looking for the best lesson planning, template-like software on the planet, in cd-rom format
should be able to be used for individual and/or whole class instruction
should include EVERYTHING–no need to explain in detail, if you’re a special educator
so…everybody put on your thinkng caps
please suggest some great programs/sites/etc.
thanking you in advance,
bill
Hi Bill,
Saw your note and would like to make a suggestion on Lesson Planning Software. I am a software reseller offering academic discounts to educators. One of the programs that is very popular with schools and faculty is called Inspiration Software, I’ve copy a page of information on lesson planning with Inspiration. Please contact me should you want more info. I can send you a demo cd if you’re interested.
Adam,
Inspiration® makes planning easy and productive, with a visual approach to brainstorming and organizing for both teachers and students.
Teacher Planning
Inspiration is used to plan lessons, units, projects, and class activities like the Charleston Trip Plan. The new Template Wizard gives teachers step-by-step help to create customized visual learning activities to support any curriculum area.
Student Planning
Students learn to clarify thinking, brainstorm, and organize with Inspiration. They can then plan speeches and class presentations like the Luna Moth. After completing a visual plan, students can switch to Outline View to add information and research. A checklist feature helps students to complete tasks like the Amazon Rainforest, a research paper plan.
See other great ways to use Inspiration for planning:
Telling Time
Bridges
Seventh Grade Science
Student Portfolio Brainstorm
Inspiration is cross-curricular:
Language Arts Diagrams
Science Diagrams
Social Studies Diagrams
Math Diagrams
Multimedia/Web Site Diagrams
Get more ideas for your classroom with the new Achieving Standards with Inspiration 7 lesson plan book. You’ll receive engaging, new standards-aligned lesson plans for all core curriculum areas.
Also, get started using Inspiration quickly and easily with the new Exploring Inspiration 7 interactive training CD. Step-by-step instruction, practical teaching examples, and a refresher of visual learning techniques will help you easily integrate Inspiration into your curriculum.