January 2021 PD
Instructional Technology
Instructional Technology Essential Programs Overview
New to RCS or just need a refresher? Come learn the basics of essential programs like Clever, Edlio, and Office 365 to support traditional and distance learning instruction. We will also demonstrate our learning management platforms, Kiddom and Microsoft Teams, so that you can have an idea of which program you would like to use (more training will be available).
PM Session #14162
Presenter: Jeannie Williams
Date: Tuesday, January 5, 2021
Time: 3:45-4:45
Zoom link will be emailed 1/4/21
Kiddom Refresher and New Feature Demo with Ross Wisser
For teachers who have used Kiddom and are interested in new features that have been released over the last few months, or want a refresher on any existing features. The majority of this session will be Q+A and teachers are encouraged to bring their unique situations and questions.
Ross Wisser from Kiddom will lead this session.
PM Session #:14110
Presenter: Ross Wisser (contact Jeannie Williams with questions)
Date: Thursday, January 7, 2021
Time:3:30-4:30
Zoom link https://zoom.us/j/92358911078
Taking Microsoft Teams to the Next Level
PM Session #:14120
Presenter: Jennifer Brooks
Date: Thursday, January 7, 2021
Time:3:45-4:45
Zoom link/location: Zoom link will be emailed 1/6/21
Hosting Your Virtual Class Zoom Meeting
- learn how to use the basic features of Zoom.
- review Zoom settings.
- determine how students will access meeting links and where they will store class recordings for asynchronous learners.
PM Session #: 14187 Elementary
Presenter: Cherri McCrary
Date: Friday, January 8, 2021
Time: 3:00-4:00
Zoom link/location: https://rcschools.zoom.us/j/82056597776
PM#: 14188 Middle/High
Presenter: Jeannie Williams
Date: Friday, January 8, 2021
Time: 3:30-4:30
Zoom Link/location: https://rcschools.zoom.us/j/88552097587
Edlio: Teacher Webpages Made Easy
Edlio is an easy to use, consistent communication tool that provides parents and students the option subscribe to the teacher’s website and receive push notifications. Teachers can update their webpage from any device. In this session, teachers will create a page, update their profile, add assignments to their class calendar, build picture or video galleries, and more. Teachers will be amazed at how easy and fast this communication process can be.
PM Session # 14161
Presenter: Jeannie Williams
Date: Monday, January 11, 2021
Time: 2:45-3:45
Zoom link will be emailed 1/11/21
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PM Session #14163
Presenter: Jeannie Williams
Date: Monday, January 11, 2021
Time: 3:45-4:45
Zoom link will be emailed 1/11/21
Advanced Tips and Tricks for Teaching Online with Zoom
Are you ready to take your synchronous Zoom class to the next level? This session will highlight some of the more advanced features in Zoom as well as some tips and tricks to foster greater student engagement. In this session the participants will:
- Review Zoom settings for meetings and recordings.
- Learn how to use polls, break out rooms, and the white board/annotation tool
- Discuss tips and tricks for fostering student engagement
PM Session #:14106
Presenter: Cherri McCrary
Date: January 14, 2021
Time:3:45-4:45
Zoom link/location:https://rcschools.zoom.us/j/82056597776
Microsoft Teams Meetings
PM Session #:14121
Presenter: Jennifer Brooks
Date: Tuesday, January 19, 2021
Time: 3:45-4:45
Zoom link/location: Zoom link will be emailed 1/18/21
Using Nearpod to Engage Students with High Impact Strategies
Did you know that you can use Nearpod for a wide variety of instructional strategies, like direct instruction, vocabulary instruction, worked examples, and questioning? Join this session to learn not only how to use this engaging program, but how to capitalize on high impact teaching strategies to engage your students and get valuable formative data to inform your next steps in class.
PM Session #: 14137
Presenter: Kim Cing
Date: Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Time: 3:45-4:45
Zoom link/location: Zoom link will be emailed 1/19/21
Creating Formative Assessments in Mastery Connect
Mastery Connect is a versatile platform that allows teachers to track student mastery of critical skills. Teachers can upload existing assessments and create an answer document, quickly score paper/ pencil tests by creating an answer key and providing students with bubble sheets or use the CASE/CERTICA item banks purchased by RCS (Rutherford County Schools) to create standards aligned assessments. In this session the participants will:
- Review tracker basics
- Create and share an assessment with Mastery Connect.
- Review steps to administer an assessment in Mastery Connect
- Review accessing and analyzing key reports
PM Session #: 14107
Presenter: Cherri McCrary
Date: Thursday, January 21, 2021
Time: 3:45-4:45
Zoom link/location: https://rcschools.zoom.us/j/82056597776
Exploring Microsoft Accessibility Tools for Students with Disabilities
Microsoft has many features and tools that can assist students with a variety of disabilities, including vision, hearing, speech, and reading disabilities. If you work with special needs students at all, you can benefit from learning about these features! Participants will learn how to use accessibility tools that are built into the Windows 10 operating system and the Microsoft Office 365 Suite. Tools highlighted in this session include Windows 10 Ease of Access settings, Immersive Reader, Dictate, and Office Lens.
PM Session # 14138
Presenter: Kim Cing
Date: Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Time: 3:45-4:45
Zoom link/location: Zoom link will be emailed 1/25/21
