Need to Search for a Book?

http://destiny.jackson.k12.ga.us/ Destiny is a great way to search for a book on the weekend when you can't make it to the public library!

Utilizing Web 2.0 Tools

Don't be afraid to use technology to help you complete assignments! There are all kinds of FREE, FUN, and FABULOUS techie ways to make your project POP! Come by the media center and ask about applications we can help you incorporate into your next assignment!

Shy? Need help with presentation delivery?

Presenting in front of the class causes anxiety in most people. Don't be afraid to use some tech tools to help with an ice-breaking introduction! Here are a few ideas:

http://blabberize.com/

http://www.xtranormal.com/

You can use these to begin or end a presentation or reiterate an important point. These are very intuitive Web 2.0 tools, but please ask Mrs. Canup if you need further assistance!

For an example of blabberize, check out mine.

Recommended Read

Literature Project Ideas

Are you looking for a creative way to present your literature project in class? Have you thought about using Issuu, Google Lit Trip, Storybird, Prezi, Animoto or Glogster? All of these offer various ways to present information in a fun digital format! Ask Mrs. Canup for help if you need any further instruction to be able to utilize these Web 2.0 tools.

Research Paper? WAIT!

Before you begin your research, check out Zotero. This is a bibliography management system that will enable you to 'mark' sites as you gather research. After you finish your research, Zotero helps complete your citations! Try it today! www.zotero.com

Summer Reading

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night by Haddon
The Help by Stockett
To Kill a Mockingbird by Lee
Look Me in the Eye by Robinson

Cool Tools for you to use!

Need a poster for class, but don't have time to go to the store....try www.Picnik.com or www.glogster.com to complete your assignment. These are FREE digital postering sites!