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Summary
Summary
This project will provide 225 iPads and associated apps to be used across music, theater, and art classes in the district, benefitting over 400 students. The iPads will enable paperless instruction, allow students to compose music, design lighting and sets, rehearse scenes and support other creative uses aligned with the district's strategic goals around technology integration and 21st century skills.
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Innovation and Change Agent Role
Innovation and Change Agent Role
The innovation and change agent will oversee the procurement of the iPads and software, develop training materials and sessions for music, art, and theater instructors on effectively integrating the devices into their classes, and coordinate the rollout and ongoing support. They will also design an evaluation plan that can viewed in subsection below to measure the impact of the iPads on student engagement, content mastery, and development of technology skills.
Equipment & Resources
Equipment & Resources
225 6th Generation 32GB iPads will be purchased from TechtoSchool.com at the discounted rate of $160 each. Refer to the budget items below and the Funding Sources Page for more information.
Implementation Plan
Implementation Plan
iPad Deployment: The 225 iPads, cases, and licenses for selected apps will be purchased and configured prior to the new fiscal school year. Apps will be installed and settings optimized for educational use.
Teacher Training: The three two-hour training sessions will take place in the first month before students return. Sessions will provide hands-on practice with iPads and apps while equipping teachers to facilitate student onboarding.
Classroom Setup: iPad charging stations will be set up in each classroom. Teachers will determine optimal placement for iPads.
Student Onboarding: During the first month of school, teachers will provide app tutorials and practice activities tailored to each subject to familiarize students with the iPads.
Ongoing Support: The educational technology coordinator will provide ongoing training, refreshers, troubleshooting assistance, and feedback for teachers.
Work Examples Gathered: Teachers will submit lesson plans, student work samples, and photos/videos of iPad usage to provide implementation examples.
Training Plan
Training Plan
A series of three 2-hour training sessions will be developed and facilitated for teachers across the district. Ongoing tech support will be available as needed.
First Training Session
First Training Session
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Focus on iPad setup, management, troubleshooting, and security
Second Training Session
Second Training Session
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Overview of apps for each subject and how to integrate them.
Third Training Session
Third Training Session
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Teachers share experiences, tips, and lesson plans with the iPads.
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