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What We Do: Granite Educational Technology Department Infographic, 2022-23

This newly updated one-pager highlights the services and tools the Educational Technology Department provides students and teachers in Granite School District.

Granite School District Educational Technology Infographic www.graniteschools.org/edtech OUR MISSION Equip every student and teacher with technology and 21st century skills TECHNOLOGY COACHING Technology Coaches - In elementary schools, technology coaches provide technology integration coaching, co-teaching, training, and support to all teachers Library Technology Coaches - In secondary schools, library technology coaches manage the school library media center and provide technology integration coaching, coteaching, training, and support to all teachers PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Weekly Lesson Resources - Granite’s Educational Technology Department and Curriculum and Instruction Department have centrally created tech-integrated lesson resources for all weeks of the school year—these engaging lessons and resources are available for all teachers to use with their students Edtech.fun / TIP Course - Technology Integration Progress (TIP) tutorials and on-demand PD focused on effective use of technology for learning and instruction—find it all at edtech.fun Ed. Tech. Endorsement Program - Educational Technology Endorsement Program (ETEP) is a comprehensive PD program centered on integrating technology and 21st Century learning skills into classroom practice LIBRARIES School Library Media Centers - Each school has dedicated library staff who promote reading with students and maintain relevant, diverse collections of print materials and resources for students and teachers Granite Media - curated book lists, reviews, and recommendations from Granite librarians, teachers, and students, and digital resource collections for teaching and learning—find it all at granitemedia.org DIGITAL TOOLS Google for Education - Google Drive with unlimited cloud storage for students and teachers, Google Classroom, and many other creation, communication, and collaboration tools Canvas LMS - Learning management system available for all secondary classrooms, also used with staff professional development Office 365 - Cloud suite of productivity and communication tools, includes home installation of Microsoft Office for students and staff More Resources - Sora ebook and audiobook library, Nearpod lesson libraries, Adobe CC, Screencastify, Zoom, digital textbooks, research databases, and more HARDWARE Enhanced Classrooms - Computer-connected projector with microphone sound system in every classroom Wi-Fi - Pervasive wireless connectivity throughout all our schools Student Devices - 1-to-1 Chromebook-to-student ratio across the district
Granite EdTech Infographic (2022-23)
Granite EdTech Department Infographic (2022-23)Download

The infographic details a few of the services and tools we provide students and teachers in five areas: technology coaching, professional development, libraries, digital tools, and hardware. Click the link above to download a copy of the infographic, or read on for descriptions and links to these services and tools.

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Registration Open: Educational Technology Endorsement Program – 2022-2024 Cohorts

Join a 2022-2024 cohort of our Educational Technology Endorsement Program! Registration opens on May 2, 2022 @ 7 A.M.

What Is ETEP? The Educational Technology Endorsement Program (ETEP) is an intensive 2-year professional development program provided by Granite’s Educational Technology Department. Through instructor-led classes, independent learning modules, and in-school coaching, participating teachers explore ways to leverage classroom technology in a student-centered approach to increase instructional effectiveness and student achievement. Through this program, participating educators will develop the competencies required to receive their Educational Technology Endorsement. Requirements 8 blended courses over 2 years 30 hours of a combination of in-class and independent learning time per course 1 coaching cycle with school technology coach per course Reflective journaling to show growth and application of learning throughout the program Submission of artifacts and reflections to show achievement of required competencies Willingness to adapt teaching methodology to implement student-centered and 21st century instructional practices Credit Information 2 USBE or SUU credit hours per course = 16 credits SUU credit is $21 per credit ($42 per course) or USBE credit is free USBE Educational Technology Endorsement can be earned upon completion of the program based on demonstration of competencies in instructional practice Registration Information Each cohort is accepting the first 24 applicants Additional applicants for each cohort will be placed on a waiting list Applicants will be notified of their admittance into an ETEP cohort shortly thereafter Registration opens at 7 AM on Monday, May 2, 2022. Click here to apply! Links to Additional Information USBE Educational Technology Endorsement Competencies Granite ETEP Course Descriptions Wednesday 2022-2024 Schedule & Information Thursday 2022-2024 Schedule & Information If you have any questions about the Educational Technology Endorsement Program, please email Jenny Peirce, District Technology Coach in the Educational Technology Department.
ETEP Registration 2022-2024 Infographic
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Registration Open: Digital Literacies Workshop for Secondary Teachers

Secondary teachers in Granite School District can register now for the two-day Digital Literacies Workshop, provided in collaboration with the University of Utah.

Flyer Image - Digital Literacy Workshop for Secondary Teachers Topics Inlcude Digital Citizenship Blended Learning Media Creation Multi-modality Writing Misinformation News Integrity Ethical Use of Technology Program Details Date: June 7 and 9, 2022, from 9 AM – 4 PM Location: Granite School District Credit: Earn 1 University of Utah Credit Stipend: $150 (must attend both days) Registration Link (https://continue.utah.edu/contracts/edu2/1226) Questions? Contact Davina Sauthoff
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Registration Open: Elementary Canvas Cohort for 2022-23

Graphic - Canvas for Elementary 2022-23 Cohort

We will be offering another Canvas for Elementary professional learning cohort for the 2022-2023 school year and are looking for growth-minded elementary teachers who are willing to implement Canvas in their classrooms (for teachers who have not previously participated in this program). This is a paid cohort with specific expectations for participants. Listed below are some of the details about this opportunity.

Purpose

Teachers will learn how to use Canvas effectively to support student learning and family engagement.

Expectations

  • Use Canvas for instruction and communication for all content areas.
  • Build Canvas courses according to the GSD Canvas Expectations and Style Guide and adjust courses based on quarterly feedback to demonstrate growth and understanding.
  • Participate in Canvas professional learning which includes:
    • At least 16 hours of summer professional learning (two half day in person + asynchronous learning modules)
    • Monthly professional learning and collaboration with school and district tech coaches.
  • Provide ongoing feedback on Canvas experience.
  • Be a Canvas Teacher leader in 2023-2024 to support school-based Canvas implementation.

Stipend

$800 per quarter based on completion of expectations and demonstration of Canvas usage and growth.

Register

Please complete this form before March 31st if you are interested in participating in the 2022-2023 cohort. We will contact you if you are selected to participate.

You can also find more information about this program via this ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ document.

Infographic - Canvas for Elementary 2022-23 Purpose Learn how to use Canvas effectively to support student learning Expectations -Use Canvas for instruction and communication for all content areas -Participate in summer and monthly PD -collaborate with school and district tech cocaches Stipend $800 per quarter, based on completion of expectations and demonstration of Canvas usage and growth Interested? Complete this form by March 31 [form linked in post and infographic] You will be contacted if you are selected to participate Or find more information here [linked FAQ document]

ETEP Registration for 2021-2023 Cohorts

(ETEP information and infographic created by Jenny Peirce, Team Leader in the Educational Technology Department.)

The Educational Technology Department will be accepting applications for the 2021-2023 Educational Technology Endorsement Program starting Friday, May 7 at 7:00 am.

Follow this link on 5/7/2021 to apply for the program, and read on for more information about the program, highlights of recent participants, etc.

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Featured Resource: Minecraft Education Edition

This post is adapted from a presentation given by Educational Technology team leaders Kacie O’Maley and Amber Palmer and school technology specialists Ashley Moore, Keith Reidford, and Melissa White.

Educators and students in Granite School District have access to Minecraft: Education Edition for classroom use, and it can now be used on Chromebooks! Read on to find out how to access Minecraft: Education Edition, as well as why and how to share it with your students.

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Presentation: Interactive Read Alouds, plus 100 Easy No-or-Low-Prep Ideas for Interactive Read Alouds

[This post was also shared at Granitemedia.org, our sister site for the school and district library programs in Granite School District: https://www.granitemedia.org/2021/03/presentation-interactive-read-alouds-plus-100-easy-no-or-low-prep-ideas-for-interactive-read-alouds/]

Marci Bishop, our District Elementary Library Specialist in Granite School District, recently shared this presentation on interactive read alouds at the UELMA 2021 conference for school librarians in Utah. Check out the slides, filled with resources and links, and watch a recording of the presentation below.

Presentation: Interactive Read Alouds

Interactive Read Alouds – Presentation by Marci Bishop – Slides
Interactive Read Alouds Presentation – Marci Bishop – Video

From the presentation description:

Kate DiCamillo calls the shared space and experience of a read aloud a “third place” and “a safe room” where participants make connections and build community. In addition to the “magic” of the moment, a read aloud is a great opportunity to teach. As a bonus, a well-planned or directed read aloud improves student focus and behavior too. In this session, we’ll explore:

-Simple, everyday ways to encourage interaction
-How to ask the “right” questions–one book can work for all grade levels!
-How to plan an interactive read aloud (examining the writer’s craft, making personal connections, etc.)
-Effective reading comprehension strategies and how to embed them into a read aloud

100 Easy No/Low-Prep Ideas for Interactive Read-Alouds

To go along with the presentation, Marci Bishop also created and shared this list of one hundred no-prep or low-prep ideas for interactive read alouds. Get them in this shared document, or read on below.

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#GSDEdTech Infographic 2021

Check out this infographic showcasing a few of the many of the services and tools we provide students and teachers in Granite School District!

Granite EdTech Infographic (2021)
Granite EdTech Infographic (2021)Download

The infographic details a few of the services and tools we provide students and teachers in five areas: technology coaching, professional development, libraries, digital tools, and hardware. Click the link above to download a copy of the infographic, or read on for descriptions and links to these services and tools.

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Presentations: Google Classroom (Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced)

Looking for tips and tricks for using Google Classroom? These presentations, created by our school technology specialists, have suggestions to get you started and new things to try. These were first shared as part of the professional development menu for Granite teachers at the beginning of the school year.

Topics covered include:

  • Setting up your Classroom
  • Creating assignments
  • Organizational tips
  • Go Math & Wonders Integration
  • Google Integration with Calendar, Drive, Meet, and Quiz
  • Grades, Feedback, and Rubrics
  • Using Hyperdocs in Classroom
  • Creating a Grade Level Team Classroom
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Presentation: Intro to Tech Tools – Basics

Looking for easy technology tools for distance learning? This presentation, first shared as part of the professional development menu for Granite teachers at the beginning of the school year, introduces several great options and ideas for connecting with and engaging your students.

Tools covered include:

  • Screencastify
  • Loom
  • Nearpod
  • Quizizz
  • Google Meet
  • Whiteboard.fi
  • Flipgrid
  • Edpuzzle
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