Student Driven Tech Teams

Developed by: Fran Reddick, Really Smart Services, Inc.

Course Overview

Using students to set-up and troubleshoot equipment issues to assist teachers in the use of technology in classroom is a way to increase classroom technology use. Student-driven tech teams reduce teacher stress, and offer an opportunity to channel student energy into skills that they can use.

The tech team is made up of select students who are taught basic setup, troubleshooting on specific equipment and become part of the school’s technology protocol. Working with the Tech Director the team develops a process of equipment sign-out, setup, scheduling and troubleshooting technology issues for teachers in their building. This program can be as basic as setting up and moving the A/V carts to as advanced as the school would like to make it. Students receive membership based on interest, teacher recommendation, parental approval and desire to help. They are recognized as school assistants and receive a nametag, shirt or other item designating them as a member of the school tech team.