Our final session in our Microsoft Basics series looked at how to create #MicrosoftForms and #MicrosoftSways. It was a step-by-step guide and we have created a Wakelet to allow you to follow along at your own pace as well as learn how to move beyond the basics. We hope you find it helpful.

What a super session tonight with Aileen MacKey, ELCO at Williamsburgh Primary all about using QR codes to enhance service delivery, by promoting inclusion, parental engagement, learning, play and digital literacy skills. Want to learn more? Click on the QR code and see Aileen’s full session!

Our small team of volunteers has been trialling some aspects of digital literacy progression pathways from other local authorities. We looked at Cyber resilience and internet safety examples in Kirklandneuk, St Anne’s and Todholm. The remainder of the team looked at Using digital products and services in a variety of contexts to achieve a purposeful outcome. All reported that having a breakdown of digital skills alongside suggested resources was key to make them useful documents for staff to integrate into their planning.

We have agreed to begin creating a Renfrewshire progression planner and will include this feedback as we develop it. Look out for more information coming in Term 3!

Our Apple Teacher Group met last night. We had all completed one of the iPad badges within the Apple Teacher Foundational Skills. It was great to hear how Vanessa and Alison had gotten on with the iMovie badge and what they had learned. Vanessa has even pledged to create some Book Week Scotland videos with her class this week – go Vanessa!

We are meeting again on 10th January. If you would like to join us, just email DigiLearnRen@renfrewshire.gov.uk and I will add you to our group.

If you want to learn more, check out the link below.

https://appleteacher.apple.com/#/home/resources

Would like to learn more about using Google tools through Glow in your classroom? Google have introduced a series of training videos delivered to your inbox each week to get you started using Google Workspace for Education. Find out more here:

https://teachercenter.withgoogle.com/gettingstarted/

If you having been using Google tools in your classroom, why not try the Fundamentals training. By reading, watching videos, and doing activities, you’ll learn how to integrate Google in your classroom. By the end of this course, you’ll be ready to take the exam to become a Google Certified Educator Level 1.

https://skillshop.exceedlms.com/student/path/61209-fundamentals-training

Did you know that the P1 Bookbug Family Bags have accessible copies of the book. You can download them from here: https://www.booksforall.org.uk/book-awards/

There are also symbolised resources for each of the three books in the bag from CALL Scotland – get them from here: www.symbolsforall.org.uk/bookbug

This years’ resources include accessible digital copies of the books for learners with print disabilities in PowerPoint, Keynote and Grid 3. Symbolised communication boards for GoTalks, single message devices and Sounding Board for iOS. For more information look at the introductory videos here.

Why not come along and hear all about how to set up your own CodeClub for 9 – 13 year olds?

Lorna Gibson, Programme Manager, Code Club will be running a session with all you need to know on 18 November. You can book your space on CPD Manager, Course ID: 76513

To find out more, check out their website: https://codeclub.org/en/