Helping Districts Navigate
During this Time of Crisis
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This newsletter is aimed at providing you information and resources to improve your instructional technology tool box and accessibility features of favorite online platforms.
Whatever your need, we have you covered!
With our best wishes for the health and safety of every member of your community.
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Academic Network
Meeting
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Join our Academic Network meeting. We aim to keep you and your district on course while staying the course during these uncertain times.
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Online Learning Tools and Resources
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t's been a few weeks now since our rapid transition into online learning. Many teachers are ready to kick it up a notch. Check out this podcast from EdSurge On Air that discusses how teachers can ensure they are using technology to support deeper learning and move to more student- centered teaching practices.
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Technology changes almost overnight and staying digitally fluent is a constant challenge especially during this sudden change to online learning. Region 3 is dedicated to helping your district stay up to date on the newest and most influential technology available to your educators. Check out this playlist of trainings from our own digital learning specialist, Laura Sprinkle. Topics covered: Google Classroom 101, YouTube 101, Creating Digital Learning Centers, Browser Tips, and FlipGrid 101.
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Digital Learning Specialist, Academic Services
361-573-0731 ext. 277
Virtual Office Hours
M,W,F 2:20 pm - 3:30 pm
T, TH 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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A Collection of Resources
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TeachForAmerica has created group of resources to support communities and teachers during this pandemic. This document addresses topics such as how to be a great virtual teacher, internet and online platform access, teaching and talking about the coronavirus, academic learning resources, supporting specific populations and psychological tips for managing coronavirus concerns. To access this document click below.
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Looking for free tools to help power your digital learning activities? With the right mix of instructional support and appropriate devices, these digital tools can help strengthen student creativity, collaboration and critical thinking skills. Check out this collection of tools from
Digital Learning Day
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This blog is by a Dallas mom and is full of useful resources. There is a list of education companies offering free subscriptions , 40 virtual field trips, and my favorite, a whole section on
Pete the Cat. j
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Choice Boards/Learning Menus
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Choice boards and learning menus are not new. They are a great a way to provide differentiated learning that gives students a menu or choice of learning activities. They can be created in a variety of ways.such as digital formats, playlists or paper form. These boards should outline a variety of instructional options that are targeted towards a specific academic goal. If you haven't used choice boards in the past, now is great time to try them out! Check out some examples and resources we've collected!
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Accessible Instructional Technology
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Providing services to students with disabilities in a virtual environment can be challenging but we are here to help! There are many great resources out there! Check out our collection of resources for making digital learning accessible. Got questions? We have answers! Contact one of our Assistive Technology Specialist today!
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Education Specialist - Special Education
361-573-0731 Ext. 329
Virtual Office Hours
M,W,F 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
T, TH 9:00 am-10:00 pm
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Education Specialist- Special Education
361-573-0731 Ext.235
Virtual Office Hours
M,W,F 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
T, TH 9:00 am-10:00 pm
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The National Center on Accessible Educational Material has been around for awhile. During this time of COVID-19, they have hosted a series of webinars focusing on tools and resources to support the transition to remote learning. You can watch the recordings and access supporting resources (slides and handouts) by visiting
Supporting Accessibility in Distance Education
: Practices for Teachers. Additional webinars will be announced soon, with information on how to register available on the AEM Events page. Check all they have to offer in the realm of accessible educational material.
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Stay on top of your district’s state funding
during COVID-19!
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According to TEA guidance, they will take the average daily attendance (ADA) as calculated through the end of the fourth six weeks, and then adjust the resulting ADA to account for historical differences in rates of attendance from the first four six-week periods and the last two six-week periods. Now is the time to review your current year budget! Contact Maggie to assist with completing your district’s Summary of Finance template.
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Texas Gateway
has a wealth of vetted professional development courses, lessons, and resources geared towards the needs of teachers, administrators, para-professionals and parents. A user login is free and is needed to access Texas Gateway resources. A Texas Gateway tutorial can be found
here
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The Region 3 Print Shop is open! Just email your request and let us help you! Deliveries made directly to your district.
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