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Computer-based educational system used in correlation with conventional multimedia aids in the classroom.
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Texas Instruments releases the first handheld calculator. Previously calculators were for desktops only.
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Random access memory is invented. This helps computers processing speed become much faster.
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Sesame Street is an educational show for children. It introduces kid friendly characters who teach children a multitude of concepts.
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The PC was the first computer that was built for consumers instead of businesses. It brings computers into the home.
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The first digital cell phones are invented. Computing has become mobile and the connected lifestyle begins.
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The world wide web is invented. Websites are more standardized now and research online becomes easier.
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Overhead projectors are main tool for classroom instruction at Mattawoman Middle School.
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Computer lab used by one class at a time at Mattawoman Middle School.
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Website created by the state of Maryland to be used for parents, students, teachers and administrators. It can be used as a resource from testing practice to school improvement.
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No Child Left Behind Act creates accountability for schools and teachers. It funds many programs that get more technology into school systems.
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LCD carts and projectors are used to show multimedia presentations and for morning announcements at Mattawoman Middle School.
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Maryland's board of education develops an educational technology plan for the state. It is research based a lays out where the state wants move towards by 2012.
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CPS clickers are used for math and language arts classes at Mattawoman Middle School. Fast formative data can be collected using the clickers.
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SMART Boards are used in every math class at Mattawoman Middle School.
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Curriculum Management Systems is a web-based program that will be able to duplicate any professional development that takes place in counties.
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STEM education is an approach to teaching and learning that integrates the content and skills of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
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This website is supposed to be a database and research tool for all of the counties in Maryland to use. Students and teachers would be able to research all of the digitized materials the counties in Maryland have.
