Neit2010+Open+Space+2+J

**K-4 TOOLS**

Examples of tools that have been successful @ K-4 level:
 * Microworlds Jr (K-2)
 * Microworlds (Gr 3-4)
 * Google Earth
 * Voice Threads (recommend purchasing account with Bonus support)
 * Sketch Up (Gr 4)
 * Typing Programs: UltraKey & Typing Pal (Gr 3-4)
 * One model: 45 mins x 2/wk for 3rd Grade 2 months, 45 mins x 1/wk in 4th grade 2 months
 * Other model: start typing program in school, "outsource" typing as homework and track stats with tests
 * great typing keyboard covers KBcovers.com

Challenges to Awesome Tech Integration
 * integrating tech in "regular" classes versus weekly "lab time"
 * teachers teaching along side tech teachers v drop off