Resources for Further Information on Using Technology with Young Children

Technology and Young Children
The Technology Caucus of the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the nation's largest organization of early childhood professionals offers research, information, and best practices regarding technology use to benefit children through age eight. www.techandyoungchildren.org

Children and Computers
This site offers information on developmentally appropriate software and Web sites for young children, including evaluation scales, sample evaluations, and descriptions of Developmental Software Award winners. The Web site's editor, Susan W. Haugland, is well known for her work in software evaluation. www.childrenandcomputers.com

Closing the Equity Gap in Technology Access and Use: A Practical Guide for K-12 Educators
Developed by the Northwest Educational Technology Consortium, this Web site is a practical guide to help identify and remedy inequities in technology access, types of use, and curriculum content. www.netc.org/equity/index.html

Computer Ergonomics for Elementary School Students (CergoS)
Designed by the Oregon Public Education Network, this Web site shows simple and affordable ways to make sure that a student's body is safe and comfortable while using a computer. www.orosha.org/cergos/index.html