F/OSS Matrix
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F/OSS Open Source Software Technologies for Schools |
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It is my philosophy that if we teach students strategies for learning that involve technology, that we should use technology that is available to all kids. Cost is a factor – so if it is good and it is free,
we have a responsibility to use it.
F/OSS Technologies are available to all and match my philosophy.
The following technologies are used in my school and available for
all. Some technologies have been used more than others. The
links that I am providing are links to download the software.
Please email me if you have any issues.
Just click on the image to begin the download process.
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F/OSS | Software to Buy |
| Web Browsers |
Firefox |
None |
| Office Suites |
Open Office Neo-Office – open office for Macs  |
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| Keyboarding | Typing  |
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| Audio Recording for Podcasts |
Audacity |
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| Mind Mapping | Cmap Visual Mapping Tools  |
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| Graphics Manipulation and Editing |
For Grades K – 5  For Windows:Tux Paint Program to Install Tux Paint Stamp InstallerFor Mac: Tux Paint Program to Install Tux Paint Stamp Installer For Grades 6 - adult learner Gimp  Paint.net  Inkscape  |
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| Astronomy | Celestia |
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| DVD Ripping | HandBrake |
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I am an Educational Computing Strategist (ECS). I figure out ways to IMPROVE education with technology. 
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