1. Using the NETS in the classroom National Education Technology Standards for Students

2. Creativity and Innovation Students will demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology. Examples: Public Service Announcement for Tobacco Education Unit WebQuest Open House Video

3. Communication and Collaboration Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others. Examples Global Partnership Project VoiceThread in Writer’s Workshop

4. Research and Information Fluency Students use digital tools to gather, evaluate and use information. Example: The Mind and Reading Workstations

5. Critical Thinking, Problem Solving & Decision Making Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems and make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools and resources. Example Sequencing Podcasts

6. Digital Citizenship Students understand human, cultural, and societal issues related to technology and practice ethical behavior. Example Moodle: Wiki and Blogs

7. Technology Operations & Concepts Students demonstrate an understanding of technology concepts, systems and operations. Document camera Listening center Flip video

8. Photo Booth: Writing

9. PowerPoint: Math Geometry Scavenger Hunt Taking photos, importing photos and creating a visual represention

10. Mimio Independent & Whole Group Learning

11. Podcasts: Reading Response Winn Dixie Podcast Winn Dixie Podcast Jackie & Me Podcast Jackie & Me Podcast