moved to focusing in on project-based software that can be used across =
grades and for any subject area. Websites/tools are used for subject =
specific coverage. (Check out Gizmos at explorelearning.com which is =
focused on science and math and is very good.)
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Some of the software we use a lot:
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Inspiration / Kidspiration (Note: www.mywebspiration, the online =
version in Inspiration, is still be offered for free.)
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Smart Notebook (We do have Smartboards in some classes, but all our =
students and teachers use this software even without Smartboards. The =
new math tools add-on is quite comprehensive.)
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Powerpoint / Keynote / Impress - Most of us have at least one of these =
tools, and they are quick and easy to use.
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Pixie 2 - Drawing and animation
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WebBlender / Rapidweaver - Quick easy website creation
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Comic Life=20
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Some of the online things we use:
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Discovery Streaming - Lots of videos as well as other resources
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BrainPop Jr. - Short animated videos the kids love
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Gizmos - Math and Science=20
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Eduction City - Review and Remediation ideally for K-2
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ALEKS - We use the Quicktables subscription for students that need =
review and the full ALEKS for our accelerated kids
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Renee Ramig
Seven Hills School
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From: A forum for independent school educators on behalf of Susan =
Morrissey
Sent: Tue 2/23/2010 6:09 AM
To: ISED-L@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU
Subject: Science and math software programs for elementary students
Hello educators,
I am currently upgrading the technology for my elementary students, and =
am especially interested in the best possible programs for science and =
math. If you have any recommendations for stellar programs or programs =
that didn't deliver as expected, would you share what you've learned =
with me please?=20
Off list I can be reached at susan.morrissey@yahoo.com or 978-774-8033.
Any help is most appreciated.
Warm Regards,
Susan Morrissey
Head of School
Meritor Academy
261 North Main Street
Middleton, Massachusetts 01949
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