How to make Powerpoint Presentations

Powerpoint presentation on basics of designing powerpoint presentations (designed by Michael Petro).

Microsoft Powerpoint Homepage gives, evaluations, tips, and software updates.

Technology Sites

Papers on Educational Technology by Chris Deede, who has written extensively about, and teaches the art of, distributed learning: http://www.virtual.gmu.edu/

Online community of sharing, collaborative teaching and ingenuity.  Worth a visit! http://www.2learn.ca/

CU See Me in schools:  http://www.gsn.org/cu

The Global SchoolNet Foundation (GSN), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, is a  major contributor to the philosophy, design, culture and content of Internet-based learning: http://www.gsn.org/

Virtual Field Trips: http://www.field-guides.com/

Technology resources: http://www.learningco.com/

Using technology in classroom: http://www.iste.org

Internet resources for teachers: http://www.education-world.com

Internet for Kids

Resources for kids: http://www.learningco.com/

Fun stuff for kids: http://www.kaleidoscapes.com/kidsplace/

School reform

Wisconsin education initiative.  Focuses on parent initiatives in schools, in particular on raising educational standards.  Good article expressing caution about full inclusion and school reform efforts. http://www.execpc.com/~presswis/


Professional development

Center for the Future of Teaching and Learning: http://www.cftl.org/

The Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) and The Technology & Learning Network (T&L) have formed a new, collaborative venture in newsletter publishing with online distribution of the TechLearning News e-mail newsletter.
TechLearning News will provide the latest information on educational technology plus news from CoSN and T&L.
You may subscribe to the news letter at on of the following:
http://www.cosn.org
http://www.techlearning.com

ASCD video series for Principals: Travel to the schools of successful principals and see their winning practices in action! See: ASCD website

Math reform

Articles on current math reforms: http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/mathman

Honest Open Logical Debate on math reform. Discusses concerns with new math reform. http://www.rahul.net/dehnbase/hold/

Research reports

Organization for quality education.  Advocacy papers on systematic phonics and direct instruction.
http://www.oqe.org/

National Center to Improve the Tools of Educators.  Good research reviews on effective instruction.  Good research synthesis on instruction for students with severe disabilities. http://idea.uoregon.edu/~ncite/

Reports designed to help you search through global markets and benefit your market program. Saves research time and money. http://hellerreports.com

Disabilities

Summaries of research reports in various content areas for youth with disabilities. http://curry.edschool.virginia.edu/curry/dept/cise/ose/information/interventions.html Frequently asked questions (FAQ) for parents, and info of interest to parents: http://www.pacer.org

Parents helping parents--a directory of parent resources: http://www.php.com

Explanations of disability diagnoses, links to government agencies and education sites: http://www.waisman.wisc.edu/kennedy/

Family Empowerment Network; links to educational resources, also access to several disability newsletters: http://www.downsyndrome.com

National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities. Includes a good publications section and a news digest series.  Good articles on involving students in IEP development, and on special education practices: http://www.nichcy.org

National Center to Improve Practice in Special Education through Technology, Media and Materials. Guided tour through 2 early childhood classrooms. Exemplifies effective teaching through modifying strategies and materials to meet individual needs. http://www.edc.org/FSC/NCIP

Beach Center provides how-to's, opportunity for parents to connect with other parents, laws, and links: http://www.lsi.ukans.edu/beach/beachhp.htm

Software

School Center, web based applications for engaged learning http://www.k12schoolwebpages.com or call 1-888-642-4448

Comprehensive list of web-based discussion software http://thinkofit.com/webconf/

Lest We Forget, A History of the Holocaust. Multimedia CD-Rom provides an incomparable study. Includes photos, film clips, speeches and other sound clips, timelines and maps. Product # TC 4002 United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. 1-800-259-9998 $59.95

Films

CRM Films (excellent quality, many on leadership and motivational themes) www.crmfilms.com

Liberation 1945:  Testimony Video--hear arresting eyewitness accounts of the liberation of the concentration camps in 1945.  Film may be segmented for classroom use. 60 mins. Product #TC 2003 United States Holocaust Memorial Museum 1-800-259-9998 $19.95

Newsletters

"International Strategies for Education Markets" The Heller Report Nelson B. Heller, PhD., Publisher. 9937 Lawler Avenue Suite 560 Skokie, IL 60077 http://HellerReports.com or info@HellerReports.com

Free webzine featuring articles that will assist educators as they face the challenge of integrating information technology tools in teaching and in managing educational organizations: http://ts.mivu.org/default.asp

Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD):  Stay on the cutting edge of educational issues with ASCD's free bulletin: http://www.ascd.org/readingroom/bulletin/ebullet.html

Internet World Magazine covers the hottest issues on the web.  From electronic commerce  to Java to web site strategies, it will tell you what's hot and what's not: http://www.iw.com

Up to date information from the NCCB on the Catholic Communication Campaign, which produces and supports media projects that promote Gospel values and brings the Catholic Church's message to the marketplace.

Catechetical Computer Resources
Harmony Media

Catechetical Resources
Catechetical Resources
Catholic Families
CyberFaith
Education Horizons
Maryknoll
Prayer Books Online
Resource Publications, Inc.
Everyday Catholic

Christian Magazine/Newspaper Publications
American Catholic
America Magazine
Catholic News Service
Magnificat
Our Sunday Visitor
Peter Li Education Group
Resource Publications, Inc.
Today's Catholic Teacher
St. Anthony Messenger Press
US Catholic
YOU!

Christian Movies
Russ Doughten, Mustard Seed International, Christian Movies

Christian Music
Heartbeat Records

Biblical Resources
American Bible Society
The Bible Gateway

Social Justice Issues
Catholic Relief Services
Archdiocese of Minneapolis/St. Paul Office of Social Justice
Free the Children International
The Hunger Site
Poverty USA
Salt of the Earth

Other
Cable in the Classroom
Catholic Web
Faith First
Home Faith
Parish Data System
Resources for Christian Living
High Wired
Open Wednesdays
National Confrence of Catholic Bishops
New York Times Learning Network -- Grades 3 - 12
The National Study of Youth and Religion

Publishing Companies/Catalogs
America, the national Catholic weekly magazine
Benziger
Faith Alive Books
Harcourt Religion Publishers
Liturgical Press
Oregon Catholic Press
Pastoral Press
Pauline Books and Media
Resources for Christian Living
Gospel Communications Network
Scholastic
Silver Burdett Ginn Religion
Sorin Books
St. Anthony Messenger Press
The Catholic Family Catalog
American Bible Society
Sadlier
RCL
Service
Resources
Divine Office
Istitute for Pastoral Initiatives
Virtual Learning Community
Monks

Theology
Christ World

Catholic International
UCA News

Current News Media
ABC
CBS
Sun Times
Chicago Tribune
CNN
e-News
NBC
NY Times
USA Today

Media Education
Media Literacy
Henry Nouwen Literacy Centre

Web-based Distance Education Information
First Monday

Other Religious Traditions
Torah

Meditation/Prayer Sites
Daily Meditations from Irish Province Jesuits
Daily Meditations From the Works of Henri Nouwen
Daily Prayers from the Austrailian Jesuits
Passionists Priests, Childrens Prayers

Interesting Web Sites
Catholic Canada Directory
Catholic Educators Resource Centre
Masstimes for Travelers
Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy Wpg.
St. Paul's College
Saints and Angels Page
Vatican
Catholic Communicators USA
Zenit News Agency
For a Little Fun
Family Spirituality from the Publishers of US Catholic
Images of Saints
The Mary Page

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