The document provides instructions for using a discussion board focused on technology integration in education. It outlines how to access the board, its purpose of sharing technology experiences and resources, types of topics covered, how to post a new thread or reply, and tips for effective participation such as being concise, including related links, and reading many threads to learn new ideas.

1. Discussion Board How-to
Technology Lessons Database

2. Presentation Contents
Quick access
Board purpose
Types of topics
How to post
Tips

3. Quick Access
http://www.nbisd-tx.net/TLDb

4. Purpose of Discussion Board
Share and discuss technology integration experiences, tips, and
resources with NBISD faculty, staff, and administrators.
Access technology help when you need it.
See how others are using technology to master curriculum
standards while making learning more meaningful.
Learn how you can prepare your students for the 21st Century.

5. Types of Topics
Technology-centered
Curriculum and learning-
centered

6. How to Post
Click on the appropriate
topic’s thread
Click on “New Thread”
Enter your name, a thread
title, and your message.
Click “Done.” (If you are
not logged in, enter the
captcha.)

7. Discussion Board Tips
The more people that post, the better resource the Discussion Board will be.
Make sure you post in an appropriate topic/thread.
Don’t be afraid to post questions, and look for others’ questions to answer.
Include links to related resources.
Be concise so your point does not get lost.
Read lots of threads to learn about technology and learning you are not yet familiar with.
Receive an e-mail when a thread you are watching is updated by clicking on “Watch this thread”
and entering your e-mail.
Discussion, even disagreement, can lead to deeper understanding. Just remember to be polite
and use good judgment when posting.