How Can I Help?
Below you can find a snapshot of the ways instructional technology facilitators (ITFs) impact the teaching and learning happening in Davidson County Schools.
Overarching areas of expertise
- Digital Citizenship and appropriate use
- Digital Leadership
- Sharing and reflecting on digital resources
- Data and assessments through the use of digital tools
- Digital Instruction strategies and tools
- Differentiation through the use of digital resources
- Problem and project-based learning strategies
Chromebooks
- Instructional/operational use
- Chrome apps and extensions to support instructional goals
- Google account tools and use
iPads
- Managing student iPads on the remote management system
- Setting restrictions
- Sending apps
- Locating resources for a variety of subject areas and skill sets
- Troubleshooting and software questions
Teacher laptops
- Instructional support for Apple and Dell Windows 10 machines
- Loading software
- Troubleshooting
Robotics/ 21st century learning tools
- Operational and instructional use of:
- Ozobots
- Spheros
- Green screen
- Dash and Dot
Interactive Boards
- Operational use of SmartBoards and the Smart Notebook software
- Operational use of the Promethean ActivPanels and the ActivPanel Connect G
- ActivInspire and ClassFlow Software applications
- Resources for interactive board use
- Basic troubleshooting and setup
Google Accounts
- Use of GSuite tools for teachers and students
- Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, Docs, Slides, Forms, etc.
Learning management systems
- Canvas
- Google Classroom
Other areas
- Discovery Education
- Streaming
- Science Techbook
- Board Builder
- Copyright
- iMovie and video editing
- Instructional support for teachers and students
- Locating resources and tools for instructional needs
- Technology Challenge websites
- Teacher website management