Curated OER
Using KidPix
Students discover how to use a software program known as KidPix. They create a slideshow noting the differences between rocks and minerals. They share their slides with the class.
Curated OER
Differential Thermal Calorimetry
Students access prior knowledge of infrared rays, ultraviolet rays, gamma rays, x-rays and cosmic waves. In this electromagnetic waves lesson, students hold a mock trial electromagnetic spectrum. Students present characteristics of the...
Curated OER
Geogebra Basics
Students identify basic geometric shapes using Geogebra. In this geometry instructional activity, students work on a laptop as they explore different geometric shapes. They calculate the area and perimeter of triangles.
Curated OER
Exploring Quadratic Equations
Eleventh graders explore quadratic equations. In this Algebra II lesson, 11th graders use Geometer’s Sketchpad to explore the properties of quadratics and the connections with polynomials and linear equations. The lesson is...
Curated OER
WILD WORLD OF HURRICANES
Students study and orally share information about the wild world of hurricanes through the use of the Internet. Groups orally present their answers to the class, which may be recorded by a video camera.
Curated OER
Beyond the Earth Part II
Learners explore the solar system. In this solar system lesson, students use Internet and print resources to research a component of the solar system. Learners create travel brochures based on their research findings.
Curated OER
For Sale! Part 2
Middle schoolers use storyboarding software to create a storyboard for a movie about selling their school building. They use the storyboarding software as a tool to organize the different shots or scenes that will appear in their movie.
ACT360 Media
Act Den (Digital Education Network) Software Tutorials
Free online tutorials for computer software, including FrontPage, Office, PowerPoint, and Outlook Express are generously offered at this website. Students will find it easy to follow Agent Max Millennium as he guides them through...
CBS
Tech Republic: Project Manager: Graphics 101
Detailed beginner's tutorial in creating online graphics. Requires access to a bitmap editor. Choose among topics, or work the entire 15 page tutorial in order.
ACT360 Media
Act Den: Graphics Den
If you have Paint Shop Pro on your computer you can follow these tutorials offered by Graphics Den to learn new ways of making graphic art. After your work is completed you can submit it to the online gallery.
Other
W3 Schools: Html Canvas Tutorial
Learn how to use HTML canvas, a programming element used to draw graphics on a web page.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Computers in Chemistry at Cabrillo College
The Computers in Chemistry at Cabrillo College project creates visually compelling and effective educational chemistry software for both students and instructors. Includes molecular models, student exercises, tutorials, and posters that...
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Flow Charting App Inventor Tutorials
Students design and create flow charts for the MIT App Inventor tutorials in this computer science activity about program analysis. In program analysis, which is based on determining the behavior of computer programs, flow charts are an...
Other
Web Reference: Graphics
WebReference contains many tutorials on many different topics in relation to graphics. It also includes links, informative essays, and interviews.
Other
Graphic Greats: Photo Treatment
This resource presents an article about the use of photos in documents.
Other
Photoshop Cafe
A site that focuses on Adobe Photoshop tricks and techniques. There are many image examples, tips, and tutorials!
Other
Planet Photoshop
A tutorial and resource for learning Adobe Photoshop techniques and real-world uses.
Other
Digital Media Online: Digital Animators
A site from Digital Media Online devoted to creative digital animators. Includes articles about what's going on in the field currently, as well as tutorials and software reviews.
Colorado State University
Colorado State Writing Center: Guide to Desktop Publishing
This resource provides information about the process of desktop publishing, including the principles of layout and design.