Junior Varsity
#LufkinLearns
Are you proud of what is going on in your classroom? Tweet it out! Use our district hashtag so that we can follow easily. Also use your campus hashtag.
Badge Name: #LufkinLearns JV
Badge Description: Share learning from your classroom using #LufkinLearns, and school hashtag (must follow FERPA guidelines - make sure students in photos have permission to be posted).
Badge Requirements: Submit screeshots of 2 or 3 tweets.
Badge Resources: Link: The Complete Guide To Twitter Hashtags For Education
TTESS Connection:
Dimension 4.3 - The teacher enhances the professional community.
Dimension 4.4 - The teacher demonstrates leadership with students, colleagues, and community members in the school, district and community through effective communication and outreach.
ISTE Standards for Educators Connection:
1b - Pursue professional interests by creating and actively participating in local and global learning networks
2a - Shape, advance and accelerate a shared vision for empowered learning with technologyby engaging with education stakeholders.
3a - Create experiences for learners to make positive, socially responsible contributions and exhibit empathetic behavior online that build relationships and community.
4d - Demonstrate cultural competency when communicating with students, parents and colleagues and interact with them as co-collaborators in student learning.
6d - Model and nurture creativity and creative expression to communicate ideas, knowledge or connections.
Class Link
Do you use share whole class photos and videos with parents using a communication tool like Remind, Class Dojo or Seesaw? If you consistently share classroom media with parents, you can earn this badge.
Badge Name: Class Link JV
Badge Description: Use communication tools like Remind, Class Dojo, or Seesaw to share photos and videos about what's going on in your classroom. Keep parents up to date and give them visual insight into your classroom.
Badge Requirements: Submit screenshots of your media shared with parents
Badge Resources: Links: Class Dojo, Remind, Seesaw
TTESS Connection:
Dimension 4.4 - The teacher demonstrates leadership with students, colleagues, and community members in the school, district and community through effective communication and outreach.
ISTE Standards for Educators Connection:
3a - Create experiences for learners to make positive, socially responsible contributions and exhibit empathetic behavior online that build relationships and community.
3c - Mentor students in safe, legal and ethical practices with digital tools and the protection of intellectual rights and property.
3d - Model and promote management of personal data and digital identity and protect student data privacy.
4d - Demonstrate cultural competency when communicating with students, parents and colleagues and interact with them as co-collaborators in student learning.
6a - Foster a culture where students take ownership of their learning goals and outcomes in both independent and group settings.
6d - Model and nurture creativity and creative expression to communicate ideas, knowledge or connections.
Videographer
Do you create videos to use in lessons? If you use a video creation tool to incorporate videos into your lessons and/or post lesson online for students, then you have earned this badge!
Badge Name: Videographer JV
Badge Description: Create a video to use in teaching. You can use any software. Software Examples: Google Hangouts, Snagit, Screencast-O-Matic, Camtasia, or Smart Notebook.
Badge Requirements: Submit a link to at least 2 videos that you have created for lessons.
Badge Resources: Link: 10 Tips for Creating Great Video Lessons , How to Record Your Screen and Make Video Tutorials
TTESS Connection:
Dimension 1.1 - The teacher designs clear, well-organized, sequential lessons that reflect best practice, align with standards and are appropriate for diverse learners.
Dimension 1.3 - Through knowledge of students and proven practices, the teacher ensures high levels of learning, social-emotional development and achievement for all students.
Dimension 1.4 - The teacher plans engaging, flexible lessons that encourage higher-order thinking, persistence and achievement.
Dimension 2.2 - The teacher uses content and pedagogical expertise to design and execute lessons aligned with state standards, related content and student needs.
Dimension 2.3 - The teacher clearly and accurately communicates to support persistence, deeper learning and effective effort.
Dimension 2.4 - The teacher differentiates instruction, aligning methods and techniques to diverse student needs.
ISTE Standards for Educators Connection:
2c - Model for colleagues the identification, exploration, evaluation, curation and adoption of new digital resources and tools for learning.
3b - Establish a learning culture that promotes curiosity and critical examination of online resources and fosters digital literacy and media fluency.
3c - Mentor students in safe, legal and ethical practices with digital tools and the protection of intellectual rights and property.
4c - Use collaborative tools to expand students' authentic, real-world learning experiences by engaging virtually with experts, teams and students, locally and globally.
5a - Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.
5b - Design authentic learning activities that align with content area standards and use digital tools and resources to maximize active, deep learning.
5c - Explore and apply instructional design principles to create innovative digital learning environments that engage and support learning.
6b - Manage the use of technology and student learning strategies in digital platforms, virtual environments, hands-on makerspaces or in the field.
6d - Model and nurture creativity and creative expression to communicate ideas, knowledge or connections.
Graphic Designer
Do you create your own graphics for your website and handouts? If you use a tool to create classroom, website or lesson graphics, you can earn this badge.
Badge Name: Graphic Designer JV
Badge Description: Create graphics for your classroom, website, or lesson using image creation software. For example: Canva, Piktochart, Google Slides (saved as jpeg), Google Draw, Adobe Spark Post, Adobe Photoshop, etc.
Badge Requirements: Submit the name of the software used and upload 2 to 3 images created.
Badge Resources: Links: Canva , Piktochart , Adobe Spark Post , Adobe Photoshop
TTESS Connection:
Dimension 1.1 - The teacher designs clear, well-organized, sequential lessons that reflect best practice, align with standards and are appropriate for diverse learners.
Dimension 1.3 - Through knowledge of students and proven practices, the teacher ensures high levels of learning, social-emotional development and achievement for all students.
Dimension 1.4 - The teacher plans engaging, flexible lessons that encourage higher-order thinking, persistence and achievement.
Dimension 2.2 - The teacher uses content and pedagogical expertise to design and execute lessons aligned with state standards, related content and student needs.
Dimension 2.3 - The teacher clearly and accurately communicates to support persistence, deeper learning and effective effort.
Dimension 2.4 - The teacher differentiates instruction, aligning methods and techniques to diverse student needs.
ISTE Standards for Educators Connection:
2c - Model for colleagues the identification, exploration, evaluation, curation and adoption of new digital resources and tools for learning.
3b - Establish a learning culture that promotes curiosity and critical examination of online resources and fosters digital literacy and media fluency.
3c - Mentor students in safe, legal and ethical practices with digital tools and the protection of intellectual rights and property.
5a - Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.
5b - Design authentic learning activities that align with content area standards and use digital tools and resources to maximize active, deep learning.
5c - Explore and apply instructional design principles to create innovative digital learning environments that engage and support learning.
6b - Manage the use of technology and student learning strategies in digital platforms, virtual environments, hands-on makerspaces or in the field.
6d - Model and nurture creativity and creative expression to communicate ideas, knowledge or connections.
Assessment Authority
Do you use technology to gather formative assessment data from your students? If you use tech for assessment, you can earn this badge.
Badge Name: Assessment Authority JV
Badge Description: Use technology tools to gather data in formative assessments of students. Examples of assessment tools are: Formative, Flubaroo, Kahoot, Plickers, Quizlet, Socrative, etc.
Badge Requirements: Submit links and/or screenshots of at least two assessments created.
Badge Resources: Links: Formative , Flubaroo , Kahoot , Plickers
TTESS Connection:
Dimension 1.1 - The teacher designs clear, well-organized, sequential lessons that reflect best practice, align with standards and are appropriate for diverse learners.
Dimension 1.2 - The teacher uses formal and informal methods to measure student progress, then manages and analyzes student data to inform instruction.
Dimension 2.1 - The teacher supports all learners in their pursuit of high levels of academic and social-emotional success.
Dimension 2.5 - The teacher formally and informally collects, analyzes and uses student progress data and makes needed lesson adjustments
ISTE Standards for Educators Connection:
7a - Provide alternative ways for students to demonstrate competency and reflect on their learning using technology.
7b - Use technology to design and implement a variety of formative and summativeassessments that accommodate learner needs, provide timely feedback to students and inform instruction.
7c - Use assessment data to guide progress and communicate with students, parents and education stakeholders to build student self-direction.
Global Connections
Do you connect with other classrooms? Do you use virtual field trips? Do you have virtual mentors for you class? Do you use Google Hangouts or Skype to connect your students to the world? If so, you qualify for this badge.
Badge Name: Global Connections JV
Badge Description: Use technology tools such as Google Hangouts or Skype to connect your classroom to the world.
Badge Requirements: Submit lesson plan documentation and photos or video of the connections.
Badge Resources: Links: Google Hangouts , Skype
TTESS:
Dimension 1.1 - The teacher designs clear, well-organized, sequential lessons that reflect best practice, align with standards and are appropriate for diverse learners.
Dimension 1.3 - Through knowledge of students and proven practices, the teacher ensures high levels of learning, social-emotional development and achievement for all students.
Dimension 1.4 - The teacher plans engaging, flexible lessons that encourage higher-order thinking, persistence and achievement.
Dimension 2.2 - The teacher uses content and pedagogical expertise to design and execute lessons aligned with state standards, related content and student needs.
Dimension 2.3 - The teacher clearly and accurately communicates to support persistence, deeper learning and effective effort.
Dimension 2.4 - The teacher differentiates instruction, aligning methods and techniques to diverse student needs.
ISTE Standards for Educators Connection:
1b - Pursue professional interests by creating and actively participating in local and global learning networks.
3a - Create experiences for learners to make positive, socially responsible contributions and exhibit empathetic behavior online that build relationships and community.
4c - Use collaborative tools to expand students' authentic, real-world learning experiences by engaging virtually with experts, teams and students, locally and globally.
5a - Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.
5b - Design authentic learning activities that align with content area standards and use digital tools and resources to maximize active, deep learning.
6d - Model and nurture creativity and creative expression to communicate ideas, knowledge or connections.
Teacher Publisher
Do you use tech tools to publish ebooks or online presentations for students or other teachers? If you use Microsoft Office, Google Docs/slides, Book Creator ipad, Book Creator Windows 10, Adobe Pages, or Microsoft Sway to publish, you earn this badge.
Badge Name: Teacher Publisher JV
Badge Description: Use technology tools such as Microsoft Office, Google Docs/slides, Book Creator ipad, Book Creator Windows 10, Adobe Pages, or Microsoft Sway to publish.
Badge Requirements: Submit links and screenshots of your published material.
Badge Resources: Links: Microsoft Office 365 (log in with your LISD login), Sign in to Google, Book Creator, Adobe Pages, Microsoft Sway
TTESS Connection:
Dimension 1.1 - The teacher designs clear, well-organized, sequential lessons that reflect best practice, align with standards and are appropriate for diverse learners.
Dimension 1.3 - Through knowledge of students and proven practices, the teacher ensures high levels of learning, social-emotional development and achievement for all students.
Dimension 1.4 - The teacher plans engaging, flexible lessons that encourage higher-order thinking, persistence and achievement.
Dimension 2.2 - The teacher uses content and pedagogical expertise to design and execute lessons aligned with state standards, related content and student needs.
Dimension 2.3 - The teacher clearly and accurately communicates to support persistence, deeper learning and effective effort.
Dimension 2.4 - The teacher differentiates instruction, aligning methods and techniques to diverse student needs.
ISTE Standards for Educators Connection:
3a - Create experiences for learners to make positive, socially responsible contributions and exhibit empathetic behavior online that build relationships and community.
5a - Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.
5b - Design authentic learning activities that align with content area standards and use digital tools and resources to maximize active, deep learning.
5c - Explore and apply instructional design principles to create innovative digital learning environments that engage and support learning.
6d - Model and nurture creativity and creative expression to communicate ideas, knowledge or connections.
Website Publisher
Do you maintain a class website? Do you update it regularly and post timely information for your students and parents? If so, you have earned this badge.
Badge Name: Website Publisher JV
Badge Description: Use Wordpress or Google Sites to create and maintain a website.
Badge Requirements: Submit a link to your website.
Badge Resources: Links: Set Up a Wordpress Educational Webpage, Google Sites
TTESS Connection:
Dimension 1.1 - The teacher designs clear, well-organized, sequential lessons that reflect best practice, align with standards and are appropriate for diverse learners.
Dimension 1.3 - Through knowledge of students and proven practices, the teacher ensures high levels of learning, social-emotional development and achievement for all students.
Dimension 1.4 - The teacher plans engaging, flexible lessons that encourage higher-order thinking, persistence and achievement.
Dimension 2.2 - The teacher uses content and pedagogical expertise to design and execute lessons aligned with state standards, related content and student needs.
Dimension 2.3 - The teacher clearly and accurately communicates to support persistence, deeper learning and effective effort.
Dimension 2.4 - The teacher differentiates instruction, aligning methods and techniques to diverse student needs.
ISTE Standards for Educators Connection:
3c - Mentor students in safe, legal and ethical practices with digital tools and the protection of intellectual rights and property.
3d - Model and promote management of personal data and digital identity and protect student data privacy.
4d - Demonstrate cultural competency when communicating with students, parents and colleagues and interact with them as co-collaborators in student learning.
5a - Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.
5b - Design authentic learning activities that align with content area standards and use digital tools and resources to maximize active, deep learning.
5c - Explore and apply instructional design principles to create innovative digital learning environments that engage and support learning.
6b - Manage the use of technology and student learning strategies in digital platforms, virtual environments, hands-on makerspaces or in the field.
6d - Model and nurture creativity and creative expression to communicate ideas, knowledge or connections.
Professional Network
Do you connect with other teaching professionals? Have you joined Google + communities such as GEG Groups? Then you can earn the Professional Network Badge.
Badge Name: Professional Network JV
Badge Description: Join Google + and connect with other teaching professionals through GEG communities.
Badge Requirements: Submit links or screenshots.
Badge Resources: Links: Google + , Joining GEG Groups,
TTESS:
Dimension 1.1 - The teacher designs clear, well-organized, sequential lessons that reflect best practice, align with standards and are appropriate for diverse learners.
Dimension 1.3 - Through knowledge of students and proven practices, the teacher ensures high levels of learning, social-emotional development and achievement for all students.
Dimension 1.4 - The teacher plans engaging, flexible lessons that encourage higher-order thinking, persistence and achievement.
Dimension 2.2 - The teacher uses content and pedagogical expertise to design and execute lessons aligned with state standards, related content and student needs.
Dimension 2.3 - The teacher clearly and accurately communicates to support persistence, deeper learning and effective effort.
Dimension 2.4 - The teacher differentiates instruction, aligning methods and techniques to diverse student needs.
ISTE Standards for Educators Connection:
1a - Set professional learning goals to explore and apply pedagogical approaches made possible by technology and reflect on their effectiveness.
1b - Pursue professional interests by creating and actively participating in local and global learning networks
1c - Stay current with research that supports improved student learning outcomes, including findings from the learning sciences.
2a - Shape, advance and accelerate a shared vision for empowered learning with technologyby engaging with education stakeholders.
3a - Create experiences for learners to make positive, socially responsible contributions and exhibit empathetic behavior online that build relationships and community.
3b - Establish a learning culture that promotes curiosity and critical examination of online resources and fosters digital literacy and media fluency.
4a - Dedicate planning time to collaborate with colleagues to create authentic learning experiences that leverage technology.
4d - Demonstrate cultural competency when communicating with students, parents and colleagues and interact with them as co-collaborators in student learning.
6d - Model and nurture creativity and creative expression to communicate ideas, knowledge or connections.
Google Guide
Do you use google tools to create lessons and information that you share with students? If you use Google Classroom, Drive, Forms, Sheets, Slides or Sites to teach students, you earn this badge.
Badge Name: Google Guide (then name the google tool) JV
Badge Description: Use Google Apps for Education tools to create lessons and information that you share with students.
Badge Requirements: Submit links and screenshots of your work.
Badge Resources: All LISD teachers have a district Google for Education account and access to all of the google apps listed. LISD Google Training Website: Training.
TTESS Connection:
Dimension 1.1 - The teacher designs clear, well-organized, sequential lessons that reflect best practice, align with standards and are appropriate for diverse learners.
ISTE Standards for Educators Connection:
4a - Dedicate planning time to collaborate with colleagues to create authentic learning experiences that leverage technology.
4b - Collaborate and co-learn with students to discover and use new digital resources anddiagnose and troubleshoot technology issues.
4d - Demonstrate cultural competency when communicating with students, parents and colleagues and interact with them as co-collaborators in student learning.
5a - Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.
5b - Design authentic learning activities that align with content area standards and use digital tools and resources to maximize active, deep learning.
5c - Explore and apply instructional design principles to create innovative digital learning environments that engage and support learning.
6d - Model and nurture creativity and creative expression to communicate ideas, knowledge or connections.
7b - Use technology to design and implement a variety of formative and summative assessments that accommodate learner needs, provide timely feedback to students and inform instruction.
Smart Notebook Editor
Do you use Smart Notebook software to create lessons? If so, you have earned this badge.
Badge Name: Smart Notebook Editor JV
Badge Description: Use Smart Notebook software to create interactive lessons
Badge Requirements: Submit screenshots of smart notebook lessons
Badge Resources: Links: Smart Notebook How to use Smart Notebook
TTESS Connection:
Dimension 1.1 - The teacher designs clear, well-organized, sequential lessons that reflect best practice, align with standards and are appropriate for diverse learners.
Dimension 1.3 - Through knowledge of students and proven practices, the teacher ensures high levels of learning, social-emotional development and achievement for all students.
Dimension 1.4 - The teacher plans engaging, flexible lessons that encourage higher-order thinking, persistence and achievement.
Dimension 2.2 - The teacher uses content and pedagogical expertise to design and execute lessons aligned with state standards, related content and student needs.
Dimension 2.3 - The teacher clearly and accurately communicates to support persistence, deeper learning and effective effort.
Dimension 2.4 - The teacher differentiates instruction, aligning methods and techniques to diverse student needs.
ISTE Standards for Educators Connection:
3c - Mentor students in safe, legal and ethical practices with digital tools and the protection of intellectual rights and property.
3d - Model and promote management of personal data and digital identity and protect student data privacy.
4d - Demonstrate cultural competency when communicating with students, parents and colleagues and interact with them as co-collaborators in student learning.
5a - Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.
5b - Design authentic learning activities that align with content area standards and use digital tools and resources to maximize active, deep learning.
5c - Explore and apply instructional design principles to create innovative digital learning environments that engage and support learning.
6b - Manage the use of technology and student learning strategies in digital platforms, virtual environments, hands-on makerspaces or in the field.
6d - Model and nurture creativity and creative expression to communicate ideas, knowledge or connections.
Assistive Tech Trooper
Do you implement and use ATT in the classroom for nonverbal and disabled students for Communicating, Curriculum Participation, Environmental Controls, Switches for Accessibility, Voice Output Devices, Making Choices, and Sensory Integration. BoardMaker, Zoom, Power Link 3, iPads, Light/Sound Boards, Aqua Speakers, Lights, Fans, Radio, Mixers, etc? If so, then you qualify for this badge!
Badge Name: Assistive Tech Trooper JV
Badge Description: Use technology tools such as Environmental Controls, Switches for Accessibility, Voice Output Devices, Making Choices, and Sensory Integration. BoardMaker, Zoom, Power Link 3, iPads, Light/Sound Boards, Aqua Speakers, Lights, Fans, Radio, Mixers, etc.
Badge Requirements: Submit photos and screenshots.
Badge Resources: Links: What is Assistive Technology?
TTESS Connection:
Dimension 1.1 - The teacher designs clear, well-organized, sequential lessons that reflect best practice, align with standards and are appropriate for diverse learners.
Dimension 1.3 - Through knowledge of students and proven practices, the teacher ensures high levels of learning, social-emotional development and achievement for all students.
Dimension 1.4 - The teacher plans engaging, flexible lessons that encourage higher-order thinking, persistence and achievement.
Dimension 2.2 - The teacher uses content and pedagogical expertise to design and execute lessons aligned with state standards, related content and student needs.
Dimension 2.3 - The teacher clearly and accurately communicates to support persistence, deeper learning and effective effort.
Dimension 2.4 - The teacher differentiates instruction, aligning methods and techniques to diverse student needs.
ISTE Standards for Educators Connection:
3a - Create experiences for learners to make positive, socially responsible contributions and exhibit empathetic behavior online that build relationships and community.
5a - Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.
5b - Design authentic learning activities that align with content area standards and use digital tools and resources to maximize active, deep learning.
5c - Explore and apply instructional design principles to create innovative digital learning environments that engage and support learning.
6d - Model and nurture creativity and creative expression to communicate ideas, knowledge or connections.
Boardmaker
Do you use Boardmaker software to create and personalize lessons? If so, you have earned this badge.
Badge Name: Boardmaker JV
Badge Description: Use Boardmaker software to create interactive and personalized lessons
Badge Requirements: Submit screenshots of Boardmaker lessons
Badge Resources: Links: Boardmaker Online
TTESS Connection:
Dimension 1.1 - The teacher designs clear, well-organized, sequential lessons that reflect best practice, align with standards and are appropriate for diverse learners.
Dimension 1.3 - Through knowledge of students and proven practices, the teacher ensures high levels of learning, social-emotional development and achievement for all students.
Dimension 1.4 - The teacher plans engaging, flexible lessons that encourage higher-order thinking, persistence and achievement.
Dimension 2.2 - The teacher uses content and pedagogical expertise to design and execute lessons aligned with state standards, related content and student needs.
Dimension 2.3 - The teacher clearly and accurately communicates to support persistence, deeper learning and effective effort.
Dimension 2.4 - The teacher differentiates instruction, aligning methods and techniques to diverse student needs.
ISTE Standards for Educators Connection:
3c - Mentor students in safe, legal and ethical practices with digital tools and the protection of intellectual rights and property.
3d - Model and promote management of personal data and digital identity and protect student data privacy.
4d - Demonstrate cultural competency when communicating with students, parents and colleagues and interact with them as co-collaborators in student learning.
5a - Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.
5b - Design authentic learning activities that align with content area standards and use digital tools and resources to maximize active, deep learning.
5c - Explore and apply instructional design principles to create innovative digital learning environments that engage and support learning.
6b - Manage the use of technology and student learning strategies in digital platforms, virtual environments, hands-on makerspaces or in the field.
6d - Model and nurture creativity and creative expression to communicate ideas, knowledge or connections.
Makey-Maker
Do you use Makey Makey with your students? If so, you have earned this badge.
Badge Name: Makey Maker JV
Badge Description: Use Makey Makey with students. Guide students to create Makey-Makey Projects.
Badge Requirements: Submit screenshots, pictures or videos
Badge Resources: Links: Makey Makey Quick Start, Makey Makey Projects
TTESS Connection:
Dimension 1.1 - The teacher designs clear, well-organized, sequential lessons that reflect best practice, align with standards and are appropriate for diverse learners.
Dimension 1.3 - Through knowledge of students and proven practices, the teacher ensures high levels of learning, social-emotional development and achievement for all students.
Dimension 1.4 - The teacher plans engaging, flexible lessons that encourage higher-order thinking, persistence and achievement.
Dimension 2.2 - The teacher uses content and pedagogical expertise to design and execute lessons aligned with state standards, related content and student needs.
Dimension 2.3 - The teacher clearly and accurately communicates to support persistence, deeper learning and effective effort.
Dimension 2.4 - The teacher differentiates instruction, aligning methods and techniques to diverse student needs.
ISTE Standards for Educators Connection:
3c - Mentor students in safe, legal and ethical practices with digital tools and the protection of intellectual rights and property.
3d - Model and promote management of personal data and digital identity and protect student data privacy.
4d - Demonstrate cultural competency when communicating with students, parents and colleagues and interact with them as co-collaborators in student learning.
5a - Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.
5b - Design authentic learning activities that align with content area standards and use digital tools and resources to maximize active, deep learning.
5c - Explore and apply instructional design principles to create innovative digital learning environments that engage and support learning.
6b - Manage the use of technology and student learning strategies in digital platforms, virtual environments, hands-on makerspaces or in the field.
6d - Model and nurture creativity and creative expression to communicate ideas, knowledge or connections.
Flipgrid Frontier
Do you use Flipgrid interactively with your students? If so, you have earned this badge.
Badge Name: Flipgrid Frontier JV
Badge Description: Use Flipgrid with students. Create grids in Flipgrid and allow student video responses.
Badge Requirements: Submit screenshots, pictures or videos
Badge Resources: Links: Get Started With Flipgrid, Flipgrid Website
TTESS Connection:
Dimension 1.1 - The teacher designs clear, well-organized, sequential lessons that reflect best practice, align with standards and are appropriate for diverse learners.
Dimension 1.3 - Through knowledge of students and proven practices, the teacher ensures high levels of learning, social-emotional development and achievement for all students.
Dimension 1.4 - The teacher plans engaging, flexible lessons that encourage higher-order thinking, persistence and achievement.
Dimension 2.2 - The teacher uses content and pedagogical expertise to design and execute lessons aligned with state standards, related content and student needs.
Dimension 2.3 - The teacher clearly and accurately communicates to support persistence, deeper learning and effective effort.
Dimension 2.4 - The teacher differentiates instruction, aligning methods and techniques to diverse student needs.
ISTE Standards for Educators Connection:
3c - Mentor students in safe, legal and ethical practices with digital tools and the protection of intellectual rights and property.
3d - Model and promote management of personal data and digital identity and protect student data privacy.
4d - Demonstrate cultural competency when communicating with students, parents and colleagues and interact with them as co-collaborators in student learning.
5a - Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.
5b - Design authentic learning activities that align with content area standards and use digital tools and resources to maximize active, deep learning.
5c - Explore and apply instructional design principles to create innovative digital learning environments that engage and support learning.
6b - Manage the use of technology and student learning strategies in digital platforms, virtual environments, hands-on makerspaces or in the field.
6d - Model and nurture creativity and creative expression to communicate ideas, knowledge or connections.