MWISD Tech Tip Tuesday
December 3, 2019
Student Choice Response Board- #69
Response Choice Board
Using technology for student's responses can be a great way to foster creativity, choice, and celebrate collaboration with others. One way to do this is to create a Digital Student Response Board. What is a Digital Student Response Board? A digital board usually looks like a BINGO board that has a different activities or ways to respond in each box. The activities and way to respond can appeal to a wide variety of learning styles. Each activity/response would involve a student using a specific digital tool to create and/or respond to a specific task.
Click here to access one I put together.
It will ask you to make a copy.
After you make your own copy, add information to each box as to what you want your students to do with that specific digital tool. Then, share it in Google Classroom and let your student's choose.
Do you want to build a Snowman?
This 'Build a Snowman' has several slides full of items to add to your snowman including eyes, mouths, hats, arms, fee, hair, and more. After the snowman is decorated, students can write a small paragraph about their snowman.
Have fun!
Live Chat with Santa
Who Can Take Part
The virtual chat with Santa is intended for kids of all ages (and adults too!). This event requires no registration and will be broadcast through YouTube. You do not have to be a member of TCEA to join the Yuletide fun. Everyone is welcome!
For more information, check out this blog post from TCEA.
*Before participating in this event, please be aware that not all families participate in Christmas and/or Santa. You know your students best. Please ask your administrator before attending*
Please Read Important Information Below About Chromebooks ⬇️
Chrome OS Version 78
What is a virtual desktop?
The latest Chrome OS Version 78 now has a new feature that allows the user to create up to 4 virtual desktops. Think of these desktops as a second monitor.How to access virtual desktops...
To access this feature on a Chromebook, press the window switcher key (just above the #6 on your Chromebook) and look for the "new desk" option in the top right corner of your screen. You can add up to 4 virtual desks and you can drag open windows or applications from desk to desk.
What does this mean for LightSpeed Monitoring System?
At this time, you should be able to still see all of the Chrome Browsers that a student has opened.
Keyboard shortcuts for moving between virtual desks...
- Create a new desk: shift + search + =
- Move to desk on the right: search + ]
- Move to desk on the left: search + [
- Move active window to desk on the right: shift + search + ]
- Move active window to desk on the left: shift + search + [
Nearpod District License
Nearpod lessons can be shared to Google Classroom
If you would like more information about Nearpod check out the two Nearpod Smores below:
Check out the Nearpod YouTube video, here.
MWISD Instructional Technology Specialist
As the Instructional Technology Specialist, I will strive to serve the academic and digital needs of our students and provide equitable opportunities to prepare students for our ever-changing global community.
I will strive to assist teachers in appropriately incorporating and implementing technology in their classroom by being available for one-on-one meetings, PLCs, staff meetings, and providing professional development that meets our teacher's technology needs.
Email: jmartin@mwisd.net
Website: https://sites.google.com/mwisd.net/edtech/home
Location: 906 Southwest 5th Avenue, Mineral Wells, TX, USA
Phone: (940) 325-6404
Twitter: @janaleemartin
Resources
Sowash, Josh. “Organize Your Stuff with Virtual Desks for Chromebooks!” The Chromebook Classroom, 11 Nov. 2019, www.chrmbook.com/virtual-desks/?fbclid=IwAR3l-SmVJPKgY2TcVRiEOy5L0gbecE2-SQ2nMt9xFwYbXZcCzQpQMcjsUng.