Classroom TIP (Technology Incentive Plan)

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1 Overview What is the? The is a process to help teachers successfully integrate technology into the curriculum. The plan provides training, support, and equipment/software for teachers who request technology for their classrooms. What is the goal? The goal of the Classroom TIP is to help teachers acquire the knowledge, skills, and equipment necessary to effectively and efficiently integrate technology into the curriculum. What are the requirements? There are three (3) components to the Classroom TIP: Attend district technology integration training opportunities. These include before/after school TIP sessions, online TIP and TIES workshops, and scheduled one-on-one trainings with a technology integration specialist. Create a technology integrated Unit Plan based on NPAS curriculum, MN state standards, and the NETS*S. The Unit Plan includes a student assessment and sample project. Present one technology integration topic to colleagues at a staff, department, or team meeting. (Notify your technology integration specialist prior to the date/time of your presentation.) What request options are available? The plan is designed to be flexible for teachers time and variety of technology requests. Vouchers are equated to two different point value options earned within a two-year interval. Option 1 = 1,000 points Option 2 = 2,000 points 20 hours of TIP training 40 hours of TIP training 1 technology integrated lesson plan 1 technology integrated lesson plan 1

2 FAQs What is technology integration? Technology Integration happens when classroom teachers use technology effectively & efficiently in the curriculum to improve student achievement. The objective is not learning to use technology; it is using technology to learn. Who owns the classroom technology? All requested technology is the property of New Prague Area Schools. By completing the requirements of the plan, the participating teacher retains access to the classroom technology for each school year employed with New Prague Area Schools. What happens to the technology if the teacher moves to a different classroom or building? The technology will move with the teacher to their new classroom. The technology may or may not be the same physical equipment. Individual scenarios will be considered on a case-by-case basis. How do I know how many voucher points I ll need to request classroom technology? 1,000 points each... Mounted LCD projector with wireless keyboard/mouse Mimio interactive whiteboard Mimio Pad -or- ipad Elmo document camera 3 classroom netbooks 2,000 points each... Qwizdom student response system (clickers) 6 classroom netbooks If you are requesting technology that is not listed, please contact one of the technology integration specialists for a voucher point value. What is the time frame to complete the requirements? The three components (learn, create, share) must be completed within a 2-year interval. The Classroom Technology Request Plan calendar begins June 1 through May 31. Teachers may start on any date, but the entry point will be rounded down to June 1 of the first year. Who keeps track of the TIP training hours? Teachers will document all their hours, unit plans, and presentations on the TIP Log tab: ( Summary reports and certificates are ed at the end of each trimester. Who is responsible for loss or damage to the classroom technology? All technology associated with the Classroom Technology Request Plan has been checked out to, and is intended to be used by the participating teacher. Costs associated with loss or damage to the equipment outside of normal use is the responsibility of the participant. 2

3 Equipment What are teachers requesting and how is the equipment used in the classroom? Teachers request a wide variety of technology according to the needs of their students and personal teaching styles. The equipment listed helps add visual media to lessons, engage students in the content, and increase academic achievement. Mounted LCD Projector with wireless keyboard and mouse (20 hours 1,000 points) The LCD projector is the chalkboard of the 21 st century classroom. Teachers use the projectors to display multimedia lessons from their classroom computers. The wireless keyboard and mouse allow teachers to present from anywhere in the class. Mimio wireless interactive whiteboard (20 hours 1,000 points) The Mimio uses the teacher s computer, LCD projector, and whiteboard to create a huge interactive screen. Teachers and students use the stylus pen like a mouse to manipulate anything on the computer screen right from the whiteboard. Mimio Pad wireless tablet (20 hours 1,000 points) The Mimio Pad uses the same software as the Mimio interactive whiteboard, but the tablet allows teachers and students to manipulate the screen from anywhere in the classroom. Teachers can give the tablet to students for activities at their desks. Elmo Teacher s Tool document camera (20 hours 1,000 points) The Elmo document camera connects to the teacher s computer and LCD projector to display anything placed under the camera documents, books, and even 3-D objects. Think of it as a full-color overhead projector (without the transparencies). ipad with VGA Adaptor (20 hours 1,000 points) With a VGA adaptor, teachers can connect the ipad to their classroom projector and displayed the ipad screen to the entire class. Note: The Classroom TIP provides the ipad, but the teacher is responsible for purchasing, managing, and installing apps. Pick 6 Classroom Multimedia Package (20 hours 1,000 points) Add multimedia to your lessons, projects, and activities with these technology tools: Flip Video Camera Digital Camera LiveScribe Pen IPEVO document camera Select six items by choosing any combination of these technology tools. 3

4 Equipment Netbooks for classroom students (20 hours for 3 40 hours for 6) Teachers use netbooks in their classrooms to create student learning stations, group work activities, and access to Internet resources. Netbooks provide many of the same software applications found on a full-sized computer at very affordable price. Qwizdom clickers student response system (40 hours 2,000 points) Teachers present lessons using their LCD projectors. Throughout the lessons, questions are displayed for students to answer with their Qwizdom clickers. Instant feedback is given to each student and an overall chart is displayed for the teacher. 4

5 Scenarios Under what scenarios can teachers fulfill the Classroom Technology Request Plan requirements? The plan is designed to be flexible for teachers time and variety of technology requests. Vouchers are equated to two different point value options earned within a two-year interval. The following scenarios provide examples to demonstrate how teachers can tailor the training opportunities to meet their needs. Teacher requests classroom technology valued at 1,000 points (Option 1): Scenario #1 20 hours of TIP Sessions Scenario #2 6 hours of TIP Workshops 10 hours of TIP Sessions 4 hours of scheduled one-on-one trainings with a technology integration specialist Teacher requests classroom technology valued at 2,000 points (Option 2): Scenario #3 40 hours Intel Essentials Course (12 hours of TIP Workshops + 28 hours Intel Workshops) Scenario #4 18 hours of TIP Workshops 15 hours of TIP Sessions 7 hours of scheduled one-on-one trainings with a technology integration specialist 5

Name: Teaching Assignment: Building: Classroom technology I will be requesting: = points Hrs.

6 Document TIP Training Template Use this form to track the progress of your request plan. Keep this document for your records. Name: Teaching Assignment: Building: Classroom technology I will be requesting: = points Hrs. Date TIP Training Hrs. Date TIP Training Technology integrated Unit Plan completed on. Unit Plan template Student assessment Student sample project Presented technology integration topic on (date):. Presentation title: 6

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