TierneyBrothers - Tierney Brothers K-12 Tech Update 1/4/12

After months of careful planning and building Tierney Brothers has launched a brand new Professional Development Webpage. With the goal of helping K-12 clients maximize the use of their technology investment, the webpage is full of dozens of professional development videos, courses and course tracks. Technologies covered include SMART Board Interactive Whiteboard, iPads in the classroom, Google Apps, SAFARI Montage Digital Curriculum Management Solutions and other various Web 2.0 tools.

· The new PD Webpage is available here: Link

· A video overview of Tierney Brothers new PD Webpage is available here: Link

· A video tutorial on Tierney Brothers new Video on Demand service is available here: Link

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Starter Grant funding available for the SMART Response Interactive Response Systems

If your school has not purchased a SMART Response Interactive Response System and you’re interested in one, you may qualify for a starter grant. Reply to this email for more info on the starter grant. More info on the SMART Response Systems here: Link

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Planning to use iPads in your Classroom? Register for our upcoming PD course:

Using iPads in the Classroom

This course is designed to:

· Introduce and develop how the effective and relevant integration of the iPad/iPod can enhance student learning opportunities and drive student engagement.

· Support hands-on and true integration learning opportunities.

Content and Learning Opportunities Covered: Setting up an iTunes account, customizing the settings of the iPad, and downloading Apps to the iPad Investigate effective integration strategies for the iPad. Best practice strategies for using the iPad to drive student engagement and collaboration Intentional State Standards, Common Core, and ISTE alignment Teacher collaboration session More Info and Register Here

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Upcoming Webinars

SMART Response VE Overview

Learn more about SMART Response VE in this 30-minute complimentary webinar.

SMART Response VE allows you to gain immediate insight into student understanding using any Internet-enabled device, anywhere. SMART Response VE also integrates with SMART Notebook collaborative learning software, providing you with one application for creating lessons, delivering assessments and evaluating results. The new model of SMART Response VE includes added features such as additional question types and compatibility with multiple file formats. A subscription to software upgrades is also included, enabling your district to stay ahead of the technology curve year after year.

Tuesday, January 24^th
3-3:30pm or 4-4:30pm Central Time

Click Here to Register

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SMART Table Toolkit Update Overview

Learn about the new SMART Table Toolkit Update in this complimentary 30-minute webinar.

Wednesday, February 8^th
3-3:30pm or 4-4:30pm Central Time

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SAFARI Montage: Digital Curriculum Management & Distribution Overview

Learn about SAFARI Montage digital curriculum management system in this complimentary 30-minute overview.

SAFARI Montage provides K-12 school districts with a comprehensive solution for their digital media networking and visual instruction needs. The full suite of integrated products provides a single interface for accessing all visual resources from inside the school district intranet or from home SAFARI Montage provides K-12 school districts with a comprehensive solution for their digital media networking and visual instruction needs. The full suite of integrated products provides a single interface for accessing all visual resources from inside the school district intranet or from home

Tuesday, February 21^st
3-3:30pm or 4-4:30pm Central Time

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