The Digital Use Divide
The Art of Tech
In this episode we finish our discussion on the digital divides. Scott, McDaniel, our technology director, is back for this episode. We focus mostly on the Digital Use Divide in our discussion, but do also share about the Digital Design Divide. We share some ways for teachers and admin to address the Digital Use Divide to provide students with the types of transformative experiences that help build future ready skills. Links:
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The Digital Access Divide
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In this episode we kickoff our new theme on the digital divides (yup, plural!). We focus on the Digital Access Divide that is what we typically picture when we hear the words "digital divide." Scott McDaniel, our technology director, joins the episode and we discuss the spectrum of digital access and the challenges of addressing access. We also share some tips for removing barriers for students. Links:
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EdTech Kits & ELA
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In this episode we finish our theme on EdTech Kits. It's a bit different format with no guests and a shorter episode. I discuss the value of hands-on experiences in the ELA or gen-ed classroom and how different EdTech kits can provide engaging connections for students in ELA. Links:
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EdTech Kits & Math
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We're back with a new episode! In this episode we continue our theme on EdTech Kits. Colleen Homola joins the podcast this week. She teaches math at Prairie High School and also supports teachers across the state through the Inclusionary Practices Technical Assistance Network and Teacher Residency program. We discuss the value of hands-on experiences in the math classroom and how different EdTech kits can provide engaging connections for students in math. Links:
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Intro to EdTech Kits
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We're back for the new school year! In this episode we kick-off our theme on EdTech Kits. Aaron Kabat joins the podcast this week. He's one of our awesome helpdesk people. In this episode, we introduce/review the currently available EdTech Kits. We share updates with the kits and the process for checking them out and why you might want to use a kit in your class. Links:
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Assistive Technology: AAC
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In this episode we continue our theme on assistive technology. Amy Campbell joins the podcast this week. She's a former Washington Educator of the Year and is a member of the Inclusionary Practices Technical Assistance Network through the Washington Education Association and is a Special Educator in the Camas School District. In this episode, we focus on a specific type of assistive technology: AAC or Alternative and Augmentative Communication. AAC is it's own umbrella that ranges from low to high tech and we discuss that range and why AAC is so important for building independence and the...
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Universal Assistive Tech
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In this episode we continue our new theme on assistive technology. We take a look at universal assistive technology or the tier 1 supports that can help all our students inside and outside the classroom. We discuss how building an inclusive and welcoming classroom community where students feel safe and like they belong is important so no one feels like they stand out or have any stigma when they use an assistive tech tool. Mandie Thompson, instructional coach, joins the conversation. Links:
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Assistive Technology Overview
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In this episode we kick off our new theme on assistive technology. We set the stage with an overview discussion on assistive technology categories and why assistive technology is so important. Mandie Thompson, instructional coach, joins the conversation. Links:
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AI Ethics
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In this episode we continue our AI theme and discuss AI Ethics (both Big "E" Ethics and little "e" ethics or ethical considerations). We talk about the big picture Ethics like the societal and environmental impacts of AI as well as the personal ethical considerations and how we can be ethical and responsible consumers and creators with AI. Scott McDaniel, our tech director, is back to join the discussion. Links:
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AI Literacy
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We're back from hiatus! In this episode we discuss AI literacy and how it's important for both educators and students (everyone really). Scott McDaniel, our district's technology director, joins the conversation. We talk about the core components of AI literacy and some ways to build it into the classroom. Links:
info_outlineWe're back for a new school year! In this episode we kick-off our new theme on the educational technology standards for students. We will be taking an in-depth look at each anchor standard and what that looks like across grade levels and subject areas. In this episode, Mandie Thompson, middle school instructional coach, joins the conversation as we discuss the first anchor standard: Empowered Learner. In our discussion we highlight connections to the Danielson framework for TPEP evaluations and ways to help build independence, autonomy, and flexibility with students.
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