Transcript Views on Learning, Inc. IVC Learning Initiative

Views on Learning, Inc.
Interactive Video Conferencing
Learning Initiative
Presented by
Jeff Gangloff, Distance Learning Coordinator
&
Les Turner, Technology Director
About Views on Learning, Inc.
• Views on Learning, Inc. (VOL) is a registered
501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation
established to provide our Educational
Broadband Service (EBS) schools with distance
education opportunities that meet the
requirements of NCLB and improve student
learning.
The Vision
• VOL is dedicated to creating an interactive
distance learning community to meet the
needs of the 21st Century K-12 "digital
natives." VOL will use technology to enhance
the quality of learning, to increase
opportunities for collaboration, and to share
educational resources, including
professional development.
Partnership with NIESC
• In 2008, VOL formed a partnership with the
Northern Indiana Educational Service Center
(NIESC) to facilitate the mission by accessing
their network of education experts and
resources.
• 32 school districts in our South Bend/Elkhart
IN market
Northern Indiana ESC History
• Grants facilitated
– Lilly Educational grant
– Elkhart County DEKKO Foundation
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Professional Development
Video/Technical Expertise
Cooperative Purchasing
Collaboration History
Alaska-2
Washington-1
California-4
Idaho-2
Wyoming-2
Iowa-1
Indiana-2
Michigan-1
Ohio-1
Kentucky-1
New Jersey-1
Georgia-1
Florida-4
Service Overview
• Providing Lifesize® Videoconferencing
equipment to market schools via a grant
process.
• Purchased and installed a videoconferencing
bridge.
• Provide professional development and
technical support.
Uses of IVC*
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Shared classes
Virtual fieldtrips
Buddy classes/projects
Connect to experts
Participate in national events
Professional development
*Interactive Video Conferencing
Equipment Demonstration
Collaboration Opportunities
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Use of the Bridge
Shared Content
Professional Development
Other methods of delivery
School Grants
Purchasing
Substantial Service!
• Questions--Discussion
Contact Information
Go to Views on Learning website:
http://www.viewsonlearning.org