Instructional Technology

We can help you assess needs, craft a strategy, and plan the implementation of new systems – both technological and organizational.

Truly transforming your school or district to make the most of digital learning technologies takes a lot of work. Whether you are looking to implement a new learning management system, plan for a digital academy, or prepare teachers to meaningfully integrate technology, Wayne RESA can help. We can help you to:

• assess the needs of your district, teachers, learners, and families
• develop a sustainable solution to meet those needs
• take a systems view of your school and identify necessary training, professional development, or supports educators will need to succeed in a digital environment
• craft a plan to measure the success of your initiatives

We provide a commercial-free platform to our districts to host and stream video. We also provide staff with training to use the platform.

Video Hosting and Streaming

Through the REMC Association, Wayne RESA supports and manages MIStreamnet, a commercial-free video hosting and streaming platform. On this platform, you can:

• create your own channel for your school or district
• record and upload educational or training videos
• gather analytics that show you how often your videos are being utilized.
• embed your videos in websites and online courses
• account synchronized with Edupaths at MAISA.

Contact Christopher Slat at (734) 334-1864 for more information.

Videoconferencing and Webinars

We license and support popular software such as Zoom, WebEx, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet and others. Create two-way audio and video connections between different locations and bring people together without travel costs. Create one-to-many webinar activities with feedback. Assistance with bridging for multiple connections and specialized software training to meet your specific needs.

• meetings
• professional development/training sessions

Contact Andrell Williams at (734) 334-1557 for more information.

We provide training on classroom technology use, blended learning, digital resources, and much more. 

We provide professional development for educators in the following areas:

• Online and blended learning
• Open Educational Resources (OER)
• Technology integration
• Moodle training
• And more

To view a list of upcoming courses and workshops, click here.

If you are interested in having a consultant come to your school for training on a specific topic, please fill out the PD Request form.

Learning management systems can be incredibly effective platforms for facilitating and organizing learning. We can provide you with a platform or help you strategize around your own.

Wayne RESA provides hosting and support for the Moodle Learning Management System at no cost to Wayne County school districts and public school academies. In addition, we provide customization options and training for teachers on both technical and pedagogical topics related to LMS implementation.

To learn more about our LMS services, contact us at moodle.support@resa.net.

Wayne RESA, along with the REMC Association of Michigan, helps districts save money by negotiating with vendors to provide lower cost options county-wide.

In partnership with the REMC Association of Michigan we help districts save money on various products and services. Examples that our team supports include Follett Destiny Library Management System and Discovery Education Streaming.

We partner with state-wide stakeholders to create effective, efficient, and engaging online instruction and training.

Our team crafts online learning solutions for various audiences affiliated with K-12 education. Recently, we have created online training for transportation supervisors across the state of Michigan and helped to craft cybersecurity training for educators. Contact moodle.support@resa.net for more information.

We provide a commercial-free platform to our districts to host and stream video. We also provide staff with training to use the platform.

Video Hosting and Streaming

Through the REMC Association, Wayne RESA supports and manages MIStreamnet, a commercial-free video hosting and streaming platform. On this platform, you can:

• create your own channel for your school or district
• record and upload educational or training videos
• gather analytics that show you how often your videos are being utilized.
• embed your videos in websites and online courses
• account synchronized with Edupaths at MAISA.

Contact Christopher Slat at (734) 334-1864 for more information.

Videoconferencing and Webinars

We license and support popular software such as Zoom, WebEx, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet and others. Create two-way audio and video connections between different locations and bring people together without travel costs. Create one-to-many webinar activities with feedback. Assistance with bridging for multiple connections and specialized software training to meet your specific needs.

• meetings
• professional development/training sessions

Contact Andrell Williams at (734) 334-1557 for more information.

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) combine maps and data to provide location-based insights.

Geographic Information Systems allow us to explore 'the why of where'. GIS is used in nearly every area of industry and government, and is one of the fastest growing job markets in the world. Learn how GIS can be utilized as a transformational tool in the classroom, and how students can use GIS to explore and solve real world problems. GIS is content independent and can be employed to enhance any area of the curriculum.

• Access to free software and training for you and your students
• Custom mapping
• Geo-spatial analysis services