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Resources for Technology & Applied Studies

• Note : Individual resources are suitable for teacher use with all education levels unless specifically indicated otherwise.

1. Australian Sites :
• Betts Computers
  ‘A Free technology learning resource’. Covers senior secondary courses [New South Wales based, but applicable in other states and territories], incorporating all course aspects. Some pages require registration but all resources are Free.
• Computer Training Lesson Plans
  [For Tired Teachers]
  A mix of Fee-based and Free lesson plans, software, webquests and video lesson plans.
• David Brown’s Educational Resources
  Links to resources for computing and general IT. Includes software, tutorials, general and even hardware information.
  Secondary
• Intad - Resources
  Browse an extensive range of annotated links to resources for this area compiled by the Industrial Technology & Design Teachers’ Association of Queensland. Browse by alphabetical grouping, by full listing, search the listing or suggest an addition.
  Highly Recommended !
• Keith Lightbody’s Technology in Education
  [Web Site]
  ‘The main audience for this site is education but other people have also found it useful. I have allowed for people who are nervous about getting started or who want a clear and gentle introduction to computers, the Internet, digital cameras, scanning, video editing, etc.. Please be assured that the learning curve is not as steep as it was.’
  Primary, Secondary, Teachers, Parents
• List of Computer Skills
  [Addressed by the Year 6 Computer Skills Assessment]
  Done by the NSW Department of Education & Training. There is also a downloadable copy, in either RTF or Excel Workbook formats.
• Software Tutorials
  This is an extensive listing of annotated links from EdNA covering all areas of software and suitable for use in this curriculum area, especially at the Secondary level.
  Secondary
• Teaching Using the Internet
  Themes, key learning areas, other resources, worksheets, gifted & talented, behaviour management, links and more. Developed in Queensland.
  Primary
• Using the Internet
  ‘Designed as a unit of work for the Open Unit : “Using the Internet” in the Computer Studies Study Area Specification of Queensland Board of Senior Secondary School Studies.’
  Secondary
2. actden
   ‘Offers seven software tutorials, produced in conjunction with Microsoft K-12 Education, and seven exciting DEN courses. Each tutorial and online course offers up-to-date information and interactive features that encourage students to learn, think, and participate in the online community.’
3. Adobe Education
   ‘Read case studies, explore resources, find pricing, and learn how Adobe software can help faculty, teachers, and staff deliver engaging instructional experiences.’
4. Becta
   ‘Becta leads the national drive to improve learning through technology. We do this by working with industry to ensure we have the right technology for education in place. We also work to support the education workforce to make the best use of technology to improve learning.’ UK based, but much of the information can be transferred easily to other places.
5. edublogs.org
   ‘Provide Free blogs for teachers, researchers, librarians and other education professionals.’
6. European Food Information Council, The
   ‘Your guide to food safety & quality, and health & nutrition for a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle’.
   Secondary
7. Learn the Net
   Computing and internet skills for all education levels. The Internet, search engines, strategies and more. Some in HTML, others in Power Point.
   Primary, Secondary
8. Moodle Service Network
   ‘A course management system designed to help educators who want to create quality online courses. The software is used all over the world by universities, schools, companies and independent teachers. Moodle is open source and completely Free to use.’
9. Other K-12 ICT in Education Sites and Portals
   An annotated listing of sites covering ideas, processes, and techniques. Well worth visiting.
10. Teaching History With Technology
    ‘A resource created by a teacher, for teachers looking to incorporate technology into their classrooms !’ Articles, research, recommended software, educational links, publications and advice on starting.
11. Tech Learning
    ‘A resource for education technology leaders’. News, educators outlook. Resources has tools, career centre, sites for students, curriculum resources, planning & administrative resources.
12. Technology Education Lab
    Link directories covering ‘Science & Maths Resources’, ‘K-12 Education Resources’, ‘Reference Desk’, plus others. Links to sites such as Tech Kids and Tech Teens.
13. Technology Software - this incorporates commercial software. For Freeware, check the Educational Software page :
• 3-D Keyboard 3.02
  ‘The easiest way to type West European languages and special characters in Windows.’
• Letter Chase Typing Tutor
• Pre-Writing & Computer Skills
• Typing Master Pro
• Typing Test [Online]
  From Typing Master
• Typequick for Students [Kewala]
• Watsonia Computer Training
14. TechnologyStudent
    21 sections from the design process to vocational work. Each section can contain either extensive links for the topic, or specific guided activities. Other sites from their links page have also been included here.
    Secondary
15. TechTeachers
    ‘Here you can explore resources across the curriculum, and stay current with what is happening in the area of Educational Technology’. Check each of the curriculum directories as well as the others for information and support.
16. Thinkquest
    You will note a number of Thinkquest sites among the links on this site. These are done by students for students and are of exceptional quality. Most are the award winners over the last few years. For secondary technology students, this could provide an opportunity to make use of technological development, interests and staff encouragement to create something as good. It doesn’t take many students or teachers to be involved, just commitment and skill and we have students and teachers with both in Australian schools. Visit the site for information.
    Aussie School House also has a link to it.
    Secondary
17. WebCT
    ‘A leading provider of e-learning systems for educational institutions.’