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- 1. How are WeDoing? A Look into Northside ISD’s Technology in Schools
- 2. Over 250,000 students,teachers and parents (across more than 3,000 schools nationwide) were surveyed regarding technology in schools. Here is what they said…
- 3. Only 1/3 ofhigh school students think their school is doing a good job preparing them for the jobs of the future Speak Up National Research Project
- 4. Students want accessto Digital resources Games/virtual simulations Video conferencing Speak Up National Research Project
- 5. Students say: “let meuse my own devices and tools in the school day” Speak Up National Research Project
- 6. Students want 24/7 access to information Laptops for every student that can be taken home (35%) Fast, wireless Internet access throughout the school (16%) Computer labs that stay open after school and on weekends (10%) Speak Up National Research Project
- 7. 1 out of2 elementary school students play educational computer games online Speak Up National Research Project
- 8. 1 out of2 middle school students create slide shows and videos to demonstrate their content knowledge proficiency Speak Up National Research Project
- 9. Middle school studentshave access to cell phones (23% increase) and laptops (61% increase) 28% high schoolers have Smart phones Speak Up National Research Project
- 10. They use technologyto communicate, organize their life, collaborate and create content and context for their own learning Speak Up National Research Project
- 11. They use mobiledevices to: Conduct Internet research (53 %) Work with classmates on projects (48 %) Play educational games (32 %) Record lectures to listen to at a later time (32 %) Receive alerts about upcoming homework and tests (51 %) Speak Up National Research Project
- 12. Half of the6-12 grade students use e-mail, IM and text messaging. Speak Up National Research Project
- 13. Those who updatetheir profile regularly on a social network site 40% high schoolers 35% of middle schoolers 28% of 3rd–5th graders Speak Up National Research Project
- 14. 38% share photos,videos or music 32% create new videos, music, audio or animation 18% contribute to blogs 11% use wikis Speak Up National Research Project
- 15. using mobile devices within instruction prepares students for the world of work (1 in 3 teachers) mobile devices engage students in learning (3 in 4 administrators) Speak Up National Research Project
- 16. Lack of accessto computers and the Internet is the primary obstacle to using technology at school (1 in 3 teachers) Speak Up National Research Project
- 17. What do parentswant? Better access to computers in schools Training for teachers on technology integration Training for students on how to use technology for school work Speak Up National Research Project
- 18. 1 in 3parents recommend including games, video clips or power point presentations to help their child learn 1 in 5 parents would include online classes in their child’s school Speak Up National Research Project
- 19. How is NorthsideISD doing with Technology Integration?
- 20. 100% of campuses completely wireless Texas teachers identified that fast, wireless Internet access was critical along with professional development time for learning new technologies. Long Range Plan for Technology, 2006-2020
- 21. In every classroom… Internet-connected computer Printer Ceiling-mounted digital projector VoIP telephone Web-based applications and resources
- 22. Video-on-demand with over 5,000 educational videos, 50,000 video content clips, and 28,000 images Most teachers indicated that the primary impact of technology on student performance is student engagement (57%), student achievement (46%), or collaboration and teamwork (35%). Long Range Plan for Technology, 2006-2020
- 23. Real-time online accessto student information for parents
- 24. Student access tocurriculum and online resources
- 25. Personal laptops canbe used by middle and high school students to connect to the wireless network
- 26. Three student(s) toevery computer Students who had access to computers in their classrooms showed more improvement in basic skills than those who received instruction in computer labs. Long Range Plan for Technology, 2006-2020 Encourage ubiquitous access to computers and connectivity for each student. National Education Technology Plan
- 27. Smart phones, iPhones,iTouch, iPods not allowed during the school day YouTube, Myspace, Facebook, gaming and entertainment sites are blocked from students As more young people carry mobiles, some innovative schools are beginning to consider how to use mobiles as tools for K-12 education. The implications for K-12 education are dramatic: the potential for mobile gaming and simulation, research aids, field work, and tools for learning of all kinds is there, awaiting development. The Horizon Report: 2009 K-12 Edition
- 28. Only five campuseshave video conferencing capabilities Videoconferencing affords enrichment activities with classroom students interacting, at a distance, with selected peers, experts, and celebrities. Terry Anderson
- 29. One-to-one computing onlyin business magnet school
- 30. Only educators innew schools receive a laptop Social networks can be accessed at school by teachers only The common features that unite collaborative environments are that multiple people can work within them at once; that users can leave evidence of their thoughts and reflections on the thoughts of others; and that they can support users in any location at any time. The Horizon Report: 2009 K-12 Edition Only three mobile carts with 40 iPods each to rotate among 104 classrooms
- 31. Sirsi Library Managementsystem for student research Computer-based instructional initiatives – online & virtual courses, RiverDeep Destination Math for elementary/middle school students Provide every student access to e-learning 24/7. National Education Technology Plan
- 32. Bi-monthly technology trainingfor teachers Online courses, webinars for professional development Ongoing training for technology staff 100% completion of STaR Chart Professional development must ensure that all educators understand the importance of learning about educational technology and the many possibilities of its use. Long Range Plan for Technology, 2006-2020 Teachers need access to research, examples, and innovations as well as staff development to learn best practices. Enable every teacher to participate in e-learning training. National Education Technology Plan
- 33. Although Northside ISDhas made significant strides in integrating technology and making it accessible to students, there is still more that the district can expand on. Expanding online classes for students and teachers; permitting the use of mobile devices in the classroom; installing videoconferencing capabilities at each school; allowing students to use social networks for online collaborations; and providing 1 to 1 computing in classrooms are key tools for the success of the 21st Century classroom.
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