3 Powerful Tools for Active Learning - November 2, 3:35 pm - 4:35 pm
Looking to increase participation and engagement with your presentations? Come check out this PD session on Pear Deck, Poll Everywhere, and Google Forms. Learn how to use these tools to give your audience a more interactive and engaging learning experience. This session is valuable to gauge audience comprehension and boost long-term learning. (Presenter: Eric Schmidt)
3 Interactive Tools that Engage and Check for Understanding - Nov 14, 2023, 3:35 pm - 4:35 pm
One of the quickest ways to check for understanding is to have students use an awesome tech tool. In this PD session, you will learn how to use Quizizz, Mentimeter, and Gimkit to create and deliver an engaging presentation. You will also discover how to use these tools to assess learner understanding and identify areas for improvement. This session is relevant for anyone interested in infusing powerful teaching and training methods in their presentations. (Presenter: Eric Schmidt)
Streamlining Routine Tasks - Nov 30, 2023 3:35 pm - 4:35 pm
Imagine a world where the distribution and collection of assignments was seamless. With a little help from Google Classroom, and Microsoft OneNote this can become a reality. Learn how to use these services to create assignments, collect submissions, and track progress. This session is designed for anyone who wants to save time and energy by streamlining the assignment process either in a class or during a training session. (Presenter: Eric Schmidt)
The Power of Feedback - Dec 5, 2023, 3:35 pm - 4:35 pm
Technology can enhance teaching practices by allowing you to assess and give feedback to students in diverse ways. Learn how to use a variety of tools and strategies that can help measure learning outcomes, provide timely and meaningful feedback, and motivate students to improve their performance.
Documenting Growth Mindset - December 12, 3:35 pm - 4:35 pm
Move students from a fixed to a growth mindset with helpful strategies such as regular communication with students and by promoting self-reflection in their digital portfolios. With a little help from Google Drive, Google Sheets, and Google Docs this process can go from something that is discussed to something that is put into action. This session is for anyone who wants to learn how to track progress, identify areas for improvement, and develop a plan for growth. (Presenter: Eric Schmidt)
Google Photos: Tips and Tricks for Beginners and Beyond - December 19 2023 3:35 pm - 4:35 pm
Google Photos is a powerful tool for managing, storing, and sharing photos. In this PD session, you will learn about the key features and benefits of Google Photos, and how to use it to get the most out of your photos. Whether you are a beginner or a power user, Google Photos has something to offer you. (Presenter: Eric Schmidt)