lessons to implement easily at the end of the school year?
* Where can I find an effective rubric to use when evaluating student video projects?
Ten Tips for Capturing Great Video
http://education.apple.com/education/ilife/howto/digitalmovie_tips/
The Apple Computer staff provides [...]

Digital Photo Tips
* What are the most important timesaving tips for effectively using digital cameras in the classroom?
11 Tips to Taking Quality Photos
http://www.oswego.org/staff/cchamber/funphotos/
Cathy Chamberlain describes 11 helpful tips for ensuring that your photos are the best that they can be. Many visual examples are included to use with your students.
Adobe Digital Kids Club: Lessons and [...]

Best Webinars for Teachers
* How are Webinars making it possible to participate in interactive professional development with top education experts without leaving home?
* Which Webinars offer the best professional growth opportunities for teachers?
EdTechConnect
A series of free webinars sponsored by Discovery Education to help teachers integrate technology into the classroom. With a telephone and an Internet- [...]