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Read Works

Read Works: Using Cellphones and Computers to Transmit Information

For Teachers 11th - 12th
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about changes in communication after computers and cell phones. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Unit Plan
Technology Student

Technology Student: Computer Control

For Students 9th - 10th
This site describes and illustrates the most common hardware components found in a computer.
Website
Other

Abc News: Technology and Science

For Students 9th - 10th
ABC covers the latest news and events in computer technology and in science, and includes lots of related editorials and stories.
Unit Plan
Technology Student

Technology Student: Computer Numerical Control (Cnc)

For Students 9th - 10th
This site describes how Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines work and how they are used in computer-aided manufacturing (CAM).
Article
Computer Hope

Computer Hope: What Jobs Are Being Taken Over by Robots and Computers?

For Students 9th - 10th
A list of jobs that were replaced, and are being replaced or assisted by robots and computers.
Unit Plan
University of Washington

Uw: Disabilities, Opportunities and Technology

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The DO-IT Center serves to increase the success of people with disabilities and promotes the use of accessible information technology and universal design. Search the pages for content tailored to your needs.
Handout
US Department of Labor

Bureau of Labor Statistics: Network and Computer Systems Administrators

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information about network and computer systems administrators.
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Other

The Digi Barn Computer Museum

For Students 9th - 10th
This site chronicles the innovations in computer technology including computer hardware, computer software and computer advertising.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Google for Education: Children and Technology: Full Development Cycle

For Teachers 1st - 4th
Experience what it's like to work in the field of technology, and take on something never done before. Brainstorm, prototype, plan, implement, work in a team, coordinate between teams, learn from failures or enjoy a success.
Handout
Computer Hope

Computer Hope: Free Computer on Line Help

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Need help with a technology problem? Try this interactive, on-line tutor, discussion board site. Main topics are listed; click to see if your concern has already been answered, or type in your question and wait for a reply.
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Other

Mit Technology Review

For Students 9th - 10th
Technology Review is a magazine by MIT which seeks to "promote the understanding of emerging technologies and their impact on business and society." It provides you with daily technology information including events, discussions, and...
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Other

Old Computers Rare, Vintage and Obsolete Computers

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains a listing of old computer hardware as well as old computer ads.
Interactive
ACT360 Media

Act Den: The Museum of Modern Technology

For Students K - 1st
Informative, fun, and humorous tutorial that uses cartoon characters to provide an introduction to information technology. The tutorial covers operating systems/desktops, email, the world wide web, and networks.
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Other

Red Herring: The Business of Technology

For Students 9th - 10th
Monthly magazine covering the business of technology. Includes tracking of financial markets, articles, research and newsletters.
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Broward Education Foundation

Broward Education Foundation: Budget Technology [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Students will be divided into pairs and given a $1000 budget (imaginary) to create a project focusing on their area of interest within the school curriculum that will include a culminating audio/visual presentation. They must write an...
Lesson Plan
Crayola

Crayola: Birth of Bits and Bytes (Lesson Plan)

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This lesson plan incorporates many subjects! Students create a flow chart after studying the "Evolution," of computers. Also provides adaptations and references to use. (To access this lesson plan, you must register with Crayola.com....
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Ap Computer Science Principles

For Students 9th - 10th
A basic introductory course to computer science. Covers what computers are, their parts, and what they do; what the Internet is and how it works; some basic programming concepts; algorithms; data analysis; and global impact of computers...
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Goodwill

Gcf Global: Technology Buying Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
Get tips and information on buying a smartphone, tablet, computer, e-reader, and more.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Google for Education: Children and Technology: Privacy and Encryption

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Students simulate sending a secret message to a friend via the internet, attempting to deliver the message safely and securely.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Google for Education: Children and Technology: Robots and Block Diagrams

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
A robot can execute very primitive commands, but it needs instructions to combine them. For this lesson, look at two types of instructions: commands and conditionals. Students split into pairs and one becomes a robot while the other one...
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Other

Institution of Analysts and Programmers

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource is devoted to professionals who develop, install and test business systems and computer software, and contains member information and a news link.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Google for Education: Children and Technology: Programming in Scratch

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Students experience what is it like to be computer programmers through the children's computer coding game, Scratch, developed by MIT engineers.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Google for Education: Children and Technology: Concurrency and Synchronization

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Through attempts to perform tasks in sync with each other, students experience the computer science challenges of concurrency and synchronization.
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Other

Haines: Laptops Templates and Resources

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Looking for ways to easily integrate technology into your classroom? This site lays out a template of 10 classroom sessions that effectively models use of laptops in the classroom. Units include a HS English research paper, health class...

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