Nevada Pathway Project Online Professional Development Background of the Nevada Pathway Project The Nevada Pathway Project grew out of the Nevada Educational Technology Plan and statewide concern about student engagement and achievement. Stakeholders recognized that it is crucial that Nevada’s students are prepared for the demands of the 21st century. Nevada’s students are dispersed across 109,826 square miles, live in a variety of urban and rural areas, and can benefit from the links to the peers, experts, and the world through technology. Increased education technology, appropriately used in classrooms, is critical for meeting these needs. Nevada students deserve to use technology as they work towards academic achievement, develop career aspirations, and build cultural awareness. Nevada students must be prepared to compete in a global economy in which technology is an essential tool for success. Participating teachers and administrators took part in a two-year professional development program, funded through Federal ARRA, focused on recognizing and addressing the needs of 21st century students through the framework of the revised Nevada Educational Technology Standards, which align to the National Educational Technology Standards for Students (NETS-S). All of the professional development took place in an online environment. The modules are archived for future professional development needs across the state. To facilitate the integration of educational technology and implementation of strategies learned, each participating teacher was provided a minimum set of technology tools, such as student laptops and iPod touches. Read more… Rigorous professional development pushed teachers outside of their comfort zone and stretched them into transforming their practice. Many teachers felt this experience provided them with the opportunity to become facilitators of learning which will benefit their students for years to come. Positive Results Teacher created MAP websites, and Kids in Action TPACK lesson plan e-books by content area John I. Wilson Leadership for Learning Award Featured case study in Cases in Educational Technology Integration in Urban Schools Presentations CUE 2011, ISTE 2012
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Nevada Pathway Project Online Professional Development Background of the Nevada Pathway Project
The Nevada Pathway Project grew out of the Nevada Educational Technology Plan and statewide concern about student engagement and achievement. Stakeholders recognized that it is crucial that Nevada’s students are prepared for the demands of the 21st century. Nevada’s students are dispersed across 109,826 square miles, live in a variety of urban and rural areas, and can benefit from the links to the peers, experts, and the world through technology. Increased education technology, appropriately used in classrooms, is critical for meeting these needs. Nevada students deserve to use technology as they work towards academic achievement, develop career aspirations, and build cultural awareness. Nevada students must be prepared to compete in a global economy in which technology is an essential tool for success.
Participating teachers and administrators took part in a two-year professional development program, funded through Federal ARRA, focused on recognizing and addressing the needs of 21st century students through the framework of the revised Nevada Educational Technology Standards, which align to the National Educational Technology Standards for Students (NETS-S).
All of the professional development took place in an online environment. The modules are archived for future professional development needs across the state. To facilitate the integration of educational technology and implementation of strategies learned, each participating teacher was provided a minimum set of technology tools, such as student laptops and iPod touches. Read more…
Rigorous professional development pushed teachers outside of their comfort zone and stretched them into transforming their practice. Many teachers felt this experience provided them with the opportunity to become facilitators of learning which will benefit their students for years to come. Positive Results Teacher created MAP websites, and
Kids in Action TPACK lesson plan e-books by content
area John I. Wilson Leadership for
Learning Award Featured case study in Cases in
Educational Technology Integration in Urban Schools
6. Reflect on your learning. 7. Share your experiences with other
teachers. 8. Explore resources to help
students understand digital citizenship and create/maintain their online presence.
Course Content Websites, Wikis, and Blogs
1. Why do I need to be connected? 2. Which one(s) should I use? 3. What to include 4. Resources for websites, wikis, and
blogs a. Blogging Basics b. Sample Blogs and Wikis c. Sample teacher websites d. Tutorials e. Gadgets, widgets, and other
fun stuff 5. Copyright and Fair Use Law
a. Copyright FREE media 6. ADA Accommodations for
Websites and Online Courses 7. Maintaining your
website/wiki/blog
Creating an Electronic Portfolio
1. Where do I begin? 2. How do I build my portfolio? 3. Electronic Portfolio resources
from Kathy Schrock 4. Sample ePortfolios 5. Curriculum vitae resources and
samples
The Connected Classroom
1. Why go paperless? a. What students say b. Resources for teaching
paperless c. Samples and Tips
2. Blogging with students
Online modules created in MOODLE are available to all Nevada teachers.
Integrating Technology into the Classroom The Connected Teacher Mobile Tech Shed Nevada Collaborative Projects
Mobile Tech Shed
Course Objectives
1. Learn the basic operation of an iPod touch and iPad.
2. Become familiar with navigating, identifying, and downloading content from iTunes into your iTunes library.
3. Understand the basic process of managing multiple mobile devices.
4. Explore different strategies and tips for managing a technology rich environment.
5. Explore advanced instructional uses and implementation ideas.
6. Understand how iPods and iPads can be used in various instructional settings to support student learning.
Course Content iPods and iPads: Basics
1. iPod Touch: At a Glance 2. Slide to Learn 3. Further Exploration
All About iTunes
1. The Basics 2. Building a library 3. Setting up an iTunes Account
without a credit card 4. App Store 5. Volume Purchase Program
Inside the Toolbox
1. Updating the IOS 2. Carts 3. Setting up a Master iPod 4. Creating a BackUp 5. Restore All iPods from Master
BackUp 6. Configuring WiFi 7. iCloud
Managing a Technology Rich Classroom
1. Technology Contracts 2. Check In & Check Out 3. Device Identification 4. Golden Nuggets! Essential Advice
Online modules created in MOODLE are available to all Nevada teachers.
Integrating Technology into the Classroom The Connected Teacher Mobile Tech Shed Nevada Collaborative Projects
Mobile Tech Shed (cont’d)
Beyond the Basics
1. Creating ePubs 2. Adding United Streaming Videos 3. TextBooks 4. Books Galore! 5. Going Google 6. Voice Memos
a. Reading Fluency & Smart Playlists
7. QR codes
iPods and iPads as a Learning Tool
1. Using iPods in the Classroom a. Science b. Social Studies c. English Language Arts d. Math
2. Learning Snapshots a. Ideas to Inspire: Using iPods
and iPads b. Interesting Ways to use an
iPad 3. Apps Galore!
a. iPoddery- Resource Exploration
b. Apptivities c. App Favorites: Tutorials
Online modules created in MOODLE are available to all Nevada teachers.
Integrating Technology into the Classroom The Connected Teacher Mobile Tech Shed Nevada Collaborative Projects
Nevada Collaborative Projects
Course Objectives
1. Collaborate with teachers and classrooms from around the State of Nevada.
2. Participate and complete a collaborative project, or, create your own collaborative project.
3. Demonstrate 21st century skills.
Course Content
1. Life Science: Biodiversity in Nevada, multimedia project
2. Earth Science: Mining for Nevada’s Future
3. Math: Math On Location, blogging and podcasting
4. English/Language Arts: Online Book Clubs and Book Blogs
5. Social Studies: Webquests for learning, creating webquests
All courses were developed by Sara Stewart, CCSD and Terra Graves, WCSD
How to participate in the Nevada Pathway Project online modules: Clark County School District: Contact Sara Stewart, Curriculum and Professional Development, [email protected] Washoe County School District: Contact Terra Graves, Educational Technology, [email protected] All other counties: If your district has a MOODLE server, contact Terra or Sara to request the course files. If your district does not have a MOODLE server, teachers are welcome to take the courses from Clark or Washoe when they are offered.
Carson City: Janice Towns Churchill: John Johnson Clark: Loretta Asay Douglas: Brian Frazier, Leigh Luce Elko: Susan Neal Eureka: Elmer Porter Humboldt: Jeanne Moline, Dave Jensen Lander: Curt Jordan Lincoln: Robert Sidford Lyon: Scott Lommori Mineral: Teri White Nye: Ginger Olson Pershing: Amanda Burrows Storey: Jerry Atkins Washoe: Joe Elcano
White Pine: Jennifer Farnsworth, Mark Bechtel
Professional Development Staff
Online PD Coordinator: Terra Graves, WCSD Project Facilitator: Sara Stewart, CCSD