Montana Math and Science Teacher Initiative Montana Digital

Montana Math and Science Teacher Initiative Montana Digital Academy March 24, 2010

Online Learning: National Perspective From: 2009 Keeping Pace with K-12 Online Learning Report

MTDA Meeting the Needs of Students Eliminate a scheduling conflict Graduate on time Learn at a pace that is right for them Take a summer school course conveniently from home or another location Recover course credit in a discreet manner

Model for Online Student Success

Determining Readiness for Student Success Profile of an online student - varies Readiness assessment – principal, counselor, parent and teachers Determine student interest and motivation

2010 - 2011 MTDA Course Titles Mathematics Engl/Language A Science Electives World Language Social Studies Algebra 1 English 1 (9) Earth Science Spanish 1 Global Studies Geometry English 2 (10) Biology Health Digital Photography French 1 Algebra 2/Trig English 3 (11) Chemistry Latin 1 Pre-Calculus English 4 (12) AP English and Comp AP English Literature Physics Oceanography Native Amer. Studies U. S. History American Government Chinese 1 Environ. Science Web Design Chinese 2 AP Biology Psychology Physical Education Microsoft Office Suite AP Calculus AB AP Calculus BC AP Physics B AP Environ. Science World History AP U. S. Govt & Politics AP U. S. History Montana History

Meet the Online Instructor….

Teacher Preparation All MTDA Teachers will to complete an online instructor training course Blend of pedagogy, use of learning management system and online tools and resources (audio, video etc. ) Strong emphasis on teacher responsiveness to students and presence in courses

Becoming an MTDA Teacher Application Questionnaire – Coming Soon to Website Letter of Support – Principal or Supervisor MTDA Online Teacher Training

Responsibilities of MTDA Teachers Academic – Providing feedback, asking questions, stimulating discussions, encouraging student participation. Social – Using regular and consistent communication with students to set a positive tone in the course. Keeping the communication flowing with students and local school facilitators.

Responsibilities of MTDA Teachers Managerial – Coordinating all aspects of the facilitation of the course. Grading assignments, assessments, and completing student evaluation and final course grading. Technical – Guiding students in the use of technology to understand complete their coursework.

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Resources: Electronic Textbooks (E-text)

Resources - Science Labs

Curriculum Development Schedule January - February Determine course offerings March -May Recruitment of teachers, subject matter experts, course developers Develop courses and load in LMS Test LMS and courses Information/training campaign for schools Enrollment fall semester students begins April -August – Teacher Training June – July – Pilot Test Run of MTDA Courses

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MTDA & Montana Schools Delivering E-Learning to Montana Students

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