Title :Educational Technology Strand

Stage 1: Desired Results

James Colbert and Karen Kemper - Group Facilitators



Understandings
Essential Questions
Students will understand….
How to establish and communicate learning goals, track student progress, and celebrate success.
How to help students practice and deepen their understanding of new knowledge
How to use technology to engage students in learning


How can I integrate technology into my curriculum?
What technologies are available at our school and how can I use them to increase student achievement?
How do I manage data to drive instruction?
Students will know
How to access and use Google Earth.
How to access and use Nettrekker
How to access various Curriculum Links that can enhance classroom instruction.
How to connect and use an Interactive whiteboard also known as a Smartboard.
How to register and set up a classroom wiki.
How to access and use our new Toolfactory Software to create podcasts and vodcasts.


Students will be able to
Use Google Earth to enhance student achievement.
Access nettrekker for student searches in a safe environment.
Use digital video to enrich curriculum.
Create wikis as a resource for parents and students.
Hook up and utilize smartboards to engage students in interactive activities.
Access many different curriculum links to use as tools to enhance learning.
Use our new Toolfactory Podcasting software with students in the classroom.