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Technology and Learning in District 146
District 146
is committed to the creation of digital classrooms for our
digital students. One of the main elements in making this
vision real and easily accessible for all learners is the fact
that all buildings in district 146 are wireless. Wireless
technology breaks down the walls of the classroom and allows
for anytime, anywhere learning. In addition to being
wireless, our digital classrooms contain a projector, a
tablet, laptops, an ELMO, a digital still camera, a digital
video camera, and the software necessary for students, born
into the digital age, to learn and share their learning
through the digital projects they create. The district is
working towards the ultimate goal of making all classrooms in
the district digital classrooms in the very near future.
The district
also employs two instructional technology specialists who plan
with teachers on a daily basis and provide on-going,
just-in-time staff development as they work with teachers to
implement the technology-enriched plans that have been
developed. District 146 focuses upon student learning- “what
will students be doing?” as we create professional development
opportunities. These workshops and seminars keep the focus of
our curriculum maps in the forefront so that learning is
meaningful, timely and rich in opportunities.
We are
fortunate to host a community technology forum every February
where our parents and community members help stretch our
thinking so that we provide the very best digital learning
atmosphere for our learners.
We are proud
of our students’ use of technology and our commitment to
engaging opportunities for all learners in District 146.
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