Tech talks: tools worth knowing

1. Tech talks: tools worth knowing Professional development using technology tools

2. On the Web Using Poll Everywhere Texting Sample laptop view

3. PD Vision Utilizing technology for program and staff development • Standardization • Personalization • Implementation

4. District Initiatives – What is the role of Technology? • Ensuring a Focus on Learning • Establishing a Results Orientation • Building a Collaborative Culture

5. Moving to Digital “Proximity is not a prerequisite for an effective collaborative team. Teachers can use technology to create powerful partnerships with colleagues across the district… “there is no reason that time and distance should keep people from interacting as a team… virtual teams can be every bit as productive and rewarding as face-to-face teams.” Boettcher, J. V.. "Ten Best Practices for Teaching Online Quick Guide for New Online Faculty ." Designing for Learning. N.p., 2008. Web. 8 Mar 2012. <http://www.designingforlearning.info/services/writing/ecoach/tenbest.html>.

6. Moving to Digital - Benefits

7. Standardization • Resources for facilitators • Materials for learners • Blended and virtual environments • Account management • Platform for innovators

8. Using Microsoft Lync to deliver training Technical considerations Testing and preparation Use cases Standardization

9. Personalization • Menu of course offerings • Tech Talks • Assistive Technology • Special Training Sessions • Technology Expo Participants • Facilitator Trainings • NCCE Conference Attendees

10. Diversified for staff needs New employee orientation CEL 5D+ support for principals Professional Development facilitators Personalization

11. 24/7 access to materials and support Session archives Example from our district NCCE Pre-Meeting Personalization

12. Tech Talks: Tools Worth Knowing Content and delivery model Variety of purposes Archived for future reference Minimum of three for clock hours Implementation

13. Microsoft Lync Features • Presence

14. Microsoft Lync Features • Presence • Instant Messaging

15. Microsoft Lync Features • Presence • Instant Messaging • Video calling

16. Microsoft Lync Features • Presence • Instant Messaging • Video calling • Video conferencing

17. Microsoft Lync VIDEO CONFERENCING • Screen sharing • File sharing • Polling • Whiteboard • Mark up Tools

18. Facilitator training • Expectations of training using Lync • What to include in their presentation • How to approach • Using Lync as a tool • Capturing attendance

19. Tech talk components • Template for each facilitator to use • Agenda and objectives of training • Using Lync • Content • Continuing Support for content • Clock hour information • Evaluation

20. Topic/Session Examples

21. Data 100% of the participants stated that: • Hearing strategies and ideas from others is helpful. • Using Microsoft Lync was not difficult. • The Instruction was engaging and effective. • The instructional materials were useful and appropriate for learning the content. • The Trainer assessed my knowledge and/or skills either formally or informally. • The overall course was excellent. 96% of the participants agreed that: • The physical arrangements were adequate Most (~80%) participants responded that: • They prefer to join a class via Lync over driving to a central location. • It is not very important to ever meet other participants face-to-face. • They have either never missed a session or viewed the session archive video.

22. Looking to the Future What can we do next? • Wider access Students Larger training events • Professional growth opportunities Integrated online systems Non-traditional delivery for credit

23. Q and A

24. Thank you for coming! Contact information: Laurie Kirkland Technology Integration Program Specialist – Kent SD laurie.kirkland@kent.k12.wa.us 253-373-7146 Becky Keene One-to-One Program Specialist – Kent SD rebecca.keene@kent.k12.wa.us 253-373-7143