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Tech Bytes
February 14, 2023
Upcoming Dates
Report Cards
Elementary
February 6 - Elementary Grading window opens
February 27 - Last day for elementary teachers to enter grades
Secondary
February 7 - Secondary Grading window opens
February 17 - Last day for secondary teachers to enter grades
Webinars & Special Events
- February 23-26 - Nearpod's Camp Engage is back!
- February 25, 9:00 AM - EduProtocols (free for CUE members, $5 for non-CUE members)
- February 27 - March 12 - Paper Missions Contest
- March 1, 4:30 PM - Informational Webinar about ChatGPT presented by LACOE
- March 8, 10:00 AM - Flip Event: A Tribute to Mrs. Coretta Scott King With Her Daughter Dr. Bernice A. King
Panorama Survey
The Panorama Survey is now live for 3rd-12th grade students, staff members, and community members. The survey must be completed by February 24th.
The Panorama Teacher and Staff Survey gathers teacher and staff perceptions of their professional well-being; capacity and efficacy around supporting academic, social, and emotional learning; professional learning opportunities; cultural competency and awareness; school climate and culture; and relationships with colleagues, families, and school leadership.
For more information, please see the newsletter linked below.
ITS Updates
New Devices
As we get closer to new devices being deployed at your site, please follow the checklist below to be sure you are prepared. Failure to complete everything on this list will result in a delay in receiving your device.
Move files from old desktops and laptop computers to Google Drive to ensure you do not lose anything important. It is very important that you have moved all files to Drive before the techs arrive in your classroom to replace your device.
Clear off your desk to make space for your new device, monitor, docking station, keyboard, and mouse.
Make sure you know your login credentials (email address and login password)
Have old devices ready to be picked up and let the technicians know where they are when they arrive. This includes Chromebooks, Lenovos, desktop computers, and any other old laptops that are more than two years old.
Please see the Staff Device Refresh FAQ for commonly asked questions about the device refresh, including tentative dates we will be at your site. Updates will be posted there.
EdTech Integration: Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence in the Classroom
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the term used to describe a computer or machine performing tasks a human would complete, such as problem solving and decision making. The goal of AI is generally for a computer to perform tasks as well as or better than humans.
New applications and websites are shared on an almost daily basis that make everyday tasks easier. Many AI tools are now being brought into classrooms in ways that aid both teachers and students.
How can teachers use AI in the classroom?
- Produce assessment questions
- Generate lesson ideas
- Draft an email or recommendation letter
- Provide students with access to good examples
- Generate discussion prompts and questions
- Add it to your "think-pair-share" routine
Email: EdTech@pusd.us
Website: pusd.us/its
Location: 351 South Hudson Avenue, Pasadena, CA, USA
Phone: 626-396-3699