Media / Technology in the Classroom - Teacher Training Resources

Using Computers, PowerPoint, Video & More to Teach the Bible
In a "high tech, low touch" world, teachers need to consider ways to implement technology but they also need to remember the primary purpose -- to help people "grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ."
- They will grow in grace in the context of community as personal relationships are built.
- They will grow in knowledge as the Word is kept central.
Technology must be seen as supplemental and never a replacement for these vital elements.
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General Media Info
Articles, Online:
- 4 Ways to Share the Gospel With Media-Minded Kids
- 7 Ways to Engage Kids Who are Distracted
- All Eyes on the iTech Generation
- Beyond the Entertainment Factor When Using Media
- Bible Teachers in a Media-Saturated World
- FAQ About Media & Bible Teaching
- How Technology is Changing Millennial Faith
- How to Reach Digital Natives With the Gospel
- Low Tech Teaching in a High Tech World? - Perspective Needed
- Making Technology Work in your Classroom
- Maximize Your Storytelling Using a Multimedia Projector
- Top Tips for Using Video Bible Studies
- Tuned In to Faith Lessons
- What Tech-Savvy Kids Need From Your Ministry
- Why You Should be Prepared for the Multi-Screen World of Kids
Handouts:
- Media as a Bible Learning Activity Download by Ministry Tools Resource Center

On this handout, teachers will acquire tips on how to choose media for their lesson and what to remember when using it.
(You can order this training document as part of the Bible Learning Activities For Children Training Download which contains a page for 8 different learning activities.)
(You can order this training document as part of the Bible Learning Activities For Children Training Download which contains a page for 8 different learning activities.)
Computers - Using Software & the Internet
Articles, Hardcopy:
- Teaching with Software - Site says you are permitted to print this document as it is or download it in a Word Document file and make adaptations to your situation to distribute to your teachers.
Articles, Online:
Books:
- Teaching with Computers in Christian Education by Neil MacQueen
Resources:
- Equipment: Computers & Accessories
- Software: Bible Reference Software
- Software: Educational Software
- Software: Computer Games
PowerPoint
Articles, Online:
- Pictures and PowerPoint - written about preaching but applies to teaching as well
- Tips for Preparing Your PowerPoint Presentation
- Tips for Presenting PowerPoint Lessons
Resources:
- Presentations: PowerPoint Presentations
- Equipment: Video Projectors
Video - DVDs
Articles, Online:
- Do-It-Yourself Video Curriculum
- Teaching students with technology - Using a DVD-driven curriculum
- Teaching with Video
Resources:
- DVDs: Video Curriculum
- DVDs: DVDs at ChristianBook
- DVDs: DVDs at Nest Entertainment
- Equipment: DVD Players