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Technology in the Classroom
Montana Teachers Win Qwest Foundation Grants
The Montana Association for Career and Technical Education partnered with
the Qwest Foundation to recognize CTE teachers who are using technology in
the classroom in new and innovative ways to improve student performance. At
the MACTE meeting on Oct. 19, 2007, teachers shared how they had used the
grants in their classrooms. MSU Extended University created the video
podcasts of the presentations.
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|  | Tablet Handwriting and Graphic Design |
Cheryl Graham, Bainville H.S.
 Video | | | At Bainville High School, Cheryl Graham purchased Graphire tablets and software to teach handwriting recognition, graphic design, digital photography and videography. The Business Professionals of America Play >>> |
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|  | Enhancing Textile and Fiber Arts through Technology |
Marjorie Chinadle, North Star H.S.
Video | | | In Family and Consumer Science, Marjorie Chinadle purchased a computerized embroidery machine and fashion design software, which allows students to design their own clothing, costumes and textile Play >>> |
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|  | Interactive Classroom |
Jodi Koterba, C.M. Russell H.S.
Video | | | Like many teachers, Jodi Koterba says she struggles to integrate math, science and English for kids who want hands-on project work, not theory. Koterba uses technology like handheld smart boards Play >>> |
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|  | Multimedia Yearbook |
Julie O'Dell, Hardin H.S.
Video | | | Students at Hardin High School created a multimedia yearbook using movie-making software. Because the video files are so large, Teacher Julie O'Dell purchased a state-of-the computer with lots of memory, Play >>> |
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