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Critical Evaluation of Information - Kathy Schrock
Grades
3 to 12
tag(s): artificial intelligence (303), bias (33), brainstorming (19), evaluating sources (45)
In the Classroom
Create a "Fact or Fiction?" research challenge in which students compare information from multiple sources and justify which source is most reliable. Ask students to evaluate AI-generated responses, articles, or images using the same critical evaluation criteria provided on the site. Have students evaluate a website using one of Schrock's grade-level evaluation guides and determine whether the source is trustworthy.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Dewey Decimal Classification - Online Computer Library Center
Grades
5 to 8tag(s): classification (20)
In the Classroom
Share this site on the interactive whiteboard or projector to help prepare students for the library when working on a research project or paper. It is a quick activity, and can be done as a class to save time. Have students take turns leading the group through the tour to encourage active participation.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Dr. Watson
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Search Engines
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6 to 12tag(s): search engines (42)
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Smarter Surfing - Sree Sreenivasan
Grades
1 to 12tag(s): search strategies (18)
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HTML for Kids - Jill Jeffers Goodell
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): design (76)
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Linktionary
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1 to 12Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Internet and Children - What Works? - NTIA
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Microsoft Security and Privacy - Microsoft
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1 to 12tag(s): internet safety (121), Microsoft (55), worms (5)
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Internet Blocking in Public Schools- A Study on Internet Access - Electronic Freedom Foundation
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Assistive Technology Basics - Understood.org
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1 to 12tag(s): resources (80), Special Needs (46)
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The Journey Inside - Intel Corp.
Grades
4 to 8tag(s): computers (115)
In the Classroom
This one can be a useful introduction for both students and teachers. After familiarizing the students with the site using a projector or interactive whiteboard, set a link up on classroom computers for individual or pair exploration or on your website for blended or flipped learning classrooms. Have students keep a digital journal with illustrations and images using Penzu, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Accessibility Guide for Microsoft Products - Microsoft
Grades
1 to 12tag(s): Microsoft (55)
In the Classroom
Take advantage of the training, tutorials, and resources to help those with disabilities maximize the accessibility features of Microsoft products.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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NSF Classroom Resources - National Science Foundation
Grades
4 to 12tag(s): antarctica (28), arctic (33), biomes (96), chemicals (36), computers (115), cultures (290), earth (194), engineering (141), environment (253), fractions (179), geometric shapes (153), numbers (120), origami (15), planets (123), robotics (30), space (248), symmetry (32)
In the Classroom
Bookmark this site as a reference site for finding further material. Under each subject, find a variety of formats from forums and articles to videos, interactives, podcasts, experiments, and more. Some of the resources on this site may lead to a starting point for individual or group projects. Use parts of this site at a center. Share this site with staff (especially new teachers) and parents looking to extend science and math activities at home.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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History of the World Wide Web
Grades
1 to 12tag(s): internet safety (121)
In the Classroom
This site could be used to supplement a class about technology, or a class on the history of communication. If assigning research projects, this would be a great reference to provide for students. Note: the site seems to be under a lot of construction, so verify that it is in working order before providing it to students.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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GCF Learn Free - Tech Tutorials - TechTutorials.com
Grades
1 to 12tag(s): computers (115), professional development (319)
In the Classroom
Share this site with the technology coordinator for your school district. If you or a student are trying to teach yourselves a specific or specialized software program, these tutorials may be just what you need.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Search Engine Showdown - Greg R. Notess
Grades
1 to 12tag(s): computers (115), search engines (42)
In the Classroom
Share this with your older students before they start a research project.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Computer Ergonomics for Elementary School - CergoS
Grades
7 to 12tag(s): engineering (141)
In the Classroom
Share this site with the educational technology staff at your school to ensure that your school's computer lab encourages good ergonomics.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Living Internet
Grades
6 to 12tag(s): resources (80)
In the Classroom
This site is a good starting point for an individual research project or class room discussion on the origins of the Internet. Consider creating a list of questions based on the site and allow students to navigate the site in search of the answers.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Electric Teacher Microsoft Office Tutorials - Cathleen Chamberlain
Grades
1 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): Microsoft (55), spreadsheets (21), tutorials (50)
In the Classroom
Bookmark this site on your computer and classrooms computers to find suggestions on how to use specific portions of Microsoft Office 10 software. Use your interactive whiteboard to share topics with students. Include this site with your bookmarks for computer tutorials using a bookmarking tool like URL list, reviewed here. Encourage students to include comments (example: use this site to find great information on new features of Excel) when sharing resources using Papaly to make finding information easier for everyone. Ask students to enhance their learning and create infographics featuring tutorials of commonly used programs in your classroom. Canva Infographic Maker, reviewed here, offers templates and designs to easily make infographics. Alternatively, enhance learning by challenging students create a video explanation with tips using FlexClip, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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