Google Workspace

Click on the image to watch the sessions.  To find the session overview, visit the Digital Learning Festival page.

Working with Workspace

9:30 - 10:15

Facilitators: 

Guto Aaron, Google for Education Certified Trainer, AppsEvents
Ben Rouse, Google for Education Certified Trainer, AppsEvents

This session will provide an overview of the Workspace tools available with our midlothian.education accounts.

Chromebook Masterclass

10:30 - 11:15

Facilitators: 

Guto Aaron, Google for Education Certified Trainer, AppsEvents
Ben Rouse, Google for Education Certified Trainer, AppsEvents

Discover what's possible on your students' Chromebooks.  This session will provide an overview of the functions of Chromebooks as well as ways to manage the devices in a 1:1 environment.

Accessibility & Personalisation

11:15 - 12:00

Facilitators: 

Guto Aaron, Google for Education Certified Trainer, AppsEvents
Ben Rouse, Google for Education Certified Trainer, AppsEvents

Discover how students can personalise the experience on both Chromebook and the Chrome browser to support their learning.

Transforming Lessons with Chromebook & Workspace

12:00 - 12:45

Facilitators: 

Guto Aaron, Google for Education Certified Trainer, AppsEvents
Ben Rouse, Google for Education Certified Trainer, AppsEvents

Are you unsure of how to utilise technology in the classroom?  This session will provide you with ideas for introducing and building on your use of Chromebook & Workspace in your lessons.

Collaborative Whiteboard Masterclass with Jamboard

13:15 - 14:00

Facilitators: 

Guto Aaron, Google for Education Certified Trainer, AppsEvents
Ben Rouse, Google for Education Certified Trainer, AppsEvents

Every Chromebook provided in the 1:1 roll out is a touchscreen device.  Discover how to harness the touch capabilities of the Chromebook and the power of Jamboard in this fun, interactive session!

Creativity in Chrome

14:00 - 14:45

Facilitators: 

Guto Aaron, Google for Education Certified Trainer, AppsEvents
Ben Rouse, Google for Education Certified Trainer, AppsEvents

This session will look at the Chrome browser.  Discover tools available online to harness creativity in the digital world.

Lesson Planning in Workspace

14:45 - 15:30

Facilitators: 

Guto Aaron, Google for Education Certified Trainer, AppsEvents
Ben Rouse, Google for Education Certified Trainer, AppsEvents

Make use of Google Docs and Slides to support lesson planning.  Discover how features such as sharing and 'smart chips' can support your workflow.