How Can Tech Coaches Support Each Other As We Support Our Teachers During Distance Learning Days

In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff, Susan, and Matt discuss they have helped districts and teachers prepare for school closures in the wake of COVID-19.  In this episode, we discuss:Reflections from Last Week:In last week’s episode we talked about the many questions surrounding distance learning including how to approach the idea as well as logistical consideration to think about surrounding teacher work hours, etc. Tech Coach MastermindJoin the http://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (Tech Coach Mastermind) and learn how to help your school district today!2 Mastermind group meetings each month Lifetime access to our Tech Coach Online Community Free Lesson Plans Free Templates Much Much More Websitehttp://www.teachercast.net/Mastermind (www.TeacherCast.net/Mastermind)  Do You Have a Question For Us?http://www.teachercast.net/VoiceMail (www.TeacherCast.net/VoiceMail) Twitter: http://twitter.com/askthetechcoach (@AskTheTechCoach) Email: feedback@teachercast.net How do Tech Coaches support each other during this new time of learning during school closures?Cleaning Suggestion from Promethean:Ethanol Alcohol based solution to wipe down the board,  Go find recommended cleaning procedures for any device from any manufacturer  Go out and Google best way to clean to alleviate voiding warranties. Supporting Each Other As Tech CoachesPLN Sharing Make your force larger by banning together. Does your state support you in bringing district coaches together for collaboration/sharing? Though coming across in your own voice to your teachers is important, during this time of implementing distance learning, don’t reinvent the wheel. If someone has a video or instruction sheet that works, use it if they have given permission.Reach out to your teachers, find out what they need from day to day Setup meetings as needed by what means you have available Don’t get bogged down and “wowed” by TOO many resources, find one or two that