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. Microsoft Stream. (2020). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: http://fishbowlteaching.blogspot.com/ Stream is built into our Office 365 suite, has video creation & editing tools, and provides easy sharing options. Follow along through the stories of our Instagram and Facebook accounts for more details!
#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: Ed Tech Quote. (2020). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: http://fishbowlteaching.blogspot.com/ What are your experiences with the two deficiencies identified by Tom Whitby? The digital divide affects both staff & students & I feel it’s more difficult to address remotely
FREE WIFI
Our network administrator has been working really hard to get this up and running for our students. The signal is active now with more visible signage going up for Monday. Happy learning! “MVSD is offering free Wi-Fi for students who are engaging in online learning! The hotspot is located on Kerr Ave. by the DRCSS. Students are asked to remain in their vehicles while working on assignments to abide by social distancing guidelines.” MVSD Free Wifi. (2020). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: http://fishbowlteaching.blogspot.com/
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. This highlight is one of my “go to” sources for ed tech tools. In fact, the first time I highlighted him on this blog was almost exactly EIGHT years ago! Larry Ferlazzo is an extensive ed tech curator and his “best of” series on his blog is fantastic. Larry Ferlazzo. (2020). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: http://fishbowlteaching.blogspot.com/
Making Waves – Segment 7
Making Waves Event Poster. (2020). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: http://fishbowlteaching.blogspot.com/ Thank you to Andy McKiel for putting together our virtual Making Waves PD session today via Teams LIVE. You can watch the full slate of amazing presenters at https://tinyurl.com/makingwaves2020
#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 shout out goes to our staff who are using Instagram to share and connect with their students, families, and colleagues. These are some of the 60+ social media accounts maintained on behalf of MVSD staff. Check out #mvsd_mb on your platform of choice to see our content! MVSD Instagram Accounts. (2020). Uploaded by… Read More
Making Waves LIVE PD
You’re invited!!! Wanna hear how some Manitobans are faring in response to COVID-19? We’ve lined up a bunch of Manitoba educators and creative types to discuss their current realities and share their ‘vision for the future’ that awaits once we’ve successfully navigated the first wave of this pandemic! All are welcome to attend this FREE online event. We’re using the Microsoft Teams platform so if you visit the link from a tablet or mobile device, you’ll need to have the free Teams app installed on your device… We hope to see you online this Thursday at 3pm CST! Making Waves… Read More
#TechTipTuesday – Editable Assignments in Teams
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. Teams Assignments. (2020). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: http://fishbowlteaching.blogspot.com/ Want all students to have their own, editable version of the class assignment in Teams? Change the edit rights to students have their own copy & can insert their learning right onto the page You can also check out our full MVSD Teams Webinar HERE.
#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: Ed Tech Quote. (2020). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: http://fishbowlteaching.blogspot.com/ The CPS recommends that school age children have 2hrs or less of screen time a day. Many of our families are also paying by data usage, sharing devices, etc. Try to set up your learning in a way that provides a balance of screen & screen-free time for your students.
Follow Friday – Class Dojo
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. Many of our MVSD staff used this platform prior to Covid-19 and continue to do so now. Check out their social media for tips, tutorials, and more. Class Dojo Follow Friday. (2020). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: http://fishbowlteaching.blogspot.com/ *For a flash-back Friday, HERE is a tutorial I created on how Class Dojo could be used for those using Whole Brain Teaching instructional strategies all the way back… Read More