Instructional technology update: Rockwall ISD disables YouTube for younger students
Summary
The district's director of instructional technology described a strategy emphasizing active technology use in classrooms and said YouTube access has been disabled for elementary and middle-school students for the current year; staff training was provided prior to school start.
The district's director of instructional technology told the board the district prioritizes active technology use for collaboration and creation, not passive consumption. As part of that approach, the administration said YouTube has been disabled for elementary and middle school students this year and that teachers and administrators received updated training before school started.
The presentation emphasized professional development and daily support at campuses to help teachers design lessons that use technology purposefully and aligned with curriculum standards. Trustees thanked the presenter and acknowledged the ongoing professional learning supports for staff.
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