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=Classes IBM and MAC will conduct with students and staff.= //Click here to learn to upload documents.//

Dear iTeach/iLearn Colleagues,

We are excited to inform you that Apple or IBM will be providing you with 3 days of onsite push-in support to students and staff at your school. Below is a menu of items you may chose from. The trainer will work with classes selected by the iTech Coach and Course Coordinator for one - two periods (45 - 60 minutes each). Some classes are recommended for just teachers and others will be taught to both students and their teacher as indicated in the below description. You will provide Apple or IBM with a schedule of classes/teachers they will visit. Please note you must also indicate your activity class in ProTraxx and have your teachers register.

Trainers will work 8 hours with an hour for lunch, this means that you will want to consider having trainers work with your teachers or iSquad at the beginning or end of the school day.

RECOMMENDED FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS ELL students will learn to use various software tools to support their learning experiences.
 * SPECIAL NEEDS**
 * Enhancing Instruction for ELL Students with 21st Century Tools 1**

RECOMMENDED FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS Participants will investigate potential ways podcasts can enhance their English language learning. We will listen and subscribe to podcasts that support ELL. iTunes will be used to setup preferences and organize podcasts.
 * Enhancing Instruction for ELL Students with 21st Century Tools 2**

RECOMMENDED FOR TEACHERS ONLY During this time the professional developer will work with teachers to explain best practices and customize laptops for Special Ed students. We will investigate technology tools to support the best learning environment for all students regardless of their learning differences. These tools can engage all students, enhance their achievement, and inspire them to work harder.
 * Enhancing Instruction for Special Education Students with 21st Century Tools 1**

RECOMMENDED FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS Students will learn to use the built in text to speech recognition as part of their classroom instruction. Students will use Word to share “Who am I” reflections. They will record their reflection and use the text to speech recognition to have it read back to them.
 * Enhancing Instruction for Special Education Students with 21st Century Tools** **2**


 * //After School://** //We will work with teachers and the iSquad to use the accessibility tools to configure laptops for ELL and Special Education students.//

RECOMMENDED FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS This class offers basic troubleshooting on laptops along with time for questions and answers.
 * HARDWARE**
 * Troubleshooting Laptops in the Classroom**


 * //After School://** //The school may choose to have the trainer work with the iSquad and/or teachers at the end of the day//

RECOMMENDED FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS What is Podcasting? How can it be used in the classroom as a research tool and to support independent learning? Participants will investigate potential ways podcasts can transform learning. Participants will learn what a podcast is by listening and subscribing to educational podcasts. iTunes will be used to setup preferences and organize podcasts.
 * SOFTWARE //(//**//Only available to schools who have met iTeach/iLearn professional development requirements.**)**//
 * Podcasting in the Classroom 1**

RECOMMENDED FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS Participants will learn to use **software tools** to create and develop an audiocast.
 * Audiocasting in the Classroom 1**

RECOMMENDED FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS Participants will learn how to upload audiocast created in Audiocasting in the Classroom 1 using eChalk.
 * Audiocasting in the Classroom 2** (Prerequisite Audiocasting 1)

RECOMMENDED FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS Students will create a video with still images and sound. Participants will be introduced to the basic features of movie making software while they explore basic communication skills. Students who sometimes struggle with conventional school projects, such as writing research reports or creating outlines, find that movie making helps them to overcome these difficulties.
 * Movie Making in the Classroom 1**

RECOMMENDED FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS TWO CLASS PERIODS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS SESSION Teachers and students will learn to use video to create a basic movie that includes a title, transitions between clips, and a soundtrack. Making digital movies is engaging and fun for students and helps to motivate them to do their best work.
 * Movie Making in the Classroom 2**


 * //After School://** //The school may choose to have the trainer work with the iSquad and/or teachers at the end of the day//

These classes are listed on ProTraxx. You will need to set the class up for your teachers to register in advance of the onsite support days. Please contact Jill Kaufman-Apple at jkaufman@apple.com (MAC schools) or Cindy Getz at cgetz@customonline.com (IBM-Tablet) to schedule your days.

If you have any questions, or need additional information please let us know.

Thank you,

Lisa Nielsen Christine Mazza PD Manager-OIT Training Site Manager-OIT NYC DOE NYC DOE