Two veteran educators infuse 29 great articles from L&L with additional commentary and guidance for an uncommonly rich and usable array of language arts activities.
FEATURES
Ready-to-use strategies, projects, and portfolios
Tips and techniques for motivating special needs storytellers
Commentary and activities link software tools with con temporary learning theory
TECHNOLOGY
Lessons and activities use the Internet, CD-ROM encyclopedias, and simulation programs as well as word processing, database, Web design, painting/drawing, and multimedia presentation software.
Also available:
RSS for Educators: Blogs, Newsfeeds, Podcasts, and Wikis in the Classroom - ISBN 1564842398
Digital-Age Literacy for Teachers: Applying Technology Standards to Everyday Practice - ISBN 1564842290
The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) is the trusted source for professional development, knowledge generation, advocacy and leadership for innovation. ISTE is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders engaged in improving teaching and learning by advancing the effective use of technology in PK-12 and teacher education. Home of the National Educational Technology Standards (NETS), the Center for Applied Research in Educational Technology (CARET), and ISTE's annual conference (formerly known as the National Educational Computing Conference, or NECC), ISTE represents more than 100,000 professionals worldwide. We support our members with information, networking opportunities, and guidance as they face the challenge of transforming education.
Some of the areas in which we publish are:
-Web. 2.0 in the classroom-RSS, podcasts, and more
-National Educational Technology Standards (NETS)
-Professional development for educators and administrators
-Integrating technology into the classroom and curriculum
-Safe practices for the Internet and technology
-Educational technology for parents