Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010 IVC Using It, Supporting It, and Designing It!

Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010 Agenda Getting connected Identifying goals Reflections of a “veteran” Facilitator Role & Checklist Expectations Creation Exploration/Sharing of Resources Establishing collaborations ???

Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010 Our Standards Supporting teachers as they develop technology-enriched learning environments that enable all students to communicate their content understanding Identify resources and strategies to support the diverse needs of content area teachers. Use technology to support learner-centered strategies that encompass content literacy

Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010 Reflections of an IVC Veteran

Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010 Implementation/Before Verify your connection to the site Make sure you get connected and the other site does as well. Make sure you have a phone number This is a very specific code for the IVC Prepare students with core content to be covered and possible questions to discuss

Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010 Management/During Understand the type of IVC you are involved with There are PD offerings, content programs, collaborations, class offerings, field trips, and class to class discussions but each have there own set of needs Set expectations with your students for each type of IVC conference you are going to have. (If you have a policy school wide, then the expectation is set) Know how kids are going to interact with the program.

Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010 Assessment/Follow-Thru Prepare ahead of time what type of assessment you will use for the IVC. If this is additional content learning, then it is one component of an end product such as a test or project. If it is an experience in itself for new content learning, you may consider a few options such as having students teach someone else the material using the IVC, having students create a writing piece, creating a video for others, or… Another component that is important is feedback. Student and teacher reflection on the process would aid you as a coach in how to better utilize the equipment. Student Ex: How did this experience enhance your learning? Teacher Ex: Explain how student learning was impacted by this type of interaction? Provide data to support your answer.

Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010 Questions?

Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010 “…the faciliator’s role is akin to that of an orchestra conductor: directing the action, focusing attention, modulating the tone and tempo and inspiring all participants to perform to the best of their abilities” Cole, Ray, and Zanetis, 2004

Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010 Job of Facilitator(s) Helps Facilitate Preparation –Handles communication –Tests IVC connection –Communicates Expectations for behavior Handles materials preparation Facilitates Interaction Assessments

Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010 Preparation for Videoconference Identify facilitator(s) Overview behavioral expectations for students during videoconference. Create and display a sign noting school name and location. Develop student questions (be sure to write them out and review with class the procedure for interaction).

Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010 Creating Student Expectations Using Wallwisher identify key student expectations (embedded in the wiki) Use the brainstorm to create an initial student expectations checklist

Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010 Pre-Conference Activities Identify instructional objectives Students prepare themselves Students prepare questionsStudents prepare questions

Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010

Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010 Types of Videoconferences Collaboration Expert presentation Professional Development Course Delivery

Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010 Design a videoconference agenda Introduction of students (10 mins) Activity and/or Presentation (35 mins) Question/Answer/Discussion (15 mins) onferencing-Planning-Interactive- Collaborations

Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010 Characteristics to Consider Reach out to the other site Use the interactive nature of the tool Share work from one site to another

Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010 “I still need … in order to…” or “My next steps are…”

Collaborative for Teaching and LearningStriving Readers Literacy Technology Training- IVC March 26, 2010 Attributions Exit? by konstriktionkonstriktion Questions Wordle by Heather Weisse WalshHeather Weisse Walsh Questions by OberazziOberazzi