Resources for Integrating Technology into the Curriculum

Edmodo

Edmodo is a secure social learning network that is geared for classroom use.  Edmodo is a place where teachers can post notes, assignments, quizzes, links, polls, etc.  Students log into their account where they have their own profile.  Students follow the instructions given by the teacher.  There are options to post responses to the wall for the class to view or to post items privately so only the teacher can view, such as assignments and quizzes.  Students can earn badges for the work they do.  There is really no end to how much a class can use Edmodo.  Here is a link to an introduction video on what Edmodo is about.

Edmodo at a Glance

Note to Teacher:  After the teacher has created their free account, they will be given a group code that the students will need to create their account.  Students do not need email addresses to create the account with the group code.

Technology Needs:  Edmodo can be accessed from any Internet sources.  There is also an Edmodo app for iPad users.


ScootPad

Scootpad.com is a K-5 program web based program and is iPad friendly with its own app.  ScootPad is the ultimate way to master math and reading skills.  It’s self-pace and personalized practice keeps kids engaged & challenged.  It 100% supports Common Core Standards and concepts.  It shows the teacher real-time progress tracking and concept proficiency insights.

TodaysMeet

TodaysMeet allows the teacher to create a "digital" space where every student in the class can become engaged simultaneously.  All the teacher needs to do is create a room and set the time frame for the needs of the class.  The students and teacher can read and comment to  the selected topic.  Ideas for this include an exit slip, correct use of punctuation, verb tenses, etc.  The possibilities are endless.

Note to Teacher:  No account or sign up is necessary.  Just make note of the URL that was created and give  the web address to your students.  They can go to the address and begin.  If you use a website or Edmodo, copy and paste the URL into a note and all the students need to do it click on it to begin.  When the conversation is over, click on the transcript link to view all the comments. 

Technology Needs:  TodaysMeet can be used over any Internet source, including iPads.

Khan Academy

Khan Academy is best known for their instructional videos in math, however they are also a valuable resource for science, computer science, finance and economics, humanities, and test prep.  Most of these videos are geared towards high school students.

Note to Teacher:  Students are not requires to have an account to view the videos, however if students create an account there progress will be saved for them.

Technology Needs:  Khan Academy videos can be viewed from any Internet source, including iPads.  Khan Academy also has an app for the iPad that is user friendly.


Brainpop and Brainpop Jr.-

Brainpop and Brainpop Jr. are student friendly instructional videos on many curriculum subject areas.  Students love viewing these videos as an introduction to what an upcoming objective might be.  Brainpop and Brainpop Jr. (for K-3 students) requires a paid subscriptions.  Teachers can purchase a yearly subscription or subscriptions can be purchased for districts.  Both Brainpop and Brainpop Jr. offer a few free videos that do not require a log in to view.