About Digital Learning Services

The Digital Learning Services program at ESD 112 provides a variety of services that meet the various needs of the districts we serve. With our vision of transforming learning communities with technology, we are excited to assist schools and districts in using technology effectively for all aspects of teaching and learning.

Our strategic plan is based on our core set of beliefs that will guide us as we develop services in our region:

• The use and integration of technology is not a goal in itself. Rather, its power comes from supporting a larger purpose.
• In this interconnected world, a classroom is not a 21st century classroom if technology is not an integral part of the learning environment. Because of its power to engage students and educators in problem-solving, visualizing and analyzing data, communicating and collaborating, and creating new ideas and products, technology is a requirement in today’s classroom.
• A good technology solution is defined by its power to transform, and not by its glitz.
• Sometimes, technology can be used to “do things differently.” At other times, technology should be used to “do different things.” Both are acceptable.
• High-quality professional development, including sustained instructional coaching and facilitation of professional learning communities, is key to successful technology implementation.

Our Services

Professional Development

The Digital Learning Services Program provides a variety of professional development opportunities for teachers, administrators and other school staff. We’re focused on helping teachers create 21st-century, student-centered learning experiences in their classrooms, creating teacher leaders in the area of technology, and demonstrating how systemic change can happen relatively quickly in a school or district–even if you start small.

Workshops

Need training on a new (or new-to-you) technology? We offer online and in-person workshops throughout the year on technology topics of interest to teachers. A few examples:

• Google Apps and Chromebooks
• Technology tools for media literacy, differentiation, and formative assessment
• Managing devices in the classroom
• Integrating technology like smartboards, tablets, and VR

Don’t see what you need? Just ask us–we can create and deliver customized workshops for schools and districts in our region.

Focused and Sustained Professional Development

Sometimes, attending a single workshop isn’t enough to really transform a classroom or a leadership role. For districts and educators who want to go a step further, we offer custom, long-term professional development opportunities that can take teaching and learning to the next level.