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Flash PD is just that, Little Bits of PD that are delivered in a flash. On this page you will find curated or DTSD created videos that will provide you with just in time learning opportunities in 3-5 minutes to help support teaching and learning. The goal is to support teachers with the tech tools and instructional strategies to engage learners in both F2F and Virtual instruction at the same time.
Flash PD 12/16/20 - Templates & Add-Ons for Google Slides - OH MY
Flash PD 12/16/20 - Templates & Add-Ons for Google Slides - OH MY
Looking for ways to spice up your remote teaching? The resources below might help make your Google Presentations more engaging and interactive.
Slides Mania - https://slidesmania.com/
Slides Mania - https://slidesmania.com/
This site has a lot of great, FREE, Google Slide templates for Education. Christen Manari & Donna Spangler used one in a training they were running and I thought it would be a good resource to share out. Educational Templates Include: interactive slides, notebook style, manipulatives, choice boards, games and weekly planners. There are some FUN holiday templates in here too.
Must Have Google Slides Addons for Teachers
Must Have Google Slides Addons for Teachers
This tutorial shows you nine Google Slides add-ons that will significantly improve the way you teach with Google Slides. Add-ons like peardeck, nearpod, translator and math editor are shared.
How to Make Interactive Google Slides with Pear Deck
How to Make Interactive Google Slides with Pear Deck
Learn how to make interactive Google Slides with Pear Deck a Google Slides Add-on, to dramatically increase student participation. You can use Pear Deck synchronously or asynchronously, so it it also a great choice for remote teaching! Just FYI we only have the FREE version of Pear Deck but it is still has great features worth checking out.
Using Nearpod Add-on with Google Slides
Using Nearpod Add-on with Google Slides
Quickly add interactive nearpod features into your Google slides presentations. Your google slideshow is then automatically converted to a nearpod lesson.
Flash PD 11/17/20
Flash PD 11/17/20
Collaborative Whiteboard Apps
Collaborative Whiteboard Apps
Many of you are looking for ways to make your lessons more collaborative and engaging. The whiteboard apps below provide some of these opportunities. Also, many of you would like to see students screens as they are annotating and drawing live, some of these tools also provide that opportunity. Please reach out if you would like help integrating any of these resources into your instruction.
Whiteboard.fi
Whiteboard.fi
Whiteboard.fi is a simple tool that can be used instantly. By creating a class and letting your students join, everyone will get a digital whiteboard. You as a teacher see all your students' whiteboards in real time, so you can follow their progress. The students only see their own whiteboard and the teacher's.
Whiteboard.fi is an instant formative assessment tool for your classroom, providing you with live feedback and immediate overview over your students. No registration or logins needed. Great for K-8.
Jambord - By Google
Jambord - By Google
Learn how to use Google Jamboard, an online interactive whiteboard, for remote teaching.
Whiteboard.Chat
Whiteboard.Chat
How to use Whiteboard.chat. Overview of web-based collaborative whiteboard tool for virtual and face-to-face instruction. No need to create students accounts. Best for Grades 7-12.
How to use split view to multi-task across apps on the iPad
How to use split view to multi-task across apps on the iPad
Make multitasking a breeze with Split View in iPadOS. Learn how to open multiple windows of the same app, use two apps side by side, and more. You are able to use Zoom in multi-tasking, but the participant video doesn't work in the split screen however students can see your screen and hear you.
Flash PD 11/4/20
Flash PD 11/4/20
Teacher Tutorial Overlay Apps During Zoom
Teacher Tutorial Overlay Apps During Zoom
Students can learn how to overlay different apps on top of their zoom screen. Students can have zoom still open and work in other apps at the same time. Student Tutorial This allows students to use a different app while still having zoom open on the ipad.
New Zoom Features
New Zoom Features
Zoom Version 5.2 offers us some new and interesting features for teachers in zoom. Just FYI, filters are NOT available on the ipads for students. Filters, Reactions, Lighting & More! New Features to Liven Up Your Meetings - Zoom Blog
Google Slide Timers
Google Slide Timers
Timers are a great way to keep your instruction on track both virtual and F2F. Attached you will find a link to a google slideshow with timers embedded for your use. You can project these on your screen and via Zoom.
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