From: sigalit Arditi - sigardit@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: Online programs for basic reading Hi Sharon, I suggest you look at this free online program for basic reading and basic vocabulary http://www.mingoville.com/he.html Try Starfall which is a great free online program and divided into 4 levels http://www.starfall.com/ For end of year projects you might find ideas on the AMIT Yesodi site http://www.amit.org.il/yesodi/english/ In regards to planning and classroom management, before the first time that pupils go to the computer lab have them sign a simple computer lab code of conduct. Make a sitting plan before they go to the room and make sure pupils know the sitting arrangement. I think that for weak learners it's easier to use the computer to reinforce material already taught in class. I also suggest that pupils fill out a handout individually or in pairs during the lesson. That way, the pupils are focused on their assignment. Among other things, the handout should also include some way of follow up so that next time the class uses the computer again, maybe in two weeks, you as well as the pupils will know what they did the previous time. Also, try to have the computer technician present with you at least in the first few times you use the computer room until you learn to recognize and solve simple problems. Hope this helps. Good luck, Sigalit Arditi Sharon wrote: >I would like to work on computers with my kitot mkadmot. What are on line >programs (or disks) that focus on basic vocabulary or basic reading? I do not have that much experience working with classes on computers- please give any advice about planning and classroom management. >Also , I would appreciate any ideas for simple end of year projects on >computers. (simple matzeget,) ----------------------------------------------- ** Etni homepage - http://www.etni.org or - http://www.etni.org.il ** ** for help - ask@xxxxxxxx ** ** to post to this list - etni@xxxxxxxxxxxxx ** -----------------------------------------------