There are Web 2.0 tools that allow users to use Office-Like applications online.  This allows teachers to utilize technology even if their district has not purchased the Microsoft Office(R) software suite.

PowerPoint(R)-Like Applications:

• Bubbleshare * this one is my favorite

• Preezo

• Slideshare

Office(R) Suite-Like Applications:

• Google Docs  * this one is my favorite

• Zoho

• Think Free

Excel(R)-Like Applications:

• NumSum

Graphing

• Kid's Zone