The opportunities that exist today to transcend classroom walls and bring the world to our students are remarkable. Participating in virtual field trips is one way for teachers to do just that! Sarah Wittmeyer and Shannon Dodson sat down with Distance Learning Technical and Support Specialist, Carrie Oliver, to learn more about virtual field trips. Their conversation covers what platforms exist, what teachers in our region have done, and how to go about setting one up!

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In this episode of CA Today, to kick off the New Year, we decided to explore some of the great educational technology and best practices that were shared at this past November's NYSCATE Conference! I sat down with several colleagues to learn about everything I missed this year. Special thanks to Rob Miller, Clay Nolan, Mark Beckwith, and Mark Carls for filling me in on all things NYSCATE, such as:

Spoiler Alert: Listen for some shout-outs to local districts that had teachers present at NYSCATE!

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In this episode, Brendan Keiser and Sarah Wittmeyer sit down to discuss their recent learning experience with Larry Ainsworth regarding prioritizing standards. During their conversation, they share the value in prioritizing standards, the process of selecting which standards to prioritize, and what next steps should be taken with curriculum and instruction.

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CA BOCES recently hosted Lisa Murphy (@OoeyGooeyLady) to share her expertise with the region on developing an engaging experience for primary classrooms. Lisa was kind enough to sit down with Brendan Keiser for an after-conference interview! We discuss the importance of developmentally appropriate practices, the role of play, the need for educators to be defenders of choice, and so much more! You do not want to miss this!

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In this episode, Sara Wittmeyer and Brendan Keiser chat with CABOCES Curriculum Coordinator, Mark Beckwith, about accessibility in schools. We explore new website accessibility regulations, as well as various technology tools that educators can use in their classrooms to ensure that all students can actively participate during lessons.

Resources Mentioned In This Classroom:

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Summer is over and we hope the school year is off to a fantastic start! In this episode, Sarah Wittmeyer and co-host Shannon Dodson sit down with Cuba-Rushford's Middle School Principal, Katie Ralston to discuss the Actionable Ideas for Leaders workshop that was offered to our region's administrators after Todd Whitaker's visit to the region. Katie Ralston shares her takeaways with regard to developing school culture, mission statement and vision, self-reflection, lifelong learning, and more.

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In this episode: Sara Wittmeyer sits down with two of our region's newest teachers, Mark Levine from Genesee Valley CSD and Hannah Weaver from Cuba-Rushford Central School, to discuss their first year in the classroom. We talk highlights, memories, experiences with New Teacher Academy, and more!

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In this episode, Sarah Wittmeyer and co-host Rob Miller discuss all things technology in the classroom. The hosts square off in an "App-Off" highlighting tech tools teachers should consider utilizing in their classrooms. We share innovative apps to use with students and some apps to increase communication in and outside of the classroom. Rob Miller takes us through the SAMR Model and we learn how to implement the model into lessons and how it provides teachers an easy way to work technology into their lessons. We also shine the light on ISS team member Tessa Levitt and hear from her about her current learning journey through some game-changing texts from the Dave Burgess Publishing Company- Teach Like A Pirate and Lead Like A Pirate! Our Wrap With An App highlights Ryan McGinnis' newest find, MergeCube. Bring your lessons to life through holograms you can hold in the palm of your hand! Use the software MergeCubeSDK to build your own apps.

Apps Featured In This Episode:

DOINK: Open the door of possibilities with the use of green screen video in your classroom

Remind: A private mobile messaging app to connect to students and parents

Micro:Bit: A tiny programmable computer used to teach coding

FlipGrid: Use video to amplify student voice in the classroom

Nintendo Lab: A newly released DIY gaming system

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On this episode of CA Today, we traveled to Houghton College to talk with Dr. Sunshine Sullivan and Dr. David Bruce of the University at Buffalo to learn about writing with video. Our conversation focused on why educators should incorporate video into their writing instruction, fun projects that area educators are developing, the upcoming Student Film Festival, and information about this summer's Writing With Video Institute that takes place at Houghton College from July 16-20th!

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In this episode of CA Today, we sat down with Betsey Bradley from Franklinville CSD to talk about Makerspaces. Our conversation focused on why districts should consider developing Makerspaces, how to go about creating them, what materials and resources to include, and more!

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