Instructional Technology

MANAGER

Mary Lynn Collins-Callanan
mcollins@lhric.org
T: (914) 922-3405

The Instructional Technology department at LHRIC aspires to build a community of educational professionals through the exchange of ideas and to leverage creative and innovative use of technology in a global collaborative environment for the advancement of all learners.

We provide professional development for teachers and administrators that is differentiated for each learner, each classroom, each school, and district.  We aim to spark the innovation, creativity, reflection and enthusiasm for teaching and learning that brought them into education in the first pace.

Our approach to the professional development design ensures that experiences are scalable, replicable, relevant, and the experiences are fun!  We offer job embedded cohorts, online courses, workshops, webinars, professional learning communities, peer to peer sessions, on demand coaching, vendor run sessions,  and everything in between.

Our ultimate goal is to make sure each adult learner has the skills and requisite knowledge to effectively amp up their practice through the integration of technology resources.

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Virtual/ Online event

    Provided by NYSCATE: Respons-Able Educator Certification

    Winter New York Educator Cohort . The program is asynchronous self-paced online learning in combination with two (2) synchronous online cohort gatherings. The Respons-Able Educator Certification (REC) is a whole new way to help teachers embed and implement digital citizenship elements in their classroom. Based on tens of thousands of hours teaching digital citizenship to students, this professional learning helps teachers build skills in not only their students, but themselves. The REC program addresses digital citizenship holistically, covering topics such as media literacy, communication, the digital economy and more. It has downloadables, lesson plans, videos and other guides that teachers can use long after they finish the program. With 10 self-study asynchronous modules, teachers who complete REC can earn be school digital leaders, changing the culture and education around digital citizenship. 15 CTLE credits available from completing this course

    Register Here

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  • Virtual/ Online event

    Technology and Differentiation: A Match Made in Cyberspace (Online, Self Paced)

    Tailoring instruction to meet the diverse learners in a classroom is challenging and time consuming, but can yield results for students that are life altering and empowering. Finding the right mix of tools, strategies and resources will help teachers attain the goal of meeting the needs of the students in the classroom. Technology has done much to assist in this somewhat daunting task. In this course, participants will review the principles of differentiation, explore data-gathering tools to assess students' entry points to learning, explore instructional models and technology tools that foster differentiated instruction, build a lesson that incorporates the learning gleaned from the course, and receive peer feedback on the product developed.


    NOTE: This course is 100% online and will take approximately 6 hours to complete. This course begins on March 4, 2024, and participants have until March 25 to complete all required assignments and activities to receive CTLE credit.

    LHRIC Model Schools utilizes the Schoology Learning Management System. Upon registration, you will receive a welcome message from your instructor with information on how your course works, what you can expect, how to get help along the way, and steps you need to take to enroll.

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  • Virtual/ Online event

    Provided by NYSCATE: Navigating the intersection of AI and ELA

    This workshop is tailored specifically for English Language Arts (ELA) teachers (all grade levels) and focuses on the integration of AI to transform writing assignments while addressing concerns and fears of cheating.

     

    This course explores the intersection of AI and writing, gaining insights into how AI can enhance the writing process and learn how students can use AI as a thought partner for parts of the writing process, which will promote critical thinking, creativity, and engagement while ensuring academic integrity. Through practical examples and hands-on activities, educators will discover how AI can augment their grading practices and reassess traditional assessment processes.

    This is a virtual workshop, a zoom link will be provided with registration confirmation.

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  • Virtual/ Online event

    Nurturing Academic Integrity in the Age of AI (Online, Self Paced)

    AI technology has brought forth transformative possibilities for teaching and learning. However, along with its benefits, AI also presents new challenges in maintaining academic integrity. This workshop is designed to equip educators with the ability to integrate AI strategies and tools while nurturing the fundamentals of authenticity, ethics, and originality.


    NOTE: This course is 100% online and will take approximately 6 hours to complete. This course begins on March 25, 2024, and participants have until June 15 to complete all required assignments and activities to receive CTLE credit.

    LHRIC Model Schools utilizes the Schoology Learning Management System. Upon registration, you will receive a welcome message from your instructor with information on how your course works, what you can expect, how to get help along the way, and steps you need to take to enroll.

    Register Here

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  • Virtual/ Online event

    Kami 101

    This is a Kami 101 course as well as a fantastic refresher course, if you are already familiar with Kami. Kami is a program that provides editable and designable PDFs. Our vendor spotlight will take you on a journey of learning beyond just using Kami for editing and annotating. From the tools, to ways you can use Kami for accessibility, this session will provide new and innovative features that will ignite your classroom. Registrants will receive a Zoom meeting invite prior to the session. This webinar will cover: How to facilitate and share a collaborative activity with your students How to upload a file into Kami via Drive, OneDrive and your Computer Annotation Bank & Annotation Summary How to "Spotlight" students annotations How to recognize who is collaborating in your document Google Classroom Integration Split and Merge Kami Grade by Page feature (exclusive to Google Classroom) Feature Controls (For collaborative copies and individual copies) Accessibility features (Comments, Read Aloud, Text Box) Add Media Tool (YouTube, Google Image Search) Kami Library Website Shortcuts (kami.app / kami.new) Registrants will receive a Zoom link invite prior to the session.

    Register Here

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  • Virtual/ Online event

    BrainPOP Refresh!- Software Spotlight

    BrainPOP offers curriculum based animated movies, learning games, interactive quizzes, primary source activities, and a breadth of additional resources for students in grades 3+. Its topics span Science, Social Studies, English, Math, Engineering & Tech, Health, and Arts & Music. In this webinar we will look into the breadth of activities including: Make-a-Map, a concept mapping tool; , Creative Coding, Make-A-Movie, incorporate gaming into instruction, and provide feedback on learning artifacts. Registrants will receive a Zoom invite prior to the session.

    Register Here

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Virtual/ Online event

    Nurturing the Future Coders (Webinar Series)

    Join us for a three-part webinar series designed specifically for elementary educators seeking to enhance their instructional practices. This course aims to empower teachers with practical strategies for seamlessly integrating computational thinking into their daily lessons. Emphasizing simplicity, participants will be introduced to straightforward solutions that require no prior coding experience. Through engaging demonstrations, both plugged (using technology) and unplugged (offline) exercises will be showcased and shared, providing educators with valuable tools to enrich their teaching methods. Don't miss this opportunity to explore innovative ways to incorporate computational thinking into your K-12 classroom!

    Registered participants will receive Zoom connection information prior to session start.

    Register Here

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Virtual/ Online event

    Software Spotlight: IXL

    IXL is a program that focuses on personalized learning for students. This session will cover a multitude of features and uses for anyone curious about or new to IXL. By using continuous diagnostics or "Smart Score", students can track their own progress in core content areas (Mathematics and ELA). This session starts with a brief overview of IXL functionality, followed by an exploration of the Continuous Diagnostic feature. We'll explore ways to use the Real Time Center, displaying exactly what the students are working on at the moment and if they need assistance. We will also review the SmartScore (an algorithm-based assessment tool), and provide tips on what to look at as students practice. Registrants will receive a Zoom link invite prior to the session.

    Register Here

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Virtual/ Online event

    Kami 101

    This is a Kami 101 course as well as a fantastic refresher course, if you are already familiar with Kami. Kami is a program that provides editable and designable PDFs. Our vendor spotlight will take you on a journey of learning beyond just using Kami for editing and annotating. From the tools, to ways you can use Kami for accessibility, this session will provide new and innovative features that will ignite your classroom. Registrants will receive a Zoom meeting invite prior to the session. This webinar will cover: How to facilitate and share a collaborative activity with your students How to upload a file into Kami via Drive, OneDrive and your Computer Annotation Bank & Annotation Summary How to "Spotlight" students annotations How to recognize who is collaborating in your document Google Classroom Integration Split and Merge Kami Grade by Page feature (exclusive to Google Classroom) Feature Controls (For collaborative copies and individual copies) Accessibility features (Comments, Read Aloud, Text Box) Add Media Tool (YouTube, Google Image Search) Kami Library Website Shortcuts (kami.app / kami.new) Registrants will receive a Zoom link invite prior to the session. 

    Register Here

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Virtual/ Online event

    BrainPOP Refresh!- Software Spotlight

    BrainPOP offers curriculum based animated movies, learning games, interactive quizzes, primary source activities, and a breadth of additional resources for students in grades 3+. Its topics span Science, Social Studies, English, Math, Engineering & Tech, Health, and Arts & Music. In this webinar we will look into the breadth of activities including: Make-a-Map, a concept mapping tool; , Creative Coding, Make-A-Movie, incorporate gaming into instruction, and provide feedback on learning artifacts. Registrants will receive a Zoom invite prior to the session.

    Register Here

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Virtual/ Online event

    Nurturing the Future Coders (Webinar Series #2)

    Join us for a three-part webinar series designed specifically for elementary educators seeking to enhance their instructional practices. This course aims to empower teachers with practical strategies for seamlessly integrating computational thinking into their daily lessons. Emphasizing simplicity, participants will be introduced to straightforward solutions that require no prior coding experience. Through engaging demonstrations, both plugged (using technology) and unplugged (offline) exercises will be showcased and shared, providing educators with valuable tools to enrich their teaching methods. Don't miss this opportunity to explore innovative ways to incorporate computational thinking into your K-12 classroom!

    Registered participants will receive Zoom connection information prior to session start.

    Register Here

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Edith Macy Conference Center 550 Chappaqua Road Briarcliff Manor, NY 10510

    [LHRIC TLI ] TELL AWARDS 2024

    The LHRIC Technology Leadership Institute is designed to provide participants with various opportunities to engage in discussion with experts and vendors around topics that are timely and relevant.
    This exciting annual award celebration give us an opportunity to celebrate and learn from educators and leaders from across the region who have been actively Transforming Education through Leading and Learning (TELL). Awardees apply for, or are nominated by their peers for their outstanding accomplishments in innovation, and are recognized by LHRIC leadership through a selection and review process. Participants will benefit from hearing directly from each awardee (Outstanding Innovative Teacher and Outstanding Innovative Leader). We are planning a dinner event this year.

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  • Virtual/ Online event

    Discerning Fact from Fiction: Fostering Students' Critical Thinking Skills to Detect Deep Fakes

    In an era where reality and technology are becoming increasingly intertwined, the ability to discern fact from fiction has become a critical skill. This webinar is designed to empower educators with the knowledge and tools necessary to teach students how to recognize and analyze deep fakes. Participants will be able to guide their students through the complexities of a digital landscape where truth can be manipulated.

    Registered participants will receive webinar instructions prior to session start.

    Register Here

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  • 450 Mamaroneck Ave, Harrison, NY 10528

    Fine-Tuning Technology Integration for Tomorrow's Classroom (In Person)

    Join us for a full-day professional development course designed exclusively for K-12 educators seeking to enhance their implementation of the new Computer Science and Digital Fluency standards without the need for a complete curriculum overhaul. This course aims to equip educators with essential tools and innovative ideas to successfully kick-start their journey towards seamless tech integration in the classroom.

    Throughout the day, participants will engage in hands-on activities, collaborative discussions, and practical demonstrations that focus on fine-tuning strategies for incorporating tomorrow's technology into today's lessons. Our expert facilitators will guide you through the process of adapting your existing curriculum to align with the latest standards, providing you with the skills needed to make impactful changes without starting from scratch.

    Register Here

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  • Virtual/ Online event

    Vendor Spotlight: Skill Struck

    Join us for an overview of the latest and greatest with Skill Struck! We will walk through updates to the Skill Struck platform including new AI tools and resources, an overview of our Computer Science resources, and more. Towards the end of the session, all participants can create their own demo account and explore Skill Struck's in-depth resources. Registrants will receive a Zoom link prior to the session.

    Register Here

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  • Virtual/ Online event

    [Learning First, Technology Second 23-24] Meetup # 6

    We are a professional community of leaders and learners representing districts in Westchester, Putnam and Rockland Counties. We are driven by instructional excellence, inspired by technology, and committed to collaborative practices.
    Meetup Format:

    • Welcome/Intro
    • Warmup/Scenario Challenge
    • Open Share: Best Practices and Success Stories
    • Featured Topic/Presentation
    • Q and A/ Open Discussion
    • Resource Sharing and Closing
      Registered participants will receive webinar instructions prior to session start.

    Register Here

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Virtual/ Online event

    Software Spotlight: IXL

    IXL is a program that focuses on personalized learning for students. This session will cover a multitude of features and uses for anyone curious about or new to IXL. By using continuous diagnostics or "Smart Score", students can track their own progress in core content areas (Mathematics and ELA). This session starts with a brief overview of IXL functionality, followed by an exploration of the Continuous Diagnostic feature. We'll explore ways to use the Real Time Center, displaying exactly what the students are working on at the moment and if they need assistance. We will also review the SmartScore (an algorithm-based assessment tool), and provide tips on what to look at as students practice. Registrants will receive a Zoom link invite prior to the session.

    Register Here

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Virtual/ Online event

    Kami 101

    This is a Kami 101 course as well as a fantastic refresher course, if you are already familiar with Kami. Kami is a program that provides editable and designable PDFs. Our vendor spotlight will take you on a journey of learning beyond just using Kami for editing and annotating. From the tools, to ways you can use Kami for accessibility, this session will provide new and innovative features that will ignite your classroom. Registrants will receive a Zoom meeting invite prior to the session. This webinar will cover: How to facilitate and share a collaborative activity with your students How to upload a file into Kami via Drive, OneDrive and your Computer Annotation Bank & Annotation Summary How to "Spotlight" students annotations How to recognize who is collaborating in your document Google Classroom Integration Split and Merge Kami Grade by Page feature (exclusive to Google Classroom) Feature Controls (For collaborative copies and individual copies) Accessibility features (Comments, Read Aloud, Text Box) Add Media Tool (YouTube, Google Image Search) Kami Library Website Shortcuts (kami.app / kami.new) Registrants will receive a Zoom link invite prior to the session.

    Register Here

     

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • Virtual/ Online event

    BrainPOP Refresh!- Software Spotligh

    BrainPOP offers curriculum based animated movies, learning games, interactive quizzes, primary source activities, and a breadth of additional resources for students in grades 3+. Its topics span Science, Social Studies, English, Math, Engineering & Tech, Health, and Arts & Music. In this webinar we will look into the breadth of activities including: Make-a-Map, a concept mapping tool; , Creative Coding, Make-A-Movie, incorporate gaming into instruction, and provide feedback on learning artifacts. Registrants will receive a Zoom invite prior to the session.

    Register Here

    LHRIC Instructional Technology
  • 450 Mamaroneck Avenue Harrison, NY 10528

    Digital Citizenship: Developing Digital Leaders Using Common Sense Education

    This session is designed to help educators build a unique classroom culture that promotes the positive use of technology. We will explore simple strategies that address digital literacy and the social and emotional impacts of technology. You will also be provided with valuable resources to support both family and community members.

    During this session, you will:

    *Complete a comprehensive hands-on tour of the Common Sense Media Education© portfolio.

    *Map out a detailed path to digital literacy for your classroom.

    *Begin your journey to become a Common Sense Educator.

    Register Here

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