Need something for your commute to work this week? I’d love it you checked out my episode on the podcast, Dial I.T Up, where we discuss blogging and social media. If you are new to Dial I.T Up it is a podcast produced by Mike Nantais and Rennie Redekopp and is sponsored by ManACE. You can listen to episodes through a variety of platforms; click HERE to see the full availability. Episode 9 Dial I.T. Up Podcast. (2020). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: http://fishbowlteaching.blogspot.com/ Like I mentioned, this episode is centered on blogging and social media and was designed… 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: How are you “living technology” this week?
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 week I would like to give a shout out to MB teachers and schools as a whole! I have had the amazing opportunity to attend the “Educating for Action” conference in Winnipeg with many members of our senior admin team, principals, teachers, and student voice members. MVSD Educating for Action Participants. (2020). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: http://fishbowlteaching.blogspot.com/ Connecting with so many colleagues and… 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 MMS who have deployed Mincraft Edu for all their Gr 6-8 students & staff. I can’t wait to see how students use this tool for creativity and connections! Minecraft Edu. (2020).
#TechTipTuesday – Osmo Kits
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 we have 6 Osmo Kits available for loan from the PD Resource Centre? The ICT Team has partnered with the centre by adding in iPads so your kits are 100% ready to implement without having to book your school devices! Learn all about it below:
Social Media for Parents
“TikTok? Instagram? Twitter? Facebook? Just what is social media and what do I need to know as a parent? This session is designed to inform parents/caretakers about social media and empower you to facilitate open conversations on how to use these tools safely & positively. “ Social Media 4 Parents. (2020). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: http://fishbowlteaching.blogspot.com/ This evening I had an opportunity to learn and share with MVSD parents and guardians regarding social media. This project came as a result of conversations between the ORS PAC, school principal, and myself. We found that many parents were interested in… 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: What teacher doesn’t love a nice sharp pencil? Its PD day in MVSD and I’ll be working as a team with our secretarial staff on all things tech; office 365, school websites, and PowerSchool!
Follow Friday – BYTE Conference
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. Being that it is the 3rd Friday in February it can only mean one thing…. it is time for the BYTE Conference! This conference holds a special place in my heart as it was not only the first large ed conference that I attended as a B.Ed student but it was also the start of my presentation experience. Since that time I have been able to attend 5… 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 give a BIG shoutout to the DRCSS who are working towards getting all of their Gr 9-10 students trained on how to use Office 365 to make their learning more accessible. Gr 9 – DRCSS. (2020). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: http://fishbowlteaching.blogspot.com/
#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. Have you checked out Microsoft Whiteboard? This collaborative tool allows you to share with students & staff and transform your laptops/tablets/student devices into interactive whiteboards. Great for group work, replacing SMART software & reaching hesitant learners. Microsoft Whiteboard. (Accessed 2020).