NORT2H Presents: Technology ToolboxGot Videoconferencing, now what?

Introduction to IVC and the many themes to enhance student learning

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Educational Consultant

Northern Ohio Research

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IVC Terminology for 500 please

IP – A series of numbers assigned to your IVC system’s computerInternal IP – A local number within you network usually starts with 10.Public IP – A unique number to the internet that allows any system to

reach your system.

Bridge or MCU – A switch that can connect multiple IVC systems together into one conference

H.323 – The protocol used to compress and manage video and audio packets over the internet

Firewall – A safety barrier between your network and the outside world. IVC units need to have H.323 ports open to

receive connections. Blue Screens (common issues with firewalls. Video does not pass either direction).

Nuts and Bolts

Codec + Video + Network = Videoconference

Remote Controls

Must finds – 1) Mute 2) Volume 3) Camera Control 4) Hang upGood Finds – 1) Zoom 2) Presets 3) Home 4) Content 5) Far end control

Who do I connect to??

• Content Providers:

IVC ThemesMuseums, organizations that have created lessons that are taught to your students. Many providers send materials with pre and post lesson activities. Sessions range from 30mins to 2 hours with cost ranging from FREE to $300. Average cost is $120.00 for a 50min session.

Columbus Zoo, Ohio Center Of Puppetry Arts Reef HQ, Australia Atlanta, Georgia

I can connect anywhere over IVC!

Where do I find this stuff!

Finding programs is so easy with some help

www.CILC.org

www.twice.cc

www.LCDLC.org

www.OhioDL.org

Who do I connect to??

• Professional Development:

IVC ThemesEducational Service Centers, High Education Institutions, Hospitals, Museums providing teachers training on Technology Applications, Curricular Topics, Health and Safety or program opportunities. Sessions can be presentations or workshops and range from 1-4 hours at various price ranges.

Professional Development without leaving my building

CILC PD Market Place

There is more than just NORT2H?? Look at all of these opportunities

Who do I connect to??

• Classroom to Classroom Collaborations:

IVC ThemesClassrooms connecting to classrooms to share lessons, give presentations, share projects or just say hello. Classroom connections are free and vary in structure.

The possibilities are endless

Types of collaborations

Kids teaching kids, now that sounds fun and a great learning experience…

Where do I find a Partner?

CILC Collaboration Centerhttp://projects.twice.cc

www.janetcollaborate.ac.uk http://vcalberta.ca

Who do I connect to??

• Career Programs:

IVC ThemesGuest speakers from local communities talking about their profession to students from multiple locations. Career programs range from STEM to Skilled labored positions and are geared toward Middle & High School students.

The global economy can come to your classroom

Career program Providers

WVIZ PBS - NOTA SOITA Consortium

Vanderbilt Virtual SchoolLCDLC & NORT2H

Who do I connect to??

• Virtual Classes:

IVC ThemesFull courses offered over videoconference. Classes can be offered by a teacher in a remote classroom, a shared classroom with students onsite and offsite, or a shared remote teacher with multiple virtual classes.

Expand your course offerings through IVC

Who do I connect to??

• Special Events:

IVC ThemesA one time event that is only offered at specific dates and times by a content provider, consortium and school. These sessions are usually guest speakers, or holiday events. Many of these events are free but others use multiple sites to generate revenue to cover the cost of the speaker.

Sharing and receiving special programs. What a great idea!

Some of our favorites

IVC News

http://www.pageflakes.com/LCDLC.Ohio/12258169/

Let’s make a game plan