2008 - 2009 iPod Integration Initiative for Secondary Special Ed Collaborating Teachers
Saint Paul Public Schools is committed to increasing our use of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) strategies across the district. By differentiating instruction and the opportunities for students to access information, we can enhance their learning.
We are pleased to invite secondary teachers of students with disabilities to participate in an i-Pod technology integration initiative.
Project Goal:
Teachers will learn how to use i-pods in a variety of ways in their instruction to improve student achievement in the general education curriculum.
i-Pods are being used in education by students for many different purposes. This includes listening to textbooks, recording & studying lectures, creating flashcards to review vocabulary, taking tests with auditory support, and creating podcasts.
Participant Eligibility:
All secondary classroom teachers including collaborating teachers and teachers in separate sites are eligible. This program is limited to a maximum of 7 participants.
Participants Will Receive:
Participants accepted into the Integration Initiative will receive use of 5 i-pod Nanos. Participants may keep this technology as long as they continue to meet the requirements of the initiative. Failure to meet these requirements will result in forfeiture of the equipment.
Teachers can use the equipment this year, but it is intended that full implementation will be next school year.
Workshop Requirements:
- Workshop I: i-Pod Orientation ( May 14th ) 2 hours
- Workshop II: Cornell Notetaking with Your Audio Textbooks ( August 27th) 2 hours
- Workshop III: Podcasting & Study Strategies (by Sept. 30th) 2 hours
- Workshop V: Moodle On-Line Class
Specific Requirements:
- Complete the online application
- Participate in 6 hours of formal training
- Sign up to conference with your coach in your classroom for a minimum of 3 periods on 3 separate days. These dates cannot be canceled, but may be rescheduled.
- Perform periodic, preventative maintenance on hardware, run software updates and maintain clean equipment.
- Be responsible for the care and security of equipment.
- Complete pre- and post-assessments describing integration project efforts and impact on teaching and learning.
Registration Process:
Participation is limited. Applications will be accepted from March 27, 2008 until April 22, 2009. Accepted participants will be notified by April 29, 2009.
Support:
Teachers will receive support to find and load audio and/or text files for student use in required coursework. Teachers will receive coaching support for integrating technology into classroom activities.
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