1. MED FA10: Connections and Issues Training Technology Tools MED FA10: Connections and Issues Training Technology Tools

2. Webinar Setup: Once the “GoToWebinar” session starts, the system will activate the online meeting. In the far right hand corner you will see a panel that looks like this one → This is referred to as the “Control Panel” which is our primary communication tool. MED FA10: Connections and Issues Training Technology Tools

3. MED FA10: Connections and Issues Training Technology Tools Hide Control Panel Button Ask a Question Raise Your Hand Three Primary Tools:

4. MED FA10: Connections and Issues Training Technology Tools Agenda: Hardware issues Software challenges NC WiseOwl update Online resources Wiki (our gateway) Other tools

5. MED FA10: Connections and Issues Training Technology Tools Hardware Issues: Tools AvailableDescription Out of warranty computers School pays for repair Remote serversNo longer to reboot at school but limited “fix” access. Requires a call to help desk. InventoryMMIS must be maintained. LCD BulbsNot provided by media services (all bulbs are from the school materials / supply budget).

6. MED FA10: Connections and Issues Training Technology Tools Software Challenges: Tools AvailableDescription Office 2003 vs 2007 vs 2010 File type compatibility. Utilizing Office 2007Training needed, use the Atomic Learning Online Training tools: http://www.atomiclearning.com/ http://www.atomiclearning.com/ Smartboard ToolsLimited access at some sites to equipment. Non-supported software Unless recommended and approved by Technology Services, limited or no support.

7. MED FA10: Connections and Issues Training Technology Tools NC WiseOwlNC WiseOwl Update: Tools AvailableDescription Britannica Online Replaced the Grolier encyclopedias (Adds Learning Zone and Britannica High School) InfoTrac (from Gale)Replaces EBSCO periodical databases eBook Center Online Non-Fiction and Reference Resources (not listed in the Elementary Zone) Video CollectionFree access to online video collections

8. MED FA10: Connections and Issues Training Technology Tools Online Resources: Tools AvailableDescription NC DPI on iTunes Teachers, students, and parents now have a download the latest multimedia education resources from NC DPI. Storytime from Barnes and Noble Online stories read by the authors! ProjectExplorer.orgWinner of the 2010 Award for the Best Educational Use of Video from Edublogs! 10 Alternatives to PowerPoint Great resources to animate and enhance your presentations.

9. MED FA10: Connections and Issues Training Technology Tools Online Resources: Tools AvailableDescription Teacher’s Domain Video Resources TeachersDomain is a free digital media service for educational use from public broadcasting and its partners (compliments Discovery Education). A Media Specialist's Guide to the Internet Identified as one of the best media specialist blogs. Trackstar Collect web sites, enter them into TrackStar, add annotations for your students, and you have an interactive, online lesson called a Track.

10. MED FA10: Connections and Issues Training Technology Tools Media Services Wiki:

11. MED FA10: Connections and Issues Training Technology Tools Other Tools (Technology Integration): Gaggle Tools: More than student email accounts (free) Livebinder: Online notebook and portfolio tool (free) Partnership for 21st Century Skills Thinkfinity: Thousands of Free Lesson and Educational Resources Wallwisher: Online Notice Board and more (free) Zoho: Online Applications (free)

12. MED FA10: Connections and Issues Training Technology Tools Summary: Technology can be fun but requires diligence to troubleshoot problems and willingness to be flexible (and have a back-up plan) Many variables contribute to the successful integration of technology. New and innovative online tools can enable the teaching experience to be interactive. Take advantage of these great tools and resources within your school media program and as you collaborate with your teaching partners!