In this episode we continue our new theme on assistive technology. We take a look at universal assistive technology or the tier 1 supports that can help all our students inside and outside the classroom. We discuss how building an inclusive and welcoming classroom community where students feel safe and like they belong is important so no one feels like they stand out or have any stigma when they use an assistive tech tool. Mandie Thompson, instructional coach, joins the conversation.

Links:

• What's new in Google accessibility playlist
• Going Onling Resources - Accessibility
• Special Education Technology Center

In this episode we kick off our new theme on assistive technology. We set the stage with an overview discussion on assistive technology categories and why assistive technology is so important. Mandie Thompson, instructional coach, joins the conversation.

Links:

• Special Education Technology Center
• Shriner's Children's Hospital Programs

In this episode we continue our AI theme and discuss AI Ethics (both Big "E" Ethics and little "e" ethics or ethical considerations). We talk about the big picture Ethics like the societal and environmental impacts of AI as well as the personal ethical considerations and how we can be ethical and responsible consumers and creators with AI. Scott McDaniel, our tech director, is back to join the discussion.

Links:

• Common Sense Media AI Literacy Lessons
• Neil Postman - Five Things We Need to Know About Technological Change 
• MIT Technology Review - AI Energy Use
• SIFT Framework
• Classroom Discussion Guide - Deepfakes
• MIT AI Ethics Education Curriculum
• MagicSchool for Students
• The Uneven Distribution of AI's Environmental Impacts
• AI's Climate Impact Goes Beyond It's Emissions

We're back from hiatus! In this episode we discuss AI literacy and how it's important for both educators and students (everyone really). Scott McDaniel, our district's technology director, joins the conversation. We talk about the core components of AI literacy and some ways to build it into the classroom.

Links:

• Common Sense Media AI Literacy Lessons
• Digital Promise - AI Literacy
• Brisk Teaching AI Literacy
• SIFT Framework
• MagicSchool for Students

In this episode we start our discussion on media literacy with an overview and connecting to research skills. Mandie Thompson, instructional coach, joins the conversation as cohost. We discuss the main components of media literacy and why it's so important to incorporate into today's classroom. We also connect media literacy skills with student research projects.

Links:

• Core Principles of Media Literacy Education - NAMLE 
• SIFT Framework
• Common Sense Media - Media Literacy
• Be Internet Awesome - Media Literacy
• MagicSchool for Students

In this episode we continue our discussion on digital literacy with some practical tips. Mandie Thompson, instructional coach, joins the conversation as cohost. We review digital literacy and discuss ways to incorporate digital literacy skills and experiences across grade levels and subject areas.

Links:

• The Digital Use Divide
• PhET Simulations
• Math Learning Center Apps (Bridges)
• Desmos
• EdTech Kits
• Hour of Code
• Book Creator
• WeVideo

In this episode start our discussion on digital literacy with an overview. Scott McDaniel, our technology director, joins the conversation as cohost. We discuss what digital literacy is and why its so important in todays world. We also highlight the connections to media literacy and practical future ready skills.

Links:

• The Digital Use Divide
• The Digital Access Divide
• The Digital Design Divide
• The Long Tail - Wired Article

In this episode we finish up discussion on innovative communication focusing on infographics and creative visuals. Mandie Thompson, instructional coach, joins the conversation as well. We discuss ways to use infographics in your teaching practice as well as allowing students to create them as an alternative way to demonstrate learning.

Links:

• Thinglink
• Canva

In this episode we finish up our theme on the educational technology standards for students and kick-off our new theme on innovative communication. Mandie Thompson, instructional coach, joins the conversation as we discuss the final two anchor standards: Creative Communicator and Global Collaborator. In our discussion we highlight the connections with future ready skills. 

Links:

• WA State Educational Technology Learning Standards
• ISTE Student Standards
• BGPS EdTech YouTube Channel

In this episode we continue our theme on the educational technology standards for students. We will be taking an in-depth look at each anchor standard and what that looks like across grade levels and subject areas. In this episode, Mandie Thompson, instructional coach, returns and we continue to discuss the anchor standard: Digital Citizen. We break down the second half of the standard in this episode and make connections to digital citizenship curriculum options in honor of Cybersecurity Awareness Month and Digital Citizenship Week.

Links:

• WA State Educational Technology Learning Standards
• ISTE Student Standards
• ISTE Digital Citizenship Lessons
• Digital Citizen Standard In Action (ISTE Video Playlist)
• Common Sense Media Digital Citizenship
• Be Internet Awesome