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Scholastic

Scholastic: Computer Lab Favorites

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Over fifty online learning activities are presented here. An appealing interactive wheel allows students to choose subject area to sort the links. The activities are easily completed in 15 to 30 minute computer lab periods.
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AdLit

Ad lit.org: Questions to Ask Colleges About Assistive Technology Resources

For Teachers 9th - 10th
It is important that students with disabilities consider accommodations that colleges provide, including assistive technology (AT) devices and services. This Info Brief highlights differences between the availability of AT in the K-12...
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Infinitec: Resource Guides

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
These two resource guides are a great way to learn about the full array of assistive devices and services available for a wide variety of special hearing and vision needs for any age.
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TES Global

Tes: Using Museums to Inspire Design & Technology Projects

For Teachers 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] Design Toolkit for Teachers from theVictoria and Albert Museum is a guide to using museums to inspire design and technology projects. It includes information on why to use a museum to support the design...
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Council for Economic Education

Econ Ed Link: Technology Video and Quiz

For Students 9th - 10th
Economics website for students presents information on technology, productivity and resources.
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Microsoft

Microsoft: Types of Assistive Technology Products

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
A comprehensive list of different types of assistive technology products, which each include a description. A very helpful resource for special educators needing more information on types of assistive technology.
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Other

Education Services Australia:digital Technologies Hub: Ict vs Digital Technology

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This resource explains what the difference is between ICT capabilities and Digital Technologies, or DT. Includes an infographic, a blog article, a video [1:32], a chart showing how assessment differs for each, and a learning continuum...
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Teaching and Learning Resources: Learning Theories

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Presents a table comparing three major learning theories - behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism. Lists major theorists for each, the role of the teacher, key ideas, how learning happens, the place of educational technology,...
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University Prep: Guidelines for Responsible Use of Technology

For Students 9th - 10th
A school's policy outlining its expectations for the responsible use of technology by students.
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ReadWriteThink

Read Write Think: Paying Attention to Technology Reviewing a Technology

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Contains plans for five lessons that ask learners to write reviews of pieces of technology (cell phones, webcams, ink pens, satellite dishes, etc.) like they would write reviews of books. In addition to objectives and standards, this...
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Digital Citizenship: Acceptable Technology

For Students 9th - 10th
The Acceptable Use Policy is used in schools to help govern how technology and the Internet are used within the classroom. It is an agreement that is signed by both the parents and the student stating that they will follow the rules set...
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TES Global

Blendspace: At Resources

For Students K - 1st Standards
This eleven-part learning module provides assorted assistive technology references. This blendspace provides reading and writing video, print, and audio resources that will help special needs students with their reading and writing.
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Energy4Me

Energy4me: Hydraulic Fracturing Resources and Faq

For Students 9th - 10th
Many questions arise when people discuss hydraulic fracturing in their communities. Find answers to frequently-asked questions related to this technology.
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US Department of Education

U.s. Dept. Of Education: Office of Education Technology

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The U.S. Department of Education's Office of Educational Technology develops national policy and implements this policy through department-wide educational technology programs. Content includes budget and legislation information,...
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K12 irc.org: The K 12 Internet Resource Center: Drones

For Students 9th - 10th
The website is a collections of different types of resources about drones. This site provides and introduction to drones and their educational uses.
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Infinitec: Assistive Technology in School: Glossary of Common Acronyms and Terms

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
A glossary of terms that are used when discussing and learning about the use of assistive technologies in an educational setting.
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Other

The Canadian Science and Engineering Hall of Fame Resource for Teachers

For Teachers 9th - 10th
An interesting collection of science and engineering lesson plans and activities for students. Covers a wide range of grades.
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Duke: Center for Inquiry Based Learning

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Duke University has established the Center for Inquiry-Based Learning. It serves to enhance math and science lessons. Click on Resources for good examples of Inquiry-based lesson plans.
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E School News

For Teachers 9th - 10th
An online portion of a print publication that covers news, resources, and important information in the K-12 technology education field.
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Texas Education Agency

Texas Gateway: Chapter 4: Demand and Supply at Work in Labor Markets

For Students 11th - 12th
By the end of this section, you will be able to predict shifts in the demand and supply curves of the labor market, explain the impact of new technology on the demand and supply curves of the labor market, and explain price floors in the...
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Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History

Gilder Lehrman Institute: History Now: Technology of the 1800s

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] Article considers the inventions and innovations in communication, transportation, and manufacturing that drove America forward in the nineteenth century. Includes a link to an interactive history of...
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PBS

Pbs: Who Made America? Willis Carrier

For Students 3rd - 8th
Find information about the life and work of Willis Carrier, the inventor of the air conditioner, at this PBS site devoted to the role of technology in society. Site visitors can locate Carrier on a timeline, along with other...
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Common Sense Media

Common Sense Media: Education: Lesson: We the Digital Citizens

For Teachers 2nd
[Free Registration/Login Required] In this lesson, 2nd graders explore the amazing possibilities that come with using technology. They'll also learn from the Digital Citizens, who take a pledge to be safe, responsible, and respectful...
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Space Applications Centre: Geographical Information System Concepts

For Students 9th - 10th
The introduction of this article explains why GIS data is so critical to a government being able to plan for natural resources development and management. The article goes on to explain key geographic concepts, what GIS is and why it...

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