Staff+Core+Tech+Skills

​​ Staff Core Tech Skills

 * Starting with this list, add/modify core competencies. Use the Discussion tab to pose any questions or suggestions for additional categories or skills. **


 * //GROUP://** ** //Read and review the "Level 1" information below. If you agree with what's there the way it is, put your initials after the heading. If you want to make suggestions or additions, add on a bullet point// //(red)// //along with your first name If any discussion needs to occur, mark "see discussion" and start or continue a thread in the discussion area.// **

//Computer Basics and Diagnostics (Chad, Maureen, Caryn)//
 * //EXAMPLE://**


 * //Set up and plug in all components of a computer system, including mouse keyboard, monitor, network cable, printer, and LCD projector. and plug in external devices including (but not limited to): VCR, DVD, Elmo, SmartBoard, Ipods, camera, USB storage device. (Jan) (Redouane) //
 * //Be able to login and connect to the network//
 * //Save files to the network (Chad)//

Use these files to help us decide what things we want to consider LEVEL 1 for our staff in Franklin.

 * [[file:BrownDeer-Overview.pdf]] - Overview of the Brown Deer Model
 * [[file:BrownDeer-Level1.pdf]] - Level 1 skills to be assessed. (3rd page of this pdf starts the checklist, but the full checklist is in the file below)
 * [[file:BrownDeer-Level1-Checklist.pdf]] - this file contains the **2-page Level 1 Teacher Checklist**
 * [[file:BrownDeer-TrainingDates.pdf]] - Brown Deer SMART Goal (1st page) for district staff and Training Dates calendar with sessions that teachers can choose to attend to get the skills they need to knock off an item on their Level 1 checklist.

//Ideas:// Offer in school day to get it done (test out) Offer outside of school day for credit (can't offer in the day for credit) Don't have to reward for meeting a job expectation Set fall TTT times before end of the year SURVEY: Plan to come to training OR need time to help to learn this (in the school day)
 * ways to offer session after school, but have "apply" time for teacher to perform task

Here's what staff should be able to do for LEVEL 1? Here's where we are going to offer? Here's how staff will demonstrate they can do these things?

DURING THE DAY
 * Set schedule for Elem by day?
 * Offer sessions

May 1st - need to show how we will offer support


 * Discussion 5/23 **
 * Optional TTT session each month for those staff that need it and Required session for staff on "need" basis
 * Not as different for MS/HS, but Elem may have confusion with new setup
 * __Next Steps:__ How does admin team make this happen?
 * Training model: 1 of 2 TTT each month focuses on one of the skills below
 * Develop assessments
 * Develop "test out" ideas/options for those staff that can finish this and move on to next level
 * Get SKILLS list out to teacher; communication piece is most important
 * "This is the piece that teachers need to teach the ITLS to the students" and also put out by state - this is the "why"
 * "Expectations that as a professional educator, teachers can do ..."
 * Educating staff on district policies for using technology
 * Union communication - how to communicate
 * Timeline: Due before Spring Break next year (April 21)
 * Assessing: May have to do again. Goal - get everyone to Level 1
 * Incentives:
 * Certificate, badges on your web page, "Level 1" sticker/badger for laptop? - not spend $$ on stickers?
 * Certificate, badges on your web page, "Level 1" sticker/badger for laptop? - not spend $$ on stickers?

Level I
Chad looked this over on 2/4 and added thoughts below in red.


 * Computer Basics and Diagnostics - prior to or during August pre-service** - JILL
 * Connect and disconnect all components of a computer system, including mouse, keyboard, monitor, network cable, camera, flash Drive and LCD projector. ( Redouane ) (Sana) idea - take digital picture of setup
 * Be able to login and connect/disconnect to your area/folder on the network (Chad) (Redouane) - idea saving in shared area, open a file in shared area
 * Troubleshoot basic logging in problems - ie screen shakes and does not allow login because there are extra characters or spaces, caps lock is on (Jill)
 * Add flow chart in labs to help alleviate this
 * Be able to connect to wireless cart/access point in building (Jill)(Redouane)
 * Add printer (Jill)(Redouane)

**FOCUS**: Laptop connecting to projector **ASSESS**
 * Teacher needs to connect up, plug in the computers and equipment (computer, SMARTBoard, Elmo, network cable, mouse, printer, LCD projector, audio cables, etc.) in their classroom.
 * Test to make sure their connections work...orient SMARTBoard, go to e-mail log in screen,
 * MAKE CHECK LIST for STAFF
 * TRAINING/SUPPORT AVAILABLE **
 * fpstech wiki to get set up diagrams, directions
 * Ask a co-worker for assistance
 * Ask a technology go to or ITL aide
 * Ask a tech coach

**File Management -** September - LUANN
 * Create folders on a network drive, hard drive, flash drive. (Redouane)
 * Not sure how to word, but something about making sure your file(s) have the correct extension. Word should be .doc or .docx, PowerPoint should be .ppt or .pptx, etc (Chad).
 * Be aware of file sizes (PowerPoint, video, mp3). Plan to move large files to your own storage (flash drives, CD's). (Jan)(Redouane)
 * Able to open and save files on flash drive and in your folder in shared area. (Jill)(Redouane)
 * Back-up files on a regular basis. (Louise)(Redouane)
 * Delete or rename a file. (Louise)(Redouane)
 * "FInd" or "Search" for file (Louise)(Redouane)

**FOCUS:** Create network folder, (ADD backup steps on LEVEL 1 so instructions are there) **ASSESS:** Teacher creates folder in the Staff Shared area by September 30 to house their portfolio. Save the "checklist" from your e-mail to your portfolio folder.
 * TRAINING/SUPPORT AVAILABLE ** :
 * fpstech wiki to get set up diagrams, directions, video
 * Ask a co-worker for assistance
 * Ask a technology go to or ITL aide
 * Ask a tech coach
 * Basic file management TTT for September


 * Calendar - October -** JILL
 * TTT request from the tech coaches and show teachers how to accept the appt. and show how it adds to calendar
 * Create a list of the types of meetings that should be scheduled by the administrator to staff, liasons to staff,
 * Reminder notifications
 * Difference between busy, out of office, tentative, free
 * Difference between meeting request, scheduling an appt on to a calendar

**FOCUS:** personal calendar & calendar features **ASSESS:** Teacher will reserve something (conf rm, computer lab, laptop cart) and record on check list. Teacher will need to schedule an appt. for a meeting and record on check list.
 * TRAINING/SUPPORT AVAILABLE ** :
 * "how to" guide on wiki
 * TTT to go through creating appt., reserving equipment, etc.


 * E-mail - November -** DONNA
 * e-mail send/receive, add attachment, organize e-mails into folders. (Chad: Take screenshot and email in?)
 * Open/save attachments (Jill)
 * Know and understand the differences between "reply to sender" "reply to all", etc. (Louise)
 * Manage mail (delete, purge) (Louise)
 * Lightspeed mail summary,

**FOCUS:** minimal signature, user phone number/profile info **ASSESS:** date/time on check list that tasks have been completed
 * TRAINING/SUPPORT AVAILABLE ** :
 * TTT: how to search for e-mail, create a folder to organize e-mail, how to handle attachments (save to home directory), sort by name, date, etc., auto delete trash, mailbox capacity and keep under 100 MB. If you have GB...you need help, adding a contact
 * TTT Advanced: creating groups, out of the office,


 * DECEMBER - Review & catch up sessions to train on competencies identified for August-November. **
 * Accountability checkpoint
 * Reinforcement


 * Technology Vocabulary - January** - CHAD/LOUISE
 * Use correct terminology when reporting issues or working with students including: home directory, monitor, computer, keyboard, mouse, pigtail/ dongle/VGA adapter, mirroring, etc.
 * Basic navigation of Windows, Finder views, side bar, Windows Explorer views, etc. (LuAnn)
 * Browser, operating system, Bookmark, URL (Louise)
 * icon, Command (Apple), hard drive, flash drive, file vs. folder (directory), closing file, quit application, minimizing, force quit, right click, left click, double-click, database, wireless signal, help menu, search box, list view, column view, icon view, detail view, title bar, status bar, menu bar, pull down menu, radio button, submenu, dialog box, drop down list, USB port, VGA port, network port, task bar, left side bar, dock, system tray, minimize, maximize, .pdf, file extensions, virus scanner, screen shot, home page, Firefox, Safari, Internet Explorer (web browser) search engine, new window, browser tabs, Windows, active window, desktop, applications folder, my documents, hot link, video settings for projector, display, mirroring,

**FOCUS:** Vocab **ASSESS:** Create online flash cards of (use 5th grade ITLS terms?) for teachers to use on own time. Setup online quiz for teachers to take to get a certain proficiency to take. 85% proficient. www.flashcardmachine.com
 * TRAINING/SUPPORT AVAILABLE ** :
 * fpstech wiki to get flash cards to learn the vocabulary
 * TTT - jeopardy game, how to drop a file into the dropbox folder (portfolio)
 * Go some place to take the quiz
 * Add percentage to the check list your score


 * ASSESSMENT PIECES**
 * Tech Vocabulary Flashcards - adding the terms to be covered in the quiz here

**Basic Word Processing - February -** CHAD
 * font changes, font sizes, line spacing, text alignments, word art object, table or columns, insert graphics/pictures/clipart and set wrapping style, bulleted or numbered list (Jill)
 * Set margins and paper orientation. (Louise)
 * Create a PDF file. (Louise)

**FOCUS:** Create document **ASSESS:** Teacher creates document including list of criteria (above). Save as .doc or .pdf and put in portfolio folder > - link to videos online for MS Office (teacher tube you tube, etc.
 * TRAINING/SUPPORT AVAILABLE ** :
 * fpstech wiki to get handout on "how to"
 * TTT - teach how to create tables

Student Records Management
 * PowerSchool gradebook & attendance (Chad: Assess by teacher running an Attendance report for 1 week as a PDF, attaching to an email and sending in? Also assess by having a classroom description filled in for parents/students to see)
 * Able to access and navigate through PowerSchool. (Louise)
 * Look up student demographic information
 * Run basic report

FOCUS: Teachers should know how to export class data instead of recreating ASSESS: Export class list as a CSV file instead of retyping

**Internet & Subscription Databases - March -** LOUISE
 * Badgerlink
 * OPAC
 * Culture Grams, Discovery Streaming, Nettrekker, WorldBook Online, Grolier, Biography Reference Bank, etc . (Louise)
 * Basic search techniques (AND, OR, NOT) (Redouane)
 * Advanced searched techniques using common browsers (google, yahoo) (Redouane )
 * CountyCat (Louise)

**FOCUS:** Teachers should know which databases are available and show where they are integrating it into a class assignment **ASSESS:** Turn in rubric or assignment directions for students that include using a database (not a general Internet search engine) **TRAINING/SUPPORT AVAILBLE**:
 * WIKI - list of databases available in the District and descriptor what content is available
 * TTT - show a couple of the databases and their features - show teacher features (lesson plan, support materials, etc.)

** Basic Presentation - April - ** LUANN
 * Create a presentation (adding text, bullet list, pictures, etc.) (LuAnn)
 * Change the master slide default settings (LuAnn) This feature isn't always used. Most take the defaults of the Theme they choose and don't want to fuss with the setting.... I am one of those types..I know how to do it, I just don't want to do it. (Jan)
 * Transitions between slides (LuAnn)
 * Play presentation (LuAnn)
 * Navigate forward and backward from slide to slide in presentation mode (Redouane)
 * Plug and use remote (if available) to navigate from slide to slide (Redouane)

**FOCUS:** Staff should be able to create a simple presentation **ASSESS:** Create at least a 3-slide/page presentation (Notebook, PowerPoint, Prezi, Google Presentation, etc.) including list of criteria (bulleted list, clipart or other image, pick a theme, put the presentation file in teacher portfolio folder **TRAINING/SUPPORT AVAILABLE**
 * fps-tech wiki handouts, videos, links to resources
 * TTT: show basics for presentations


 * MAY - Review & catch up sessions to train on competencies identified for January - April. **

Level II -- 2012-13
Create a template for user to submit - personal learning plan for technology Create SMARTGoal connected to: ISTE teacher standards Grade level ITLS 21st century skills
 * Personal/Dept/Grade Level Goal**

Could be building personal goal with a technology component vs. a separate goal.

Basic Spreadsheets (LuAnn)


 * Navigate spreadsheet, worksheets with in a workbook, resize rows/columns, print to one page, add/delete rows/columns (LuAnn)
 * Basic formulas (sum, average, if, concatenate, etc.) (LuAnn)
 * Basic database features (sort, filter, etc.) (LuAnn)
 * Create bar, circle, line graphs (Louise)

**Online Communications**


 * teacher web page?

Sort files date modified, size etc. Awareness of file extension names - this goes with Chad's above. Knowing a WPS file was not created in Word. (Jill)(Redouane)