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MED FA10: Connections and Issues Training
Technology Tools
MED FA10: Connections and Issues Training
Technology Tools
CMS Media ServicesCMS Media Services
Webinar Setup:• Once the
“GoToWebinar” session starts, the system will activate the online meeting. In the far right hand corner you will see a panel that looks like this one →
• This is referred to as the “Control Panel” which is our primary communication tool.
MED FA10: Connections and Issues TrainingTechnology Tools
MED FA10: Connections and Issues TrainingTechnology Tools
Hide Control Panel Button
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Three Primary Tools:
MED FA10: Connections and Issues TrainingTechnology Tools
Agenda:• Hardware issues• Software challenges• NC WiseOwl update• Online resources• Wiki (our gateway)• Other tools
MED FA10: Connections and Issues TrainingTechnology Tools
Hardware Issues:Tools Available Description
Out of warranty computers
School pays for repair
Remote servers No longer to reboot at school but limited “fix” access. Requires a
call to help desk.
Inventory MMIS must be maintained.
LCD Bulbs Not provided by media services (all bulbs are from the school
materials / supply budget).
MED FA10: Connections and Issues TrainingTechnology Tools
Software Challenges:Tools Available Description
Office 2003 vs 2007 vs 2010
File type compatibility.
Utilizing Office 2007 Training needed, use the Atomic Learning Online Training tools: http://www.atomiclearning.com/
Smartboard Tools Limited access at some sites to equipment.
Non-supported software
Unless recommended and approved by Technology
Services, limited or no support.
MED FA10: Connections and Issues TrainingTechnology Tools
NC WiseOwl Update:Tools Available Description
Britannica Online Replaced the Grolier encyclopedias (Adds Learning Zone and Britannica
High School)
InfoTrac (from Gale) Replaces EBSCO periodical databases
eBook Center Online Non-Fiction and Reference Resources (not listed in the Elementary
Zone)
Video Collection Free access to online video collections
MED FA10: Connections and Issues TrainingTechnology Tools
Online Resources:Tools Available Description
NC DPI on iTunes Teachers, students, and parents now have a download the latest multimedia education
resources from NC DPI.
Storytime from Barnes and Noble
Online stories read by the authors!
ProjectExplorer.org Winner of the 2010 Award for the Best Educational Use of Video
from Edublogs!
10 Alternatives to PowerPoint
Great resources to animate and enhance your presentations.
MED FA10: Connections and Issues TrainingTechnology Tools
Online Resources:Tools Available Description
Teacher’s Domain Video Resources
TeachersDomain is a free digital media service for educational use from public
broadcasting and its partners (compliments Discovery Education).
A Media Specialist's Guide to the Internet
Identified as one of the best media specialist blogs.
Trackstar Collect web sites, enter them into TrackStar, add annotations for your
students, and you have an interactive, online lesson called a Track.
MED FA10: Connections and Issues TrainingTechnology Tools
Other Tools (Technology Integration):
Gaggle Tools: More than student email accounts (free)
Livebinder: Online notebook and portfolio tool (free)
Partnership for 21st Century Skills
Thinkfinity: Thousands of Free Lesson and Educational Resources
Wallwisher: Online Notice Board and more (free)
Zoho: Online Applications (free)
MED FA10: Connections and Issues TrainingTechnology Tools
Summary:• Technology can be fun but requires diligence
to troubleshoot problems and willingness to be flexible (and have a back-up plan)
• Many variables contribute to the successful integration of technology.
• New and innovative online tools can enable the teaching experience to be interactive.
Take advantage of these great tools and resources within your school media program and as you collaborate with your teaching partners!