Picture books transcend age barriers, inviting us into a world of imagination and learning. Through a curated selection of dynamic picture books, this class is tailored for educators from elementary to high school seeking creative strategies to captivate and engage their students in the classroom. Inspire a new generation of learners through the innovative use … Continued

This course is designed for teachers who desire a smooth semester - from beginning to end. Prepare ahead of time to start off on the right foot, maintain a smooth pace, and wrap up class in a meaningful way. Keep students engaged and provide them opportunities to self reflect and provide feedback. Analyze performance on … Continued

This course is designed for teachers who aspire to use Google Sites/Google Forms to create digital breakouts in order to engage students in content. Students who take this course will be provided the necessary knowledge, resources, and experience to create their own digital breakout using Google Sites and Google Forms.

Educators will learn how to improve on their digital photography skills, using either their phone camera or a basic digital camera. Snapping pictures of classroom activities or having students take photos can focus the lens on learning and integrate technology in an easy way. Teachers will learn basic skills to familiarize themselves with their camera … Continued

This is the bottom line for most teachers. Why do we continue to teach? What got us here in the first place? Chances are it is the relationships with students. Perhaps even more important than curriculum content, the opportunity that educators have to influence young lives is critical, especially in the world we live in … Continued

This course is designed to give teachers an introduction to podcasts and how they can be used in the classroom. Students will explore what a podcast is, how to listen and subscribe to a podcast, and how to create a podcast. Additionally, students will explore different ways for their students to create podcasts to show … Continued

QR Codes are a fun and creative way to Help your students access online information. Learn how to create QR Codes in different styles and explore the many ways they can enhance what you are already doing in your classroom!

YouTube for Teachers is designed for teachers of all grade levels who want to learn more about different YouTube channels to utilize with students, as professional development tools, tips, tricks, and more. We will explore six different YouTube channels and all they have to offer. We will discuss ways to utilize them in the classroom … Continued

Learn how to use Google Earth in a variety of ways no matter your content or grade level. This course will examine how Google Earth can be leveraged as a creation and presentation tool as well as being a wealth of information and activities for your students.

Have you ever wanted to make a class website but didn’t know where to start? In this class I will teach you how to create a website for your class using Google Sites.

Adobe InDesign is the perfect tool to create a professional looking printed document. Learn the basics of this highly useful publishing tool and how it can be used in creative ways, personally and professionally, along with simple designs for print and PDF presentations.

Students will learn design basics and production skills using the program Adobe Photoshop. Students will visually step through the process of creating images, manipulating them and then optimizing them for print or the web. This course will provide students with the opportunity to explore the capability of the computer to produce visual imagery and to … Continued