Using to Create a Classroom Website Midterm Debriefing By Eddie Mathews EDTC 6323 Multimedia / Hypermedia (Dr. Pan)

Project History In 6321, my design project focused on Gaggle, an online program designed to promote student engagement through electronic communication toolsIn 6321, my design project focused on Gaggle, an online program designed to promote student engagement through electronic communication tools

Project History In 6321, my design project focused on Gaggle, an online program designed to promote student engagement through electronic communication tools Due to budget cuts, Kerrville ISD dropped Gaggle for yearDue to budget cuts, Kerrville ISD dropped Gaggle for year

Project History In 6321, my design project focused on Gaggle, an online program designed to promote student engagement through electronic communication tools Due to budget cuts, Kerrville ISD dropped Gaggle for year Without a Gaggle account, and current plans to use it in our district, I needed a new projectWithout a Gaggle account, and current plans to use it in our district, I needed a new project

Project History In 6321, my design project focused on Gaggle, an online program designed to promote student engagement through electronic communication tools Due to budget cuts, Kerrville ISD dropped Gaggle for year Without a Gaggle account, and current plans to use it in our district, I needed a new project Current project focus: Google SitesCurrent project focus: Google Sites

Why Google Sites? Technology integration is a strong goal at Tivy High SchoolTechnology integration is a strong goal at Tivy High School

Why Google Sites? Technology integration is a strong goal at Tivy High School T.I. is often a difficult task due to lack of technology skills among some teachersT.I. is often a difficult task due to lack of technology skills among some teachers

Why Google Sites? Technology integration is a strong goal at Tivy High SchoolTechnology integration is a strong goal at Tivy High School T.I. is often a difficult task due to lack of technology skills among some teachersT.I. is often a difficult task due to lack of technology skills among some teachers During a summer workshop, several teachers expressed a need for better communication tools as it relates to the classroomDuring a summer workshop, several teachers expressed a need for better communication tools as it relates to the classroom

Why Google Sites? Technology integration is a strong goal at Tivy High School T.I. is often a difficult task due to lack of technology skills among some teachers During a summer workshop, several teachers expressed a need for better communication tools as it relates to the classroom Approximately ten teachers signed up to learn Google SitesApproximately ten teachers signed up to learn Google Sites

Goal of Project The learning object is designed for a group of ten high school teachers at Kerrville ISD who want to create a classroom-based website with Google Sites and use it to communicate with their students, guide student collaboration groups, and coordinate lesson plans with department colleagues.

Audience / Learning Context Intended audience is ten high school teachers at Kerrville ISD (Tivy High School)Intended audience is ten high school teachers at Kerrville ISD (Tivy High School)

Audience / Learning Context Intended audience is ten high school teachers at Kerrville ISD (Tivy High School) All teachers have computer experience and has a basic familiarity of Google DocsAll teachers have computer experience and has a basic familiarity of Google Docs

Audience / Learning Context Intended audience is ten high school teachers at Kerrville ISD (Tivy High School) All teachers have computer experience and has a basic familiarity of Google Docs The proposed mode of delivery is asynchronous (self-guided)The proposed mode of delivery is asynchronous (self-guided)

Audience / Learning Context Intended audience is ten high school teachers at Kerrville ISD (Tivy High School) All teachers have computer experience and has a basic familiarity of Google Docs The proposed mode of delivery is asynchronous (self-guided) Before the e-learning course, a meeting is setup with each teacher to discuss their goals and expectations for courseBefore the e-learning course, a meeting is setup with each teacher to discuss their goals and expectations for course

The Learning Objective Objective #1: Learner will setup a new website using Google Sites

The Learning Objective Objective #1: Learner will setup a new website using Google Sites Objective #2: Learner will add additional pages and delete unwanted template pages

The Learning Objective Objective #1: Learner will setup a new website using Google Sites Objective #2: Learner will add additional pages and delete unwanted template pages Objective #3: Learner will edit and customize pages to reflect teacher and classroom

The Learning Objective Objective #1: Learner will setup a new website using Google Sites Objective #2: Learner will add additional pages and delete unwanted template pages Objective #3: Learner will edit and customize pages to reflect teacher and classroom Objective #4: Learner will upload class- related files to “Forms and Docs” page

Lessons Learned Do not assume every teacher is on the same page with a new idea and planDo not assume every teacher is on the same page with a new idea and plan

Lessons Learned Do not assume every teacher is on the same page with a new idea and plan Do not assume every teacher is willing to put in the work to learn a new technologyDo not assume every teacher is willing to put in the work to learn a new technology

Lessons Learned Do not assume every teacher is on the same page with a new idea and plan Do not assume every teacher is willing to put in the work to learn a new technology Do not assume that sending them a web link for Google Apps for Educators is enoughDo not assume that sending them a web link for Google Apps for Educators is enough

Lessons Learned Do not assume every teacher is on the same page with a new idea and plan Do not assume every teacher is willing to put in the work to learn a new technology Do not assume that sending them a web link for Google Apps for Educators is enough Necessary to understand the goals of the teachers who want a classroom-based websiteNecessary to understand the goals of the teachers who want a classroom-based website

Project Progress / Concerns I have created a target list of ten teachers who agreed to participate in an e-learning course called “Using Google Sites to Create a Classroom-Based Website”I have created a target list of ten teachers who agreed to participate in an e-learning course called “Using Google Sites to Create a Classroom-Based Website”

Project Progress / Concerns I have created a target list of ten teachers who agreed to participate in an e-learning course called “Using Google Sites to Create a Classroom-Based Website” I have met with half of the teachers so far to discuss their specific goalsI have met with half of the teachers so far to discuss their specific goals

Project Progress / Concerns I have created a target list of ten teachers who agreed to participate in an e-learning course called “Using Google Sites to Create a Classroom-Based Website” I have met with half of the teachers so far to discuss their specific goals I feel good about the direction of things (working on instructional videos using Camtasia & uploading them to Screencast)I feel good about the direction of things (working on instructional videos using Camtasia & uploading them to Screencast)

Project Progress / Concerns I have created a target list of ten teachers who agreed to participate in an e-learning course called “Using Google Sites to Create a Classroom-Based Website” I have met with half of the teachers so far to discuss their specific goals I feel good about the direction of things so far My main concern is that some teachers will drop out due to time or frustrationMy main concern is that some teachers will drop out due to time or frustration

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