Professional Interview Questionnaire
Math Teacher
Mrs. Smith has been a math teacher for 18 years and teaches Algebra 1 and Honors Geometry. Her students have access to individual Chromebook class iPads, and a class interactive TV.
Mrs. Smith does not have any educational certification in technology, but she attends in-district training in technology provided by our technology department and Pioneer RESA (Regional training agency)
History Teacher
Mrs. Broome has been teaching a history course for 17 years and teaches History and AP human geography. Her students have access to individual Chromebook class iPads, and a class interactive TV.
Mrs. Broome does not have any educational certification in technology, but her husband works in the technology department of another school district, and she is always well-informed and trying new apps and programs that she refers to our technology coach to post on the technology teacher’s page.
French Teacher
Mrs. Hughes has been teaching foreign languages for 24 years; she started with Latin and transitioned to French. Currently, she teaches French 1, 2, and AP.
Her students have access to individual Chromebook class iPads and a class smart Board (which needs to be upgraded soon)
Mrs. Hughes returned to school and got a master's in Instructional Technology to improve her classroom instruction and continue her education. Besides using technology in the classroom daily, she also serves as a technology mentor for others and does technology presentations in faculty meetings.
Question 1:
What technology do you use to communicate and share material with your students?
Math teacher
We use Google Classroom, and we have a page called “The Great Math Adventure” where we have videos and our entire math curriculum.
History teacher
I have a Google Classroom class for each of my classes
French teacher
I use Google Classroom
Theme
Google Classroom to communicate with students
Common Theme
All sources use Google Classroom as the primary communication and classroom platform.
Question 2:
How do you assess your students
(1) oral skills
(2) writing skills
(3) Comprehension and application of material
Math teacher
(1) We do not use anything for oral recordings
(2) Math also requires students to explain their thought processes, so we use Google Docs for writing assignments
(3) We use the desmos platform to practice math activities with informal scores and for formal assessments, we do paper and pencil tests
History teacher
(1) we use Flipgrid to record oral explanations of questions
(2) Google docs for writing expressions
(3) We only have paper and pencil tests. Informally, we do ticket out-the-door formally, we do tests and quizzes
French teacher
(1) I use Fipgrid and Educreation to record student speaking proficiency
(2) We use Google Docs and Slides
(3) For oral comprehension, I use YouTube videos or language podcasts, and for formal assessments we use paper and pencil tests
Theme
Preferred method of summative assessment paper and pencil.
Oral evaluations are done within Flipgrid platform
Common Theme
All sources test student comprehension primarily through paper and pencil tests.
2 out of 3 use Flipgrid to record audio/video responses.
Also, Google docs is the preferred method to evaluate constructive responses
Question 3:
Do you have project-based activities? What apps do you allow students to use?
Math teacher
We do project-based projects, but they only require paper, a pencil, and rulers
History teacher
Yes, I let students use any app that allows them to share their work with me. I have had Google Slides and Docs, Canva, and Prezi projects
French teacher
Yes, my students use Google products, Prezi, Canva, PowToon, Smore, and sometimes they record themselves and create YouTube videos.
Theme
Presentation app such as Prezi, Google Slides, Canva that allow for creativity
Common Theme
All sources use project-based activities to evaluate knowledge and use online apps to present visual representations of the material that they have to present
Question 4:
What apps do you use daily or on a regular basis in your classroom to review or/ and practice concepts?
Math teacher
We use Quizlet, Kahoot, Blooket, Gimkit, Edulastic, and Math Beacon.
Sometimes, students will use Khan Academy for extra tutoring on complex content.
History teacher
We use Quizlet, Kahoot, Gimkit, Pear deck, and Quizizz
French teacher
We use Gimkit, Quizlet, Quizizz, Kahoot, and Edpuzzle
Theme
Game apps for practice and repetitions of material
Common Theme
All sources use game apps to practice concepts and reinforce through repetition.
Question 5:
What platform do you use to create assessments?
Math teacher
Google docs and forms
History teacher
Google docs and forms
French teacher
Google docs and forms
After recent training, I began using Magicschool.ai to create portfolio projects and assessments
Theme
Google docs and forms
Common Theme
All sources use Google apps to create assessments
Question 6:
Do you use any apps to create and grade students’ work?
Math teacher
I use Google Forms automatic format. Most of our tests need to be hand graded for all the math calculations
History teacher
I use the function of Google Forms to create scantron tests and the plagiarism function of Google Docs to check written work
French teacher
I cannot give online tests because the platform automatically translates or asks to translate words into English, defeating my test's purpose. The tests created on Google Forms are printed and used as a paper version, and I use zipgrade to grade multiple-choice, I also use oral testing to test oral competency, sometimes face-to-face in a conversation, sometimes in a recorded video Flipgrid or Chromebook camera.
Theme
Paper and pencil testing. Zipgrid to grade scantrons
Common Theme
All sources prefer to use paper and pencil mainly because it is easier to control
Question 7:
Do you use AI platforms with your students?
Math teacher
No
History teacher
This year, we have started to use ChatGPT to have AI-generated conversations with people in the past. This popular project works on developing techniques to write prompts that allow us to get informed and relevant questions.
French teacher
I have started to explore Magischool.ai and am waiting for the student’s version. I like that it gives me scaffold activities to give students at different levels of comprehension and reading skills
Theme
ChatGPT and Magicschool.ai
Common Theme
2 of the 3 sources are beginning to explore the uses of AI apps in the classroom to produce creative content and assessments.
Question 8:
What do you look for when choosing a classroom app?
Math teacher
Will it help me teach and review skills covered in my standards?
Is it easy for me and my students to use their Chromebooks, especially in the math area?
Can I assign content or send students links to the content to the app so they can practice at home?
History teacher
Does it enhance my teaching and help students practice and understand the material better?
Is it an app that allows students to choose how they express themselves? Is it easy to access, reliable to use, and age-appropriate for my students?
French teacher
Does it allow students to hear the language, practice sounds, and practice writing the language?
Is it accessible on multiple platforms and devices?
Can it be assigned to students for at-home practice? Can I modify content or choose specific parts being assigned to students based on my classroom needs? Can I use it easily?
Theme
Easy and reliable to use, and does it enhance teaching skills?
Common Theme
All sources look for apps that are reliable and easy to use by teachers and students.
They also look to see if the app will allow students to go beyond the classroom and make connections between what is taught in the classroom to the real world
Technology Checklist
Professional Interview Questionnaire
Math Teacher
Mrs. Smith has been a math teacher for 18 years and teaches Algebra 1 and Honors Geometry. Her students have access to individual Chromebook class iPads, and a class interactive TV.
Mrs. Smith does not have any educational certification in technology, but she attends in-district training in technology provided by our technology department and Pioneer RESA (Regional training agency)
History Teacher
Mrs. Broome has been teaching a history course for 17 years and teaches History and AP human geography. Her students have access to individual Chromebook class iPads, and a class interactive TV.
Mrs. Broome does not have any educational certification in technology, but her husband works in the technology department of another school district, and she is always well-informed and trying new apps and programs that she refers to our technology coach to post on the technology teacher’s page.
French Teacher
Mrs. Hughes has been teaching foreign languages for 24 years; she started with Latin and transitioned to French. Currently, she teaches French 1, 2, and AP.
Her students have access to individual Chromebook class iPads and a class smart Board (which needs to be upgraded soon)
Mrs. Hughes returned to school and got a master's in Instructional Technology to improve her classroom instruction and continue her education. Besides using technology in the classroom daily, she also serves as a technology mentor for others and does technology presentations in faculty meetings.
Question 1:
What technology do you use to communicate and share material with your students?
Math teacher
We use Google Classroom, and we have a page called “The Great Math Adventure” where we have videos and our entire math curriculum.
History teacher
I have a Google Classroom class for each of my classes
French teacher
I use Google Classroom
Theme
Google Classroom to communicate with students
Common Theme
All sources use Google Classroom as the primary communication and classroom platform.
Question 2:
How do you assess your students
(1) oral skills
(2) writing skills
(3) Comprehension and application of material
Math teacher
(1) We do not use anything for oral recordings
(2) Math also requires students to explain their thought processes, so we use Google Docs for writing assignments
(3) We use the desmos platform to practice math activities with informal scores and for formal assessments, we do paper and pencil tests
History teacher
(1) we use Flipgrid to record oral explanations of questions
(2) Google docs for writing expressions
(3) We only have paper and pencil tests. Informally, we do ticket out-the-door formally, we do tests and quizzes
French teacher
(1) I use Fipgrid and Educreation to record student speaking proficiency
(2) We use Google Docs and Slides
(3) For oral comprehension, I use YouTube videos or language podcasts, and for formal assessments we use paper and pencil tests
Theme
Preferred method of summative assessment paper and pencil.
Oral evaluations are done within Flipgrid platform
Common Theme
All sources test student comprehension primarily through paper and pencil tests.
2 out of 3 use Flipgrid to record audio/video responses.
Also, Google docs is the preferred method to evaluate constructive responses
Question 3:
Do you have project-based activities? What apps do you allow students to use?
Math teacher
We do project-based projects, but they only require paper, a pencil, and rulers
History teacher
Yes, I let students use any app that allows them to share their work with me. I have had Google Slides and Docs, Canva, and Prezi projects
French teacher
Yes, my students use Google products, Prezi, Canva, PowToon, Smore, and sometimes they record themselves and create YouTube videos.
Theme
Presentation app such as Prezi, Google Slides, Canva that allow for creativity
Common Theme
All sources use project-based activities to evaluate knowledge and use online apps to present visual representations of the material that they have to present
Question 4:
What apps do you use daily or on a regular basis in your classroom to review or/ and practice concepts?
Math teacher
We use Quizlet, Kahoot, Blooket, Gimkit, Edulastic, and Math Beacon.
Sometimes, students will use Khan Academy for extra tutoring on complex content.
History teacher
We use Quizlet, Kahoot, Gimkit, Pear deck, and Quizizz
French teacher
We use Gimkit, Quizlet, Quizizz, Kahoot, and Edpuzzle
Theme
Game apps for practice and repetitions of material
Common Theme
All sources use game apps to practice concepts and reinforce through repetition.
Question 5:
What platform do you use to create assessments?
Math teacher
Google docs and forms
History teacher
Google docs and forms
French teacher
Google docs and forms
After recent training, I began using Magicschool.ai to create portfolio projects and assessments
Theme
Google docs and forms
Common Theme
All sources use Google apps to create assessments
Question 6:
Do you use any apps to create and grade students’ work?
Math teacher
I use Google Forms automatic format. Most of our tests need to be hand graded for all the math calculations
History teacher
I use the function of Google Forms to create scantron tests and the plagiarism function of Google Docs to check written work
French teacher
I cannot give online tests because the platform automatically translates or asks to translate words into English, defeating my test's purpose. The tests created on Google Forms are printed and used as a paper version, and I use zipgrade to grade multiple-choice, I also use oral testing to test oral competency, sometimes face-to-face in a conversation, sometimes in a recorded video Flipgrid or Chromebook camera.
Theme
Paper and pencil testing. Zipgrid to grade scantrons
Common Theme
All sources prefer to use paper and pencil mainly because it is easier to control
Question 7:
Do you use AI platforms with your students?
Math teacher
No
History teacher
This year, we have started to use ChatGPT to have AI-generated conversations with people in the past. This popular project works on developing techniques to write prompts that allow us to get informed and relevant questions.
French teacher
I have started to explore Magischool.ai and am waiting for the student’s version. I like that it gives me scaffold activities to give students at different levels of comprehension and reading skills
Theme
ChatGPT and Magicschool.ai
Common Theme
2 of the 3 sources are beginning to explore the uses of AI apps in the classroom to produce creative content and assessments.
Question 8:
What do you look for when choosing a classroom app?
Math teacher
Will it help me teach and review skills covered in my standards?
Is it easy for me and my students to use their Chromebooks, especially in the math area?
Can I assign content or send students links to the content to the app so they can practice at home?
History teacher
Does it enhance my teaching and help students practice and understand the material better?
Is it an app that allows students to choose how they express themselves? Is it easy to access, reliable to use, and age-appropriate for my students?
French teacher
Does it allow students to hear the language, practice sounds, and practice writing the language?
Is it accessible on multiple platforms and devices?
Can it be assigned to students for at-home practice? Can I modify content or choose specific parts being assigned to students based on my classroom needs? Can I use it easily?
Theme
Easy and reliable to use, and does it enhance teaching skills?
Common Theme
All sources look for apps that are reliable and easy to use by teachers and students.
They also look to see if the app will allow students to go beyond the classroom and make connections between what is taught in the classroom to the real world
Technology Checklist
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