Ways
to Integrate Technology into
the Elementary Curriculum
By Amber Chmelecki
1. Internet
- Educational Games
- Research (for students and teachers)
- Web Pages
- Educational Videos
- Communication
2. MS Word
- Templates
- Tables
- Worksheet Activities
- Type Paper
- Concept Map
- Journal Writing
- Creative Writing
3. MS Paint Software
- Draw Pictures of Shapes
- Draw Pictures of Seasons, Holidays, etc.
- Draw Pictures to go with Writings
4. MS Excel
- Create Charts
- Grade Book
- Math Equations
- Spreadsheets
- Graphs
5. Graphic Organizer
- Organizing Ideas
- Pre-writing Organizer
- Book Reports
- Compare & Contrast
6. Software Programs
- Learn & Practice Content
- Educational Games
- Teaches Basic Skills
7. Camera
- Capture Real-World Objects
- Drama Plays with Camera
- Pictures for Classroom Displays
- Document Fieldtrips
8. SMARTBoard (Interactive Whiteboard)
- Display Computer Information & Activities
- Presentations by Students & Teachers
- Interactive Games
- Take Roll/Attendance
9. Overhead Projector
- Write & Draw- Students & Teachers
- Present Information & Activity on Whiteboard
- Use with all Content Areas