LEADING SCHOOL TECHNOLOGY

University of Oregon

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WHY USE TECHNOLOGY?

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GUIDING QUESTION

How can instructional leaders use technology tools to increase communication,

foster collaboration, and expand their learning?

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92% of U.S. toddlers have an online presence by the age of 2

http://www.flickr.com/photos/liquidrobot/4059170521/

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NETS - ADMINISTRATORS

1. Visionary Leadership

2. Digital-Age Learning Culture

3. Excellence in Professional Practice

4. Systemic Improvement

5. Digital Citizenship

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DiscussionFriday, October 4, 13

7 HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE TECH-LEADING PRINCIPALS

1. Create an atmosphere that invites innovation

2. Foster collaboration

3. Be open to new ideas

4. Be a connected learner

5. Locate and provide adequate resources

6. Take risks

7. Have a visionary focusT.H.E. Journal, By Jennifer Demski, 06/07/12

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START MODELING

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EFFICIENT

EFFECTIVEhttp://www.2130partners.com/opportunity-for-greater-productivity-is-real/

http://wisdom-talk.blogspot.com/2010_04_01_archive.html

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COMMUNICATION

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BLOGGING

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WHY BLOG?

TO COMMUNICATEhttp://www.desmogblog.com/directory/vocabulary/5570

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CONSIDER -

What is my purpose?Who is my audience?

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PLAN, PLAN, PLAN

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BLOGGING CONSIDERATIONS

•who will use the blog?

•who can access the blog?

•moderate comments

•password protection

•have a school policy

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MODELING

• include your blog’s URL on your business cards

• begin the story in your print communication - finish on the blog

• keep it dynamic

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Rich Site Summary

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SKYPE

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CHATZY

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Chatzy

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POLL EVERYWHERE

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Poll Everywhere

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GOOGLE FORMS

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DOODLE

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GOOGLE CALENDAR

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COLLABORATE

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WIKIS

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WHY USE A WIKI?• collaboration

• simplicity

• free

• password protection options

• incorporate text, graphics, video, links

• student or teacher or administrator driven

• create a learning community

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USE A WIKI FOR...

• class notes

• parent/student communication

• lesson summaries

• course links, resource notes, handouts

• school or class calendar

• teacher information

• school newspaper

• showcase student projects

• collaboration

• peer reviews

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CONSIDER -

What is my purpose?Who is my audience?

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THE WRIGHT 3

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WIKI CONSIDERATIONS

•who will use the wiki?

•who can access the wiki?

•moderate comments

•password protection

• school and/or district policy

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PLAN, PLAN, PLAN

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GOOGLE TOOLS

Docs Spreadsheets Presentations

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Google Docs in Plain EnglishFriday, October 4, 13

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TRY IT

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GOOGLE SPREADSHEETS

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SPREADSHEET TEMPLATES

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GOOGLE PRESENTATIONS

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TRY IT

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LIVE BINDERS

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del.icio.us

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EVERNOTE

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EDMODO

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FACEBOOK AND TWITTER

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ABOUT FACEBOOK

• more than 800 million users

• average user connected to 80 community pages

• more than 50% of active users log on to Facebook in any given day

• average user has 130 friends

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WHAT IS FACEBOOK?

• Facebook is a social networking site

• Reinforces & expands your real-world social connections

• Fosters communities of people who share interests and activities

• Economical way to keep your community updated

• Discover new interests and supporters

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First Grade Facebook ExampleFriday, October 4, 13

TWITTER

Professional Development and Collaboration

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Twitter in the Classroom

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PROFESSIONAL LEARNING

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HARDWARE

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APPS

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ASSIGNMENTS• Problem of Practice (PoP)

• Develop a response to the PoP

• Incorporate at least three technology tools

• Include:

• timeline

• resources

• responsibilities

• Technology Tools Matrix

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RESOURCES

• Marilyn Williams website

• 7 Habits of Highly Effective Tech-Leading Principals

• Slideshare

• University of Oregon Initial Administrator License Class: Leading with Technology July2013

• www.atlantykron.org 

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CREDITS

• urps-notices.blogspot.com

• journeyintech.blogspot.com

• hummypkg.org.uk

• www.iconfinder.com 

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