If we know it is important to engage students, communicate with families, and empower students to become ethical and skilled digital citizens... Why don't we integrate technology more often?
Sometimes we're just overwhelmed by options.
There's a LOT of it... and some of it can get us or students in trouble
We also might feel more comfortable using the methods that worked for us in the past or when we were students.
How to Use This Expensive Tech Platform
Sometimes the tech PD is the WORST -- confusing and boring, with no follow up or support down the road.
Step One: Click on the upper left hand corner of the datasheetin order to bypassthe server's firewall, before toggling your windows...
Usually, though, it's that we already have SO MUCH to do and don't have time to experiment with something that might crash and burn
What we really need is a knowledgeable peer or two who will work with us, shoulder-to-shoulder, through the process. And supportive admin who encourage us to try new things. Sometimes it's that simple!