Skip to content
Close
Schedule A Demo

The iCEV CTE Blog

Bri StaufferJan 7, 2022 8:00:00 AM5 min read

Microsoft Word Lesson Plans and Activities to Wow Your Students

Computer applications teachers are always looking for new and exciting ways to teach ...
Start Reading
Chris ZookDec 20, 2021 8:00:00 AM23 min read

What Are ISTE Standards? (And Why Do They Matter?)

The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) is the foremost organization ...
Start Reading
Mike CesconDec 9, 2021 8:00:00 AM12 min read

5 Best Ways to Keep Computer Applications Students Engaged

It can be frustrating when your students don’t pay attention in your computer ...
Start Reading
Bri StaufferSep 8, 2021 8:00:00 AM5 min read

3 Places to Find Google Sheets Activities for Middle School Students

As a computer applications teacher, you need activities and lessons that are engaging, ...
Start Reading
Alison PijarAug 19, 2021 8:02:00 AM8 min read

60+ Google Apps Lesson Plans Every Teacher Should Own

Are you being pushed towards teaching Google Apps exclusively in your computer classroom? ...
Start Reading
Brad HummelAug 11, 2021 8:00:00 AM7 min read

3 Best Lesson Plans for Teaching Google Sheets in Middle School

Instructing students in a new application such as Google Sheets can be overwhelming, both ...
Start Reading
Emma StantonJul 15, 2021 8:00:00 AM4 min read

Google Apps Lesson Plans vs. Google Apps Curriculum: Which One Do You Really Need?

As a computer applications curriculum developer, we work with thousands of teachers every ...
Start Reading
John KrimmelJun 1, 2021 8:00:00 AM6 min read

TestOut vs. Business&ITCenter21 for Teaching Microsoft Office

As a computer applications curriculum developer, we work with thousands of middle and ...
Start Reading
Bri StaufferMar 10, 2021 8:00:00 AM3 min read

A Review of 3 Popular Middle School Typing Curriculum Options

Are you a middle school computer applications teacher looking for new typing curriculum ...
Start Reading
Team iCEVJan 14, 2021 8:00:00 AM7 min read

How to Meet ISTE Standards for Students with AES

As a curriculum developer with content to teach career readiness and 21st Century skills, ...
Start Reading
Emma StantonNov 5, 2020 8:00:00 AM4 min read

Top 3 Microsoft Office Certification Test Prep Materials

Are you a computer applications teacher charged with teaching Microsoft Office and ...
Start Reading
Mike CesconJul 16, 2020 8:00:00 AM6 min read

4 Best Microsoft Office Curriculum Resources for Middle and High School

Do you teach Microsoft Office in middle or high school? If so, you're likely looking for ...
Start Reading
Bri StaufferFeb 13, 2020 8:00:00 AM8 min read

Review of Code.org for Middle School Computer Science

As a curriculum developer, we speak with thousands of middle school teachers every year.
Start Reading
Bri StaufferJan 23, 2020 8:00:00 AM5 min read

4 Best Microsoft Office 2019 Textbooks (Reviews)

Do you need to update your computer applications curriculum for Microsoft Office 2019? ...
Start Reading
Bri StaufferNov 7, 2019 8:00:00 AM8 min read

3 Steps to Prep Your Students for the MOS Word 2019 Exam

The Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Word certification is one of the most popular ...
Start Reading
Bri StaufferAug 13, 2019 8:00:00 AM7 min read

An In-Depth Review of the IC3 Spark Certification

Today, many middle schools require computer teachers to teach digital literacy to their ...
Start Reading
Mike CesconAug 8, 2019 8:00:00 AM8 min read

3 Mistakes Teachers Make in Middle School Technology Classes & How to Avoid Them

As a new middle school technology teacher, you probably come from one of two backgrounds.
Start Reading
Bri StaufferJun 18, 2019 8:00:00 AM6 min read

3 Resources to Help You Meet CSTA Standards

School districts across the country are changing their computer course requirements to ...
Start Reading
Bri StaufferMay 21, 2019 8:00:00 AM6 min read

4 Steps for Successful Microsoft Excel Test Prep

When it comes to Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certifications, students have the ...
Start Reading
Bri StaufferMay 7, 2019 8:00:00 AM5 min read

IC3 Spark vs IC3 GS5 Digital Literacy Certifications: What’s the Difference?

With the increased focus on industry certifications across all career pathways and ...
Start Reading
Chris ZookMar 20, 2019 8:00:00 AM4 min read

4 Best Microsoft Publisher Projects and Activities

Microsoft Publisher is the world’s premier method of turning digital content into ...
Start Reading
Bri StaufferDec 6, 2018 8:00:00 AM7 min read

What Is TypingClub and How Can You Use It?

Keyboarding is one of the most important skills for students to learn. No matter what ...
Start Reading
Paul BartrumJul 19, 2018 8:00:00 AM8 min read

How 6 New Technologies Engage Students in Middle School Computer Applications

Middle school computer applications teachers have a tough job on their hands. Their ...
Start Reading
Frank DiMariaJul 28, 2016 8:30:22 AM5 min read

3 Easy Ways to Include Differentiated Lesson Plans in Computer Classes

Note from Bri: This is a guest post from Frank DiMaria, a middle school computer teacher ...
Start Reading