The NARA website had a lot of resources to use in the classroom. It would be great to use for Social Studies or researching a famous person. The access to copies of historical documents would be so more interesting that just having students read about them. The pictures included are also a great asset. I think so much can be learned from interpreting pictures from the time period or event you are studying. The NARA worksheets provided would also be helpful for the teacher. They prompt the students to start thinking and asking questions about the source they are looking at. Primary sources would be very good way for teachers to use technology to make their lessons more meaningful. The website even has an educator section to assist in lesson planning. This takes a lot of the work away from the teacher and anyone would be open to that. This website, along with others like it, need to be shared with teachers so they are aware of them.
I appreciate the recent blog from Brent stating that in taking this class he will be able to better assist his teachers in integrating technology. I think this will have a very positive impact on his campus. This is the type of support teachers need.