In this episode of "After the Bell" the official podcast of Savannah - Chatham County Public School System, producer Dee Daniels sits down with Samantha King, the Director of Instructional Technology and Media Services.
Recorded from White Bluff Elementary School's media center, the discussion covers the evolution of educational technology in SCCPSS, the integration of personalized learning tools like Waggle, and the importance of digital citizenship. Samantha also outlines the district's rigorous cybersecurity measures, policies on cell phone usage, and plans for the future, including the strategic adoption of AI and other emerging technologies. The episode concludes with a heartfelt shout-out to inspiring educators and some fun reflections on student life.
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00:00 Welcome to After the Bell
00:37 Introduction to Samantha King
00:58 The Evolution of Technology in Classrooms
02:49 Integrating Technology for Better Outcomes
06:29 Teacher Training and Support
08:01 Digital Citizenship and Information Literacy
11:05 Parental Involvement and Resources
12:55 Student Privacy and Cybersecurity Measures
17:39 Personal Cell Phones in Schools
23:18 Emerging Technologies: AI and VR
25:48 Getting Support and Final Thoughts
27:39 Fun Questions and Closing Remarks
