Frequently+Asked+Questions


 * FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: **

This isn’t a face-to-face instruction with NISD23things, but rather an online hub through Moddle where participants will be encouraged to work and share what they’ve found online as well as encourage others to explore even more. All participants will be asked to share and respond through blogging on the Moodle site designed specifically for NISD23things.
 * How does NISD23things work? **

NISD23things will start on June 1, 2010 and will close August 1,2010. This will allow participants more than enough time to complete all twenty-three tasks without having to rush through anything.
 * How long do I have to complete this program? **

Each participant will be given a total of 18 CPE credits.. These can be viewed via a “gradebook” where credits will be posted upon completion. You may choose to take credit as flex, instead of CPE credit. See below
 * How do I track my progress or find out how many CPE credits I’ve gained in NISD23things? **

No, this is a self-directed, self-paced program. During the term for this program, there will be a two hour computer lab tutorials offered during the summer for any questions participants may have about any or all of the sites and projects offered. Also, reading other participants blogs as well as moderator comments can be extremely helpful.
 * Will there be any training classes offered to show staff how to use a website in NISD23things? **

Each week, sites and instructions are given on what to do during the time you’re on NISD23things. With a self-directed pace, there is enough time to work through the weeks so you don’t feel overwhelmed
 * How do I know what to do with the sites posted? **

Of course you can! Just make sure if you work ahead, that you do exactly what is asked for each week you’ve completed for full credit.
 * Can I work ahead through the list of items on my** **own?**

Upon completion of the entire NISD23things, you will get credit for two FLEX days. This program must be completed in its entirety and by the deadline. It cannot be split up or divided to receive partial credit. Once you start the course, try to stay the course and enjoy the learning.
 * How do I earn FLEX days? **

Karla Burkholder, Judy Rutledge, Tonya Powell, Sunni Johnson, Naomi Bates, and Kelly Valdez
 * Who is on the NISD23things team? **