Digital Implementations
From Video Conferencing to Makerspace to BYOD
Diana L. RendinaMedia SpecialistStewart Middle MagnetRenovatedLearning.com
Stewart Middle Magnet School
• STEM magnet school since 2000
• Emphasis on aerospace and aviation
• 11 computer labs, plus computers in classrooms
• Many classrooms equipped with smart projectors
• Consistently an “A” or “B” school
Technology in a STEM Magnet School
• Connecting students to STEM experts
• Providing students with tools to prepare them for STEM careers
• Makerspace technology
• Connecting our students with social media
• BYOD initiative
Video conferencing to connect with the world
Designing video games with GameMaker
Learning real-world skills withAutoCAD
Flight Simulator
Moving forward
• Technology in the library
• Connecting students globally through social media
• BYOD initiative
Technology in our Makerspace
Electronic circuits
Coding
Robots & devices
Social Media
Connecting through Google Hangouts
Starting a BYOD initiative
Getting student input
BYOD Action Steps
• Survey students on device use
• Offer PD opportunities for teachers on bringing devices into instruction
• Digital Citizenship lessons/contract for students
• Library as a “model classroom” to demonstrate instructional device use
Makerspace Tech on Pinterest
http://tinyurl.com/makertechpinterest
Slides will be on RenovatedLearning.com
