Technology


 * Teaching Social Studies with Technology**

=**Part One**=

One Simple Rule: Technology in the classroom is not the end but a means to an end.

However, in today's world many students may simply not learn the same way they used to. Take a look:

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 * What do you think? General observations?
 * What, if anything, caught your attention the most?
 * What do you believe to be the greatest implication for teaching and learning social studies?

=**Part Two**=

It is very important to remember that technology is not just a tool to be used for effective teaching, it is something that needs to be taught in and of itself. Our students, while learning history or psychology or government, can simultaneously be learning an array of skills that will prove useful once they graduate high school. No doubt world is getting much smaller as technology helps bring people together. And no doubt our students, if equipped with strong skills in the use of technology, will be happier, more confident, and capable global citizens. (Oh, and employers will like them too, but, contrary to what the politicians say, preparing children to work for someone else not the __primary__ reason to educate our children!)

Take a look at the National Educational Technology Standards for both students AND teachers. Consider these questions for discussion:


 * How do you measure up to the teacher standards?
 * Which of the student standards do you believe to be most easily adhered to? Most difficult?
 * How will you use technology in the classroom in ways that might meet these standards?

=**Part Three**=

Now we will share some of the resources we've posted to the other wiki page. You are to choose one that you've posted and highlight why you chose it and how it can be used in the classroom, whether as a tool for teaching, learning, or assessment. Be prepared to give a little tour!

Once everyone has presented their web resource, we will MOVE ON TO EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES.