Dracut Public Schools
Technology

The school system provides technology support to educators and support staff through training, professional development, and the technology support staff. In addition to critical educational management functions, technology is used in teaching and learning to promote student achievement of the curriculum standards in each of the academic areas.

 

Technology Websites

MA Instructional Technology Standards

MassOne

MassCue

Computers/Business

The Career Key

www.careerkey.org

This well-designed site offers assistance with career planning choices. Interactive tests measure skills, abilities, and interests. In addition methods of selecting a college major/training program are highlighted.

The College Board

www.collegeboard.com

Site provides thorough information on colleges, SAT prep, college planning, on-line applications, and scholarships.

Hobson’s College View

www.collegeview.com

This site directs students to information regarding colleges, financial aid sources, career planning choices, and job search strategies.

Next Steps

www.nextsteps.org

Exemplary site for career planning, self-evaluation, career exploration, career decision-making, resumes, cover letters, and interviews.

Television/Media

Listen Up: Youth Media Network

www.pbs.org/merrow/listenup/

This PBS sponsored site is designed specifically to introduce students to the mass media. Media literacy is explored through a variety of resources, projects, and links.

CNN Student News

http://cnnstudentnews.cnn.com

CNN provides headline news in a format geared to students. Segments are designed in a manner to encourage student participation and reaction to breaking news stories.

 

Wood Technology and Drafting

CAD Information Network

http://www.cadinfo.net/

This online CAD publication features industry news, product reviews, articles, tutorials and resources.

Woodworkers Workshop

http://www.woodworkersworkshop.com

Access to free woodworking projects and plans is the main focus of this online database. Links to other resources related to woodworking are incorporated.