Today we learnt more about being CYBERSMART "at home in a digital world". I liked the idea that we need to have a POSITIVE focus. What also appealed to me that it is a Whole School and Cluster Focus, therefore there is consistent language and understanding through the years.
Continuing the cybersmart theme we were asked to get creative with a cybersmart concept. My focus was on Smart Media. I created a simple Screencastify that I could use in the class with Year 3s to teach the use of the Explore tool.
Hapara - Lots of handy tips here. Hover over blog comments, bold gmails have not been opened, class info for student emails and to reset passwords, use activity viewer to see who is collaborating.
Dorothy discussed the Manaiakalani 1:1 journey. Partnership -Te Tiriti o Waitangi (all students have equity). Participation - every learner can participate. Protection - happens behind the scenes. It is always interesting to hear the background and pedagogy behind Manaiakalani.
On Chromebooks we delved into a Digital Dig. I managed to dig up a few shortcuts and discover new skills as I worked through the slides. This was the trickiest part of the day and one that I felt would have been easier if not being online.
Gerhard showed how to use Explain Everything on Ipads.
News to me that you can also use it on a
PC whiteboard.explaineverything.com
I managed the first EE task. This is something that I definitely
need more practise with.
Lots to learn and spend time practising! Ka kite ano.
Kia Ora Pip
ReplyDeleteWe will have to remember to get you to share a tip or trick at each staff meeting. I would love for you to show my how to use Harpara a bit better. I feel for you having to complete this 10 week intense learning all online. I know when I completed it the DFI I relied a lot on the person beside me to help me get back on track when I got lost.
Michelle
Thanks for your comment Michelle. Yes we will have to have a Hapara get together, it is something that I hope to use more next term with the Year 3s. Two sessions to go!
DeleteI love learning new shortcuts. My problem is remembering them! Maybe I need to create a display of my favourites to help remember them. Do you have any suggestions?
ReplyDeleteI really appreciate your tips you are sharing at staff meeting.
Thank you for your comment SJ. I like that idea of creating a display of favourite shortcuts. I too, easily forget them, especially if not using all the time. Good holiday project for me!
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