The purpose of this assignment is for us to show our skills in producing a basic word document. My document is about an unpleasant experience with technology in the classroom. The following ISTE standards are among the many that are applicable:

* Demonstrate introductory knowledge, skills and understanding of concepts related to technology.
* Plan for the management of technology resources within the context of learning activities.

* Plan strategies to manage student learning in a technology-enhanced environment.

* Manage student learning activities in a technology-enhanced environment.

* Model and teach legal and ethical practice related to technology use.

The software review is presented as a slide show which is best viewed in Internet Explorer Browser. I did a review on Easy Grade Pro which is the grading program I use at my school. After doing the research for the slide show, I learned many things that the Grade Pro could do that I was unaware of. I have made slide show before but this is the first one I've made utilizing many of the features available.

* Apply current research on teaching and learning with technology when planning learning environments and experiences.

* Identify and locate technology resources and evaluate them for accuracy and suitability.

* Apply technology in assessing student learning of subject matter using a variety of assessment techniques.

* Apply technology to increase productivity.

* Use technology to communicate and collaborate with peers, parents and the larger community in order to nurture. student learning.

Our WebQuest was designed to help teachers understand what a WebQuest is and how to plan and produce one. We worked as a group (Amanda, Natalie, Leanette and me) to produce “Trading Classrooms.” It was a true learning experience for me as I had never seen a WebQuest before. Many ISTE standards we applicable therefore I’ve only included a few here:

* Demonstrate continual growth in technology knowledge and skills to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies.

* Design developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that apply technology-enhanced instructional strategies to support the diverse needs of learners.

* Apply current research on teaching and learning with technology when planning learning environments and experiences.

* Plan for the management of technology resources within the context of learning activities.

* Plan strategies to manage student learning in a technology-enhanced environment.