Educational Technology

Time is almost up! Act now! The deadline to register for the upcoming FUSD Educational Technology Conference is closing in! Our Mardi Gras-themed event promises to be both educational and fun, offering you the chance to enhance your teaching skills with the latest digital tools and innovative strategies.

🗓️ Registration Deadline: January 19, 2025
🏫 Event Location and Date: McLane High School, February 22, 2025

Bonuses:

All attendees will receive a commemorative T-shirt (shown below), breakfast and lunch, swag, and a chance to win raffle prizes! 🤩

Click here to visit the conference site an get registered: EdTech Conference - Fresno Unified School District

We look forward to seeing you there!

 

Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant Mardi Gras-themed event that promises to be both educational and fun! 🥳 The FUSD Educational Technology Conference is your chance to enhance your teaching skills with the latest digital tools and innovative strategies.

🗓️ Registration Deadline: January 19, 2025
👥 Attendance Limit: 250 participants

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join fellow educators in exploring new ways to enrich instruction and learning. Spaces will fill up fast, so be sure to register soon to secure your spot!

This conference is optional and not compensated. All FUSD teachers are invited to attend.

Click here to Register Now!

We can't wait to see you there! 🎉📚✨

We are excited to announce the addition of the Clipchamp video editor to our Microsoft 365 for Education subscription! You may have used the Windows 10 video editor before and noticed that it has been retired by Microsoft. If you have been looking for an alternative to the Windows Video Editor, look no further. You will find Clipchamp at our Microsoft 365 portal on the web and you can even download a desktop version. 

Not only is Clipchamp user-friendly, but it also integrates with OneDrive and Stream. Use Clipchamp to create stunning videos with images, screen recordings, video clips, text callouts, transitions, background music, visual effects, captions, and more!

Why use video in your work? Video is a powerful communication tool. It creates immediate, real, and authentic connections. Now more than ever, we find ourselves immersed in a world full of video: to communicate, share, watch, and inspire.  

Why have students use video? Build your students' multimedia skills, as outlined in our Technology Scope and Sequence, and give them a creative opportunity to demonstrate understanding of content standards in an engaging format.

Want to learn how to use Clipchamp through an easy-to-follow, succinct video tutorial? No worries - The EdTech Evangelist himself just created a support page and a lovely video tutorial embedded below. 

Screen Recording is a term used to describe the act of rec​ording your computer screen and voice narration to create a video. This is great for creating instructional videos with presentations and websites. You can also make computer how-to tutorials, something I enjoy doing on a regular basis. Your screen recordings can be used to provide on-demand learning for your audience and help eliminate having to answer the same questions over and over again. 

I am thrilled to share that you can now screen record using the Windows Snipping Tool, which we have been using for years to grab screenshots on our computers. That's right, the new version now has a record button that allows you to capture video of your entire screen or a portion of your screen. Wondering how to use it? No worries - We found a great tutorial to show you the way.

Also, this update can only be obtained on Windows 11. So, if you are still using Windows 10, feel free to update your computer to Windows 11. Click here for instructions.

To learn more about screen recording, visit our support page here.

One of our favorite apps in Microsoft 365 just went through a complete makeover! The new look of Microsoft Forms includes changes to both the forms "Design" and "Responses" views. Some notable updates include the following:

• Quick Start Question Selector
• Integrated Templates
• Updated Styles
• Responses Review New Layout

Want to see the new look and feel of Microsoft Forms and learn how they work? No worries - We got you covered. Check out the video below created by Microsoft's own Mike Tholfsen. 🤓

 

Microsoft Teams is rolling out a significant calendar update, bringing new functionalities and a refreshed user experience. Here’s a quick overview of what to expect:

Enhanced Scheduling and Meeting Creation

The update makes scheduling and managing meetings more intuitive with enhanced tools and quick access filters, allowing for a more personalized experience.

Integration with Outlook Components

The calendar UI will now align more closely with Outlook, providing a seamless experience across Microsoft’s productivity tools.

Improved Multitasking

Users can handle multiple tasks within the calendar more efficiently, reducing the need to switch between different applications.

Personalized Settings

Access a range of settings to customize your calendar view and functionalities according to your preferences.

Rollout

The new calendar experience will begin rolling out to Teams for all staff and students beginning in October, 2024.

Tutorial

Want more detail on how the new calendar update works? Check out the video below from The EdTech Evangelist himself...

 

 

Microsoft's Speaker Progress tool is now integrated into Class Teams Assignments. This feature allows students to practice public speaking and obtain immediate feedback on their delivery. Educators can track and manage student progress over time, as Teams Insights presents the data in an easy to analyze dashboard. Speaker Progress will measure pace, word variety, inclusive language, and more.

Key Benefits:

1. Enhanced Engagement: Ensures all students participate actively.
2. Real-Time Feedback: Allows immediate feedback to encourage balanced participation.
3. Data-Driven Insights: Helps analyze participation trends for better teaching strategies.
4. Improved Classroom Management: Facilitates effective management of classroom dynamics.

How to Use:

1. Set Up: Enable Speaker Progress when creating an assignment.
2. Monitor Participation: Track real-time data during sessions.
3. Provide Feedback: Offer targeted feedback based on participation data.
4. Analyze Data: Review data post-session to identify trends.

Speaker Progress is a powerful tool for building public speaking skills. Want to learn how it works in more detail? I thought you might ask. Watch the video below from Microsoft's own Mike Tholfsen to see it in action.

 

The CIPL and IT departments are excited to announce the release of our newly updated Student Technology Scope and Sequence! FUSD first adopted a Technology Scope and Sequence back in 2014, so it was surely time for a revision, including new technology skills that align to current trends today. However, many of the existing skills remain, as they continue to address the skills embedded within our Common Core State Standards. By integrating these skills into our curriculum and student tasks, we empower our students to become proficient in using technology, fostering critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities. These competencies are crucial for their academic achievements and future college/career opportunities. 

New Features 

The new scope and sequence includes several new features to support our educators: 

• Grades TK-12: TK skills are now included!
• Linked Resources: Links to tutorials, guides, and other resources are now embedded in the documents! 
• Grade Band Organization: The skills are now organized by grade bands TK-2, 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12.

 To access the new documents and learn more, click here