Technology News

George Lucas Educational Foundation

The Foundation site can be viewed in both English and Spanish and supports a philosophy of learning where students are challenged and engaged, have access to interactive technologies, and are supported by inspired teachers and involved parents and communities. The current home page features “Learn and Live” on PBS. Forums include a threaded discussion board.

http://www.glef.org/

IATP Online: Illinois Assistive Technology Project

IATP Online is directed by and intended for people with disabilities and their families. The site strives to break down barriers and increase assistive technology services to people with disabilities. Features include services, resources, and upcoming events.

http://www.iltech.org/

LD Online

The LD Online site can be accessed in Spanish and English and includes a “KidZone” where child art is displayed, a research update section, and an assistive technology section that features information, resources, and chats.

http://www.LDOnline.org/

Network Magazine

An extensive list of tutorials and information on the Internet and use of networks, is contained at this site. The language is written by experts and is intended for advanced users.

http://www.networkmagazine.com/tutorials

TechLEARNING

TechLearning provides educators with ideas, tools, and resources for integrating technology into the K-12 school, classroom, and curriculum. Software reviews and recommended websites are included.

http://www.techlearning.com/

Free Graphic Sites

Barry's Clip Art Server

This site has a large variety of new clip art, backgrounds, animations, and useful links. The site contains a question/answer section, as well as a support for getting started.

http://www.barrysclipart.com

Clip Art Connection

This clip art site features free GIF (Graphic Interchange Format) files to be copied and pasted into your scrapbook or other html programs. Different kinds of clip art, cartoons, people, science, and animation are available.

http://www.clipartconnection.com/

Free Clip Art Kingdom

Clip Art Castle contains a large amount of graphics, animation, clipart, backgrounds, icons, 3-D text, fonts, and ornamental art.

http://www.clipartcastle.com/

Web Development Sites

Good Practices

This web authoring site offers links to documents available online in three important web authoring areas: selecting and using appropriate web design standards, ensuring features degrade gracefully on non-supporting systems and using good site design practices. Topics include HyperText Markup Language (HTML), design and style, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), accessibility, usability, and Web standardization.

http://goodpractices.com/

Web Developers Virtual Library

A large resource of information for all aspects of web development is the focus of this site. Topics include, but are not limited to: DHTML, HTML, VRML, CGI, Java, design, layout, navigation, images, icons, multimedia, graphics, tools, formats, colors, browsers, servers, plug-ins, domains, and tutorials.

http://www.wdvl.com/

Web Monkey

The Web Monkey is a good source for web page development. Tutorials include: authoring, design, multi-media, e-business, and programming. The resource section includes information on Java script, HTML, unix, style sheets, special characters, and more.

http://hotwired.lycos.com/webmonkey/

WebSpawner

A fast, easy, and free way to create web pages can be found on this page. Steps for building and testing web pages are included.

http://www.webspawner.com/

 

 

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