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The Campus Chatter: Amplifying Virtual Voices

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Colorado Convention Center, 505/6/7

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Murissa Mays

7th Grade Science Teacher

Houston Independent School District
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Hello, my name is Murissa Mays. I am a 7th Grade Science teacher for Houston Independent School District with a background in Instructional Technology. I currently serve at Audrey H. Lawson Middle School. Before my current position, I coached teachers through the Verizon Innovative Learning Schools program and taught 7th & 8th Grade Science, high school IPC, Environmental Systems, and Chemistry. I have a B.S. in Biology from Texas A&M University.

Session description

Explore the power of virtual newscasts and their impact on student agency. Learn to create engaging segments using Canva for graphics and Google Docs for scripting. Gain practical insights for immediate implementation in your educational setting.

Purpose & objective

Learning Targets:

Recognize the impact and importance of a virtual newscast for your campus.

Explore technology tools that can support a virtual newscast.

Create a compelling segment for a virtual newscast

Evidence of Success: Embed examples of student-led segments showcasing their talents.

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Outline

Introduction: 1 minute

Why: 4 Minutes with examples and questions for the audience

Production process explained: 10 min

Going Live: 20-minutes audience works independently or collaboratively to create their own segment leveraging the templates provided.

Q & A: 5minutes

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Supporting research

https://www.ascd.org/el/articles/the-promise-power-and-practice-of-student-agency

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Session specifications

Topic:

Student agency, choice and voice

Grade level:

6-12

Skill level:

Intermediate

Audience:

Library media specialists, Teachers, Technology coordinators/facilitators

Attendee devices:

Devices required

Attendee device specification:

Laptop: Chromebook, Mac

Participant accounts, software and other materials:

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1WQV2vxm1PA9luAPJ4NAlAMq0f6bNDVYcyEcINs_mkWI/edit?usp=sharing

Subject area:

Performing/visual arts, STEM/STEAM

ISTE Standards:

For Educators:
Designer

Design authentic learning activities that align with content area standards and use digital tools and resources to maximize active, deep learning.

For Students:
Creative Communicator

Students create original works or responsibly repurpose or remix digital resources into new creations.
Students publish or present content that customizes the message and medium for their intended audiences.

The Campus Chatter: Amplifying Virtual Voices

, Colorado Convention Center, 505/6/7

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