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For the 25-26 school year, GISD staff will have access to a library of available software and digital tools that are approved for use in Garland ISD called LearnPlatform. Within this library, information will be provided to ensure all users understand what tools are provided by the district and tools that are optional to use in the classroom due to no data collection.
Why is this update coming? Click to expand for more information on House Bill 18
Why is this update coming? Click to expand for more information on House Bill 18
Protecting our students' privacy is more critical than ever. Texas House Bill 18, also known as the Securing Children Online Through Parental Empowerment (SCOPE) Act, was enacted to safeguard our students from harmful, deceptive, or unfair trade practices associated with digital services. This legislation mandates enhanced online privacy protections, limits access to harmful content, and empowers parents with additional rights and tools to keep their children safe.
As educators, it is our responsibility to ensure that we comply with these regulations and protect our students' digital privacy. One of the key components of HB 18 is the requirement for schools to minimize data collection on students and ensure that any digital tools used are secure and approved by the district. This is where the importance of using district-provided tools comes into play.
District-provided tools are vetted for compliance with HB 18, ensuring that they meet the necessary privacy and security standards. By using these tools, we can guarantee that our students' data is protected and that we are adhering to the legal requirements set forth by the state. Additionally, these tools often come with built-in features that help monitor and restrict access to inappropriate content, further safeguarding our students' online experiences.
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Resources:
Learning Management Systems
Learning Management Systems
Canvas is a comprehensive learning management system (LMS) that supports blended learning. It offers course creation, assignment management, grading, and communication tools. Teachers can create interactive assignments and sync grades directly to Skyward.
Leveraged by: 6th through 12th grade students and all staff
Seesaw is a student engagement platform that allows students to document their learning, create digital portfolios, and share their work with teachers and parents. It supports multimedia submissions, including photos, videos, drawings, and text.
Leveraged by: Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade students and elementary staff
Workspaces & Management Tools
Workspaces & Management Tools
Google Workspace for Education includes a suite of productivity tools such as Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Drive designed to enhance collaboration and communication in educational settings. This tool can also be used within Canvas as an assignment type.
Microsoft Tools & Teams Assignments offer a range of productivity and collaboration tools, including Copilot, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Teams for communication and assignment management. Teams can be rostered with a Canvas course, and can be used in Canvas as an assignment type.
Impero is a classroom management software that provides tools for monitoring and managing student Chromebook devices, ensuring online safety, and supporting digital learning.
Innovative Classroom Tools
Innovative Classroom Tools
Pear Deck is an interactive presentation platform designed to enhance teacher-student interaction and engagement, offering real-time feedback and personalized instruction. This tool can be used within Canvas as an assignment type.
Canva is a graphic design tool. Use it to create social media posts, presentations, posters, videos, logos and more.
Adobe Express is a graphic design tool that allows users to create visually appealing content such as posters, flyers, and social media graphics with ease. This tool can be used within Canvas as an assignment type.
Figjam is an online whiteboard tool that supports collaborative brainstorming, planning, and design activities. It integrates with Figma for seamless design workflows.
Artificial Intelligence Tools
Artificial Intelligence Tools
Microsoft Copilot is an AI-powered assistant integrated into Microsoft 365 apps, helping users with tasks such as drafting documents, analyzing data, and generating insights. Using Copilot while logged into your GISD account ensures you have enterprise data protection.
AI Grading Assistance
AI Grading Assistance
ALL in Learning Copilot is an assessment and data analysis tool that helps educators track student progress, analyze performance data, and inform instruction.
Gradebook
Gradebook
Skyward Gradebook is where teachers can view grades, class information, assignments, and GPA/class rank.
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