Tech+Resources

Houston ISD provides courses on the most commonly used software programs, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as courses on topics such as using SmartBoards in the classroom. Check the e-TRAIN listings (the link is on the home page of the houstonisd.org portal).

[|HISD Online Resources] HISD now provides at-home online access to a host of online resources.

Check out the resources at [|www.4teachers.org]. QuizStar, TrackStar, and NotesStar are all teacher tools that enable you to create web-based lessons and resources easily. The online quiz tool is so handy (free trial, then a subscription option).

Another option is [|www.quia.com]. For an annual subscription rate of $49, you can make (or borrow) online, quizzes and games. Sign up your students then track their progress on the online activities. Instant grading, instant feedback -- ahhh! Do a trial run and check out some of the online quizzes already posted on a variety of topics.