NOTE:  Scroll down the page for links to my teacher workshops!

Tech Skills Curriculum
 The files listed below were used when I taught a technology skills class for 5th and 6th grade students.  Links are available on the Tech Skills page of the Kid Zone.  I will be adding more lessons this summer as I get time!  

Computer Basics Lessons
Computer Connections - Lessons 1 & 2: Hardware on the Outside/Inside (Answer key available)
Click-N-Learn (Answer key provided)
Computer Connections - Lesson 3:  Bits & Bytes (Answer key available)
Tech Terms Lesson - Presentation and student worksheet

Keyboarding Lessons
Keyboarding Worksheet (Color coded - key provided)
Keyboarding 101 Presentation

Microsoft Office Tutorials
Word 2007 - Lesson 1, Lesson 2, Lesson 3, Lesson 4, and Tips & Tricks (Assessment project available)
PowerPoint 2007 - Lesson 1, Lesson 2, Lesson 3, (Basic assessment project available - also try Road Trip (project rubric and sample project)
Excel Basics 2007 - Tutorial

Movie Maker Tutorial (Assessment project available)

PhotoStory Tutorial (Assessment project available)

Need more ideas?  Check out the Technology Lesson Plan Links page! 

Power of Technology Workshops
 For the past few years, I have enjoyed sharing my love of technology with fellow educators in Central Illinois. Take a few moments to browse the handouts and resources for my workshops to discover ways to enrich your classroom with technology. NOTE:  The links for the presentation are no longer updated regularly! 

Technology Treasures:  Educational Gems & Jackpots

 Science Spotlight:  Science Games - Find new games to challenge your students and engage them in the learning process!

Science Spotlight: Transforming Technology - From flipping your classroom to cool tools to use with your students, you'll find an assortment of gadgets and programs to transform your classroom!

 

Mrs. Tomm's Tech Corner

Activities, lessons, & Worksheets available on any page of this web site are intended for use by a single teacher in his/her classroom or to share at educational conferences.
Reproduction for commercial use or profit is not permitted without the express written consent of Mrs. Tracy Trimpe. Visit my Frequently Asked Questions page for more details!