Integrating Free Technology Applications into Social Studies Research Projects

Dr. Jenna Linskens
Presenter
30
mins
Course length
Multi Device
Access from mobile or laptop
4.86
Course rating
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Description

Are you looking to enhance your students' research skills? Do you want to integrate technology into your social studies curriculum effectively? In the digital age, technology applications have become an integral part of student research projects. They not only make research more accessible but also foster critical thinking and creativity. Join Dr. Jenna Linskens for this timesaving, to the point session as we explore free and low-cost technology applications that can be seamlessly integrated into your social studies research projects at the middle and high school levels. Get ready to elevate your teaching game for students who are struggling or need acceleration in the social studies classroom! Jenna's expertise in technology integration will empower you with the tools you need to improve student performance and understanding of concepts through creation, not just consumption.

Objectives

Identify various free and low-cost technology applications for social studies research projects. Understand the benefits of integrating technology into social studies research projects. Apply the knowledge of technology applications in designing social studies research projects. Analyze the impact of technology integration on students' research skills. Develop a comprehensive social studies research project incorporating free technology applications. Assess the effectiveness of technology integration in enhancing students' research skills.

Key Take Aways

• Discover a variety of technology applications suitable for social studies research projects. • Learn how to integrate these applications into your curriculum effectively. • Understand how these applications can enhance students' research skills. • Gain insights into assessing student research projects that utilize these applications.

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Dr. Jenna Linskens

Dr. Jenna Linskens is the Director of Instructional Design & Educational Technology at Ithaca College. With 25+ years in education, she helps faculty with tech and e-learning. A CETL-certified leader, she was named to EdTech Insider’s 2020 Dean’s List of top Higher Ed IT Influencers.
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