2011 TAC Session I

Technology Advisory CommitteeBobby BlountAssistant Superintendent Accountability, Technology &Strategic Planning

Dr. Frank R. Petruzielo Superintendent of Schools

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Purpose of this CommitteeTo collect feedback from stakeholders on how technology can help improve student achievement.To share ideas on the effective uses of technology for teaching, learning and productivity.To offer suggestions on strengthening policies related to technology use.To assist with the development of a District vision for technology use.2State of Technology in CherokeeSources of FundingSPLOST (excludes Personnel)E-RateTitle FundsGrantsAnnual BudgetHardware InventorySoftware Inventory

3State Inventory3-Year Technology Plan21st Century Skills Assessment (8th graders)E-RateChildrens Internet Protection Act (CIPA)Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

State and Federal Requirements4District Policies, Guidelines & Documents Related to Technology UseTechnology Policy (IFBGA)Internet Acceptable Use Policy (IFBG)Internet Safety GuidelinesWebpage GuidelinesPortable Technology Use GuidelinesInternet Content Filters and Firewall RequestsCheck out of District Property

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Topics from last TAC MeetingPrioritized by Committee

Student email provided by DistrictCloud Computing & Student eLockersMobile Computing for each studentSocial networkingeTextbooksGlobal Collaboration6Student PortalStudent Email

Sky DriveOffice Web Apps

Student Portal Training UpdateInvited into 26 of 28 Schools1,597 Teachers4,955 Students (7 schools)

9TestimonySince our students finished training on the student portal, I set up and sent the automatic fine/overdue notices and sent hold notices this morning in Destiny. By 1:30 this afternoon I had students coming in telling me they received a notice and wanted to either pay a fine or renew their book. I had 2 students come in to pick up their holds. Woo Hoo! Thank you! Camille WardFreedom Middle School - Media SpecialistTopics from last TAC Meeting

Student email provided by DistrictCloud Computing & Student eLockersMobile Computing for each studentSocial networkingeTextbooksGlobal Collaboration

11BYLDBring Your Learning DeviceNetbooks and TabletsiPads/iPod ToucheReadersSmartphonesWeb Enabled Devices

12Building for byldDistrict Requests Waiver from StateDrafting GuidelinesPilotsProfessional DevelopmentParental Awareness

BYLD Open Forum

Possibilities ?Challenges ?Social Media

Definition of SOCIAL MEDIA: forms of electronic communication through which users create online communities to share information, ideas, personal messages, and other content.Merriam-WebsterWho is using social networking?Students They are already using social networking sites.Educators They are one of the largest groups utilizing these sites for their classroom and PLN.Businesses They are capitalizing on these sites by taking advantage of the advertising features.

500+ million users are on Facebook.175+ million users are on Twitter.96% of millennials have joined a social network.

Who is using social networking?A national survey released in October by the non-profit Common Sense Media found that 41% of children 8 and younger have access to a smartphone and 13% have spent time on social networking sites and virtual worlds.

why use social networking IN Schools?Educational benefits

Promotes creativityPromotes collaborationEngages studentsSupports differentiationEmpowers studentsBuilds technology skills

Social Media and nets-s

Creativity and Innovation Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology. Students: a. apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas, products, or processes. b. create original works as a means of personal or group expression. c.. use models and simulations to explore complex systems and issues. d. identify trends and forecast possibilities.

Communication and Collaboration

Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others. Students: a. interact, collaborate, and publish with peers, experts or others employing a variety of digital environments and media. b. communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences using a variety of media and formats. c. develop cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with learners of other cultures. d. contribute to project teams to produce original works or solve problems. Research and Information FluencyStudents apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information. Students: a. plan strategies to guide inquiry. b. locate, organize, analyze, evaluate, synthesize, and ethically use information from a variety of sources and media. c. evaluate and select information sources and digital tools based on the appropriateness to specific tasks. d. process data and report results.

Critical Thinking, Problem-Solving & Decision-Making

Students use critical thinking skills to plan and conduct research, manage projects, solve problems and make informed decisions using appropriate digital tools and resources. Students: a. identify and define authentic problems and significant questions for investigation. b. plan and manage activities to develop a solution or complete a project. c. collect and analyze data to identify solutions and/or make informed decisions. d. use multiple processes and diverse perspectives to explore alternative solutions.

Digital Citizenship

Students understand human, cultural, and societal issues related to technology and practice legal and ethical behavior. Students: a. advocate and practice safe, legal, and responsible use of information and technology. b. exhibit a positive attitude toward using technology that supports collaboration, learning, and productivity. c. demonstrate personal responsibility for lifelong learning. d. exhibit leadership for digital citizenship.

Technology Operations and Concepts

Students demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems and operations. Students: a. understand and use technology systems. b. select and use applications effectively and productively. c. troubleshoot systems and applications. d. transfer current knowledge to learning of new technologies.

SMACKDOWN.

Social networking Guidelines

Sub-Committee TasksFocus on one type of social mediaReview a rough draft of guidelines

Review other policiesReview articlesReview examplesParticipate in the media28

Sub-Committee TasksGoal February meeting refine the guidelines Guidelines for who?SchoolsTeachersStudentsEmployeesOther necessary procedures, forms, documents or communication

Technology Advisory WIKICherokee County School District Technology Advisory Council Wiki

30Technology Vision RefreshWhere are we going?Review Draft DocumentPosted on WIKIHas budgetary impactThink globallyFeedback may be requested before next meeting

Whats on your mind?

Committee ReportsSummarizeRecommend GuidelinesReview Vision RefreshUpdate on BYLDOverview of Technology Budget Recommendations

Next MeetingFebruary 16th, 2012 1:30pm H04

33On the RadarCCSD AcademiesScience, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM)Technical High SchoolProfessional DevelopmentEffective teacher use of technology resourcesTraining administrators to recognize effective useTools to assist with teacher evaluationLongitudinal Data System (Integration with GaDOE)Teacher Training Virtual Learning OpportunitiesPD 360Race to the Top

34We look forward to seeing you in February.

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