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Schoology Agenda for Teacher PD half day [2.0 PD hours]
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After reading the session descriptions below:
After reading the session descriptions below:
Objectives: Fulfill needs of staff based on accurate survey results. Staff responded with the following topics as the most needed sessions for PD (Mullins et al., 2010). The sessions being offered are to help implement the instructional priorities of the district (Zarrow, 2020). At the end of these sessions it is expected that staff will be able to create an assessment, set up a grade book, course, and a group, learn how to use different tools and infuse a Bitmoji, if you so choose. We understand change takes time, we are here to support you.
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Topic: Utilizing Schoology to its Optimal Level of Proficiency
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Description of Course Sessions A-E [45-minute workshops]
Session A: Assessment
For: Instructional Staff , Instructional Support Staff, Librarians
Date: All 3 days
Time: All 3 afternoon sessions
Assessment is a necessary tool used to evaluate student progress and success in any given class. There are several types of digital assessment tools at a teacher’s disposal that can be incorporated, utilizing the Schoology Learning Management System. This workshop will assist the teacher with formulating assessments such as exit/entrance tickets, quizzes, open-ended student responses, peer-feedback, self-evaluation quizzes, graphic organizers, polls, and games.
Session B: Groups vs. Courses
For: Instructional Staff, Instructional Support Staff, Sub Teachers, Librarians, Administrators
Date: All 3 days
Time: All 3 afternoon sessions
Are you familiar with the difference between Groups versus Courses menus within the Schoology Learning Management System? This workshop will demonstrate the use of the Course Menu and how it is used to connect with students within your classroom. You will also receive tips on how to set up your classroom materials for the course, perform various updates, and set up your grade book. The Groups menu allows you to join or connect with other networks within the Schoology Learning Management System with similar content or interests as additional outside resources.
Session C: Teaching Tools
For: Instructional Staff, Instructional Support Staff, Paraprofessionals, Sub Teachers, Librarians
Date: All 3 days
Time: All 3 afternoon sessions
This workshop focuses on the various productivity tools that are incorporated in the Schoology Learning Management System. These productivity tools will assist and simplify various elements associated with teaching to enable better communications, effectively collaborate with students and other staff members, eliminate tedious and redundant paperwork, and automate social-media like feeds and chat functionality to maximize instructional time.
Session D: Grade Book Session
For: Instructional Staff , Instructional Support Staff, Librarians
Date: All 3 days
Time: All 3 afternoon sessions
This workshop essentially covers just about everything you might need to know about Schoology Gradebook. Some of the topics that are discussed is accessing standards-based grade books, Mastery - Class Overview, Mastery, and Learning Objectives, Grading Categories, weighted grading categories, creating rubrics, and setting up grading scales associated with personalized alphanumeric scoring of your choice.
Session E: Bitmoji
For: Instructional Staff, Instructional Support Staff, Librarians, Sub Teachers, Office Staff, Paraprofessionals, Administrators
Date: All 3 days
Time: All 3 afternoon sessions
This workshop focuses on utilizing Bitmojis to liven up your Schoology Learning Management System space. Bitmojis can be used for profile pictures, sprucing up your announcements or discussions, constructing spaces for resources and manipulatives, and used as stickers as a source for grading.
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