One BIG project that our ICT Team has been working on this year has been a refresh of our divisional iPads. We currently have almost 800 tablets across our 16 buildings with a further inventory devoted specifically to our Student Service program (although these devices are managed differently). These iPads had been introduced to the division over a variety of years and the models, and how they were managed in the schools, represent the different people who served in this position prior to me. This high level of variability was resulting in some management concerns and our ICT… Read More
#WOWWednesday
Every Wednesday I highlight some of our amazing MVSD staff on our social media pages. Everyday our staff are using tech in new and exciting ways, are learning new skills, and are sharing ways in which ed tech is assisting them in their practice. This week I would like to give a shout out to Lisa who is part of our School Clinicians team. She has been working diligently all month to clean up her digital files for security and efficiency! Clinician Computer Meeting. (2020). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: http://fishbowlteaching.blogspot.com/ If you require assistance… Read More
#TechTipTuesday
Every Tuesday I share a Tech Tip on our social media pages to assist our staff in their use of technology as it relates to their role. Did you know that January is Clean Up Your Computer month? All of our tips this month have focused on simple steps to get your device organized and running optimally. 7 Fixes to Speed Up Computer Performance. (Accessed 2020). Uploaded by Selective.
Mantra Monday
Every Monday I share a different ed tech quote on our Thompson Classroom social media pages for our staff to consider. This week’s Mantra is: How do you view ed tech in your building? Term 2 is right around the corner; conact me if you have projects you want to try. I’m looking forward to working through the trial and error with you!
Follow Friday
Every Friday I share what I believe to be a notable person/organization/school on our social media pages to assist our staff in the development of their online Personal Learning Network. Following my visit to BU earlier this week, I would like to highlight BU’s Faculty of Ed and the Internet for Ed conversation stream. The hastag #I4Ed can be followed on Twitter while the Faculty of Ed can be found on Instagram; I invite you to follow along and join in on the discussions! BU Faculty of Ed Screenshot. (2020). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: http://fishbowlteaching.blogspot.com/
Back to BU!
Brandon University will always have a very special place in my heart. I completed my B.A & B.Ed over the course of 6 years while living and working on campus. Following that I returned to complete my M.Ed (by distance this time). Over the years I have welcomed any and all opportunities to return to campus to: – enjoy community presentations/events – take part in Mini-U (as a field trip with my students; highly recommend) – present in the Internet for Ed B.Ed class! (#I4Ed) Today was one such visit! Thank you to Mike Nantais for… Read More
#WOWWednesday
Every Wednesday I highlight some of our amazing MVSD staff on our social media pages. Everyday our staff are using tech in new and exciting ways, are learning new skills, and are sharing ways in which ed tech is assisting them in their practice. This week I’d like to showcase the staff at Smith Jackson School who have been learning coding alongside their students through the Hour of Code tutorials (this one featured is Star Wars themed)!
#TechTipTuesday
Every Tuesday I share a Tech Tip on our social media pages to assist our staff in their use of technology as it relates to their role. Did you know that January is Clean Up Your Computer month? The following graphic can help you start this process for yourself. I invite you to follow along on our social media pages for ongoing tips and tricks in our posts and stories. Clean Computer Calendar. (Accessed 2020). Uploaded by SingleHop.
MVSD is now on Facebook!
Did you know that Mountain View School Division is now on Facebook? This account is a joint effort between our Manager of Communications & Reporting, myself, and senior admin. The majority of our posts are pushed out through our pre-established communication platforms such as our divisional website, Twitter account, or our family email list which has helped us build consistency in our messaging while reaching the most amount of people as possible. MVSD Facebook Page Screenshot. (2020). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: http://fishbowlteaching.blogspot.com/ We invite you to follow our page and stay up-to-date with what… Read More
#MantraMonday
Every Monday I share a different ed tech quote on our Thompson Classroom social media pages for our staff to consider. This week’s Mantra is: I’ve said it once & I’ll say it again: tech for the sake of tech is not our goal! Like anything we implement in our classroom tech needs to be well thought out, expanding curricular objectives & backed by strong pedagogical choices