GCSSD Technology Coach


		To set up a coaching session, email me directly or fill out a work order form at the Help Desk located at the District website.

	Writing Prompts! Features 501 writing prompts and covers many different writing styles.
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	Gibson Co. Special School District www.GCSSD.org

	Technology Literacy Frameworks and guidelines that outline what our students need to know to meet the challenges of the modern age. Included are online resources to support and enhance traditional subjects, skills and teaching practices. Grades PK-2 Grades 3-5 Grades 6-8 Grades 9-12

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	Comments? This site was built for you. It is intended to be place of useful information & links that will encourage you to integrate technology into your classroom. If you have any suggestions or comments about this website, please email me!
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	Podcasts to Check Out Here are a few Podcasts to check out! Most are free, all you have to have on your computer is iTures or another MP4 player. More Details

	Digital Storytelling Engage students in the art of storytelling. It is the modern twist of ancient story telling. It's fun, it's simple, students love it and so will you! More details

	PowerPoint Collection Click the link above to take you to a world of PowerPoint Lessons. Arranged by subject, you are sure to find a lesson that meets most standards! Updated Regularly!

	My goal for this site is to assist you in integrating technology in the core of the curriculum. I've made every effort to simplify this task by making resources more readily available to you. As a technology coach, my mission is to assist teachers in the development and use of technology rich lessons. I hope that this site becomes a tool that you utilize often and please know that I welcome any input that will assist in making this site a success.

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	10 Reasons You Should Blog 1. Its FREE! There's no charge for most accounts, and most don't even have advertising. 2. It's a quick and simple way to share ideas, photos, and thoughts. 3. You don't need to fill out paperwork! 4. Students can access it anywhere they can log on to the internet. 5. You can use it in place of your classroom newsletter.	Want to set up a blog but don't know where to start? Set up a coaching session and I'll help you get started! 6. If kids are going there, they are reading. Reading is good! 7. If kids are posting, they are thinking and writing. This is good, too! 8. You can use it as your class Web page, adding links to sites your students will access during the school year. 9. Older posts are archived and easy to access. 10. You can use it to build community. Your students can get to know you outside of the classroom.