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Tech Tip Tuesday Edition 19

MSD 25 Instructional Technology Team

Tech Tip TuesdayEdition 19 MSD 25 Instructional Technology Team

Have You Checked Your Zoom Security Settings Lately?

Zoom has updated many features and their locations. It can be difficult to know if our meetings are as secure as possible. Here is a review of how to find and update common Zoom safety settings, even if you are not currently remote. Watch this or use our step-by-step directions.
Zoom Security Settings MSD

How Can I Add More Engagement in Zoom?

Check out this blog article with 25 innovative ways to use Zoom in your next meeting. Game shows, scavenger hunts, drawing apps... there are countless ways to get, gain or keep your students' attention while Zooming.

How Can I Use Zoom Breakout Rooms More Effectively?

This video has some great tips for setting meeting attendees up for success while in a breakout room. These ideas could be used with students, colleagues or school groups.
Top tips for Zoom Breakout Rooms

Resources Just Added To The MSD Student Tools Page!

If you have not yet visited the Student Tools page hosted on the Technology Department Website, we encourage you to explore it yourself and with students. Just added: links to Destiny Library, Canva for Desktop Publishing and a Student Reporting Link as well as direction links for signing the AUP for device use.
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View the March PD Calendar!

The Staff Professional Development Course offerings will now be available on the MSD website for planning purposes. Click on the link to view the full calendar and sign up for courses.


PD Calendar

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View our Digital Library on YouTube

Subscribe to our channel to see more instructional videos and tutorials about tools to use in your classroom.


MSD Instructional Support Channel

Our Instructional Technology Team

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Mary Elizabeth Pearson

Director of Technology


We are here when you need us! Don't hesitate to reach out for ideas or suggestions for how to invigorate your classroom through technology. Create a help desk ticket for instructional support and we will connect with you soon.

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Melissa Dilling

Instructional Technology TOSA


Melissa just joined MSD this summer, but previously taught elementary and middle school technology. Melissa is a Google Level 1 Certified Educator and holds a Master's degree in Learning and Technology. She loves learning how technology can work to engage and motivate learners.

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Amy Hooper

Instructional Technology TOSA


This is Amy's 8th year with MSD working in many secondary settings in the classroom, the library, as well as teaching summer school. Amy has always loved to learn more about tech and enjoys helping others integrate technology into their classrooms.