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Computer Education for Teachers: Integrating Technology into Classroom Teaching, 4/e
Vicki Sharp, University of California - Northridge
Teacher Tool Software, Graphics, Arts, and Music

Chapter Outline

TEACHER TOOL SOFTWARE, GRAPHICS, ART, AND MUSIC

I. Teacher Tool Software

  1. Teacher tool software is not meant for the student but for the teacher, to assist with grade keeping, test generating, flashcard makers, puzzle and work sheet generating, and statistical analyze.
  2. These programs reduce time and improve accuracy by assisting the teacher with chores that cannot easily be done by traditional means.
  3. Teacher tool software should be selected that fits the teacher's needs, saves time, and results in more effective output.
  4. Electronic grade books can quickly inform students, parents, and administrators about pupil classroom performance.
  5. Test generators resemble word processors in their capabilities and have various test formats and options, e.g., Test Designer Supreme II, Teacher's Tool Kit, Teacher's Resource Companion Deluxe, Test Creator.
  6. Puzzle Makers motivate pupils studying potentially unexciting topics and can be used to generate a variety of types of puzzles, e.g., Crossword Companion Deluxe, Crossword Studio, Word Bingo, Word Cross, Crossword Creator, Puzzle Power, Crossword Deluxe.
  7. Drill sheet programs produce worksheets in a variety of formats, e.g., Worksheet Magic, Math Companion, Make-a-Flash.
  8. Portfolio programs allow students in all curriculum areas to create an electronic portfolio, an organized collection of documents that is used by the student to reflect the student's knowledge, skills and learning accomplishments, e.g., Portfolio Builder for Power Point, Scholastic's Electronic Portfolio.
  9. Other useful utility programs produce labels, time lines, attendance charts, flowcharts, and lesson plans, e.g., TimeLiner 5.0, Lesson Plan Helper, Teacher TimeSavers, Research Assistant, Inspiration.
  10. Statistical programs from simple to complex help teachers make calculations and analyze statistics, e.g., StatView 5.0, GB Stat, and NCSS 2000 Statistical Analysis.
  11. Graphics software, which can be divided into four categories, allows the user to create and manipulate picture images in the computer that range from a simple pie graph to a detailed anatomical painting.
  12. Music Software









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