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As a busy educator, you strive to incorporate standards and technology in your classroom, and to be a leader in your school. Is it possible to accomplish all this? The Resource Center can assist you by providing access to industry-leading tools to help educators at all levels, whether you're a technology novice, or you've been designing your school's Web site for years. The Resource Center is a starting point to provide you with the best resources available. Here you will find expert advice, award-winning Web sites, and unique lesson plans available for immediate use in your classroom. The Resource Center also features online tutorials and quick tips on everything from creating a school newsletter, to how to protect your privacy while online.
You may also review the Online Learner's Checklist to gauge whether the AALPDS program fits your professional development goals.
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Learn how to search the Web or connect with other teachers and technology experts with one of the Classroom Connect's online resources.
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Classroom Connect's Hints for Searching the Internet
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Classroom Connect's Connected Teacher site offers tips for finding information on the Net, using keywords for searches, understanding your search results, and troubleshooting.
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Connected Teacher's Teacher Talk
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Want to discuss the success of a recent lesson plan, or find a new plan that focuses on a unique topic? Visit Teacher Talk to share and receive feedback from your colleagues.
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Connected Teacher's Ask An Expert
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Ready to integrate technology in your classroom, but not sure how to start? Ask one of our online experts who can help you find the answers to your questions.
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Visit this collection of resources for trainers and staff developers who want tools to help teachers prepare for online professional development.
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Education Week
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Don't get left behind on current issues that affect your career. Get the latest on educational reform, schools, policies, and other hot topics in education through this complete online newspaper.
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Education World
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With thousands of online education links, this comprehensive database is searchable by keyword or topic, and has reviews of the latest education sites.
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Kathy Schrock's Guide for Educators
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Kathy Schrock has put together this categorized list of sites to help teachers enhance their curriculum. This is one of the best-known portal sites. Links are organized by subject area, and there is an extensive list of sites that are "Teacher Helpers."
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Internet4Classrooms
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Scroll down to the administrators' section, which has a wide range of tools and curriculum-based materials for teachers and administrators, including self-assessment instruments.
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Technology Leadership Institute
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The Technology Leadership Institute provides numerous links for planning, review of current academic issues, and other Web-based curricular resources.
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Kentucky Technology Impact Review Instrument
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The Kentucky Technology Impact Review Instrument is designed for use at the school or district level, in a team approach, to guide planning, and focus improvement efforts. The rubric helps evaluate where your teachers and administrators are with technology and professional development.
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National Staff Development Council
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This is the homepage of the premier "non-profit professional association committed to ensuring success for all students through staff development and school improvement."
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KPKing's Resources
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Study a compilation of resources and links for educational technology professional development that transforms the learner as authored by -
Kathleen P. King, EdD.
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STaR Chart
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Are you not sure if technology is being integrated effectively into your school? The STaR Chart mutiple-choice questionnaire will help you assess what your technology needs may be now and in the future.
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Teachers' Tools for the 21st Century: Report on Teachers' Use of Technology
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The U.S. Department of Education features a report on teachers using technology, and the barriers to be overcome.
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