1-to-1 series: staff development ideas that work!
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1-to-1 Series: Staff Development Ideas that Work!. By Sally Garza Director of Technology Lawrence Upper School. About ME. Sally Garza Director of Technology Lawrence Upper School. About ME. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
BySally Garza
Director of Technology Lawrence Upper School
1-TO-1 SERIES: STAFF
DEVELOPMENT IDEAS THAT WORK!
Sally Garza Director of Technology Lawrence Upper School
ABOUT ME
Lawrence School is an independent school in Sagamore Hills and Broadview Heights, Ohio that specializes in teaching students with learning differences.
ABOUT ME
Mission: Our mission is to teach students who have distinct learning styles, ignite their potential, and inspire academic and social success.
Vision: One day all students who learn differently will have the opportunity, encouragement and resources to fulfill their potential and benefit society.
Slogan: Where differences are not disabilities; where great minds don't think alike.
Purpose is to assist teachers in integrating technology seamlessly into their curriculum
Technology should = E2
Efficient & Effective
PHILOSOPHY OF TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Step 1:Make teachers aware of what technology and training are
available
Step 2:Make teachers comfortable in using technology including
how to troubleshoot technology issues
Step 3:Help teachers in being comfortable in assisting students with
technology
MAJOR STEPS INTECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Grades 1-6 at Lower School CampusComputer Labs Teachers with laptopsAlphaSmart NEO’s available for checkout for 5-6 th
graders as needed (dsygraphia, written expression issues, ADHD…)
2-3 laptops available in each classroom for use in class
SmartBoards in all classrooms (just this year)
LAWRENCE SCHOOL’S TECHNOLOGY
Grades 7-12 at Upper School CampusTablet PC 1-1 program at high school grades
Student/parent purchased at 9 th grade
Laptop 1-1 program at middle school gradesSchool owned computers
Teachers = tablet computers w/docks
LAWRENCE SCHOOL’S TECHNOLOGY
• Theater/conference type setting gaining information through a lecture-style format
• Topics range from:– Overviews of new policy, procedure, software, services, hardware– Not recommended for step-by-step instruction, unless they are very
basic instructions and teachers all have computers with them
• Tips:– Keep relatively short (10-30 minutes)– Use lots of pictures or visuals if available– Try to get audience participation if applicable
WHOLE GROUP INSTRUCTION
Pros:Usually best for introduction to new service, policy,
software, hardwareGreat for generating ideas amongst staff members on how
to utilize technology
Cons:Hard to make sure everyone understands new concepts Not good for step-by-step instruction of tech skillsMay need to do individual review with individuals lacking
tech savviness
WHOLE GROUP INSTRUCTION
• Weekly mini-lesson sent to all faculty on a quick technology tip• Topics range from:–Online grade book tips–How to use comment
feature in Word –How to create a Photo
Album in Power Point –How to add a printer to
their computer
• Tips:–Keep 1-2 pages long–Use lots of pictures and
screenshots –Use simple steps
• Distribute:–Email as text or
attachment–Word/PDF ii–Post to blog, bulletin
board and/or a website
TUESDAYS TECH TIPS OF THE WEEK
TUESDAYS TECH TIPS OF THE WEEK
• Pros:– Allows simple instruction
to be shared with faculty– Creates a library of
skill/knowledge that builds over time
– Is something tangible that faculty can refer to later on their own
– Reduces questions about simple tasks
• Cons:– Must be short and
simple skills– Surprisingly, some
faculty members prefer not to read and will not want to figure out tasks on their own
TUESDAYS TECH TIPS OF THE WEEK
• Training for 1-5 faculty members on a specific step-by-step skill/tasks
• Topics:– Learning specific software, hardware, or service– Learning how to integrate technology into specific subject area/type
lesson
• Tips:– Group by subject area or grade level– Have specific goals for individual or small group– Have them bring their needs for training to you– Keep short and specific; usually 45 minutes, longer if they are working
on a specific project
INDIVIDUALIZED / SMALL-GROUP SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION
Pros: Training becomes more meaningful because they are
bringing needs to you Smaller groups for instruction = less distracting More specific training
Cons: Time in the annual schedule Need technology staff to fulfill training needs $$$ - need a budget and an administration that
supports the need for this type of training
INDIVIDUALIZED / SMALL-GROUP SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION
• Lawrence Upper School had a rotating 1-1 training schedule for all staff members during the first 2 years of our 1-to-1 program
• Each staff member received 1-1 tech training for 1 class period (45 minutes) once every two weeks
• Topics vary each time based on Tech Director and staff member needs– Specific websites that might be useful for specific lessons– Specific software that can be implemented for a lesson– Specific instruction on how to use software, hardware, or services
INDIVIDUALIZED / SMALL-GROUP SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION
• Training for 1-10 faculty members on a specific step-by-step tech skills during summer months
• Topics range from:– Learning a new piece of
software, hardware, or service that is crucial for every day productivity
• Tips:– Make it worth making the trip
to school over the summer (include snacks, incentives like computer upgrades….)
– 2-3 hour sessions to make attendance worthwhile
– Have faculty sign up for specific times; give them at least a few options for times/days of week; be flexible with the summer training schedule
OPTIONAL SUMMER WORKSHOPS
Pros: Don’t waste training time during school year Make sure everyone is trained on specific skills before
next school year Use small groups vs. large group training
Cons: Resistant teachers Time-consuming for tech training staff over summer Won’t work unless you have total support of
administrative staff
OPTIONAL SUMMER WORKSHOPS
• Look for collaborative workshops in your area
• CCIS (Cleveland Council of Independent Schools) has been coordinating a ½ day technology showcase as a way for teachers to share technology ideas with each other
OPTIONAL SUMMER WORKSHOPS
Need Administrative Support for Technology Professional Development including: Time in the School Calendar Funding Staffing Clearly Stated Expectations Incentives
EFFECTIVE STRATEGIES
Distance learningOnline classesExpert staff as technology trainersCloud computing in a 1-to-1 environment
LOOKING FORWARD
Sally Garza Director of Technology Lawrence Upper School [email protected] www.lawrenceschool.org
Twitter: smg421girl Technology blog at msgarza.wordpress.com Handouts available at www.slideshare.net/smg421
QUESTIONS?