So yesterday I had a short training session at one of my campuses. This campus is one that has been slow to get on board with using videoconferencing. Normally I really enjoy doing campus training, but considering the climate of our district right now, with an $84 million budget shortfall and people being faced with losing their jobs, I was a little apprehensive about the welcome I would get.
The teachers were a little slow to show up, but we eventually had a full room. Once we got started they were very attentive. I connected with two teachers at other campuses and had them share what they do at their campus and what they see as the benefits of using IVC. I then talked to the teachers about how using IVC fits with what they already do. We then finished up with passing around the remote and having them place calls and work the camera.
I have to say, I was very pleased with the results. They loosened uponc they saw how easy it was. They started asking questions and seemed very receptive to the whole idea. If even one or two teachers from that campus start using IVC, then I consider the afternoon time well spent. After some of the comments and questions, I look forward to seeing some requests come from them.
It just goes to show, that no matter what nonsense is going on at the upper levels of administration, our teachers want what is best for our students and go about the business of educating our kids. Kudos to you all!
