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These are some of the recommended tools for HISD teachers to use to display interactive content, monitor student screens, and record instructional videos to introduce/explain and communicate content for instruction.
These are some of the recommended tools for HISD teachers to use to display interactive content, monitor student screens, and record instructional videos to introduce/explain and communicate content for instruction.
Also, included at the end of this section are resources to teach internet safety and digital citizenship.
Also, included at the end of this section are resources to teach internet safety and digital citizenship.
Below you will find some great Digital Teacher tools with explanations and tutorials:
Below you will find some great Digital Teacher tools with explanations and tutorials:
ViewSonic MyViewBoard Interactive Whiteboard
ViewSonic MyViewBoard Interactive Whiteboard
myViewBoards are installed in many classrooms throughout the Hillsboro ISD.
The ViewSonic myViewBoard is a digital, interactive whiteboard designed to enable collaboration and interaction for physical classrooms and hybrid learning.
Screencastify
Screencastify
Screencastify is a Chrome extension that enables you to make short explainer videos of what it is that you are demonstrating on your screen. Additionally, you have the option to record only what is on your webcam if you choose. Screencastify videos are saved directly to Google Drive. Also, it has an integrated "share to Google Classroom" option.
HISD provides you with the Unlimited Screencastify subscription. The screencastify extension has been pushed to your HISD account so you do not have to install it.
IMPORTANT: Use built-in "Share to Google Classroom" so that students will not have to download the screencast.
24 Tips for Creating High Quality Screencasts
Keep teacher created "explainer" videos short and concise. (Rule of thumb: Don't exceed 1-minute of video per year of child's age.)
Begin with the Introduction and Getting Started sections.
Optional: Continue with the 1-hour Master Screencaster certification course.
Loom Pro free for Teachers & Students*
Loom Pro free for Teachers & Students*
Loom is a Chrome extension that enables you to make short explainer videos of what it is that you are demonstrating on your Google Slides. Additionally, there is a desktop app to record your Powerpoint, Keynote or Canva presentation.
Loom has been pushed to your HISD account so you do not have to install it.
As of March 12, 2020, Loom Pro is free to all verified teachers and students (*13+ years of age) at K-12 schools, universities or educational institutions who are using Loom for classroom work.
Keep teacher created "explainer" videos short and concise. (Rule of thumb: Don't exceed 1-minute of video per year of child's age.)
WeVideo for Schools
WeVideo for Schools
WeVideo is an online video editor, that has everything that you need to make stunning videos. Hillsboro Intermediate School has purchased the premium WeVideo for Schools version with one-click, Single Sign On (SSO) access available via ClassLink for all teachers, staff and students.
HES, HJH and HHS can access the free version.
Check out the WeVideo Academy videos below to get started.
Keep teacher created "explainer" videos short and concise. (Rule of thumb: Don't exceed 1-minute of video per year of child's age.)
📓The Educator’s Guide to WeVideo.pdfIn addition, here are WeVideo On-Demand Webinars for you to view at your convenience.
Flipgrid
Flipgrid
Flipgrid is a tool that allows teachers to create a "grid" video in a closed environment so that students can respond to the teacher's video.
IMPORTANT: How to Moderate (Review/Approve) Your Student's Videos before they are posted.
Keep teacher created "explainer" videos short and concise. (Rule of thumb: Don't exceed 1-minute of video per year of child's age.)
Flipgrid Fundamentals.pdfFlipgrid Fundamentals_Part 2.pdf
Get the mobile app and take Flipgrid with you on the go.
Flipgrid-Remote-Learning.pdfYouTube Mobile App
YouTube Mobile App
Do you have the YouTube app on your smartphone phone?
If so, login to the app with your HISD Google account and record a video in that YouTube Channel. When recording in this channel you will see a screen like the one to the left, stating that "You're legally required to comply with COPPA..."
Also, I would recommend setting your privacy to Unlisted as in my example to the left.
Then, you can upload the video to your Hillsboro ISD YouTube Channel and share the URL to your Google Classroom.
NOTE: Creating videos in your Hillsboro ISD YouTube channel and complying with COPPA, sets your content to be made for kids. As a result, certain safeguards are automatically put in place to limit the collection of data. For instance, comments are disabled in these videos.
Keep teacher created "explainer" videos short and concise. (Rule of thumb: Don't exceed 1-minute of video per year of child's age.)
Resources to Teach Internet Safety and Digital Citizenship
Resources to Teach Internet Safety and Digital Citizenship
To make the most of the Internet, kids need to be prepared to make smart decisions. Be Internet Awesome teaches kids the fundamentals of digital citizenship and safety so they can explore the online world with confidence.
Award-winning, ready to teach lessons to address your changing needs in the K-12 classroom.
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