Ways to Integrate Technology into
the Elementary Curriculum
By Megan Griffin
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
& 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
- Creative
Writing about Pictures
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 & Activities on Whiteboard
- Use
with all Content Areas