Word Clouds

The NETS T Standards of 2000 focused on teaching students how to use different types of technology and to get an overview of many different programs that provide suitable and accurate ways to perform specific activities. The focus on providing a diverse environment with a variety of technological tools.





In 2008, the NETS T Standards have evolved into even greater diversity of applications. The new focus is to apply the use of technology to a vast variety of applicable purposes. The standards are more geared to engage students in learning how to use technology to expand their abilities and problem solve- pointing students towards an abundant amount of resources that promote and exhibit the students expanding opportunities in both a professional and educational world.




Visit the 2000 Word Cloud or the 2008 Word Cloud that were created using Wordle. This activity most closely relates to the ISTE NETS T Standard 1c: 1. Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity Teachers use their knowledge of subject matter, teaching and learning, and technology to facilitate experiences that advance student learning, creativity, and innovation in both face-to-face and virtual environments. c. Promote student reflection using collaborative tools to reveal and clarify students’ conceptual understanding and thinking, planning, and creative processes This goal was accomplished by providing us with digital tools in enhance our ability to clarify and simplify complex concepts while presenting them in a visually stimulating manner.