Instructional vocabulary and reading strategies

1. (Short discussion question with ONE resource)

 How can you include technological tools in your classroom if your school does not have extensive technology resources? Include 1-2 free examples that might be available to you and a short summary of their application. 

2. (Short discussion question with ONE resource)

 What are the benefits and disadvantages of telling students to look up vocabulary words they are not familiar with. Is there another more effective method?