Planning and Resources

Teaching with Technology

Each year, the Internet and other emerging technologies become more and more useful as classroom resources for students and teachers. Our Teaching with Technology section offers ideas as to how you can put technology to work in your classroom. Our articles also suggest some new educational tools that you can use to help you create an up-to-date learning environment.

"Electronic Portfolios: Assessment Catches Up with Technology"
Puts a new spin on student portfolios and gives recommendations as to how you can streamline your portfolio process to be more creative and organized.

"Searching the Internet Safely and Effectively"
Provides practical advice about how to teach your students to become safe surfers. The article also includes tips on how to conduct online research and evaluate Web sites.

State Technology Contacts
Visit the U.S. Department of Education to find the technology contact for your state.

"Teaching with Technology at Prentice Hall"
Lists the different technological resources and online activities that Prentice Hall makes available to teachers and students.

"Technology Tools for the Classroom"
Explains ways that you can improve your classroom projects by using a variety of teacher-friendly technology tools, such as a digital camera, a scanner, and Web authoring software.

Web Accessibility
Here are some tips to help people with disabilities access the Internet, including the Prentice Hall Web site.