Media Center
The Fulton County Schools Media and Educational Technology department promotes academic excellence by empowering student and staff to be effective, discriminating users of ideas and information. Additionally, Fulton County Schools Media and Educational Technology Instructors (METIs) assist instructional staff in using technology effectively for differentiating instruction and providing rigorous, relevant, and engaging learning experiences for all students. The Fulton County Schools Media and Educational Technology department facilitates the development of balanced and relevant collections of digital and print resources for teacher and student use. Digital resources are provided for all students that are accessible anytime, anywhere, on any web-enabled computer, laptop, or mobile device.
Independence High School is well-equipped to offer students a technology-enhanced learning environment, and teachers have taken advantage of this by incorporating technology into their teaching methods.
We have Epson interactive projector/whiteboards in all classrooms as well as Dell Laptops. This is to further student involvement and teacher evaluation in the learning process. We also have a Media Center with a variety of both traditional and the latest learning aids . These resources can be used daily. Our Media Center is the hub for research. Our Media Para-Professional, Mr. Charles Bethell, provides students with expert guidance on how to use various online databases as well as in-house resources to complete their projects.
Our Career Technology Department offers very popular topics and courses. Moreover, the Language Arts Department utilizes technology to ignite an interest in reading by students.
Students: Please review Technology Use Practices at IHS
Mr. Charles Bethell
We will be utilizing Canvas during the 2024-2025 School year as our Learning Management System (LMS). Canvas is a robust platform designed to enhance the educational experience by providing easy access to course materials, assignments, grades, and communication tools in one centralized location. This transition represents our commitment to embracing innovative technologies to support your child's academic journey.
Key Features of Canvas: 1. User-Friendly Interface. Canvas offers a user-friendly interface that is intuitive and easy to navigate, ensuring a seamless learning experience for students.
2. Mobile Accessibility. With the Canvas mobile app, students can access course content, participate in discussions, and submit assignments from anywhere, at any time, using their smartphones or tablets.
3. Multimedia Support. Canvas supports a wide range of multimedia content, allowing teachers to integrate videos, audio files, images, and interactive elements into their lessons to engage students effectively.
4. Collaboration Tools. Canvas provides robust collaboration tools, including discussion boards, group projects, and real-time collaboration features, enabling students to interact with their peers and teachers in a virtual classroom environment.
5. Assessment and Feedback. Canvas offers versatile assessment options, such as quizzes, surveys, and assignments, along with efficient grading and feedback tools to facilitate the learning process.
Why Canvas? Watch the video and see why Fulton County has chosen Canvas as the Learning Management System for the school district.