Tech Talks 7 is a voluntary professional learning opportunity offered to DoDEA Europe educators, ETs, ISSs, and administrators. Live Virtual Tech Talk sessions will occur on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30-4:15 p.m. CET, beginning on September 9th, 2025 and ending on Jan 12th, 2026. Â
If you are interested in attending Tech Talks, please complete this Tech Talks 7 Interest Form so that you can be added to the email distribution list. Â
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We hope to have college credit available for Tech Talks 7 approved by the end of September, at that time you will need to join the Tech Talks 7 Google Classroom (we will make the link available). Even if you are not taking Tech Talks for credit, you can access the Google Classroom and ask questions and/or provide feedback on any Tech Talk by going to the "Classwork Section" and filling out any of the "Session Assignments."Â
The meeting links and recorded sessions for Tech Talks 7, including links for the associated resources, will be listed below (scroll down this page). There will be occasional changes to the Tech Talks offerings, so please check this page before you attend a session.
You can also access the recordings for previous Tech Talks using the links below.
Here are links to the previous Tech Talk courses:
Link to Tech Talks 6 (SY2024-2025) Recorded Sessions
Link to Tech Talks 5 (SY 2023-2024) Recorded Sessions
Link to Tech Talks 4 (SY 2022-23) Recorded Sessions
Link to Tech Talks III (SY 2021-22)Â Recorded Sessions
Link to Tech Talks II (SY 2020-21) Recorded Sessions
Link to Tech Talks I (Spring 2020) Recorded Sessions
Link to the Software & Cloud-Based Resources Web Page --Â there are additional resources for most of the technology tools presented in Tech Talks on this website.Â
Date
TopicÂ
DescriptionÂ
Meeting / Recorded Session Link
Tuesday, 9 Sept
What Digital Tools are Available? Where can I find support?
Explore the full range of digital tools available to DoDEA educators, including how to verify tool approval and locate self-help resources for effective implementation. This session will guide participants in finding, accessing, and confidently using instructional technologies to enhance teaching and learning.Â
Thursday, 11 Sept
Classlink & BackpackÂ
Discover how Classlink and its Backpack feature can streamline access to digital resources, personalize student learning, and support instructional goals. This session will provide practical strategies for integrating Classlink into daily teaching workflows to boost engagement and efficiency.Â
Tuesday, 16 Sept
Digital Classroom Management StrategiesÂ
In today’s tech-rich classrooms, managing student engagement with digital tools is essential. This session explores practical techniques for maintaining focus and accountability using tools like Pear Deck, Lumio, NetSupport, and Choice Boards/Learning Stations. Educators will leave with actionable strategies to monitor student activity, foster autonomy, and create structured digital learning experiences.Â
Thursday, 18 Sept
Google Classroom & AI: Smarter Planning, Deeper EngagementÂ
Learn how the latest AI-powered features in Google Classroom can streamline lesson planning, generate rubrics and practice sets, and provide actionable analytics to monitor student engagement. This session also highlights interactive tools like embedded YouTube questions and other strategies to enhance student learning in a digital environment.
Tuesday, 23 Sept
Partnering with AI: DoDEA-Approved Tools to Support Planning and CreativityÂ
Discover how DoDEA-approved AI tools like Notebook LM, Gemini and Co-pilot can serve as collaborative partners in lesson planning, activity creation, and personalized learning. This session emphasizes how educators can use AI to spark creativity, save time, and enhance student success—while keeping the teacher at the center of the process.Â
Thursday, 25 Sept
Ignite Learning with Discovery Education: Tools to Empower Teaching and Engage StudentsÂ
Explore the latest features in Discovery Education that transform classroom instruction and spark student curiosity. This session highlights powerful DE tools including: Formative Assessments, Background Builders, Immersive Reader for differentiation, current events resources, and interactive video questions, all designed to support dynamic, and inquiry-driven learning.
Tuesday 21 Oct
Thursday 23 Oct
No SessionsÂ
Tech Talks will not be held due to DET conference this week.
No Sessions This Week