--Originally published at Baker's B.Y.O.D.-- Bring Your Own Device, Dog, & Deconstruction of Literature
This year I am trying a more transparent and strategic approach to my technology integration.
I've always been mindful of the purpose of the tool, but I wonder if I've consistently conveyed that purpose to my students and colleagues. I have a plan. I know what I'm doing, but do others see it?
So, to get things started, I created a Digital Dashboard Google Document on which my students will see what sites we will be using consistently, the rationale for using that site, and have an area in which they will type in login information---not their actual password, but hints or clues in case they forget. There are important class links to district sites ,as well as extra rows for students to add additional sites they may choose to frequent.
Both Edmodo and Google Classroom give users the ability to generate an editable copy for each student with the file name and sharing permissions, so in the event that someone does not remember his/her password, the student can access the doc or I can offer clues. Many of the tools we will employ in class allow the teacher to reset passwords, but I want students to be responsible for their accounts before I access my dashboard.
If you like this design, go ahead and snag a copy, customizing it for your students. In the comments for this blog post, please share how you convey the purpose of technology integration to your staff and students.
