For Administrators

Frame Use of Technology in Schools

March 11, 2011

The Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) recently released Acceptable Use Policies in a Web 2.0 & Mobile Era: A Guide for School Districts aimed at assisting district leaders (superintendents, principals, chief technology/information officers and curriculum directors) in developing, rethinking or revising Internet policies to address the growing use of mobile devices and Web 2.0. The CoSN policy guide addresses the following questions: (1) How does policy differ from procedure, and does the difference matter? (2) What are the two major approaches used to develop district AUPs? (3) Is the district’s AUP a part of or the totality of the district’s technology policy? (4) What…

The Best School Administrator Blogs

January 31, 2011

Edublog holds an annual contest to find the best in blogging around the globe. Here are the winners and nominees for 2010. See how other administrators are using blogging…how could you use a blog? Ask your Learning Technologies Coach for help getting started! BISD Blogs are available to administrators as well as teachers. Best School Administrator Edublog 2010 The winners of the Best School Administrator Edublog 2010…. Winner: Darcy Moore’s Blog First Runner Up: A Principal’s Reflections Second Runner Up: The Principal of Change Congratulations to all winners. Most nominated blogs were: The Principal of Change- 13 nominations Connected Principals…

Learn About the Latest Educational Issues

January 28, 2011

edWeb.net, a professional social network for the education community, now brings youEducation Talk Radio—interviews with innovative educators and industry leaders from all walks of education. Hosted by Larry Jacobs, Education Talk Radio takes you behind the scenes to hear about what’s happening inside American’s schools and colleges—and the latest issues, challenges and opportunities facing educators and administrators. Click Here to Join edWeb Community Click Here to Tune in to edWeb Education Talk Radio This information is provided as a courtesy for BISD teachers and inclusion here does not indicate an endorsement by the district. It is important to thoroughly evaluate…

Inside Leadership: A Toolkit for New and Aspiring Principals

January 10, 2011

Inside Leadership: A Toolkit for New and Aspiring Principals is a professional development program from Thirteen Ed Online. Using video vignettes of educators enrolled in a principal preparation program, Inside Leadership blends theory and practice to address some of the key issues facing school leaders as it examines what it takes to be an effective and successful school leader. Suits: K–12 administrators, coordinators, coaches Costs: Free; a companion DVD can be purchased for $35 Locations & Dates: Online, anywhere; anytime Web: http://www.thirteen.org/edonline/leadership/ This information is provided as a courtesy for BISD teachers and inclusion here does not indicate an endorsement by…

Critical Issues in School Reform

January 4, 2011

See how schools and communities are turning talk about school reform into action by adapting, implementing, or even inventing tools to make real improvements in student achievement. This workshop takes you to eight places around the country where teachers, parents, administrators, civic leaders, and others are collaborating on new practices in public engagement and professional development. Produced by the Annenberg Institute for School Reform. 1999. A video workshop for K-12 teachers, administrators, and parents; 8 video programs (from 30 to 45 minutes in length), workshop guide, and Web site. Web: http://learner.org/resources/series109.html This information is provided as a courtesy for BISD…

Case Studies in Science Education

January 4, 2011

These case studies take science education reform to a personal level, where individuals struggle to make changes that matter. Follow Donna, Mike, Audrey, and other science teachers as they work to improve one aspect of their teaching. Each case follows a single teacher over the course of a year and is divided into three modules: the teacher’s background and the problem he or she chooses to address, the chosen approach and implementation, and the outcome with assessment by the teacher and his or her advisor. Produced by the Smithsonian Institution Astrophysical Observatory in association with the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics.…

Explore Crisis Communication Tools

November 8, 2010

Everything from natural disasters and catastrophic events to traffic jams and school closings have rendered mass notification systems vital for our health and safety. CDW-G’s Mass Notification Toolkit can help you streamline crisis communication by minimizing uncertainties and preventing missteps as you plan, implement and improve your sharing of best practices, strategies and resources for establishing the most effective communication program for your school or district. Click Here for More Information This information is provided as a courtesy for BISD teachers and inclusion here does not indicate an endorsement by the district. It is important to thoroughly evaluate a website before using it…

Find Your State’s Stimulus Funding and Allocations

November 8, 2010

Find Your State’s Stimulus Funding and Allocations Learning Point Associates’ Education Recovery and Reinvestment Center offers the most current information available on recovery funds and resources related to issues arising from the passage of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA), including a helpful side-by-side guide to the education funds available to your state or locality and its reporting requirements. The site will be updated twice a week with new materials. Use the Ask Learning Point Associates section to send your questions and ideas. Click Here to Visit Web Site This information is provided as a courtesy for BISD teachers and inclusion here does not indicate an endorsement by the district.…