This collaborative document describes the core features and functions of Open Space Groups from a user perspective. There is also space to ask questions and provide comments and feedback.
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This PDF offers some suggestions and best practices around this subject, many generated by GenYES Facilitators. This document is a MUST READ if you are considering starting a true student tech infrastructure support program. With the acquisition of the GenYES program, Ohio users should contact support.infohio.org or their ITC for questions and support for GenYES Ohio.
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This guide provides a practical, step-by-step checklist for planning GenYES, as well as a checklist for the first week and month of the program. More detailed information about using the GenYES web tools and the GenYES curriculum can be found in other guides. This is a simple overview of the process. With the acquisition of the GenYES program, Ohio users should contact support.infohio.org or their ITC for questions and support for GenYES Ohio.
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Many GenYES implementations happen in a regularly scheduled class. The following list of options provide other implementation models that may work in your school. Generation YES has implemented GenYES in more than 1,650 schools using these models. With the acquisition of the GenYES program, Ohio users should contact support.infohio.org or their ITC for questions and support for GenYES Ohio.
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Through the RemotEDx initiative, INFOhio will provide free access to the GenYES student technology leadership platforms and instructional content beginning the 2022-2023 school year. The platform and resources have been acquired through the RemotEDx initiative and accessible through the RemotEDx Exchange website and INFOhio website. Below is a list detailing consistencies and adjustments to the GenYES Ohio program as it transitions to INFOhio for the 2022-2023 school year. If you have any additional questions, we're here to help! Please reach out to INFOhio Support at support.infohio.org or your local ITC.
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The GenYES web tools have built-in tutorials which explain the usage of the GenYES website. This guide will break down each part of the website, explain the purpose of its features, and explain what order to do tasks in. With the acquisition of the GenYES program, Ohio users should contact support.infohio.org or their ITC for questions and support for GenYES Ohio.
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Each school has a different comfort level with student-led IT support. This document can be used as a checklist for district and school administrators to help decide what STLs should and shouldn’t be allowed to do in their role as Technology Leaders. It lists several examples of IT-related tasks STLs can perform. With the acquisition of the GenYES program, Ohio users should contact support.infohio.org or their ITC for questions and support for GenYES Ohio.
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Each school has a different comfort level with student-led IT support. This document can be used as a checklist for district and school administrators to help decide what STLs should and shouldn’t be allowed to do in their role as Technology Leaders. With the acquisition of the GenYES program, Ohio users should contact support.infohio.org or their ITC for questions and support for GenYES Ohio.
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This Guide provides a new perspective on school leadership. It is designed for principals but has value for K-12 administrators of all types interested in implementing a Student Technology Leadership program. With the acquisition of the GenYES program, Ohio users should contact support.infohio.org or their ITC for questions and support for GenYES Ohio.
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Unit 1: Introduction to GenYES Unit 2: Information Literacy and Digital Citizenship Unit 3: Foundational Software
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Unit 4: Digital Art Unit 5: Digital Audio/Video Unit 6: Web Publishing Unit 7: Game Design
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Unit 8: Hardware Maintenance Unit 9: Software Maintenance Unit 10: Troubleshooting and Customer Support Unit 11: Supporting a 1:1 Program
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Unit 12: Online Communication Unit 13: Becoming the Teacher Unit 14: Leadership in the 21st Century
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Unit 15: Creating 21st Century Schools Unit 16: Community Service Unit 17: College and Career Exploration Unit 18: Online and Distance Learning
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This guide will provide you with an overview of how to use the GenYES curriculum in your GenYES class. We understand schools that use GenYES are wildly diverse and the way they implement GenYES is equally varied. Some schools run the program as a class, some as an after-school club, some integrate STLs throughout the day with infrequent meeting times, and so on. This guide is meant to help you understand how the curriculum can support your GenYES implementation and help your students develop the skills necessary to fully support your school. With the acquisition of the GenYES program, Ohio users should contact support.infohio.org or their ITC for questions and support for GenYES Ohio.
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Indicates which lessons within each unit align to ISTE standard indicators.
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Everything you might want to know is in this video! Watch it directly on YouTube for linked/highlighted timestamps. Topics covered are: Logging In (1:28) Student Tools: TAPs (2:18) Achievements, Badges, Skills (10:45) The GenYES Curriculum (13:48) Facilitator Web Tools (29:39) Classes and Account Management (30:14) Help Request (38:37) Impact and Reports (41:45)
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The videos linked below will help you learn more about the GenYES platform, curriculum, and Technology Assistance Projects (TAPs) as you establish your GenYES program as a class or club. INFOhio continues to customize the GenYES facilitator training materials for Ohio users. During these videos, you may hear or see support contact information for the national program and its parent organization Youth and Educators Succeeding (YES). With the acquisition of the GenYES program, Ohio educators can contact support.infohio.org or your ITC for support or questions about GenYES Ohio. Complete GenYES Ohio, Module 2: Running GenYES and earn a passing score on the final quiz to demonstrate mastery and receive your certificate for 2 contact hours.
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The videos linked below will help you learn more about the GenYES platform, curriculum, and Technology Assistance Projects (TAPs) as you establish your GenYES program as a class or club. INFOhio continues to customize the GenYES facilitator training materials for Ohio users. During these videos, you may hear or see support contact information for the national program and its parent organization Youth and Educators Succeeding (YES). With the acquisition of the GenYES program, Ohio educators can contact support.infohio.org or your ITC for support or questions about GenYES Ohio. Complete GenYES Ohio, Module 1: Planning GenYES and earn a passing score on the final quiz to demonstrate mastery and receive your certificate for 2 contact hours.
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Check out this fun promotional movie created by Triway GenYES students and their teacher Darin Murray.
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