Technology Consultant

St. Clair County Regional Educational Service Agency is well known for providing professional development training and support for our constituent districts throughout the county. We are dedicated to training your staff in technology use - either at our facility or, if more convenient, at any site in your district. In addition to regularly scheduled computer training sessions, we provide instruction based on your schedule, working before or after school hours, so there is little disruption to the school day.

Support is available for all Microsoft Office products, InDesign, GroupWise, TestWiz, InspireData, Data Director, Inspiration, United Streaming and video conferencing. Training and support is also available for peripherals including digital cameras, scanners, and CD writers. By arrangement, our consultant provides training in subject and age specific software and helps to integrate technology into the classroom while complying with the latest federal and state programs, standards and benchmarks.

Technology Consultant

Jim Cowden

Jim has been a member of the Education Services and Education Technology staff for 17 years, serving in marketing communications, technology training, video conferencing and consulting capacities. Jim has over 30 years experience in marketing, communications, advertising, technology, adult training and curriculum development.  With a Master of Education in curriculum and instruction from Oakland University, he has created training classes for a broad spectrum of software programs, hardware use, and technology integration for the classroom. His software knowledge is extensive and he can provide answers to most questions that people might have about common programs. Outside of work, Jim's interests include spending time with his wife and two children, golfing, sailing, cooking, and gardening.

Goals as a K-12 Technology Consultant:

• To provide local districts with convenient technology training opportunities that will enhance classroom instruction.
• To provide teachers and staff with the knowledge and skills needed to use the latest technology available to them.
• To work with teachers and students, enhancing student performance and promoting the integration of technology into the classroom.
• To assist local districts with curriculum issues relating to technology standards.
• To be recognized as a resource for technology integration and technology training throughout the country.

Focus on the School Year

The St. Clair County Regional Educational Service Agency is well known for providing professional development training and support for our constituent districts throughout the county. Jim is dedicated to training your staff in technology use - either at our state-of-the-art-facility or if more convenient, at any site in your district. He offers training ranging from the use of basic operating systems to full application instruction.