Abigail Ortega

Elementary Teacher | Cypress School District
CSUF Ed Tech Cohortian

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

Feeling accomplished after completing my MS in Educational Technology! #csufedtech #k12edtech #edtech @An_Wr3n

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

If you implement technology PD, remember to follow up with your staff. Check in and provide staff with help where needed. Plan to create more PD sessions for the future. @An_Wr3n #professionaldevelopment #CSUFedtech

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

When planning for technology professional development for your school make sure it fits the needs of your colleagues. Send out surveys to understand more about what is needed, and make sure your PD engages your audience. @An_Wr3n #csufedtech #professionaldevelopment

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

Mentoring other teachers at your school site can build a strong sense of community. If you are able to support someone with your knowledge you will have made communication at your school stronger while increasing collaboration amongst colleagues. @An_Wr3n #mentoring #csufedtech

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

Thinking of applying for a grant? look around for ones that meet the needs of your class. https://t.co/dQMoZrW93E This link has grants available ever year that might be a great fit for you class. #CSUFedtech #grants

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

Changing teaching practices can be difficult. To be a change agent, you need to plan out and identify what you want to be changed as well as be prepared to support those involved within that change. Show people how change impacts them. #csufedtech #changeagent #innovation

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

If you are looking for different kinds of educational tools to use in the classroom, check out this article. You can find a list of online learning platforms that have a free trial. @An_Wr3n #CSUFedtech #onlinelearning
https://t.co/8GhiwaZm4w

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

For the past five weeks, I have learned so much more about utilizing technology regarding education during EDEL 522. Thank you @An_Wr3n I have found new ways to educate myself through MOOCs, #podcasts and educational websites.@TitanPrezVirjee @TitanPrezVirjee #csufedtech

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

Introducing #podcasts into the classroom might seem scary at first, but it is a rewarding decision. Check out how one second grade teacher introduced podcasts and motivated her students. #csufedtech #eLearning
https://t.co/6OJWZwsYR2

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

MOOCs are a great way to learn a new skill or to gain information about interesting topics. Websites like #Coursera help you find a course you may be interested in. edX for Business also provides valuable courses for your career. #csufedtech #MOOC
https://t.co/8cRPCxqCjp

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

Coding is a valuable skill that teaches critical thinking. Teaching your students to code can be a daunting task. Here is a guide to help get you started.
#csufedtech #code
https://t.co/Xw8R18hMth

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

Let's help our students become better critical thinkers and digital consumers. If you want to get some ideas on how to teach digital citizenship and media literacy, check out this Padlet. #csufedtech #medialiteracy #Padlet
https://t.co/yStkc4YHe2

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

Looking to add social media in the classroom? Here is a link that shows different social media apps and websites that can be used. #csufedtech #SocialMedia
https://t.co/tf1w1Iasgv

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

@CSUF_EdTech A5: Still looking for people to follow, but these educators might be of interest. @SimpliTeach @langwitches #csufedtech #edtech

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

@MsTeacher605 @CSUF_EdTech I work mostly with primary. My partner and I did our case study on Kami. If you have not used then I would add that in.

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

@mrsklydeedtech My second and third graders loved #edpuzzle so much that they would ask me about it when I wouldn't assign any.

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

@CSUF_EdTech A3: I had the opportunity to teach in-person this year, but I will keep using the technology and apps I gathered this year such as Read Theory, XtraMath, Seesaw and Kahoots. #csufedtech #covidkeepers

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

@edtechpaek @CSUF_EdTech I think it could work for first grade. I definitely want to try it out next year.

[Abigail Ortega @MsOrtegaTech]

@edtechpaek @CSUF_EdTech I also tried out Blooket. It's like Kahoot but is game based.