We understand that designing learning experiences can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to utilizing digital tools and resources. That is why we are here to help! We have the expertise and knowledge to assist you in designing learning experiences that make use of digital tools and resources. With our help, you can create dynamic and effective learning experiences that will help your students reach their goals. Plus, we'll have fun along the way!
Topics where we can help:
Online collaboration tools (Google Docs, Teams, Canva, etc.)
Online assessment tools (Microsoft Forms, Google Forms, Kahoot, Quizlet, etc.)
Digital student reflection tools (Flip, iMovie, Screen Recording)
Online presentation tools (PowerPoint, Canva, Adobe Spark, Google Slides, etc.)
Digital whiteboard tools (Canva, Jamboard etc.)
Online digital resources (Google Arts and Culture, Discovery Education, Library of Congress, BrainPOP, PebbleGo, etc.)
Video conferencing tools (Teams, Flip)
Digital storage and student digital portfolio tools (Seesaw, One Drive, Google Drive, etc.)
Digital content creation tools (Adobe Express, Canva, Pebble Go Create etc.)
Digital literacy tools (Assistive Tech for iPad and/or PC)
Educational gaming tools (NearPod, MinecraftEDU, Kahoot, Quizizz)
To schedule a 30 minute Microsoft Teams call with one of our district edtech coaches, simply fill out this short form and provide us with the details of your request. We look forward to helping you with your technology-related needs.
If you're in a VILS School or at EIA, simply reach out to your building edtech coach to complete this 30-minute challenge. They are ready to to collaborate with you! Here are your contacts:
Brooks - Kristen Jimenez
Coleman - Catherine Arellano
Curtis - Jennifer Nicholson
Education Imagine Academy - Jessica Petrik
Hadley - Katie Erickson
Hamilton - Nicole Biery
Jardine - Lindsey Holtry
Marshall - Aimee Sanderson
Mayberry - Danielle Espinosa
Mead - Katie Strickert
Pleasant Valley - Tia Jones
Robinson - The district Edtech Team is ready to help. Book one of the district EdTech Coaches.
Truesdell - Katelyn Schoenhofer
NOTE - You must complete the 30 minute consultation activity with a District or VILS EdTech Coach before scheduling the co-teaching session.
Are you ready to put your teaching ideas into action? Here is your chance to collaborate with an edtech coach and coteach a lesson. Our coaches are here to help you in any way you need, whether it be providing extra hands in the classroom, modeling how to use technology, or facilitating small groups. Let one of our coaches join you in the activity and make your lesson even more successful!
STEP 1 - Book a District or VILS EdTech Coach to share your initial vision, work out details on how we might be able to help, and schedule the level co-teaching experience.
STEP 2 - Co-teach the lesson
STEP 3 - Reflect with the EdTech Coach on the experience.
It's time to take your teaching to the next level! Whether you choose to reimagine an old lesson or strategically design a new one, there are many ways to ensure that your students are engaged and learning. Incorporating student voice and choice, student collaboration, deeper exploration of a topic, or variety in how students demonstrate understanding are all great ways to ensure that your lesson is meaningful and effective. By taking the time to plan and design a lesson that incorporates these elements, you can ensure that your students are getting the most out of their learning experience.
To complete this challenge, collaboration with one of our edtech coaches is essential. They can provide valuable insight and guidance to help you come up with ideas, line up possible guest speakers, and offer tips to enhance teacher and student efficacy. This will ensure that the students are getting the most out of their learning experience.
STEP 1 - Fill out this Canva template with some thoughts before meeting with your District or VILS Edtech Coach. It will give us a strong foundation to see what you're dreaming so we can help you along the way.
STEP 2 - Meet with your EdTech Coach to share your vision and bounce ideas.
STEP 3 - Organize what you need for the lesson to be successful.
STEP 4 - Facilitate the lesson
STEP 5 - Reflect - what went well? What was a challenge? What would you do differently the next time?