GOEdTech  Network

Technology and Learning

⚙️ Highly Effective Teaching & Leading 💻 Virtual 🆓 Free

  • Date: Wednesday, May 8, 2024

  • Time: 1 – 1:45 PM

  • Virtual: A recording of the session will be distributed to those who register.

  • Intended Audience: Instructional Technology Specialist, Instructional Coaches, Tech Directors, Anyone who provides instructional support around the use of technology

  • Registration Fee: Free and open to GOCSD Members and Nonmembers

About this Network

Do you support teachers in the use of technology for instruction? If so, we invite you to participate in our network designed to bring together like-minded educators such as yourself!

This network provides you with the unique opportunity to collaborate and learn from fellow educational technologies specialists across various school districts. Share insights, strategies, and best practices that have proven successful in your district and discover new perspectives from professionals who understand exactly what you do.

Don't miss out on this chance to expand your network, learn from the best, and make a real impact in your district's use of technology for instruction.

Why Participate?

Customized Agenda for Your Needs: This event is all about catering to your interests and professional growth. We encourage you to add to our collaborative agenda, which will be shared with you after registering. This way, we can ensure that the topics discussed are exactly what you need to enhance your skills and address the challenges specific to your role.

Expert Facilitator: Our networking sessions are facilitated by a regional expert in educational technology. Her expertise will guide the discussions, making the event engaging, informative, and incredibly valuable.

Regular Gatherings for Continuous Growth: We understand the importance of ongoing support and learning in the ever-changing educational landscape. That's why this network will meet virtually, during the school year, every other month. By meeting regularly, you'll establish strong connections with fellow educators, enabling continuous growth and fostering a supportive community.

Facilitators

Sarah Knight

Sarah Knight
Instructional Technology Specialist
Nixa Public Schools

Sarah began her career as an elementary teacher and quickly became very interested in the ever evolving technology that was available to support instruction and learning. That interest led her to specialize in technology and get a Masters in Instructional Technology. She then professionally transitioned to Nixa Public Schools’ Technology Department as the Technology Integration Specialist for the district. Sarah has worked in instructional technology for the last ten years and has had a front seat to its impact on education. She serves as the Canvas administrator for Nixa Public Schools.

GOLearn Professional Learning Framework

GOLearn

Our GOLearn PL Framework provides an overview of the learning experiences we offer. This systems approach supports continuous improvement and allows members to identify the offerings that meet their needs, providing a personalized experience. It includes three strands: Systems Thinking, Safe and Collaborative Culture, and Highly Effective Teaching and Leading.

We use the Learning Forward Standards for Professional Learning when designing our experiences to ensure that we provide professional learning that leads to high-quality leading, teaching, and learning for students and educators.

Review our GOLearn Framework to identify sessions that meet your needs, see what sessions are currently open for registration on our PL Events webpage, and access the content in our on-demand catalog to start learning now.