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Greetings, Educators!
We are delighted to present this comprehensive guide designed to inspire and assist you in integrating digital tools effectively within your classroom. Within these pages, you will find a treasure trove of digital integration strategies that can be seamlessly implemented with the diverse array of digital tools we have carefully selected for our district and are aligned with Technology Applications TEKS, PISD Digital Learning Plan, and PISD Instructional Model. Each tool is accompanied by a digital integration snapshot, providing you with a wealth of resources, including clear definitions, explicit purposes, practical integration examples, and captivating videos showcasing the tool in action.
Our aim is to equip you with an abundance of ideas and insights that will empower you to leverage these digital tools to enhance your teaching practices and engage your students in exciting new ways. As you peruse this guide, we encourage you to envision the endless possibilities that lie ahead as you weave technology into your educational journey.
Let the exploration begin, and may this guide serve as a catalyst for your digital integration endeavors.
We are delighted to present this comprehensive guide designed to inspire and assist you in integrating digital tools effectively within your classroom. Within these pages, you will find a treasure trove of digital integration strategies that can be seamlessly implemented with the diverse array of digital tools we have carefully selected for our district and are aligned with Technology Applications TEKS, PISD Digital Learning Plan, and PISD Instructional Model. Each tool is accompanied by a digital integration snapshot, providing you with a wealth of resources, including clear definitions, explicit purposes, practical integration examples, and captivating videos showcasing the tool in action.
Our aim is to equip you with an abundance of ideas and insights that will empower you to leverage these digital tools to enhance your teaching practices and engage your students in exciting new ways. As you peruse this guide, we encourage you to envision the endless possibilities that lie ahead as you weave technology into your educational journey.
Let the exploration begin, and may this guide serve as a catalyst for your digital integration endeavors.
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QR Codes
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What is it?
Purpose
A matrix barcode that stores a URL or other information for reading on a smartphone, tablet, or laptop.
Teachers or students can provide additional information to communicate complex ideas and enhance knowledge acquisition.
Strategy in Action
Ways to Enhance Learning
Encourage physical movement during a gallery walk by printing a QR code on a poster, diagram, image, chart, etc., and have students walk around the stations to observe, ask questions, discuss, and reflect on the content presented.
Reduce learning barriers by including QR codes on assignments or assessments for students to scan and access additional resources or instructions.
Stimulate intrigue and interest by creating QR codes that link to virtual field trips or tours of historical sites, museums, or other cultural attractions.
Seesaw
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What is it?
Purpose
Seesaw is a portfolio tool where students explain their thinking, communicate with an authentic audience, and take ownership of their growth.
Make student learning visible by utilizing the multimodal tools, progress monitoring, and messaging embedded within Seesaw.
Strategy in Action
