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Digital Tools for Math Instruction

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Are you a K-12 math educator who would like to incorporate more digital tools in your daily math instruction? This course is for you! This course will take a deep dive into the world of free digital math resources such as Desmos, Geogebra, Whiteboard.chat, Open Middle, and a variety of virtual manipulatives. Each week will … Continued

Accommodations and Modifications: What You Need to Know

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Join us for this important course that will equip you with the skills to navigate and implement accommodations and modifications like a pro. Starting with the basics, we’ll unpack the definitions of accommodations and modifications, research effective implementation practices for the general education classroom, and create a tool kit of options to have at your … Continued

Harnessing the Power of ChatGPT

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Have you heard of ChatGPT? I promise you your students have! ChatGPT is an AI chatbot that can create humanlike conversational dialogue. This language model can respond to questions and compose various written content, including articles, social media posts, essays, code and emails. This course is an opportunity to learn more and ChatGPT for teacher … Continued

iPad Apps for Educators: Enhancing Teaching and Learning

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This course is designed to equip educators with the tools and strategies to enhance their teaching using a selection of powerful iPad apps. Throughout the course, participants will explore the versatility of apps such as Canva, Be Funky, Padlet, Seesaw, Kahoot, Blooket, Skitch, Gif Maker, and Adobe Spark. By delving into these apps, teachers will … Continued

What’s New in Young Adult Literature

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Come discover what is new in middle grades and young adult literature. We will explore a different genre or two each week, as well as a different topic surrounding youth reading. During the course students will need to read and reflect on the week’s article, add to their reading list from that week’s genre(s), and … Continued

Makerspace Mindset in K12 Education

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Embrace a Maker Mindset! Explore the dynamic world of K-12 makerspaces, where every classroom space encourages divergent thinking, problem solving, and wonder. This course delves into the design, implementation, and integration of makerspaces, fostering hands-on learning and innovation across the curriculum. Discover practical strategies to transform educational environments into hubs of exploration and imagination, making … Continued

Vintage Innovation: Leveraging Retro Tools and Classic Ideas in the Classroom

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Vintage Innovation is a way for teachers to be both old school and new school. By using timeless tools with proven success applied to new challenges, teachers can educate today’s learners for this ever-changing world. Teachers don’t have to choose one or the other - innovation happens when past tools are used to prepare present … Continued

Crash the Discord: Classroom Conversations for Stronger Communities

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Calling all daring middle and high school educators! Join us in this course where we delve into the realm of difficult political issues, current events, and sensitive subject matter. Get ready to navigate the stormy seas of controversy as we explore topics that can make teaching a challenge. But fear not! Our focus is on … Continued

The Relationship Super Star: Strategies for building meaningful relationships between teachers, students, and parents

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It is widely known that strong relationships between teachers, students, and parents dramatically increase students’ levels of motivation, engagement, and learning. This course provides you with 5 strategies to help you build strong relationships that are easy and fun to implement. By the end of the course, you will have a plethora of resources to … Continued

Engaging Families for a Better School Community

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What if there was a strategy that could boost students' level of achievement, ensure a sense of belonging, and create positive school experiences? Engaging with families is a way to accomplish these things and can ensure a better experience for all students. This course delves into the purpose and planning of events such as Back-to-School … Continued

Beyond the Basics of Google: Fresh Approaches to Teaching and Planning

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Ignite Engagement and Supercharge Lesson Planning! Dive into the world of advanced Google techniques and discover how to create captivating digital notebooks and interactive student experiences using Google Slides and app extensions like Pear Deck. Master the art of facilitating student exploration through Google My Maps, Google Scholar, and Google Books. Harness the organizational wizardry … Continued

Beyond Academics: Cultivating Connections for a Thriving School Culture

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Schools culture impacts learning, commitment, engagement, and perception. Every member of a school community plays a role within a school culture. What can each of us do as contributing members of our school communities? Where should we start? This course will follow the key points made by Jimmy Casas in his best-selling book Culturize to … Continued