effective use of 
technology
in the classroom
hardware
software
internet
communication
community
the setup in
your classroom
what tools do 
you have?
what may 
you need?
get your own stuff
then, learn from it...
selfishness in this
regard is not a 'bad' thing!
be independent
ask a colleague for help
extension cords
cables
zip ties
carts

tape
increase your general knowledge!
hardware
on the move
get a flash drive for all
your files

copy machines
printers
scanners
and lots of other things...
software
internet
communication
community
questions before we continue?
know your building hardware:
preparation

independence

learning
key concepts
find the right 
software 
for you...
and learn it well!
what you do in your classroom will dictate what you get...
invest the time it takes to learn something new
this strategy pays off big-time!
challenge yourself to increase your comfort level
math, science, social studies, english, whatever!
MAC vs. PC?
they're almost the same, and use the same programs (for the most part)
the debate:
create vs. compute
software I use 
every day:
Pages
Keynote
Google Docs
Firefox
key concepts
'right stuff

invest time

challenge
key concepts
effective search

wikipedia

power-browse
know how to search effectively!
use reputable sites
Google, AltaVista, BBC News, etc.
Wikipedia is not evil!
teach how to use it - don't be scared of it!
Many articles, esp. for education, are locked...
be a power-browser!
Learn keyboard shortcuts, search history, grouping, RSS, and more
site:gov
"using quotes"
not
images & video
embrace the power
of email
carefully!
setup short-cuts
email distribution lists
auto-forwards, replies
personal vs. professional signatures
same for email accounts!
practice business 
tone & style
full time, always, 24/7 - mandatorily!
attach a disclaimer to your email
key concept
smart practice
communicate your classroom to others
blogs
newsletters
mass emails
create a website
host files, lectures notes
use wikis!
call home
not just the 'bad' calls!
"they're doing great!"
invite people
allow others to connect with you through technology
avoid
myspace
facebook
key concepts
create

relationships

connect
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Andreas Johansson
www.eajohansson.net