Teacher Tools



Mind Mapping/Graphic Organizers
Mindmeister - Mind mapping is a powerful technique for constructing meaning and relationships.  Whether it is called brainstorming, mind mapping or graphically organizing, it is a common classroom learning strategy.  Mindmeister is a classical style mind mapping tool that allows the users to create and structure maps with multiple nodes.  Further, it allows the user to collaborate with a group of peers by invitation.  The end product can be printed or exported in a variety of offline formats.
Graphic Organizer Websites 

Research
NoodleTools - provides innovative software that teaches students and supports teachers and librarians throughout the entire research process.
World Book Online - online encyclopedia including activities and tools; available in World Book Kids, World Book Student and World Book Advanced
Searchasaurus - online database with research/information topics for student use; offers both a dictionary and an encyclopedia
TeachingBooks  - online resource for students & teachers regarding books and authors; includes author programs, book guides, book readings, author websites and an educator area
NetTrekker - an online Internet search service to which our district subscribes; safe, leveled Internet searches that can be read aloud to students

Graphing
Create a Graph - Choose from five different graphs and charts. Cannot embed, but can print out.
Chart Gizmo -  Create charts for your website, blog and social network profiles.
Useful for visualizing financial, scientific or other type of data. 
Lovely Charts
Crappy Graphs 
Ideas for Technology Integration

Tools for Young Learners
Ten Top Technology Tools for Teachers
Education World - Technology Tools
Technology Integrating Tips
On-Line Assessment Tools
Teachers with Apps Blog  - iPod Touch/ iPhone Apps Blog for Teachers

Other Resources
Shelfari - share your virtual bookshelf with students, co-workers, and friends; rate books, meet books for book discussions, keep track of books others have recommended and what you have read or want to read in the future


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