My Job Title: Technology Director

My School: K-6, International, Rural

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#1 PeerGrade

          Grade 3-Adult

          All Subjects

          Assessment

          Some Training Required      

How Might I Use It

In my writing class, I use Peergrade for our monthly essay assignments. Students submit their drafts, and Peergrade distributes them anonymously for peer review. I create a detailed rubric focusing on structure, argument strength, and evidence use. Students give feedback on three peers' essays, which aligns with the ISTE Standard for "Knowledge Constructor" as they critically evaluate and provide constructive feedback. After the peer review, students revise their essays based on the feedback received. This process helps develop their critical thinking and collaborative skills. As a teacher, I review all feedback, which allows me to identify common issues and tailor my instruction accordingly. This approach connects to the ISTE TLP "Learning Catalyst" as I'm facilitating a collaborative, feedback-rich environment that empowers students to take ownership of their learning. The anonymity feature particularly helps shy students gain confidence in giving and receiving feedback.

          ISTE Standards

          Student 1.3 Knowledge Constructor

          Educator 2.4 Collaborator

          ISTE Transformational Learning Principles

          Learning Catalyst

Badges Earned

Interoperable: Project Unicorn Data Interoperability

Safe: iKeepSafe FERPA Certification

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#2 Google Forms

          K-12

          All Subjects

          Assessment

          No Training Required

How Might I Use It

I leverage Google Forms for quick, formative peer assessments in my science class. After group presentations on different ecosystems, I create a Form with questions about content accuracy, presentation skills, and visual aids. Students use their devices to evaluate each group's presentation in real-time. This aligns with the ISTE Standard "Innovative Designer" as students learn to give and receive constructive feedback to improve their work. The instant data collection helps me identify areas where the class might need clarification, allowing for immediate discussion. I often project the anonymized results, sparking class-wide conversations about what makes an effective presentation. This use of Google Forms ties into the ISTE TLP "Data-Driven Decision-Maker" as I'm using real-time data to inform and adjust my teaching strategies. The ease of creating and modifying forms also allows me to quickly adapt assessments based on class needs.

           ISTE Standards

           Student 1.3 Knowledge Constructor

           Educator 2.4 Collaborator

           ISTE Transformational Learning Principles

           Learning Catalyst

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#3 Canvas

          K-12

          All Subjects

          LMS

          Heavy Training

How Might I Use It

In my history class, I use Canvas's peer assessment tool for our term-long research project. Students submit their project proposals, and Canvas automatically assigns peer reviewers. I create a rubric focusing on research question clarity, source quality, and argument potential. This aligns with the ISTE Standard "Global Collaborator" as students provide feedback to peers, considering diverse perspectives. Students review two proposals, offering suggestions for improvement. After revising based on peer feedback, students submit their final proposals for my review. Throughout the process, I monitor the peer reviews, providing additional comments when necessary. This approach helps students develop critical evaluation skills while refining their own work. It ties into the ISTE TLP "Connected Learner" as I'm modeling and facilitating a collaborative learning process that leverages digital tools. The integration with Canvas's gradebook also helps me track student progress and participation efficiently.

          ISTE Standards

           Student 1.3 Knowledge Constructor

           Educator 2.4 Collaborator

           ISTE Transformational Learning Principles

           Learning Catalyst

Badges Earned

Interoperable: Project Unicorn Data Interoperability, 1EdTech Interoperability Certification

Safe: Student Privacy Pledge, 1EdTech Data Privacy Seal

Evidence-Based: ISTE Seal, Instructure ESSA Tier IV

Inclusive: ISTE Seal

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This list is part of a program to help showcase the work of ISTE Certified Educators. Educators' comments about how a tool should be used or their suggested grade levels are their own views and not verified by ISTE+ASCD.