Podcasts about district technology specialist

We take an opportunity to connect with a Swiss Roundtable of international school technology leaders sharing their perspectives, learnings and experiences working in Swiss international schools—both boarding and non boarding—and what it is like living in Switzerland as an international educator. About Wolfgang Soeldner Wolfgang is an experienced educational technology professional with over 20 years of experience in managing, developing, and integrating technology systems in schools. He has served in various leadership roles in international schools, including ICT Campus Partner, Head of Global Education, Secondary Technology & Learning Coordinator, Head of Learning Resources & Technology Coach, and Whole Campus Technology Coordinator. Wolfgang has developed and executed distance learning programs, implemented one-to-one iPad programs, and led the integration of educational technology across various schools. He holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Education and is certified as an Apple Distinguished Educator, Microsoft Innovative Educator + Trainer, and Google Certified Educator Level 1 and 2. Wolfgang is proud to be serving as a Board Member of the Technology Readiness Council (TRC). LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wsoeldner/    About Gus Alcalá Gus Alcala is the IT Manager and Educational Technology Lead at International School Rheintal. Gus possesses a Postgraduate Certificate in Education, a Master's in Communication and Technology and a Bachelor's in Computer Engineering. He has over 10+ years combined experience in network administration, information security and data protection in international schools.  Gus is also a certified teacher deeply involved in design and computer science. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gus-alcalá/  About Darren Wise Darren Wise is Director of IT at Aiglon College. Aiglon College is described as one of the world's most distinctive boarding schools and a leader in character education. Darren leads a team of teachers and technicians focussed on providing reliable technology in the classroom and across the wider college, and occasionally we innovate. Prior to working in Switzerland, Darren also spent 12 years working in a similar role at Harrow International School, Bangkok. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-wise-698b0b141/  About Tim Venchus  Tim Venchus is the Technology Development Director for The American School in Switzerland, an international PK-12 institution located in Ticino, Switzerland. His primary roles are to support the TASIS community in their use of technology and strategize with colleagues to make the most of technology tools, present and future.  Tim holds a B.S. in Mathematics and a Masters in Teaching for 6-12 Mathematics. Prior to working at TASIS, he worked as a District Technology Specialist for a K-8 school district in the suburbs of Chicago, IL. LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tvenchus  About Chris Vincent Chris Vincent is the Director of Technology at The International School of Zug and Luzern (ISZL). This involves leading committed and inspiring digital learning coaches, an IT team and Librarians as well as being part of the school's senior leadership team.  Chris has enjoyed a career in education that has spanned some 35+ years. Chris began his teaching career in state schools in some of Tasmania, Australia's most remote and beautiful areas before embarking on an international career in education and leadership that has spanned some 30+ years and four different countries and schools. Prior to joining ISZL in 2011, Chris and his wife, lived and worked in Singapore, The Netherlands and Vietnam. Their eldest son was amongst the final graduating class of Chris' principalship at UNIS Hanoi and their other two sons are graduates from ISZL. All three have completed tertiary studies in Australia despite having been born and raised outside of Australia. On a personal level, Chris loves a pot of tea, being active outdoors, escaping through a good book and time spent with his family and close friends. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-vincent-1222b540/  Resources Websites TRC Tech Director Forum: https://talk.techdirector.org/ Technology Readiness Council: https://technologyreadiness.org/   TRC Membership Info: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nVrFaTrwWVT-XjD3mPGMOg9mFXDNL8g2/view  IAPP: https://iapp.org https://skillshop.exceedlms.com/student/page/995423-certifications?navlink=true  Diffit -- relevel or translate texts, generate comprehension questions, and then export to Google Slides or PDF activities. Super cool! High School Campus Library: AI: https://iszl.libguides.com/c.php?g=694832&p=5159582    Articles Reimagining Education in the Digital Age: https://www.aiglon.ch/community/news/news/~board/public-news/post/how-aiglon-is-reimagining-education-in-the-digital-age    Books The AI Classroom | The Ultimate Guide to Artificial Intelligence in Education: https://teachergoals.com/books/educational-technology/the-ai-classroom/?v=a25496ebf095  Dilla Time: https://dillati.me/  The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/61714633  John Mikton on Social Media LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmikton/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jmikton Web: beyonddigital.org Dan Taylor on social media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/appsevents  Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt  Web: www.appsevents.com Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube Would you like to have a free 1 month trial of the new Google Workspace Plus (formerly G Suite Enterprise for Education)? 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In this episode, Matt Biggs, District Technology Specialist for Citrus County Schools, talks with Lance Fletcher about some new things going on in the world of technology in Citrus County Schools. Lance discusses some new areas of improvement that'll be pertinent to teachers in the coming school year and some updates the Technology Resource Center will be making over the summer! Follow Us: Twitter: @CCTechTips @CitrusSchools Instagram: @CCTechTips @Citrusschools Facebook: Citrus Schools Tech Tips Citrus County Schools

Welcome to a new episode of Free Teacher PD:  Part 2 of Foster Creativity and Innovation with Digital Storytelling  and our presenter, Jerry Swiatek. Let me take a moment to tell you a tad more about this talented presenter. Jerry is a Google Certified Teacher, as well as a Google Apps Certified Administrator. He is a also a District Technology Specialist for the Citrus County School District in Citrus County, FL, where he works with teachers and students helping them to integrate technology into their classrooms. He has spent time in the classroom as well, teaching World Geography to high school freshmen. Jerry is the founder and organizer of EdCamp Citrus, an education unconference designed to bring educators together to discuss education issues and technology that works. He is also very involved in the #edchat movement on Twitter. Each week, Jerry archives each of the #edchat discussions, making them available to educators all over the world. He often presents at educational technology conferences across the nation. Jerry has an Associate's Degree in Computer Network Systems and a Bachelor's Degree in Information System Security, and he has been in education for over 10 years. He lives in Inverness, FL with his wife, two children, a dog, and a snake.  So, let’s welcome back Jerry Swiatek and Part 2 of Foster Creativity and Innovation with Digital Storytelling   Let’s get learning!

Classroom 2.0 LIVE webinar, 81DASH, with guest presenters Carlos Fernandez and Jerry Swiatek, August 23, 2014. Carlos is the creator/developer of a fantastic, free new backchannel tool for the classroom called 81DASH. He was joined by Jerry Swiatek, a District Technology Specialist for the Citrus County School District in Citrus County, FL where he works with teachers and students helping them integrate technology into their classrooms. Jerry is the founder and organizer of EdCamp Citrus, a Google Certified Admin and Teacher, and is also the archivist for the very successful #edchat community. Learn about 81DASH and the ways teachers are using it in their classrooms. We know you are going to be eager to start using it too! Communication is vital in the 21st Century way of work and education is no exception. As the 81DASH team saw schools make the digital transitions, they knew that they needed to come up with a safe solution that would allow students access to communicate anytime, anywhere. But they also needed a solution that would keep students safe and give the teacher the opportunity to monitor and have full control of that chat environment. Although the chat feature is heart and soul of 81Dash, they believe that students need more than just a safe chat environment. They need a Dashboard that allows them to communicate, share files, take notes, and keep track of important tasks. 81Dash has been a tremendous passion project of theirs and is created by teachers for teachers. Follow 81DASH on Twitter (https://twitter.com/81dash) and sign up on the website to start using it with your students.(http://81dash.com/)

Classroom 2.0 LIVE webinar, 81DASH, with guest presenters Carlos Fernandez and Jerry Swiatek, August 23, 2014. Carlos is the creator/developer of a fantastic, free new backchannel tool for the classroom called 81DASH. He was joined by Jerry Swiatek, a District Technology Specialist for the Citrus County School District in Citrus County, FL where he works with teachers and students helping them integrate technology into their classrooms. Jerry is the founder and organizer of EdCamp Citrus, a Google Certified Admin and Teacher, and is also the archivist for the very successful #edchat community. Learn about 81DASH and the ways teachers are using it in their classrooms. We know you are going to be eager to start using it too! Communication is vital in the 21st Century way of work and education is no exception. As the 81DASH team saw schools make the digital transitions, they knew that they needed to come up with a safe solution that would allow students access to communicate anytime, anywhere. But they also needed a solution that would keep students safe and give the teacher the opportunity to monitor and have full control of that chat environment. Although the chat feature is heart and soul of 81Dash, they believe that students need more than just a safe chat environment. They need a Dashboard that allows them to communicate, share files, take notes, and keep track of important tasks. 81Dash has been a tremendous passion project of theirs and is created by teachers for teachers. Follow 81DASH on Twitter (https://twitter.com/81dash) and sign up on the website to start using it with your students.(http://81dash.com/)

Highlights and commentary from the 2/12 Edchat about the tension between the kind of professional development teachers want and what teachers need to know. Follow:@jswiatek,@blairteach, @tomwhitby@bamradionetwork Aaryn Schmuhl is the Assistant Superintendent for Learning and Leadership Services in Henry County, Georgia. Jerry Swiatek is a District Technology Specialist for the Citrus County School District in Florida and founder/ organizer of EdCamp Citrus. Tom Whitby is contributing Editor at SmartBrief, founder of #Edchat,Twitter-Using Educators, and NYSCATE Network. Nancy Blair is a school

Highlights and commentary from the 2/12 Edchat about the tension between the kind of professional development teachers want and what teachers need to know. Follow:@jswiatek,@blairteach, @tomwhitby@bamradionetwork Aaryn Schmuhl is the Assistant Superintendent for Learning and Leadership Services in Henry County, Georgia. Jerry Swiatek is a District Technology Specialist for the Citrus County School District in Florida and founder/ organizer of EdCamp Citrus. Tom Whitby is contributing Editor at SmartBrief, founder of #Edchat,Twitter-Using Educators, and NYSCATE Network. Nancy Blair is a school improvement consultant who frequently worked with the high schools that work and making middle grades work initiatives.