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1 BYOD: Bring Your Own Device A Framework for Expanding the Use of Personal Electronic Nisqually Middle School NMS Technology Vision Group Monday, September 16, 2013

2 Today s Students They are digital natives They live in a multimedia world Their media is all color They prioritize visual learning They demand creativity They learn best through trial and error They constantly connect and collaborate They access information that is live and linked

demand creativity They learn best through trial and error They

3 21 st Century Learning is Constantly Changing Constant change requires independent learners with new skills for changing work environments: critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication.

new skills for changing work environments:

4 We have a transition to make.

5 to use every resource at our disposal to maximize learning for our students

6 What should learning look like in the 21 st century?

7 Prerequisites for a successful transition Establish and Communicate clear Parameters for use of PED NMS Identify specific functions and applications we ll use Have a process for evaluating those functions/apps Establish clear expectations for student use 5 W s Develop norms for monitoring student use Establish a forum to share apps & functions with other staff and families Inform and involve parents in the transition

functions/apps Establish clear expectations for student use 5 W s Develop norms for monitoring student

8 Let s Define BYOD

9 How can PED s be used in the classroom? Data organization tools Web-based applications for classroom polling and quick tests Audio for podcasting and radio broadcasts Video QR codes Digital storytelling Language learning Probe attachments for measuring data Course companion sites

and quick tests Audio for podcasting and radio broadcasts Video QR

10 Suggested uses in NMS Classroom s: Organization tools calendars, planners, task lists, Remind 101 Apps for polling and quick tests Skyward App for grade tracking Sumdog and other content specific Apps Fact searching Wiki, Google, Bing, etc. Dictionary & Thesaurus Apps Calculator Common Core App & resources Social Apps FB, Twitter, IM/text, Pinterest Personal music during independent study time

Apps Fact searching Wiki, Google, Bing, etc.

11 Bring Your Own Device PROS v CONS PROS Device for every student, anytime access Parent-financed Devices typically up-to-date No cost for upgrades or repairs CONS Lack of uniformity of devices and platforms Uncontrolled network access Requires a robust network infrastructure with large bandwidth Limitations of mobile devices

Lack of uniformity of devices and platforms Uncontrolled network access Requires

12 BYOD Benefits Learning anytime, anywhere without schedule or access restrictions Parent- financed, allowing schools to devote much-needed funding to other programs or technologies Devices are commonly more up-to-date with newer features No repairs or maintenance Cost-effective, works with decreasing technology budgets Allows for immediate application in the classroom Competitive pricing of tablets, smartphones, and laptop computers- BYOD a viable option for many families Replicates a technology-rich environment already common in higher education and business Flexibility- support different learners with different needs

budgets Allows for immediate application in the classroom Competitive pricing of tablets, smartphones, and laptop computers- BYOD a viable option for many

13 BYOD encourages Mike to be: Engaged in learning Self-motivated Self-directed Independent Creative Collaborative Communicative A critical thinker

14 BYOD Positive Educational Impact More engaged and motivated students Students are held accountable for their learning, puts them in charge Encourages continued learning outside of the classroom walls Personalized, students tap into their individual learning preferences Helps students identify skills that will make them life-long learners Gives students a preview of how their future workplaces will operate

Personalized, students tap into their individual learning preferences Helps students identify skills

15 BYOD Challenges and Considerations Equity and Consistency not all students will have access, and students have varying technological abilities (differentiating) Logistics charging, net speeds, data usage, IT support Distractibility particularly of middle school aged students Inability to track usage outside of our designated network Monitoring communication drama and bullying Inappropriate content & unsanctioned use Security, both of information and property (theft) Privacy pictures and video

particularly of middle school aged students Inability to track usage outside of our designated network Monitoring

16 Next Steps for NMS Establish an agreed upon list of functions and applications Inform and solicit feedback from our parents Develop student expectations and a monitoring plan that fits our intended uses of PED s and specific challenges unique to our student population Agree on an evaluation process for the applications and functions we plan to pilot in the coming year Maintain a forum for sharing tech tools with all of our staff As always, remain committed to doing what is best for kids and helping them reach the highest standards in teaching and learning

Agree on an evaluation process for the applications and functions we plan to pilot in the coming year Maintain a forum for sharing tech tools

17 Evaluation Process suggestions? Suggested Evaluation Questions for Apps & Functions: 1. Rate the app/function on its ease of use and overall effectiveness 1-10 Scale 1 being low, being 10 high 2. Comment on the student experience were they engaged, on-task, any management considerations, challenges 3. How might the tool be used across the curriculum 4. 5.

18 Student/Parent Survey suggestions? What should we know about our families: 1. Does your student have a personal electronic device capable of connecting to the internet and/or using apps? Cellular/PDA Tablet Laptop 2. Does your student currently bring that device to school? 3. What are your thoughts or concerns about students using personal electronic devices, closely monitored by staff, as a regular part of their classroom experience? 4. On a scale of 1-10 (one being against, ten strongly supporting) Would you support your student bringing and using his/her personal electronic device at school? 5.

Does your student currently bring that device to school? 3.

19 Homework before we meet again: 1. Review our lists of Challenges and Intended Uses, and identify student expectations and monitoring strategies you would recommend we adopt (circle and add to the two Sample BYOD Social Contracts in your packet) 2. Give the Student/Parent Survey to the last class you teach this week, get them back to me by Wednesday, September 25 th 3. me any additional Functions or Apps you would like to add to the list of Suggested Uses Timelines: I would like to finalize an NMS Digital Citizenship Agreement and Management Plan at our next meeting, September 29 th, and launch the pilot at that time sharing our first Evals on 11/18/13

Sample BYOD Social Contracts in your packet) 2.

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