Ways
to Integrate Technology into
the Elementary Curriculum
By: Nikki Galli
1. Internet
- Educational Games
- Research (students & teachers)
- Develop 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 Writing
4. MS Excel
- Create Charts
- Grade Book
- Math Equations
- Spreadsheets
- Graphs
5. Graphic Organizer
- Organizing Ideas
- Prewriting Organizer
- Book Reports
- Compare & Contrast
6. Software Programs
- Learn & Practice Content
- Educational Games
- Teaches Basic Skill
7. Camera
- Capture Real World Objects
- Drama Plays with Camera
- Pictures for Classroom Display
- Document Field Trips
8. SMARTBoard (Interactive Whiteboard)
- Display Computer Information & Activities
- Presentations (students & teachers)
- Interactive Games
- Take Attendance
9. Overhead Projector
- Writing and Drawing (students & teachers)
- Presenting Information and Activities on the Whiteboard
- Used with all Content Area