K-12 PD

Professional Development Opportunities

Transform teaching and learning with professional development from Kiker Learning. We specialize in creating hands-on workshops, available both in-person and online, that equip your teachers with strategies they can use tomorrow.

Learn from the best. Our expert facilitators, including Google for Education Certified Trainers and Innovators, are masters of their craft. Every session is designed as an immersive experience, ensuring that learning is engaging, memorable, and has a direct impact on student outcomes.

Your school, your plan. This flexible model allows you to choose from our catalog of proven workshops or work with our team to build a completely customized agenda tailored to your specific goals and vision.

Harnessing AI in Education 🤖

Navigate the future of learning with sessions focused on artificial intelligence. Learn how to leverage AI to save time, differentiate instruction, and foster critical thinking.

Foundational Concepts: AI in the Modern Classroom, Gemini, NotebookLM
Platform-Specific Training: ChatGPT, MagicSchool, Brisk, SchoolAI, Newsela
AI-Powered Research: Deep Research with Canvas & AI Tools

Innovative Digital Tools & Strategies 🛠️

Go beyond the basics with workshops on today's most effective and engaging educational technology platforms and instructional methods.

Student Engagement Platforms: Pear Deck, Nearpod, Seesaw
Creative & Design Tools: Canva, Figma & Figjam, Screencasting & Web Publishing
Accessibility & Literacy Support: Texthelp Suite (Read & Write, Equatio)
Gamification & Immersive Learning: eSports, Gamification, Digital Escape Rooms, Virtual Labs
Microsoft Solutions: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams

Modern Pedagogical Practices & Frameworks 🧠

Focus on the "how" of teaching with workshops centered on proven instructional strategies that enhance student agency, engagement, and deep learning.

Personalized Learning: Blended Instruction, Station Rotation, Digital Choice Boards, Self-Paced Classrooms
Inquiry & Thinking Frameworks: Design Thinking, Visible Thinking Routines, Project-Based Learning (PBL)
Student-Centered Practices: Enhancing Student Voice, Formative Assessment Strategies, LEGO Serious Play
Instructional Excellence: Best Practices for Instruction & Feedback, Accelerated Learning Workshops
Supporting the Whole Child: Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Tools & Resources

Mastering the Google for Education Ecosystem 🚀

Dive deep into the collaborative tools that power modern learning environments. From foundational skills to advanced administration, we have you covered.

Core Workspace Suite: Google Classroom, Workspace & Drive, Gmail & Calendar, Google Meet
Creative & Inquiry Tools: Google Maps & Earth, YouTube, Gemini, NotebookLM
For Young Learners: K-2 Can Too: Workspace and AI for Young Learners
Device & Browser Mastery: Chrome Browser & Chromebooks
Admin & IT Solutions: Admin Console, Device Management, Security Audit
Official Certifications: Google for Education Certified Educator Programs

Enhancing Core Content Areas with Technology 📚

Integrate technology seamlessly into subject-specific instruction to create dynamic and relevant learning experiences for all students.

Math: The Student-Centered Math Classroom (Elementary/Secondary), Engaging Discourse for Math
Science & STEM: Science and Inquiry Online, Learning Out Loud with STEM Journals, Storybook STEM
Literacy & ELA: Digital Storytelling, Innovative Approaches to Literacy
Special Education: Enhancing SPED with Online Tools (K-12 Breakouts Available)
Cross-Curricular Skills: Computational Thinking, Financial Literacy, Virtual Field Trips

Don't See What You Need? Let's Build It! 💡

Your vision is our blueprint. We specialize in co-creating fully customized workshops and multi-day learning experiences tailored precisely to the needs of your school or district. Contact us to start designing your perfect professional development day.