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Managing instructional technology services including:
Managing instructional technology services including:
Summary 1 : This webinar demonstrated how EquIP HQ can revolutionize teaching strategies and boost student engagement.EquIP HQ provides a range of tools, including interactive lesson plans, multimedia resources, and practical activities, all aligned with educational standards. During the webinar, I learned how to effectively integrate these tools into your curriculum to create dynamic and innovative learning experiences for students.
Summary 2: This edWebinar provided straightforward strategies for supporting and keeping teachers. It explained how to effectively coach teachers using methods like mentorship and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) . The session offered practical ideas for improving teaching practices and using resources wisely.
Summary 3:The webinar focused on creating accessible learning environments through Universal Design for Learning (UDL). It began with "Smart Inclusion," exploring how UDL principles enhance educational settings. The session covered the benefits of using hands-on manipulatives and technology, such as tablets and assistive tools, to support diverse learning needs. It also provided examples of student work and tools for implementing UDL in collaborative settings. The webinar concluded with strategies for designing accessible Makerspaces, underscoring the importance of creating inclusive and adaptable learning spaces to ensure all students can thrive and develop their technological skills.
Summary :For one of my classes, we organized a team-building fair that featured a variety of games and challenges .We used icebreakers and team-building exercises to engage and build rapport with students and staff. The event emphasized the importance of maintaining a positive, flexible, and solution-oriented approach to problems.
On the same day, I attended two professional presentations that further supported my efforts in establishing rapport and enhancing engagement. The first presentation, "Social Media in Education," explored how social media platforms can be leveraged to build connections and engage students more effectively. This insight is valuable for fostering rapport by creating relatable and interactive communication channels. The second presentation, "Social Emotional Learning (SEL) in Education," highlighted strategies for integrating SEL into the curriculum, which is crucial for building strong relationships and understanding students' emotional and social needs. Both presentations provided valuable tools and strategies to enhance rapport-building efforts in educational settings.
Summary : This edWebinar focuses on integrating positive digital habits, routines, and expectations into educational settings. The session provided effective strategies for embedding digital citizenship into daily routines and instruction. It also explored ways to engage families in reinforcing these practices at home. Additionally, the webinar highlighted the importance of creating a safe physical environment that is conducive to learning.
Summary : The webinar contrasted traditional learning, which is fixed and accommodates specific students, with UDL, which is flexible and accommodates all learners, beginning with a universally designed environment and extending to the curriculum.Tyler Samstag's webinar on creating learning environments that enable all learners to thrive emphasized the importance of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). He discussed how variability exists in all fields and the necessity of designing with flexibility to benefit everyone, not just the minority. He stressed that educators are designers who should create environments that embody these principles to proactively meet all students' needs, utilizing tools like text-to-speech and speech-to-text apps.