This PowerPoint presentation goes over the basics of Internet research, including how to use a search engine, how to look out for misinformation, and how to avoid plagiarism. The lesson is geared for third through sixth graders, but could easily be adapted for older students. This lesson is a must do before sending the students to use the internet as a research tool.

This is part of the Technology Integration Kit is for computer lab teachers or for teachers who are looking to integrate technology into their elementary classrooms. It includes:

1.) Technology Assessment: K-5 (PPT and Google Forms)

Use this technology assessment to test what your students already know about technology. This leveled Power Point with appropriate questions for students in K-5.

2.) Technology Terminology Word Wall Cards (PDF)

Hang these cards on your word wall or put them on an O-ring at each computer station so that student can build a basic understanding of the words used in connection with the technology they are using.

3.) Technology Vocabulary Presentation (Google Slide)

This presentation can be presented to your class whole group, or assigned to students using Google Classroom to be viewed and reviewed by students independently.

4.) Integration Projects for Writing: K-5 Matrix (PDF)

This matrix gives 4 writing projects per grade level K – 5, that can be integrated into technology. Projects are given per quarter.

5.) Integration Projects for Math: K-5 Matrix (PDF)

This matrix gives 9 math projects per grade level K – 5, that can be integrated into math. Projects are given per month.

6.) Online Portfolio Planning Sheet (PDF)

This planning packet gives you three levels of planning sheet, as well as student guidance sheets to help you and your students develop online portfolios.

7.) Tutorial Videos Planning Sheet (PDF)

This planning sheet gives students a chance to plan and build tutorial videos for their peers on a wide range of topics.

8.) Internet Safety Training for Adults (PPT)

This Power Point presentation allows you to present information to your staff or parents on the importance of Internet Safety.

9.) Internet Safety Lesson for Kids (PPT)

This Power Point lesson allows you to teach students in k – 6 about internet safety.

10.) Internet Research Lesson (PPT)

This Power Point lesson allows you to teach students in grades

2 – 6 the basics of doing internet research.

11.) Websites for the Elementary Classroom (PDF)

This e-book provides you with website suggestions to use with students in K – 5 on a wide range of subjects and topics.

Created by Heidi Raki of Raki's Rad Resources.