TechnologyInServiceDay

= Tina and Dayna's Technology In-Service Day =

Tina's thoughts: My first thought was, "I have no idea how to structure a day for a diverse group of teachers, nor do I know what we should present." I thought about it a little more, then emailed my rough thoughts to Dayna. After hearing back from her, I felt more like we could plan an in-service day that would benefit teachers.

During the break-out sessions, teachers would have the opportunities to interact with each of the following technologies, based on their own preferences and skill sets. > media type="youtube" key="-hrBbczS9I0" height="315" width="420" > Dayna's thoughts: During the early stages of this technology training, two important components will take priority: //*Learning the general capabilities of the technology// //(iPads/eReaders/////eBooks)// //*Allowing time for application and lesson design.//
 * 1) Podcasts: The instructor would provide an introduction to podcasts, use of, sources for, creation of. The group would then listen to examples from [|NPR's Podcast site] . After that, they would break out into smaller groups/pairs to find at least 1 podcast each teacher could use in his/her class. The group would reconvene and watch the video below about podcast creation, followed by some instructor Q&A time. They would also have access to it in order to have a point of reference. Teachers would then pair off to create a podcast (Ask teachers to chose an audience (teachers/students/parents) and a topic of their choice).
 * 1) E-Readers (including IPads): The instructor would provide an introduction to the use of, articles about colleges and high schools going bookless, and then have the teachers pair up to try one out and discuss/list pros/cons. This [|photo] and comment from Flickr summarizes the E-reader/textbook debate and offers an interesting perspective. Confused about which E-Reader to choose? The following video compares the top 5 and explains the difference between a dedicated E-reader and a tablet device (like the I-Pad) media type="youtube" key="WasoneaZRbE" height="315" width="560"
 * 2) Wikis or Blogs? (I like wiki's for communication and projects, but I've fallen in love with blogs for helpful classroom ideas and materials). The group will take time to learn about both wikis and blogs, including their similarities, differences, and possible uses. Teachers will watch the videos and be able to answer, [|What is a wiki?] [|What is a blog?] After watching these You Tube videos (the embedding option was not available), teachers should have a better grasp of which would be the best fit for both their own communication as well as for use within the classroom.

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The training will be designed as leveled workshops. Educators will have the opportunity to select prior to the in-service, a level at which they feel comfortable using/applying the technology. This allows for those who need more time to learn the general capabilities, to do so in an environment where essentials and basics are discussed. The educators who have had experience with this technology, can move at a faster pace and begin the lesson designing/implementation aspect of the training. Using eReader in the classroom offers a variety of benefits to learners:
 * The ability to resize text is one of the most often cited benefits of reading e-books. With a printed book, the reader is locked into one font size.
 * Another important feature is the ability to search the full text of e-books.
 * Many e-book readers allow you to look up definitions easily.

Helpful links:

 * **[|75 Ways to Use iPads in the]**
 * ** [|iPads in Education] **
 * **[|InterAction Education]**
 * **[|Learning in Hand]**

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**Technology In-Service Day ~** The Schedule would be designed as follows: media type="custom" key="13269740" //AM training session://
 * //Level 1//: Core Skills Workshops: Get Familiar with the Interactive Technologies (iPad)
 * //Level 2//: Intermediate Skills: Build Effective Interactive Teaching Environments
 * //Level 3//: Using Interactive Teaching Technologies in the Classroom

//PM session//: Breakout application sessions Grade Level & Departments will work on designing materials to use with Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies, or any content area common to the grade taught or department. A technology trainer will be assigned to each group to provide support.

**LEVEL 1: Core Skills Workshop:** Get Familiar with Interactive Technologies //Goal: Through demonstrations, discussions and activities, learn the basic functions of the products (iPad, eReader)//

**LEVEL 2: Intermediate Skills:** Build Effective Interactive Teaching Environments //Goal: Through demonstrations, discussions, and hands-on activities, a training expert will provide educators with the essential hardware and software skills that set the foundation for building a successful interactive classroom. Before participating in the workshop, educators should acquire the skills taught in the Level 1 workshop. (Basic Functionality)//

**LEVEL 3: Advance Skills:** Using the Interactive Technology Goal: Use the guidelines to create and demonstrate an effective interactive classroom lesson with the

// **Learning Objectives for all participants:** As a result of actively participating in this training all participants will be able to: //
 * 1) // Understand the basic purpose and basic functions of the technology //
 * 2) // Understand Basic eReader Technology Knowledge //
 * 3) // Demonstrate the basic functionality of the software //
 * 4) // Identify basics of formats; know the difference between file types and formats. //
 * 5) // Know common devices and what format it supports //
 * 6) // Know what devices are compatible //
 * 7) // Know about the basics of devices //
 * 8) // Know how to read an eBook on a device Know what devices are available and compatible with eMedia. //
 * 9) // Know the difference between tablets and e-readers. Know what an “app” is and how to download one on the tablet vs. the computer. //
 * 10) // Know how to uninstall software and reset devices. //

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