Look Out, It’s Tech Tuesdays!
Blogging, Emails, DE Streaming, and more.
Kidspiration, Movie Maker, Podcasting and so much more.
I am so excited. Tech Tuesdays are coming soon.
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Blogging, Emails, DE Streaming, and more.
Kidspiration, Movie Maker, Podcasting and so much more.
I am so excited. Tech Tuesdays are coming soon.
October is Computer Learning Month. According to the Computer Learning Foundation, “Computer Learning Month is a time to try new ways of using technology, to learn new technology products, and to share knowledge with others in your local community about how to use technology.” Take time this month to learn something new and complete those computer-related tasks you have been putting off.
http://sbinformation.about.com/b/2007/10/01/computer-learning-month-2.htm
MCPS/Promethean Update:
The teachers at Hodges Manor and Lakeview are off to a “GREAT” start. The MCPS and Promethean equipment are constantly being used to integrate technology in some ”AWESOME” lessons. I have teachers sharing ideas with each other and I have teachers who have asked to observe each other.
We have began our MCPS/Promethean User groups. The teachers enjoyed learning new ways to use the equipment/tools in their lessons.
Way to go!
The new school year has begun. I am looking forward to working with you as your TRT (Technology Resource Teacher).
We have more fun and exciting technology resources (hardware, software, websites, etc… ) available.
For example, we have a new document camera. It’s red!
They can be checked out through the Library. Training is coming soon!
Remember: You can find me in the Library or you can send me an email : deloris.eure-nutt@pps.k12.va.us
I am here to help you integrate the available technology in your lessons.
I would like to say “Thank You” to all of the teachers and other staff members who signed up for sessions at the TEACH Academy that are scheduled for Tuesday, June 17, 2008, Wednesday, June 18, 2008 and Thursday, June 19, 2008. I know everyone is exhausted.
I am looking forward to seeing you at Victory Elementary (Starbase Victory).
TEACH Academy Overview Information
I would like to also say “Thank You” to the teachers that have completed the Internet Safety Survey that was sent to via email.
We are Unlocking the Doors to Literacy at the VSRA Conference in Richmond.
Thanks to our IT department, I was able to assist Ruth Okoye (PPS TRT and Portsmouth Reading Council) and Melissa Warren (Bristol TRT and Web Master for VSRA) with the first hands-on 2 hour Literacy Institute session on Digital Storytelling using Photo Story 3. Our department allowed us to bring a set of training laptops. It was very successful.
I was also very excited to co-present with Ruth Okoye with a Special Interest Session by the Technology and Reading Committee on Friday morning. Our presentation was on Web 2.0 for Language Arts Instruction. Take a look at our resources: http://ppsblogs.net/ruthokoye/workshops/web-20-for-language-arts/
Literacy in the Content Areas Come and discover ten exciting strategies for promoting literacy in the content areas. Applications and examples of strategies such as Exit Slips, Popcorn Review, and RAFT Writing will be given. Presenter was Shirley J. Atkinson from Options Publishing Co.
Opening the Doors to Content Area Literacy This is an interactive session sharing books and resources aligned with SOLs and TESOLs that will enable students to apply reading strategies within content area reading and offer differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners. Presenters: Peggy Jones and Patsy Swecker from Newport News Public Schools.
Reading and Technology: Finding the Time for Meaningful Instruction Integrating technology in your reading block is easy and fun for teachers and students and provides opportunity for self directed learning. Leave with ready make handouts and plans. Presenters: Janean Trimble and Pamela Blevins from Chesterfield County Public Schools.
EBooks, IPods, and Assistive Technology: Helping All Students with Reading This session will provide hands-on exploration using the latest technology and (AT) assistive technology to assist students with their reading skills. Free and low cost tools will be explored along with the latest software programs and a handout will be given. Presenters: Brenda M. Lucus, Mona D. Pruett, and Mary Wilds from TTAC.
Picture This! Entice students to develop reading , writing and presentation skills using technology in the classroom. Use digital cameras to capture images of a variety of activities to use in creating SOL materials. PowerPoint presentations, Photo Story projects, and newsletters. Handouts will be provided. Presenters: Brenda Price and Dawn King from Chesterfield County Public Schools.
Using a Sentence Maker: When writing isn’t scary, it’s successful. Most students fear writing because they don’t know what to write. A Sentence Maker is a tool developed and used by my kindergartners to create 3-4 sentences on a topic. The Sentence Maker allows the student to be creative without fear. Presenter: Cathy Collier from Chesapeake Public Schools.
Did you celebrate it with The Cat In The Cat or with the Grinch and did The Cat In The Hat Come Back?
Did you eat Green Eggs and Ham?
Did you wear 5oo Hats?
Did you Hop on Pop?
Did you bring a Wocket in your Pocket?
I am sure you had fun doing whatever you did so don’t forget when it is your birthday take the time to read Happy Birthday to You by Dr. Seuess.
Bring Fun, Excitement, and Creativity back to the Classroom
Bring fun, excitement and creativity back to your classroom with Wikispaces, Meez, Gizmoz, and Blabberize. Participants will learn to use these web-based programs to help teach the SOLs. Teachers should bring a head shot and curriculum-related photos with them to the presentation.
Universal Design fo Learning (UDL) in the Age of Web 2.0
New media such as podcasts, vodcasts,blogs, and wikis are powerful social networking ools in the Web 2.0 age. See how these motivating tolls can be used to support the Universally Designed classroom—and, therefore, all students. Partcipants will become failiar with popular free and low-cost technology tools, strategies, and Web sites.
One size Does Not Fit All
What does differentiated instruction really look like in today’s classroom? We explore resources to address different learning styles and types of intelligence through the use of educational technology.
Revitalizing Virginia’s TSIP
Come and see what Appomattox County is doing to ready its teachers for 21st century teaching. Find out how Appomattox has moved from meeting the Technology Standards for Instructional Personnel (TSIP) to using the TSIP as a vehicle for true technology integration in the classroom.
You Can Lead A Horse to Water…But How Do You Get Your Staff to Your Staff Development
Want some ideas on how to maximize staff attendance at your staff development? Get some simple, practical ways to make your staff development worthwhile, available, and relevant.
Collaboration of the ITRT and the Gifted Resource Teacher
Use the resources available to create incredible interactive learning experiences for your students! This presentation focuses on the collaboration among the classroom teacher, special education teacher, ITRT, and gifted resource teacher from the beginning stages to the final product of a middle school space exploration project.
No Camcorders (Yet!): Building Digital Video Projects for Every Classroom
Nothing moves from simple to complex better then video. Learn a classroom-manageable process allowing students to build video (or multimedia) subject-area projects using “kits” —Web based, free, and preassembled with graphics, music, and video. No camcorders required! From this “scaffold”, depth will follow.
Instructional and Professional Development Ideas for Teachers and Students by Instructional Technologists
Are you looking for ideas for instructional units and professional development Web sites for your classroom? In this session, graduates of the ITMA program at Virginia Tech detail the software and hardware used to develop their instructional units and professional development Web sites.
Making the Most of Marzano’s Strategies—Technology That Works
Come view and discuss technological strategies, including templates and programs, to increase student understanding and achievement. The examples were inspired by Robert Marzano’s book Classroom Instruction that Works.
So You Have a Digital Camera, Now What?
Many people have digital cameras for personal use, but educators still have difficulty integrating them in schools. Partcipants will receive ideas and resources for using digital pictures.
I have being working with another TRT to prepare for our presentation at the VSTE conference which is taking place in Roanoke.
Here is the link to our presentation: http://ppsblogs.net/technologyrocks/breaking-into-the-minds/
You can find Brian’s resources on his blog: http://ppsblogs.net/brianmckee/workshops/
Please email us if you have any other questions.
Why do you like teaching History? How many years have you taught History? Who is history interest you the most?
History/Social Studies Prompt for the Paper Blog
Writing Prompt and Blog Comment Samples
To find out more about the Social Studies Blog Workshop, click on the following link: http://ppsblogs.net/ruthokoye/workshops/intro-to-blogging-for-social-studies/
Meaning of a blog: http://www.visuwords.com/
The singing group: “2 Hot 2 Handle”.
I had an opportunity to work with 4 wonderful gifted and talented students on podcasting a song that they created after gathering information about Walt Disney, Thurgood Marshall, Mother Teresa and Martin Luther King.
Mr. Trewartha, gifted and talented teacher, did an awesome job editing the podcast.
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