Workshop Listing
» Planning and Supporting Project-Based Learning
» Open Textbook & Content Resources for Educators
» How Educational Technology Leaders Keep Up-to-Date
» Introduction to the Best Open-Source Classroom Software (NECC08)
» Web-Based Tools for Deep Engagement
» Great Technology Tools for the 21st Century Learner (NECC08)
» Elementary Reading, Math, and Writing Resources
» Higher-Order Task Engagement with Technology
» Fostering Creativity & Innovation in Core Subjects
» Ethical Issues in Education and Technology
» Expanding Library with Web Services and Open-Source Software
» Update Media Center to Media Starship -- on Zero Budget!
» Integrate Banned Technologies into Library/School Culture & Policy
» Exploring Mathematics Software and Webware
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About this site
MentalArcade is home to workshops, activities, and resources to empower teachers and students, in school and at home. Most of the ideas and activities are leveraged by computer, communication, and collaboration techologies to develop the relationships, relevance, and rigor needed in all learning. All of the software and websites used in ViSA are freely available to teachers and students on Windows, Macintosh, and often Linux computers.
This website is made possible by the generous support of the Motorola Foundation and the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED). Motorola has funded the promotion of and faculty training to use high-quality science and mathematics education materials and pedagogy. DCED has funded promotion and teacher training to use Internet-accessible educational resources to help Pennsylvania students develop rigor in science, mathematics and 21st Century Skills
Dr. Scott Garrigan
