Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists.In this episode of “Ask the Tech Coach,” Jeff and Barb Scully discuss the importance between creating a vertically aligned Digital Learning Curriculum that matches up to your overall K12 Program of Studies.If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, please contact the podcast. We would love to have you join the show.Question of the WeekOur favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section.This week’s question is:How do you create a K12 Digital Learning Curriculum that is standards aligned and based on your Digital Learning Strategic Plan?Weekly TopicHow do you Vertically Align your Digital Learning Curriculum?What is vertical alignment?* Why is vertical alignment used? * Examples of a Vertically Aligned Curriculum + Music + Art + Science
Ask Yourself … What do you want your students to do be able to do when they graduate?* Presenters * Audio / Video Creators * Graphic Designers * Writers * Musicians
Decide what skills students need to learn to be able to do those skills?Break down your skills into a Digital Learning Scope and SequenceDecide what topics should be taught in a core classes and what should be taught by specialists.Pair each skill up with a core curriculum skill so that the student needs to use the digital learning skill to showcase their knowledge of the subject.Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network!* Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? * Are you searching for support in your position?
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