Online Applications

Use these online tools to engage your preservice and practicing teachers in a technology-integrated, project-based learning experience.

Seeing Reason

This application allows groups to organize and synthesize their thinking and research findings. Groups can develop a concept map to illustrate how the various aspects of a topic are related.

Build a Case Study

The Case Study Builder guides users through the process of creating a case study that includes InTime videos. Users add questions for reflection and activities for extended thinking. When the case study is finished, the user can print the case study and supporting documents.

Structured Activities

Exploring Project-Based Learning

In this activity, participants identify basic elements of project-based learning (PBL) after viewing video examples. Participants then discuss the role of the teacher and the students in a PBL environment. Finally, students discuss the benefits of incorporating technology into PBL.

Technology and Learning Spectrum - Mathematics
Technology and Learning Spectrum - Science
Technology and Learning Spectrum - Reading

What's the difference between the incidental use of technology and meaningful technology integration?

In this structured activity, participants view three classroom video scenarios and categorize them as examples of literacy, adapting, or transforming uses of technology as outlined by Bernajean Porter's Technology and Learning Spectrum.

Online Professional Development Modules

These modules explore a variety of topics related to instructional strategies. They can be used as is or bits and pieces of the modules can be incorporated into teacher education courses or professional development programs.

Instructional Module: Project Based Learning
The Project-Based Learning (PBL) module is a two-part module designed for a two- to three-hour class or session. Part One, Guided Process, is designed to give participants a brief introduction to project-based learning. Part Two, Group Participation, engages participants in reading and activities for experiential, project-based learning.

Constructivism as a Paradigm for Teaching and Learning
Teachers taking part in this online opportunity will study the theory of constructivism in detail and discover why so many educators have decided to use constructivist strategies in their classrooms. The workshop presents practical strategies, educational tools, and resources so participants can begin to implement constructivism.

Cooperative and Collaborative Learning
Teachers taking part in this online opportunity will be introduced to major principles of cooperative learning. Participants also learn how these principles can be integrated into classroom activities by working through relevant resources, discussion, and online projects.

Inquiry-based Learning
Teachers taking part in this online opportunity will discover the value of inquiry-based learning activities, which teach respect for one's own interests and the interests of others. Participants are challenged to create an engaging inquiry-based learning project in their own classrooms.