Computer Tips

Computer Safety | Research Strategies | Building a Web Page |
PowerPoint | KidPix | Clip Art & Images

 

Computer Safety

• NetSmartzKids - fun games that help you get 'Net smart
• Kids' Rules for Online Safety
• 2SMRT4U - Type Smart. Post Wisely - staying safe when you blog, IM, etc.

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Research Strategies

• Evaluating Websites - "some questions to ask when you're looking at a site that will help you decide whether or not it's good"
• Oregon School Libraries Research Center - good examples and step-by-step instructions on search strategies, plus taking notes, citing sources, and more

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Building a Web Page

• WebMonkey for Kids - learn to build your own web page; includes projects, games, and web design tools

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Using PowerPoint

• PowerPoint in the Classroom - learn to make slideshows for presentations

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Using Kidpix Deluxe 3

• KidPix Tip Sheet

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Using Clip Art & Digital Images

The images found below are freely available but you must always cite your source (tell where you got it).

• INSPIRE's Image Collection - log in automatically at school or the public library, but from home you need to get a free account; guide to using the Image Collection
• Library of Congress American Memory Collection - this is a huge collection and you may need some help, but there are thousands of historical images here.
• Open Clip Art Library - use the browse box at the top, or look for a keyword in the list. The more images under that keyword, the bigger the text.
• Pics4Learning - lots of photos

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