Ways to Integrate Technology  into the Elementary Cirriculum
By Michaelyn Hoffman


1. Internet
    *Educational Games
    *Research (for students and teachers)
    *Webpages
    *Educational Videos
    *Communication

2. MS Word
    *Templates
    *Tables
    *Worksheet Activities
    *Papers
    *Concept Map
    *Creative Writing

3. MS Paint Software
    *Draw pictures (shapes, seasons, holidays, etc.)
    *Draw pictures to go with their writings

4. MS Excel
    *Create Charts
    *Grade Book
    *Math Equations
    *Spreadsheets
    *Graphs

5. Graphic Organizer
    *Organizing Ideas
    *Pre-writing Organizer
    *Book Reports
    *Compare and Contrast

6. Software Programs
    *Learn and Practice Content
    *Educational Games
    *Teaches Basic Skills

7. Camera
    *Capture Real World Objects
    *Drama plays with camera
    *Pictures for Classroom Displays
    *Document Filed Trips
    *Creative Writing about Pictures

8. SMARTBoard (Interactive Whiteboard)
    *Display Computer Information
    *Presentations by Students and Teachers
    *Interactive Games
    *Take Role

9. Overhead Projector
    *Write and Draw-Students and Teachers
    *Present Information and Activity
    *Use with all Content Areas