in other news... Digital media class takes the field The Petal High School digital media students took their classroom to the football field in October. In conjunction with Fox 23, WHPM in Hattiesburg, broadcasting the Panthers football game, two students from the class, Joseph Bastine and Priscilla Barron, were able to assist the TV crew in broadcasting the game, including actually filming during the third quarter. Bastine and Barron took over videographer roles for that quarter, wearing headsets, filming the game and following the director’s instructions. An interview with both students was featured during the game broadcast. Future plans for the Digital Media Technology class include collaborations that will allow the students to broadcast more athletic events, as well as other activities, such as show choir, theatrical productions and band performances, via the Internet on the Petal High School’s “Panther Web.”
Propulse options growing to better equip teachers Updates in the Propulse testing process are here! The Propulse assessment tests the technology skills of educators and is now an option for those whose programs do not require IC3 certification.The assessment covers basic technology skills relating to software, hardware, computer management and the Internet. For those who want a review before the certification testing, a 40-hour, 4-week Blackboard course is available. Propulse testing is now available at more locations around the state; until recently, this testing was only available in Starkville. At this time, there are 14 testing sites and 31 proctors trained to conduct the testing. More proctors and test sites are still needed, particularly in the northern part of the state, so that more teachers will have nearby sites for the testing. Proctors are required to be certified in either IC3, A+ or Propulse; participate in the training webinar; and complete the proctor quiz. For more information about how to become a proctor or a testing site, contact Suzanne Tribble at the RCU at 662.325.2510 or Suzanne.Tribble@rcu.msstate.edu. To sign up for the Blackboard course or the Propulse Assessment, visit MyPDC.rcu.msstate.edu.
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