Ranger Ready

Tech Thursday | 17 November 2016

SUPERINTENDENT UPDATE

Please watch the Garland Independent School District's Superintendent Dr. Bob Morrison's Superintendent Update as he discusses the GISD Ready Initiative with Dr. Mida Milligan, Executive Director of Communications.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

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EVERY CLASS, EVERYDAY!

Every teacher, in every class, everyday needs to have students use their iPads. The expectation is that students are using their iPads at least 15 minutes in every class.

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FOUND AN iPAD?

Teachers please turn in lost iPads to the main office or the iTech (Room 400a) ASAP!

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REMIND STUDENTS!

Please remind students to bring their iPads EVERYDAY because the devices must check in to the building and receive daily security and inventory updates.

Apps of the Week

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Formative Assessment

Quick checks for understanding don't have to take lots of tech-know-how or time. This week's tools are quick, easy and engaging, yet give teachers powerful information in seconds.

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Mentimeter

Engage students and get instant feedback with Mentimeter. This web-based application helps make lessons innovative and memorable in no time flat.

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Poll Everywhere

Poll Everywhere is a web-based application that allows teachers to ask students questions and get real time feedback using their iPads. Teachers can view responses live on the web or embedded in their presentation.