Category Archives: student tech support

A new blog in town – 1:1 Schools

Posted on January 6, 2010 by Sylvia Martinez

There’s a new blog in town about 1:1 schools, aptly named the 1:1 Schools blog. Scott McLeod of Iowa State University is the organizer of a group of authors who blog about issues, resources, and the special needs of 1:1 … Continue reading →

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Programming – not just for nerds

Posted on December 21, 2009 by Sylvia Martinez

Today, introductory courses in computer science are too often focused merely on teaching students to use software like word processing and spreadsheet programs, said Janice C. Cuny, a program director at the National Science Foundation. The Advanced Placement curriculum, she … Continue reading →

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Free Back to School Resource for Laptop Schools

Posted on August 27, 2009 by Sylvia Martinez

It’s back to school time again in the US! Time for fresh new school supplies, backpacks, or maybe some new laptops? Student Support of Laptop Programs – new laptops? old laptops? Are you getting the benefit of making students allies … Continue reading →

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Movie by GenYES Students a Shining Moment for SCSD

Posted on May 13, 2009 by Sylvia Martinez

From Which Path Will You Take? « Socorro Tech News blog about the Socorro Consolidated Schools participation in Innovate-Educate New Mexico conference in Albuquerque a few weeks ago. Three GenYES students created a movie that was a conference highlight. This … Continue reading →

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Free ebook – Engaging the Whole Child

Posted on April 15, 2009 by Sylvia Martinez

I was very pleased to find out that Working with Tech Savvy Kids was selected for inclusion in a new ASCD ebook entitled Engaging the Whole Child, the first in a series of Whole Child ebooks. Educating the Whole Child ebook – free download link (valid April 15 – May 6, 2009) Continue reading →

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Successful, sustainable strategies for technology integration and tech support in a tough economy

Posted on April 1, 2009 by Sylvia Martinez

This weekend I’ll be in San Diego as an invited speaker at the National School Board Association (NSBA) conference. I’m not sure I realized how relevant it would be when I proposed Successful, Sustainable Strategies for Technology Integration and Tech … Continue reading →

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Student Support of Laptop Programs

Posted on March 26, 2009 by Sylvia Martinez

I’m happy to announce a new resource for laptop schools – or schools planning a laptop implementation. Student Support of Laptop Programs (PDF) covers all aspects of creating a highly effective student support team for your laptop program. Research, planning … Continue reading →

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Magazines for the (technology) classroom bookshelf

Posted on February 19, 2009 by Sylvia Martinez

Some of the best resources for a technology-using classroom are not found online! Technology projects need support and ideas from outside sources, and books and magazines can be terrific for that. Plus they come in a convenient format that is … Continue reading →

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GenYES students featured in the Walla Walla Union-Bulletin

Posted on December 26, 2008 by Sylvia Martinez

We were excited to see this article about one of our new GenYES schools in Waitsburg, Washington. This is real evidence of student engagement and the value of including students in the learning community. By trusting students to be involved … Continue reading →

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Back to New York and NYSCATE

Posted on November 19, 2008 by Sylvia Martinez

Well, it seems like I just got home from the east coast, and I’m off again! This time I’m headed for the New York State education technology conference NYSCATE in Rochester, NY November 23-25, 2008. I’m looking forward to seeing … Continue reading →

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