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Integrating Technology (K-12)
Bryan FaceyLearning Specialist, Technology (K-12)
Brenda MacDonaldTechnology Mentor Teacher
Jeff WhippleDedicated Notebook Project Technology Mentor
Today’s Discussion
DoE Policy 311 Presentation on Technology K-12 Dedicated Notebook Project (7-8) Notebooks for Teachers Initiative Programs in School District 18 Technology Professional
Development for Teachers
Who are we? (Bryan) Teacher of Technology Education at the middle school
and high school levels (6-12)
Former Technology Mentor Teacher
Technology Education Supervisor, School Districts 17& 18
Technology SPR (Department Head) - Leo Hayes High School
Consultant – Various ICT Projects (Jordan, Slovakia, Canadian International Development Agency – CIDA)
Currently – Learning Specialist, Technology (K-12) in School District 18
Who are we? (Brenda)
Broad Base Technology Teacher – Leo Hayes High School
Instructor: Post-secondary College (Technology Programs)
Participant in International ICT projects in Slovakia and the Netherlands
Currently a Technology Mentor Teacher in School District 18
Provincially recognized as a leader in technology curriculum development
M.Ed Candidate – Instructional Design
Who are we? (Jeff) Relatively new teacher Degree in Engineering Experience teaching multi-grade classrooms &
team teaching Notebook Teacher UNB Instructor Notebook Technology Mentor Internationally recognized educational technology
blogger Invited presenter for international technology
conferences
Who are you?
Student Introductions…
What grade levels would you prefer to work?
What subject areas would you like to teach?
The times, they are changing…
A bit about our school district…
34 schools 750 + teachers 12,396 students Geographically - Doaktown to
McAdam Broadband wireless infrastructure in
all schools Wide Area Network
NB Department of Education Policy 311
Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) Use (2004)
Policy 311 Appendix A – Reporting Requirements Appendix B – Posting and Release of
Student Information Appendix C – Acceptable Computer
Use Agreement
We all have a role to play...
Today’s Learner…
Digital Natives (Marc Prensky) Students who have grown up in the
digital age Have the ability to multi-task in a
right here, right know environment (twitch speed)
Perhaps even learn differently than their parents and grandparents…just maybe?
What is Policy 311?
Defines the standards for appropriate use of computer technology
Applies to everyone: students, teachers, volunteers…
It applies 24 hours per day, 7 days per week
The goals of Policy 311 are…
For use as a pedagogical aid; supporting student learning
as a resource for personnel to facilitate and advance the performance of their assigned duties, to enhance their competence in the use of ICT, and to foster lifelong learning;
The goals of Policy 311 are…
as an avenue to explore and promote the dual linguistic and cultural heritage of the Province and;
as a vehicle for presenting information about the public education system to its stakeholders and to a global audience.
Policy 311 Overview You MUST NOT use network
resources to access, store or install large files for recreational purposes (eg. Games, graphics or music files)
You MUST NOT create, store, send or print anything that is hate-motivated, demeaning, obscene or otherwise objectionable
More... You MUST have signed permission
to post or release information and/or images of anyone
You MUST NOT obtain access to any system or electronic material which you are not entitled (eg. hacking)
You MUST NOT spread computer viruses intentionally or make changes to files that are not yours.
Still more... You MUST respect a person’s or
organization’s copyright for text and images found on the internet
You MUST NOT transmit unsolicited bulk information (SPAM: junk mail, chain letters, jokes, etc)
You MUST NOT use instant messaging or non-educational chat sites
Yet still more...
You MUST only use the email account provided by your school district
Refer to handouts…
Here are some of the things you can’t do…students
Hotmail, Yahoo Mail MSN Messenger or Yahoo Messenger MiniClip.com games Limewire or other download sites Produce or alter websites that are not
approved by the teacher/administration
Burn music CD’s for your friends
Here are some of the things you can do…
Use your student email account Research on the internet and watch
videos Create movies on MovieMaker Listen to music CD’s (when allowed) Use on-line resources Prepare multimedia presentations Be a content developer!
Computer Use Agreement
Must be signed by all students and their parents/guardians in order to have access to the network and to use any computer technology
Reporting Procedure
Established reporting procedure in place
Infractions could result in employee & student disciplinary action
Policy is not designed to police, but to protect and benefit those using ICT in the school system
Parental Consent
Is required prior to posting any stduent information online
This includes photographs, names, addresses, etc.
Policy 311 Questions...
Questions....clarification?
Overview 2007-08 Notebooks for Teachers Initiative (Computer Upgrade)
760+ Notebook computers rolled out to teachers
Expansion of the Dedicated Notebook Project Nashwaaksis Middle School: 555 Students Harvey High School: 52 Students Devon Middle School: COWS Park St. School – SMART Research Project
Additional 1467 systems to maintain
Technology Professional Development Series for Teachers
Technology (K-12)
Technology Integration (K-12) Middle Level Technology (6-8) Broad Base Technology (9-10) Applied Technology (11) Tec/Voc Programs (11-12) Transition Programs (11-12)
Technology (K-5)
Technology Outcomes (APEF)
Integrated throughout curriculum. Examples: You and Your World (K-2), English Language Arts Curriculum (K-3) and 4, 5
Example (K-2) You and Your World Grade 2, Unit 2 - Technology and Community In this unit, students will explore changes that have
occurred in their community. Emphasis will also be given to changes in technology and how these have affected lifestyles.
Students will be expected to:
2.2.1 describe how people contribute to making change in communities;
2.2.2 demonstrate an understanding that technology has changed over time to meet their needs, wants, and interests; and
2.2.3 predict ways their community might change in the future and how they might contribute to that future.
Example – Grade 3 Science Unit 1 Life Science: Plant Growth and
Changes
Skill: Analysing and Interpreting
202-4 construct and label concrete-object graphs, pictographs, or bar graphs
Students should construct a bar graph once all the data are collected. This can be used to reinforce mathematics graphing skills. Technology, such as spreadsheet and commercial software, can be used to generate the graph.
Example – Language Arts 4, 5 General Curriculum Outcome 10: Students
will be expected to use a range of strategies to develop effective writing and other ways of representing and to enhance their clarity, precision and effectiveness.
By the end of Grade 4 students will be expected to use technology with increasing proficiency in writing and other forms of representing
By the end of Grade 5 students will be expected to use technology with increasing proficiency to create, revise, edit, and publish texts
Technology Programs (K-5) Technology is integrated into the curriculum at
varying levels throughout the K-5 grades
Specific examples include Literacy based software packages (example: Scholastic’s Wiggle Works) and Numeracy based software (example: Math Trek 1, 2, 3 and Neufeld Math K-6)
General examples: word processing, multimedia and web page design
Special Projects – JTST, Knowing Our Neighbors
Expectations (K-5) Schools meet curriculum outcomes
as prescribed by the Dept. of Education
Students are exposed to various forms of technology across the curriculum including word processing, Internet research and educational software applications
What can I expect to see in K-5 schools?
1-2 networked computers in every classroom
Possibly computer labs Network printers Data Projectors Possibly Smart Boards Possibly Community Access Centers
Program Framework (6-12)
Middle School (6-8) Continued integration of technology
across the curriculum (varying degrees)
Specific Programs – MSTE or Middle Level Technology Education
Special Projects – Dedicated Notebook Project (1:1 Computing)
Dedicated Notebook Project
Dedicated Notebook Project
Notebook Project Nashwaaksis Middle School: 557
Students Harvey High School: 50 Students
DVD
MSTE 6-8 Compulsory Program (6-8)
Revised Curriculum (03-05)
Offers all students the opportunity to explore and investigate a variety of technology fields and their life applications through activity and project-based learning experiences
Implementation of curriculum maps – September 2004
MSTE 6-8
Major Initiatives: Module Upgrades & Resources Hardware Upgrades Development of Middle Level
Technology Curriculum Maps
What can I expect to see in middle schools (6-8)? 1-2 networked computers in every
classroom (exception 1:1 projects) Middle Level Technology Labs Network printers Data Projectors Smart Boards Polycom Videoconference Centers Possibly Community Access Centers COWS
High School (9-12)
Continued integration of technology across the curriculum
Technology Specific Programs Broad Base Technology (9-10) Technical Vocational Programs
(11-12) Distance Learning Programs (11-12)
What can I expect to see in high schools (9-12)? 1-2 networked computers in every classroom
(exception 1:1 projects) Broad Base Technology Labs Distance Learning Centers Technology Labs Network printers Data Projectors Smart Boards Polycom Videoconference Centers Possibly Community Access Centers
Broad Base Technology (9-10) Compulsory Program (Grade 9) and
optional in Grade 10 Revised Curriculum. Students are
exposed to a minimum of 90 hours of technology oriented studies
Modular Based – designed to expose students to a comprehensive range of career opportunities while being exposed to a variety of technology applications
BBT
Applied Technology 110 Introduced at LHHS and HHS in 2003-04 Two district 18 teachers have been
instrumental in developing the curriculum for the program
Optional Program Focus - hands on activities within a wide
range of areas including career exposure
Applied Technology 110
Workplace Employability Skills Building Systems Technology Manufacturing Technology Business Development Technology Mechanical Services Technology Electronic Service Technology
Tec/Voc Programs (11-12)
Content specific Focused on the trades Of interest of students interested
in pursuing careers in trades & technology
Tec/Voc Programs (11-12)
Elective Courses - Automotive Internal Combustion Engines 110 Power Train & Chassis 110 Automotive Electrical Systems 110 Tune Up & Emissions 110
Tec/Voc Programs (11-12)
Elective Courses – Construction Framing & Sheathing 110* Site Layout & Foundations 110* Mill & Cabinet Work 110* Residential Finish and Insulation 120* Electrical Wiring 110
Tec/Voc Programs (11-12) Elective Courses – other
Introductory Electronics 110 Micro Electronics 120 Computer Aided Design 110 Computer Assisted Manufacturing 110 Drafting – Computer Aided Graphics 120 Robotics & Automated Technology 120 Technical Support 110 Metals Fabrication 110
Tec/Voc Programs (11-12) Elective Courses – other
Accounting 110/120 Entrepreneurship 110 Culinary Technology 110/120 Hospitality & Tourism 110 Fashion Technology 110/120 Fashion Design 120 Housing & Interior Design 120 Computer Applications 110 Computer Science 110/120 Information Technology 110
Tec/Voc Programs (11-12)
Local Option Programs Care & Maintenance of Automobiles
110 Advanced Keyboarding 110 Marketing 110 Advanced Computer Aided Drafting
120
Distance Learning (11-12)
http://www.gnb.ca/0000/as/dl-e.asp
43+ courses online Continued growth over the last 5
years Anytime, anywhere Distance Learning Centers
Support for Schools 4 Technology Mentors: PD for Teachers, Dedicated
Notebook Project, Integrating Technology with Teaching & Learning
Technology PD Series for Teachers
School Based PD
3 Additional Information Technology Support Specialists (Technicians) & Assistant IS Manager
Re-vamped Help Desk Page (NBED Portal – https://portal.nbed.nb.ca)
New District 18 Web Page: http://www.district18.nbed.nb.ca
Teacher Resources
NBED Portal for Educators Image Bank Personal Web Space Curriculum Resources Online PD Online Teaching Resources
More Resources
E-Library Canada E-Library Curriculum Addition
Canada E-Library Elementary History Study Center ProQuest Learning: Literature How do I get there?
https://portal.nbed.nb.ca
Other…
Smart Boards Data Projectors IVC – Interactive Video
Conferencing Short Distance Learning Wireless Slates
Most Important…
The students…
???? Blogs Wikis Podcasting Vodcasting IM – MSN Gaming Online Social Networking – My Space, etc. Web 2.0
Our Challenge…
To provide learning activities that truly engage students and provide them with the opportunity to collaborate, learn from and teach others
To teach our students how to think critically in this technological world
Future Direction Wireless Infrastructure Upgrades
at all schools Expansion of 1:1 projects Continued Professional
Development for Teachers More Collaborative Projects Focus on differentiated instruction
using technology
Questions?
Bryan Facey – Learning [email protected]
Brenda MacDonald – Technology [email protected]
Jeff Whipple – Notebook Technology [email protected]