Instagrok and GlogsterUsing Technology to Write in the Curriculum Areas

Kimberly M. Howell-Martin, Media SpecialistPalm Terrace ElementaryNWP Presenter

Why write in the content areas?

Common Core StandardsK-5 Anchor Standards

Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of each source, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism.Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

Common Core Standards6-12 Anchor StandardsUse technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and to interact and collaborate with others.Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects based on focused questions, demonstratingunderstanding of the subject under investigation.Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, assess the credibility and accuracy of eachsource, and integrate the information while avoiding plagiarism.Draw evidence from literary or informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.

What the Research Says

Your Turn!

Use Instagrok to research a topic of your choice. You can stick with your grade level or subject area, or branch out and learn about something new!

Open a second tab and login to Glogster to create a poster about what you learned. Please include: one definition or concept, one graphic, one video, and one picture.

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Dexter, S., Doering, A., & Riedel, E. (2006). Content area specific technology integration: A model for educating teachers. Journal of Technology and Teacher Education, 14(2), 325-345.