Teacher Information
EduTech, ITD, IVN, and other groups have a wealth of information available to distance education teachers to make your job easier and to help in the learning process.
This portion of the site provides information on topics specific to general knowledge and best practices in using I2/videoconference resources in the classroom. Specific curriculum-based events, content providers and projects are listed under the Vidoeconference/I2 Projects section.
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- I2/Videoconference Curriculum – for teachers interested in learning about the latest content programs and collaborative events nationwide
- Videoconference Teachers – for teachers who regularly deliver shared courses to other ND schools by videoconference
Professional Development for Teachers
Videoconference Teacher’s Institute
Offered in August each year, this two-day workshop is designed for those who deliver shared courses by videoconference. Topics address a wide variety of topics of interest to both beginning and experienced videoconference teachers.
Videoconference Teacher’s Institute – August 13–14, 2007
Developing I2/Videoconference Programs for the K-12 Classroom
Help your teachers learn the skills needed to develop their own curriculum-based I2 or videoconference projects using the network resources available to all North Dakota Schools.
Flexible workshop format available
Jazz Up Your Curriculum – Collaborate with teachers across the country!
Plan now to participate in this 2008 summer workshop designed to bring teachers across the U.S. together to design collaborative curriculum projects for their students – all participants attend “virtually” from sites within their own state.
Jazzing up Your Curriculum with Videoconferencing – Summer 2008
Instructional Resources
Below are some resources available from out-of-state groups that you may find interesting and useful.
- Atomic Learning: Blackboard 7 Instructor Atoms
- Blackboard Learning Management System Information
- Digital Bridges: A Teacher’s Guide to Videoconferencing
- SBC Videoconferencing for learning: Resource Links
- Video Development Initiative: Videoconferencing Cookbook
Videoconferencing Release Form
Download the EduTech videoconferencing release form (DOC)
FAQ
Why do parents need to sign release forms?
Parents need to be informed and sign a release stating they are aware of, and approve of, the videotaping of their child by the school and EduTech.
What options does a student have if their parents are unwilling to sign the form?
Students may attend the session but should not be in the camera’s view.
What are some best practices for identity privacy in any video event?
- Instruct students to use their first name only rather than their first and second name.
- Instruct student to not give any personal information such as their home address and phone number.
Last Updated On September 10, 2007