Monthly Archives: April 2012

Video and Sound Production Skills in the Classroom

Today’s students are media savvy. They listen to music, take pictures with cell phones and cameras, play electronic games, use the computer to download songs and view videos, and watch movies and television. They are avid consumers of a variety … Continue reading

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Use YouTube Videos in your Classroom

Are your students doing a research project or giving a presentation? Consider how YouTube can help! Videos posted to YouTube or elsewhere on the Internet are an excellent source of information. Documentaries, speeches, and how-to demonstrations are just some of … Continue reading

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Keyboarding is Not a Technology Program

Keyboarding is not a technology program. It is an essential skill to be able to use the computer efficiently. However, the ability to use the keyboard should not be the foundation of your technology program. Do not wait for your … Continue reading

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Desktop Publishing Skills in the Classroom

Desktop publishing is a technology skill used every time a publication is created. Desktop publishing involves using the computer to create visual displays of ideas and information by combining images and text to produce an attractive layout and design to … Continue reading

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Students Love Google Maps

I didn’t think my students would like the map making lesson. I thought they would find it boring. I was WRONG! My Grade 3 and Grade 4 students LOVED map making! I am teaching TechnoJourney, as a guest instructor. The … Continue reading

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Don’t Throw it Out! Salvage Parts to Repair Computer Equipment

Don’t throw it out! You can extend your IT budget by salvaging components from old computers. These parts can be used to repair other equipment, saving you from having to make a new purchase. I regularly repair computers using hardware … Continue reading

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Review How to Sort Google Images with Your Students

Take ten minutes at the beginning of class to transform your students into Internet Experts! In this blog article, I outline six options that make it easy for your students to find the perfect picture for their school assignment. Read … Continue reading

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