Springing into Technology Friday, March 7, 2008
Posted by smadlinger in Blogs, Collaboration, Collaborations, Conferences, SMART Board, Tech PD, VLC Programs.Tags: Web 2.0, Missouri State University, Google Earth, RCET Conference, clickers, technology classes, Jim Tice, Cindy Lane, Amy Vejraska
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Technology Academies Monday, February 11, 2008
Posted by smadlinger in Collaboration, SMART Board, Tech PD, VLC Programs.Tags: vlc, iTEA, csd, ssa, tla, unitedstreaming, online resources, evaluation tools, action plans, Legal Issues, Organization Skills, MS Office Tips & Tricks, email, SMARTboards, webquests, MS Office, and Web 2.0
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Beginning our 3rd year of ITEA, the VLC is proud to offer 4 area districts long term professional development. The Integrating Technology Educators Academy (ITEA) is a flexible model that can be customized to a school or districts needs. The ITEA is based on the goals of the participating educators. Participants can receive professional development using a variety of technology skills, such as SMARTboards, webquests, unitedstreaming, MS Office, and Web 2.0. Educators find our ITEA successful because of the individualized professional development we offer.
For over 10 years, CSD has offered another academy, Support Staff Academy. The SSA is developed differently based on the feedback of a committee made of area district support staff. Participants can attend one, all, or a combination. Participants can learn about Legal Issues, Organization Skills, MS Office Tips & Tricks, email or many others.
The VLC began the 7th cohort group in October with the TLA, Technology Leadership Academy. School leaders attend a year long academy learning how to integrate technology into their jobs. Participants learn about online resources, evaluation tools, and create an action plan for their position. These leaders are provided a handheld computer and learn how to keep organized, collaborate and evaluate using this small but mighty tool.To learn more about any of our academies visit our website http://www.csd.org and click on Technology.
Show-Me TechKnowledge Day Thursday, February 7, 2008
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In January I spent the day at our Capitol Building in Jefferson City at the Show-Me TechKnowledge Day 2008. This was a chance for Missouri K-12 students to “show their stuff”. There were several groups of students representing school districts from across the state, including CSD member schools, Francis Howell and Maplewood Richmond Heights. I was very impressed with the group of students representing the districts. They were professional and able to communicate extremely well.
Lauren with Rep. Kathlyn Fares
The goal of this annual event is to demonstrate to legislators, educators, students and others statewide how technology is currently being used in Missouri schools to enhance learning and improve student achievement.
The Virtual Learning Center had a display showcasing our Show-Me a Movie Contest. All 2007 winners were on display for other school districts, legislators, and patrons to see. They will be officially recognized at the Winners Reception on Tuesday, February 5th at our Midwest Education Technology Conference in St. Charles.
Since this is a fourth grade curriculum focus and I am an educator, I thought it would be a perfect opportunity for me to have my 4th grade daughter help me with the CSD display. She, along with the other students received a t-shirt and recognition. We were also able to experience both the House and Senate in session.
What a wonderful experience for educators, students and parents. Mark you calendar for this annual event. I hope to see even more displays of how technology is being used in the classroom.
Peeking at Promethean Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Posted by smadlinger in Promethean Activboard, SMART Board, Tech PD, VLC Programs.Tags: smartboard, promethean, demo, itt, vlc, Cooperating School Districts, Activslate, Activote
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Kelley Simers visited with the VLC Instructional Technology Team (ITT) sharing a demonstration of the Promethean Activboard. This board is similar to the SMARTboard that many of our member districts own. The purpose of the demo was to increase awareness, as well as provide additional support and professional development to our area schools in the future. Each VLC member was able to try the Activote, a wire-free, hand held voting device for teachers to use with the board. The ITT was also allowed the chance to try the Activslate, interactive wire-free mini board that allows the user to stand in a different position around the room to use the board. Kelley also shared the many resources teachers can use with the board. The VLC was excited to learn more about yet another technology that is helping to improve teaching, and ultimately student learning.
