A totally free index of Internet resources for the K-12 Community.
The Internet provides a wide range of resources — especially for things technical. When searching the net, add the word “tutorial” or “introduction” to find introductory information.
Computers and the Internet have become integral parts of all our lives. Understanding how they work allows us to appreciate the tool for what it can (and sometimes cannot) do.
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Whether it is called digital citizenship, digital wellness or digital ethics the issues are the same; how should we act when we are online, and what should be taught to students. With the growth of Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) and 1:1 initiatives in schools there is a need to talk about responsible use of… learn more
This ISTE article looks at the on-line Digital Driver's License (DDL) project. As more schools go 1:1 and embrace bring-your-own-device (BYOD) initiatives, the need to teach students — and educators — about digital citizenship is intensifying. The DDL is a free and easy-to-navigate resource that schools or individuals can use to teach and measure digital… learn more
I’m Matt Miller, and I know exactly how you feel. It’s my passion to equip teachers to thrive in this new era of education and think differently about the craft of teaching. I provide practical, “use it in class tomorrow” solutions to teachers’ classroom needs. I also help them focus on what’s most important to keep… learn more
FactMonster provides a good, "easy read" overview of Computers and the Internet. learn more
Fact Check has received many awards as a neutral and non-profit group. Located within the Annenberg Center at the University of Pennsylvania, it assesses the accuracy of U.S. political news. Evaluating the Quality of Information FactCheck is another highly regarded fact checking website, mainly focused on U.S. politics. It is a project of the Annenberg… learn more
This HowStuffWorks page talks about the magic chip that changed everything. learn more
Kids in Tech strives to excite, educate, and empower children to acquire skills and confidence in technology through interactive after-school programs. Our programs focus on helping kids develop the necessary tech skills and aptitudes to participate in and be future leaders of the 21st-century innovation economy. learn more
Pew Research Center offers thoughtful reports, online presentations and latest findings about the impact of the Internet on American life. learn more
Use our educational technology resources to enhance your lessons and engage your students. Introduce topics and ignite conversation with these fifteen-minute mini-lesson PowerPoint Slides. To incorporate technology into your classroom, browse these listings for the best videos, digital books, websites, and online games to combine both the subject matter and a lesson on computer skills!… learn more
This works! is a technology education project for all first graders all around the world. Intended for first graders to use over a seven-week period of time, the materials focus on two aspects: technology skills and tranversal competence (21st century skills). Technology Industries of Finland wants to engage and activate students, and enable them to create and… learn more