As many of you know I am currently back in school trying to get my elementary education degree and with the every changing climate in education technology is even more important than ever...my question is how do you know that the technology you are using is worth using?
I am going to try to answer...

• You need to ask yourself, does this have worth? 
• Does it fit into the curriculum? 
• Is it appropriate for my students? 
• Would the school district approve? 
• Does it meet the standards that I am working on? 
• Does it come from a reputable source? 
• Can I find evaluations on it?

 If you are able to answer these question than most likely it would be OK. 

How do you know the software you have on your computer is OK? for the most part teachers are given a work computer, if it is on that computer it is very likely that it has been loaded by the technology department in your school district and would be acceptable. If you do not have a tech department than it is up to you to evaluate it's worthiness. 

There are also a number of web site evaluation rubrics that can assist you in determining whether a website is appropriate for your students. 

The other point you need to keep in mind is whether integrating the technology is doing any good. Keep a journal on the engagement of your students when using the technology and when you do not include it so that you can compare.