Frank Westcott
Training Resources Welcome to my instructional technology training resources website. I plan on using this site to supplement training classes and workshop that I've offered. I will post workshop materials, relevant articles, websites, notes, presentations, etc. Use this site if you missed a workshop, need extra copies of the handouts, or would simply like to revisit some of the materials. To get started select a link from the menu above. To the left you'll find my pick for "Useful Site…
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Wikis
Wikis Let's look at Wikipedia for a moment. Skeptics and critics will often claim that Wikipedia is an unreliable source simply because "anyone can add and edit information". Does Wikipedia contain some misinformation, both intentional and accidental? Sure. Can you say the same thing for other… Read more
Web 2.0
Web 2.0 Workshop description: This workshop will explore a wide variety of free online tools that teachers can use to enhance and differentiate instruction, research, and collaboration. If terms like Web 2.0, Blogs, Podcasts, Wikis, and RSS feeds sound completely alien to you then you definitely want… Read more
Useful Site of the Month
Useful Site of the Month Think, YouTube for teachers. Many teachers who originally posted educational videos to YouTube have moved their videos over to TeacherTube. Unlike YouTube, TeacherTube is not blocked by the Internet filter. Check it out. teachertube.com Make Beliefs Comix This is an easy to… Read more
My Test Lab
I am using this page to test and try out new tools, gadgets, and other things of interest I find while playing online. Stuff I play around with on this page may eventually get tossed or incorporated into a workshop/training class. This page may be messy at times if I'm experimenting and testing things… Read more
About me
Who am I? My name is Frank Westcott and I am currently working as an Educational Technology Specialist. My primary responsibility as an Educational Technology Specialist is to assist teachers who would like to integrate technology into their curricula. In my role I am responsible for training (one-on… Read more
Internet Safety for Parents
Internet Safety for Parents Internet Safety Tips 1. Locate the family computer in a visible, open area. Make sure you can see the monitor. It’s even better when you can see the monitor and your child can’t see you when you are watching. 2. Post clear rules. Create an Internet Use Agreement or write… Read more
Photoshop Express
Adobe Photoshop Express At Photoshop Express you can quickly and easily accentuate your photos with easy-to-use options for resizing, cropping, sharpening, and more. Make your photos pop with fun, eye-catching effects and enhancements. Then share your photos in My Gallery, where you can create customized… Read more
PowerPoint 101
PowerPoint 101 Under Construction - Coming Soon!… Read more
New Teachers
New Teachers Below are a few of the tools you'll be using right away. I've included a brief description, links to the actual tool/website, as well as links to additional resources and training materials. The training materials will be very helpful but if you haven't already received any face-to-face… Read more
Vetting Spurious Websites
Vetting Spurious Websites Too often purveyors of hatred and calumny will try to masquerade their true agenda and promote their bias in cleverly designed, spurious websites. Others attempt to disguise their point of view and advance their propaganda using intentionally misleading websites that on the… Read more
advancedppt
PowerPoint: Beyond the Basics This workshop is designed for teachers who have a basic understanding of PowerPoint and already know how to create simple presentations. Together we’ll explore how to design more effective presentations and look at some advanced uses of PowerPoint. Learn how to use PowerPoint… Read more
Just for Fun
Just for Fun… Read more
Tuesdays @ Ten
Tuesdays @ Ten “Tuesdays@10” workshops are designed specifically for school secretaries and office assistants. Whether you are looking to learn a new technology skill or tool or simply wish to brush up on some existing knowledge these mini-workshops are perfect. Starting in January 2008 these short (… Read more
Google Tools for Teachers
Google Tools for Teachers Google is no longer simply a search engine. This workshop will introduce many of Google’s free, web-based tools that can be used in the classroom. In today’s class we will explore a variety of Google’s tools for teachers such as Google Search, iGoogle, Google Reader, Blogger… Read more
Searching for Information
Searching for Information Under Construction - Please pardon our appearance Resources Google Guide - Advanced Operators Google Cheat Sheet - pdf… Read more
Affiliates
Affiliates… Read more
Instructional Technology Workshops
Workshops Vetting Spurious Websites Internet Safety for Parents Web 2.0 Overview Google Tools for Educators PowerPoint 101 Coming Soon Collaborative Presentations: Reaching Audiences Beyond the Classrooms PowerPoint: Beyond the Basics SmartBoards - Work in Progress Wikis - Work in Progress… Read more
Vetting Spurious Websites
Vetting Spurious Websites Too often purveyors of hatred and calumny will try to masquerade their true agenda and promote their bias in cleverly designed, spurious websites. Others attempt to disguise their point of view and advance their propaganda using intentionally misleading websites that on the… Read more
Photoshop Express
Adobe Photoshop Express At Photoshop Express you can quickly and easily accentuate your photos with easy-to-use options for resizing, cropping, sharpening, and more. Make your photos pop with fun, eye-catching effects and enhancements. Then share your photos in My Gallery, where you can create customized… Read more
Just for Fun
Just for Fun… Read more
My Test Lab
I am using this page to test and try out new tools, gadgets, and other things of interest I find while playing online. Stuff I play around with on this page may eventually get tossed or incorporated into a workshop/training class. This page may be messy at times if I'm experimenting and testing things… Read more
Instructional Technology Workshops
Workshops Vetting Spurious Websites Internet Safety for Parents Web 2.0 Overview Google Tools for Educators PowerPoint 101 Coming Soon Collaborative Presentations: Reaching Audiences Beyond the Classrooms PowerPoint: Beyond the Basics SmartBoards - Work in Progress Wikis - Work in Progress … Read more
Google Tools for Teachers
Google Tools for Teachers Google is no longer simply a search engine. This workshop will introduce many of Google’s free, web-based tools that can be used in the classroom. In today’s class we will explore a variety of Google’s tools for teachers such as Google Search, iGoogle, Google Reader, Blogger… Read more
advancedppt
PowerPoint: Beyond the Basics This workshop is designed for teachers who have a basic understanding of PowerPoint and already know how to create simple presentations. Together we’ll explore how to design more effective presentations and look at some advanced uses of PowerPoint. Learn how to use PowerPoint… Read more
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