This course is an interactive training, not a webinar.  Participants are asked to use both audio and video during the course of the training so others can see and interact with them. Training will provide 2 hours of Fundamental Course of Study (FCS) required for all K-12 instructional paraeducators as part of the legislative funding for HB 1115 and SB 6388.

Session will include a brief overview of the certification and training requirements.

• Describe basic technology available in schools and classrooms for instructional support   

• Describe basic use of productivity software (i.e., MobyMax , Skyward, IEP online), curriculum specific software, and internet resources 

• Describe basic functions in Windows/Mac platforms (e.g., creating, saving, printing documents) 

• Demonstrate basic use of software programs to send/check email, organize schedules on a calendar, complete internet searches to assist students during projects/assignments

• Demonstrate basic use of specialized technology tools in classrooms – Example: iPads for supplemental reading and math, Chromebooks & Surfaces for student access to the internet

Participants will need both two-way audio and video capabilities via Zoom to be able to participate in the course. Participants will be asked to enable both audio and video to engage in this workshop.

Registration will open statewide (beyond NEWESD 101) 2 weeks prior to event.