Where can I find explanations and examples on how to make it work?

Research shows that information technology has the greatest impact on student learning when it is incorporated into authentic, engaged learning experiences. Many organizations have spent hours defining and elaborating on how to integrate information technology with engaged learning.

Here are just a few samples of web sites that may help give you ideas building engaged learning activities into your curriculum. Click on a title that looks interesting and come back often. Bookmarking pages that "speak to you" in a folder called Engaged Learning might help you remember to check when ever you need something new or different to spice up your lessons, captivate your learners, and integrate a few information literacy skills.

• The North Central Regional Educational Laboratory (NCREL)
  • Provides a wealth of information developed by educators for educators.
• From Now On
  • Is a non-profit web site created and maintained by the Educational Technology Journal. It provides extensive professional development resources for educators interested in educational technology and engaged learning.
• The Educational Resources Information Center (ERIC)
  • Has excellent articles on engaged learning. Conduct a search for "engaged". Or if you are short on time, try "engaged learning".
• The International Society for Technology in Education
  • (ISTE) has published a catalog of lesson plans incorporating engaged learning practices.
• Federal Resources for Educational Excellence
  • Links to models, activities, and resources for integrating technology into the classroom.
• The Gateway to Educational Materials
  • Site provides resources for teachers based on grade level.
• The Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory
  • Northwest Educational Technology Consortium has put together a site that explains how to incorporate critical thinking skills into information literacy educational program