Digital Learning Bytes
Lynwood USD~Technology Services ~ Spring 2017
Elementary Guided Planning
Several grade levels have asked the digital coaches to be a part of their guided planning sessions. We've explored Google Classroom with kindergarten, technology based learning centers with sixth grade as well as Illuminate and NewsELA with fourth grade teachers. Is your grade level interested in having a Digital Learning Coach join your grade level guided planning sessions during your Think Together time? Grab a spot on our Guided Planning Calendar!
District Technology Committee
Each month representatives from each school site meet to receive technology updates and to discuss site concerns and successes regarding technology. In addition, they have been collaborating to develop the district’s Technology Skills Scope and Sequence. This document will provide schools guidance in identifying grade level skills for students. Representatives have shared their site feedback on the Scope and Sequence and provided suggestions for modifying the document to best meet the needs of our school community.
Next Meeting: Wednesday, April 12, 2017
- Final Meeting: Wednesday, May 17, 2017
Teacher Spotlight: IDEA2 Innovators
IDEA2 Innovators are teachers who volunteered to participate in the next level of IDEA2 professional learning. In this program, technology integrated lesson designs are developed in a collaborative setting. Participants meet monthly after school on a Wednesday to explore new tools, discuss technology pedagogies, share lesson designs, and, most importantly, bounce ideas off each other to enhance student learning with technology.
Elementary teachers completed their sessions in early February while Secondary teachers started their program the last week of January. Our dedicated teachers are submitting three lesson designs to share with the rest of the district. A database of lessons will be created to house the lessons for teachers who would like to start their own digital learning journey, but may be hesitant to try. The lessons are embedded with links and directions that are easy to follow.
We are proud of the contributions our Innovators have made thus far and hope more teachers will sign up for IDEA2 Innovator in 2017-18 school year.
Digital Leadership Academy
Throughout the school year several administrators, instructional leads, and coaches have met to explore digital learning through a leadership lens. They have gained a deeper understanding of the successful leadership elements needed to create educational technology-rich environments. They have delved into digital tools for collaboration, assessment, communication, and personalized learning. Participants have discussed Design Thinking, Digital Citizenship, and Communication Theory. Recently they explored lesson design using the SAMR model. Upon completion of the academy, participants will be equipped to implement technology-related best practices for all students and teachers.
Try This IDEA
Padlet is a web-based tool that allows for users to post their thoughts and ideas on a virtual bulletin board. Teachers can use Padlet to hold a discussion, build an online KWL or collaborate. Teachers can customize their "wall" to reflect their personal style and share with their class or colleagues. Those who post can add text, images, videos and links. Padlet is free, allows for Google sign-in and is easy to use. Try it out here by adding a post about your favorite digital tool.
IDEA2 Bar Help Sessions
Stop by and visit us at the IDEA2 Bar!
April 6, 2017 3:00-4:30 @ Roosevelt
April 27, 2017 3:00-4:30 @ District Office Lab
May 5, 2017 3:00-4:30 @ Mark Twain
May 25, 2017 3:00-4:00 @ District Office Lab
Hope to see you there!
SAVE THE DATE
- To provide Lynwood educators (presenters) the opportunity to showcase and celebrate digital learning in Lynwood USD
- To provide Lynwood educators (participants) the opportunity to listen to what other educators have been doing to implement digital learning
Visit bit.ly/lusdlets17 for more information.
Friday, Jun 16, 2017, 08:00 AM
USC Institute for Creative Technologies, West Waterfront Drive, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Digital Learning Coaches
Email: digitalcoaches@mylusd.org
Website: digitallearning.mylusd.org
Location: 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA, United States
Twitter: @LUSDidea2