Technology
Jeffco has always been a leader in protecting technology. The District was one of the first in the country to have a dedicated information security team whose primary mission is to: define policies and processes protecting technology, implement and monitor security tool sets, and monitor the environment for risk.
The increasing complexity of our interconnected systems and data sharing agreements has also created the need for dedicated resources to assist in managing the vast quantities of information used by District staff members every day. Jeffco now has dedicated central resources focusing on privacy and data governance.
To view software, websites, apps and other technology solutions that have been reviewed by the District and may be used in classrooms visit the Jeffco Digital Tools Menu.
Digital Learning Applications at Fremont Elementary
To learn more about these digital learning applications, please contact the digital teacher librarian.
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Renaissance Accelerated Reader provides data-driven, personalized reading practice to help every student become a flourishing reader. |
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Book Creator is the simple way to make your own publishable ebooks. Add video and music and even record your voice. Use the pen tool to draw and annotate your book. |
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Canva is a tool students can use to create digital graphics and infographics. Students can use existing templates or create their own designs. Canva is an excellent tool for creating posters, memes, logos and other digital graphics. |
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Web tool for Jeffco schools |
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Code.org is a tool that teaches students simple scripting and development. Students gain exposure to computer science in a fun and interactive manner. |
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Discovery Education partners with school districts to provide digital textbooks, standards-aligned curricular resources, and transformative professional development to support schools as they make their digital transition and conversion. |
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A blended learning platform for schools that aims to simplify creating, distributing and grading assignments in a paperless way. |
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A web-based application in which documents can be created, edited and stored online. Sharing options enable real-time collaboration with others. Files can be accessed from any computer with an Internet connection and a full-featured web browser. |
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Store your files securely and access them from any device using Google Drive. You can also open and edit your files from any device. |
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A web-based application in which presentations can be created, edited and stored online. Sharing options enable real-time collaboration with others. Files can be accessed from any computer with an Internet connection and a full-featured web browser. |
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Students can find comprehensive, standards-aligned content for all grade levels. Interactive questions and virtual rewards create an engaging learning environment that motivates students to master skills and explore new topics. |
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Khan Academy is a personalized learning resource for all ages. The website offers practice exercises, instructional videos and a personalized learning dashboard that empowers learners to study at their own pace in and outside of the classroom. |
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Pear Deck is an interactive presentation tool used to actively engage students in individual and social learning. Teachers create presentations using their Google Drive account and check for understanding throughout the presentation. |
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Seesaw is a student-driven digital portfolio that empowers students to independently document what they are learning at school. Students can use photos, videos, drawings, text notes and links to show what they know. Seesaw portfolios can easily be shared with parents. |
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Soundtrap is a digital audio workstation (DAW) accessible directly in your browser from a variety of devices, such as Windows, Mac, Chromebook, Linux, Android phones and tablets and iPads. Use Soundtrap by yourself to create your next hit or collaborate in the music making with people from all over the world. |
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Online tool that allows students to practice math facts and concepts in a similar way to Lexia for reading. Allows reports and progress to be tracked by teachers. |
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TypingClub is an online keyboarding platform. Each lesson provides instant, meaningful feedback that encourages students to continue practicing. |
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Learn touch typing for free. Typing courses for a standard QWERTY keyboard from beginner to advanced. Includes games, videos and other interactive lessons. |
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WeVideo is an online video creation program/website for video editing. You can use WeVideo on any device. |
Digital Learning Applications in Jeffco
All students and teachers have access to premium digital learning applications with their Jeffco log-in credentials. A consistent core set of applications allows for student data privacy aligned to state legislation and seamless access for personalized learning. This includes single sign-on (SSO) and integration of applications.
TechForEd
Students can access a Jeffco-purchased and managed Chromebook to personalize their learning.
Tech Support
Jeffco families and students can get support for device troubleshooting, password resets, system questions and more.
Data Privacy & Security
Jeffco has adopted safeguards for student data privacy and security.
Digital Citizenship & Wellness
Jeffco prioritizes digital citizenship and promotes the safe, responsible use of technology.
Tech for Ed in Jeffco
Jeffco Public School’s 1:1 program provides first- through 12th-grade students in neighborhood and option schools a district Chromebook. This creates an equitable and sustainable model for technology-enabled classrooms that prepares students to thrive in a connected, digital world in alignment with the Jeffco Thrives Strategic Plan.
All students can access a district-purchased and managed Chromebook to personalize their learning. This closes the digital device divide and addresses the inequities in classrooms to transform learning.
Students in grades K-12 can also access a variety of digital applications and consistent tools that give them opportunities to demonstrate learning in creative and challenging ways. Each of the technology tools supports students as creators, collaborators and innovative problem solvers rather than as consumers of information.
The program also allows for professional development and learning for teachers to use the provided tools and devices to transform student learning experiences. Having consistent tools and opportunities for teacher training allows for more challenging learning and student engagement and deeper technology integration.
