RPC

I think this is a great resource, but it needs some upgrading. I think the reminders are something that won't work for my students because half of them don't have computer access at home. I also think the rubric generator could be more robust. It is limited in scope. The research i do is usually shorter in nature than science or social studies; and I think I've finally (after ten years) refined the process to lead my students to great success. I personally won't use the RPC because of accessibility issues for my students, but I can see it as a useful tool for new teachers. What I REALLY like is the citation machine attached to the resource links page on the highland website. I have found this tool to be hugely helpful in citing resources. I think the kids will use it all through college.
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Widgets - the last thing i need

The last thing I need is useless technology that takes up more of my time. Sorry, but this was not helpful information.

Streaming Video

With all of the hours I've spent looking for video streaming that would benefit my LA instruction I can safely say there is precious little available anywhere online that is useful for my needs. I think if I were teaching either science or social studies, there would be a lot of good stuff I could use - but not for English.
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Public Library

So far, this has been my most useful tool. I've always had a library card, but being able to access the catalogue online and order materials I'd like, i find this extremely efficient. I've used my library access more than anything else we've covered in this class. I always said-"If I learn one more thing that can save me time and effort in this class it will be worth it.

RSS feeds

This is not something I can use. I have a large volume of bookmarks that allow me to find whatever I need-but i find that the more technology I use, the more time it all takes-and for teaching English, I don't find that it is something i will use.

Delicious

Learning about delicious today was something I can actually use. I am working from three different computers, and this is a nice way to combine all of my bookmarks in one place. Now I just have to bookmark delicious on all three computers.
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