TALAC Project

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• TALAC Project

Technologically Active Learning Aligned Curriculum
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In the beginning...

• Pilot classroom in Imlay City
• Implementing a curriculum aligned problem-based
  learning approach
• Students work at solving content-based, real
  world and real work problems utilizing technology
  and on-line resources
• Funded by a Goals 2000 grant

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Expanding Upon the Vision

• Problem-based Project-based Learning Approach
• Technology Rich Environments
• Aligned Curriculum
• Clusters of teachers, students, parents,
  community and businesses

Expanding the project was a collaborative
effort Lapeer ISD Local Districts
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Lapeer County Technology Rich Classrooms

• Currently there are 14 technology rich classrooms
  in Lapeer County
• Almont (2)
• North Branch (2)
• Imlay City (2)
• Dryden (1)
• Weslyan Academy (1)

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Lapeer Community Schools Technology Rich
Classrooms

• Lapeer (6) technology rich classrooms
• West Senior High
• Zemmer
• Attica Elementary
• Murphy Elementary
• Schickler Elementary
• Seaton Elementary

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Talking science at West
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Zemmer students utilizing the digital camera for
group photos.
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Technology Rich Environments

• 1 Monitor
• VCR
• Video Camcorder
• Scan Converter
• Desktop Video Conferencing
• Software

• Network
• 7 On-line computers
• 1 Printer
• 1 Digital Camera
• 1 Scanner
• 1 Video Snapshot
• 2 Alpha Smarts

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Professional Development

• Teachers and support staff are trained in
  problem-based learning
• Teachers and support staff receive technology
  training
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
  through Lapeer County ISD and Local Districts

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Shickler Elementary students working with Alpha
Smart keyboards
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Lapeer County Technology Rich Classrooms