Summer Tech Bytes
July 28, 2020
ITS Updates
IO
Our assessment tool IO, formally known as EADMS, will be replaced at the end of August. Please be sure to save or export any assessment information before then.
WebEx
All PUSD staff now have access to WebEx Teams and Meetings. You can access these resources through Clever. There is more information below on claiming your WebEx Account.
Google Meet and Hangouts
Due to our migration over to Webex, Google Meet and Hangouts will no longer be available students after August 3rd, and for staff after August 17th. Webex Meetings and Teams will replace these applications.
ITS Ticket System
If you need support with your accounts or devices provided by PUSD, be sure to submit a support ticket by visiting gopusd.com/helpdesk. We anticipate that there will be a heightened need for support when school starts, so be sure to submit tickets for support ASAP.
Powerschool Learning
Canvas and Powerschool Learning are still working on getting all content exported from the PSL environment. They are still experiencing issues within the PSL platform that is delaying this process. We apologize for the delay and are working with both teams to get this done before teachers return.
PUSD Survey Information
There is a new districtwide survey page where staff and community members can view and access any active surveys as well as read the results of past surveys. You can access this information by visiting pusd.us/suvey
WebEx Staff Accounts
Webex is now available for all PUSD staff, students currently do not have access to Webex. Their accounts will become available before the start of the 2020-21 school year. In order to access the links for both Webex Teams and Meetings, please visit the Clever Portal. ITS is still working on the implementation of all Webex features, so if you take advantage of the free training sessions, some features may be missing at this time. Please check our updates to hear about important feature additions.You can find these trainings by clicking on the button below.
Within Webex we have 3 main applications that staff will engage with:
- Webex Meetings: Used to host online meetings with HD video, audio, and screen sharing.
- Webex Teams: Used for keeping your teams connected through messaging, file sharing, whiteboards, and calling using your PUSD phone extension.
- Webex Classroom: Available within the Canvas course environment. This tool includes Classroom Collaborations, Virtual Meetings, and Office Hour sign ups.
Here are some highlighted Webex features that we are excited about:
- Breakout Rooms (coming in September)
- Virtual Whiteboarding
- Easy Recording Access (for synchronous and asynchronous)
- Office Hours Scheduling
- Secure Access for Staff and Students
- Canvas Integration (for lesson access and recordings)
- Google Calendar Integration
- District Extension Calling
- Internal Messaging
#TechLeader Application
In order to apply to become a #TechLeader for the 2020-21 school year an application must be completed. The #TechLeader role description and application can be found HERE. The application will close on Friday, August 14th.
EdTech - Innovative Technology Services
If you need support with your accounts or devices provided by PUSD, submit a support ticket at gopusd.com/helpdesk.
Email: EdTech@pusd.us
Website: pusd.us/its
Location: 351 South Hudson Avenue, Pasadena, CA, USA
Phone: 626-396-3699