#OKCPS - The 12 Days of Twitter

This is the blog post I wrote for my department's blog post advertising the upcoming Twitter PD, The 12 Days of Twitter. Join us!

The 12 Days of Twitter

December 12-23, 2016

Are you ready for another educational technology learning challenge? Join us from December 12th - December 23rd for The 12 Days of Twitter. You will become a Twitter star in twelve days. Each day a new task will be posted on the OKCPS ETS Blog for you to complete.

Here’s how to get started!

1. Visit the OKCPS ETS Blog on December 12, 2016 to read about the first task.
2. Then, visit the blog daily to read about the new task. Complete the daily task and share it on Twitter using the #OKCPS12Days hashtag.

If you would like more information about getting started with Twitter, check out this blog.

For more information, contact Mandy Green at 587.0315. See you on Twitter on December 12th!

#OKCPS Hour of Code Cohort Wrap Up

Each year I work with a cohort of teachers interested in the Hour of Code. We work through three to four types of coding and then their culminating activity is to host an Hour of Code event on their campus. Last year we had six teachers complete the cohort and activity. 

The first week we explored Unplugged Coding or coding without technology. We learned about and explored programming, debugging and more all without a tech device!


The next week, we explored four different web-based coding programs. This allowed for differentiation as well as a wide variety of experiences.


The final week, we explored Code.org and set up classroom accounts.


We will be wrapping up our cohort by hosting Hour of Code events in classrooms as well as on campuses. Stay tuned for Hour of Code events updates!

Increase Your Productivity - November Ed Tech Updates

Microsoft Outlook Productivity Tips

1. Categorize Emails - There are 4 D's when it comes to categorizing your emails. When you receive an email, categorize the email under one of the following categories:
       a. Delete - Delete the email as soon as possible. 
     b. Do it - Complete the task required by the email.
     c. Defer - Put the email on a "to-do" list with other tasks.   
     d. Delegate - Move the email and task to a colleague. 

2. Create Action Folders - Outlook folders may be created by project, person or purpose. When creating these folders, consider adding a "Pending" and "To-do" folder.

3. Flagging Emails - Not only can you drag emails to folders but you can also take advantage of the priority settings. First, select the email, then click on the "Follow Up" icon which is located on the menu ribbon. You will see a menu of priority settings pop up. Then, select "Add Reminder." This allows you to set a due date or time reminder to complete the task in the selected email.

4. Using Rules in Your Inbox - By clicking on the Rule icon on the menu ribbon, you can create new rules for your inbox. This will allow you to create a folder and have all email messages sent to that specified folder. You can also create a rule to send all messages with a specified title to a specific folder. Essentially, Outlook Rules automatically sort emails for you!

BONUS 
Have you ever run out of storage in your inbox? Try Archiving!