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
Online modules created in MOODLE are available to all Nevada teachers.
Integrating Technology into the Classroom Pre-requisite course. It is recommended that this is taken first. Course Objectives 1. Build background knowledge and skills of 21st Century learning, TPACK, Web 2.0 Tools/Resources, and using games in the classroom. 2. Explore available tools and resources to support classroom technology integration. 3. Learn how to create activities and lesson plans for any content area. 4. Implement your learning in the classroom. 5. Reflect on your learning. 6. Share your experiences with other teachers.
Course Content 21st Century Skills 1. What are the 21st Century Skills? 2. Learning to Change, Changing to Learn 3. ISTE: National Education Technology Standards 4. Partnership for 21st Century Skills a. Framework definitions b. Skills Maps/ICT Literacy Maps c. Sample Activities d. P21 Common Core Toolkit 5. NETS-S and P21 Framework Correlation 6. Cheryl Lemke's Innovation Through Technology Webinar TPACK (Technological-Pedagogicaland-Content-Knowledge) 1. 2. 3. 4.
What is TPACK? More TPACK information Activity Types TPACK Lesson Planning
Web 2.0 Tools and Resources 1. What is Web 2.0? 2. Ideas for using Web 2.0 tools in your classroom Using Games and Simulations 1. Learning occurs when we play 2. Resources by Content Area
Integrating Technology into the Classroom Mobile Tech Shed
The Connected Teacher Nevada Collaborative Projects
Online modules created in MOODLE are available to all Nevada teachers.
The Connected Teacher Course Objectives 1. Create and maintain a professional online presence (website, blog, etc.) 2. Create and maintain a dynamic online resource for students and parents (including calendar, interactivity, resources, etc.) 3. Create and maintain an ePortfolio (artifacts, CV/resume, evidence of PD learning, professional interests, etc.) 4. Explore various tools and samples of teacher websites, blogs, etc. 5. Explore teacher communities (Edmodo, Ning, etc.) 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. 2. 3. 4.
Why do I need to be connected? Which one(s) should I use? What to include 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
Integrating Technology into the Classroom Mobile Tech Shed
The Connected Teacher Nevada Collaborative Projects
Online modules created in MOODLE are available to all Nevada teachers.
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. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Updating the IOS Carts Setting up a Master iPod Creating a BackUp Restore All iPods from Master BackUp 6. Configuring WiFi 7. iCloud Managing a Technology Rich Classroom 1. 2. 3. 4.
Integrating Technology into the Classroom Mobile Tech Shed
Technology Contracts Check In & Check Out Device Identification Golden Nuggets! Essential Advice
The Connected Teacher Nevada Collaborative Projects
Online modules created in MOODLE are available to all Nevada teachers.
Mobile Tech Shed (cont’d) Beyond the Basics
iPods and iPads as a Learning Tool
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Creating ePubs Adding United Streaming Videos TextBooks Books Galore! Going Google Voice Memos a. Reading Fluency & Smart Playlists 7. QR codes
Integrating Technology into the Classroom Mobile Tech Shed
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
The Connected Teacher Nevada Collaborative Projects
Online modules created in MOODLE are available to all Nevada teachers.
Nevada Collaborative Projects Course Objectives
Course Content
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.
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, stewarts@interact.ccsd.net Washoe County School District: Contact Terra Graves, Educational Technology, tgraves@washoeschools.net 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.
Integrating Technology into the Classroom Mobile Tech Shed
The Connected Teacher Nevada Collaborative Projects
Project Managers Loretta Asay, CCSD Joe Elcano, WCSD
Dept. of Education Kim Vidoni
Professional Development Staff Online PD Coordinator: Terra Graves, WCSD Project Facilitator: Sara Stewart, CCSD Curriculum Specialist: Dixie Stephens, CCSD Online PD Tech/Website: Conrad Allen, CCSD
Leadership Project District Representatives 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
Jacque Ewing-Taylor Shawn Pennell UNR
Credit Oversight Kendall Hartley, UNLV
Evaluation Neal Strudler PG Schrader UNLV
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