Ways to Integrate Technology into
the Elementary Curriculum
By Courtney Edmondson
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 their Writings
4. MS Excel
- Create Charts
- Grade Book
- Math Equations
- Spreadsheets
- Graphs
5. Graphic
Organizer/Concept Map
- Organizing Ideas
- Pre-writing
Organizer
- Book Reports
- Compare and
Contrast Information
6. Software Programs
- Learn and
Practice Content
- Educational Games
- Teach Basic
Skills
7. Camera
- Capture
Real-World Objects
- Drama
- Pictures for
Classroom Displays
- Document Field
Trip
- Creative Writing
about Pictures
8. SMARTBoard
(Interactive whiteboard)
- Display Computer
Information and Activities
- Presentations by
Students and Teachers
- Interactive Games
- Take
Roll/Attendance
9. Overhead Projector
- Write and Draw -
Students and Teachers
- Present
Information and Activities on Whiteboard
- Use with all
Content Areas