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May 18, 2022
Custom Drop-Down Menus in Google Docs
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A NEW feature alert!
You can now insert drop-down menus in Google Docs.
This is a great way to indicate the status of projects, writing drafts, ask questions, track PBL, and more!
Watch the video below to learn how!
Custom Drop-Down Menus in Google Docs
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May 17, 2022
Tips and Tools to Improve Parent-Teacher Communication – SULS0158
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In this episode, Kasey shares her favorite tips and tools to improve parent-teacher communication. Technology can help improve communication and save valuable time. Let’s explore practical tips, digital tools, and strategies to communicate effectively with parents.
Communication with parents can often make or break a student’s school year. Keeping parents informed is always a top priority for educators and usually, it requires several modes of communication. We want to be transparent and timely in sharing information with our parents. These tips and tools will not only help support students and parents but also provide a record for teachers.
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There are a few ways that virtual tech support and tutorials can help parents. Of course, in these pandemic times of virtual learning, we are all now accustomed to this situation and the need for support in this area. However, a tutorial might also be helpful for parents who may not be as familiar with the technology. They may need help navigating a classroom website or the online grade book.
Screencastify is a simple Chrome extension that will save all recordings onto your Google Drive automatically. It’s free and allows you to edit, add text, and much more.
Loom is very similar to Screecastify, and also offers free and paid versions. Loom adds a more personal touch by including your face video in the corner while you share the tutorial.
Iorad is another screen recording tool that allows you to record an interactive tutorial. For example, if you want to walk parents through a website with a number of clicks, Iorad allows them to click through that process.
Consider how these tutorials need to be stored and then accessed by parents. A district or building a YouTube channel may be the best option. Sharing a playlist link or individual video link is super simple.
Google Drive links can also be embedded on websites or in emails.
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Important dates and reminders can often be an expectation for parents to see within their social media feed. It’s likely parents visit those communication tools daily and will see those important announcements and reminders.
Parents and students enjoy seeing pictures from special events and celebrations that happen during the school day. However, it’s important to consider how student images are being shared. Episode 153 of the Shake Up Learning show provides ten reasons to stop and think before sharing images of children on social media.
The most common social media platforms that teachers and schools are using to share information with parents include Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and occasionally TikTok.
For those utilizing social media to communicate it’s worth sharing that Canva offers a number of templates. Using templates can help save time and allow for a cohesive, branded look that will help parents see it as official information.
In the instances where schools have participated in remote learning, teachers were away from classroom telephones. As a solution, many turned to a Google Voice phone number for talking directly with parents. This is a phone number that is connected to your Google account and offers voice calls, text messaging, as well as, voicemail.
Email is by far the most popular form of communication. One of the best ways to leverage this communication tool is through the email signature. There, teachers can add links to other communication tools.
Text messaging through a personal phone number may not be something teachers want to provide to parents. Remind is a great tool that allows teachers to send messages without being linked to their personal phone numbers. The options to send links, images, or voice clips are all available. This also keeps a record of the communication that took place between the teacher and parent. Messages can also be sent to a group or individuals.
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Many of the most popular platforms allow for teachers to automate communication about grades and assignments. Google Classroom allows guardians to input their email addresses and set up notices for assignments. Schoology, Canvas, and Seesaw also provide ways for parents to see student progress and assignments.
Class Dojo is a tool used mostly in the elementary grades as a behavioral management tool. Teachers have the ability to send personalized messages along with the behavior updates automatically shared with parents.
Surveys and FeedbackAt the start of every school year, it’s a good idea to connect with parents and ask them about their preferred method of communication. Comparing your preferred tools to parent-preferred tools can help you navigate which tutorials might be necessary to start.
Two tools that can help generate feedback are Google Forms and Jotform. Google Forms is a great way to help you see what’s most popular and collect information that can be saved in a spreadsheet. JotForms are great for taking a PDF information sheet and making it digital. Once parents answer all the questions the form can be printed in its original form and added to a binder.
Parent-Teacher Conferences and General UpdatesAnother innovative option that surfaced during the pandemic is the option to have virtual conferences. Whether these meetings are a typical update or a necessary meeting to comply with the special needs of a student, Google Meet, Zoom, or Microsoft Teams are popular tools.
Google calendar now allows for a booking page! This can be used to create appointment time slots where parents can choose their time and day based on your provided options.
When choosing a video conferencing tool consider the needs of the parents. Google Meet can provide , as well as, translated captions. Google Docs also provides a translation feature. Perhaps it is necessary to keep a document of notes during the conference, a Google Doc can allow for collaboration and a record of the meeting.
Flipgrid is often referenced for students, but it could be used for personal video messages being shared with parents. Rather than mailing a positive postcard, Flipgrid could be the place to share something positive that a student did that day.
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Throughout the school year, it may be necessary to share classroom resources with parents. Perhaps students are using an online textbook, web-based reading materials, or specific web-based learning tools, these can all be collected inside of Wakelet. While these may be used by students, it helps when parents understand and know how to help their students access them.
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Another way that Wakelet can help is to collect resources specifically for parents. Any video tutorials, links to class websites, or even a virtual newsletter can help keep everything in one place to easily locate.
When mapping out how you will communicate with parents it’s important to consider the time it takes to complete a single communication tool. Designing and writing a newsletter could be incredibly time-consuming. However, utilizing a template from Canva could help speed up the process. In episodes 132 and 133, Kasey shares more than 30 ways to use the templates that Canva provides for educators.
Class Blogs are another great way to share information with parents. Providing parents with a singular place that shares all the information, even in the palm of their hand, can be a major time saver for teachers.
Some of the most common options for creating this type of website include Edublogs, WordPress, Weebly, or Google Sites. While Google Sites is not officially a blog, it is a simple way to create a classroom website with embedded documents, images, and links.
No matter how you choose to communicate with parents it’s always a great idea to begin with some collaboration. Check with administrators to learn if there are preferred tools. Talk with colleagues and team members to help generate consistency and time-saving habits. It may be possible to share the work in creating general communications. Even students can help!
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May 11, 2022
Emoji Reactions in Google Docs
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A NEW feature in Google Docs!
You can now add emoji reactions in Google Docs.
This works much like comments.
Look for the smiley face to select and insert any emoji you want.
This is perfect for collaboration!
Watch the video below to learn how!
Emoji Reactions in Google Docs
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May 4, 2022
How to Customize the Theme Color in Google Classroom
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A NEW feature in Google Classroom!
You can now select a theme color from eight different colors!
Choose from eight different colors that will become an accent color in your class.
I wish you could pick ANY color, but this is a step in the right direction.
Watch the video below to learn how!
How to Customize the Theme Color in Google Classroom
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May 3, 2022
How to Plan an AWESOME Book Study!
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Book studies are a great way to level up your professional learning! I get a lot of questions about different 
ways to run book studies for educators, how to choose a book, what tools to use, and how to keep your group engaged.
So I decided to put this post together, How to Plan an Awesome Book Study, to help guide you along the way.
I have been a part of what seems like hundreds of mandated book studies that simply fall flat.
Some books were great, some were not. Some conversations were great, others were BOR—ING.
Some studies changed my mindset and/or my practice, some were not worth the ink on the paper.
Let’s break this down and think through some ways to improve your professional group book studies!
How to Plan an AWESOME Book Study!
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STEP 1: Define Your AudienceWho will be reading this book? Is it open to educators at all levels and subject areas? Or is this a study for administrators? What type of administrators? Maybe this is a study for instructional coaches, a tech team, or even one that involves parents and the community.
Think through all of the possibilities for your audience and be sure you are forming a group with meaning. If not, consider forming multiple groups to better meet the needs of everyone. Trust me, nothing is worse than being forced to read a book about something that doesn’t really pertain to your role as an educator.
If you are unsure who will be participating, send out a Google Form survey.
STEP 2: Select Book Study LeadersYou need to ensure that someone is taking the lead so this whole shebang doesn’t fall apart. Is that person you? Maybe. Better yet, form a collaborative partnership or team to take the reigns and help the group navigate.
This doesn’t have to be complicated, but in my experience, a book study without a leader can often lead to less participation and far less implementation.
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Why are you doing this book study? Is it because your admin says you have to do two book studies per year? I hope not. A meaningful book study should always start with the why, just like the learning in our classrooms.
Is your goal to help teachers become more comfortable with technology? Is a book going to do that? Maybe.Is your goal to get teachers to make the shift to facilitator?Is your goal to help shift the mindset of your faculty?Is your goal to help teachers learn how to develop better assessments?Is your goal to focus on PBL?Is your goal to introduce innovative ideas?Think carefully about the vision for your organization, school, or group, and connect this book study to your mission and goals. Make sure every one of the leaders is on the same page and in agreement before you move to step four.
STEP 4: Choosing a Book for Your Book StudyOnce you have defined your audience and selected your leaders, it is time to select a book. Give your participants a choice! If you want buy-in and to truly effect change in your organization, you must give the participants a say in what they read. There is no shortage of books out there.
My suggestion is to have the leaders of the book study pick three to five books that fit the needs of your specific audience. Then share the choices with your participants for a vote. (Looking for ideas? Check out my recommended book list.)
Voting on a book can be fun! This can be something you do as a group, face-to-face, where you offer a “tasting” of the book options. Or with larger groups, you can create a Google Form for voting. Facebook, Twitter, and other platforms also offer some easy-to-use polling options, depending on how you communicate with your group.
If your group is over 20, DO NOT send this out as a mass email and ask for replies! What a waste of time. Use a digital tool to do the work for you.
STEP 5: Leaders Read the Book and Plan the StudyYes, you read that correctly, read and plan the study before you start. Novel idea, I know! If you wing it, or just stay a chapter ahead, you will fail to connect the dots to the bigger picture and your overall goal.
So read, take notes, and begin to picture all the ways this book study could be facilitated, and how you will divide up the chapters and material. Flag the sections that you expect could meet resistance or disagreement. Gather additional resources. This piece is critical before you move on to step six.
STEP 6: Decide How You Will Facilitate the Book StudyFacilitating a book study doesn’t have to be complicated if you plan and organize.
Plan out your timeline and decide on due dates for each chapter.Create discussion questions for each chapter.You may also have activities associated with each chapter. If so, now is the time to plan those out. Consider having participants create something to represent their learning, share reflections, sketch notes, booksnaps, lesson ideas, or other content related to the book’s topic.When and where will you meet to discuss?Choose an online platform to support the study. Even if you are meeting face-to-face, you will need something online that will help participants remember due dates and expectations.Platform suggestionsGoogle Classroom – great for assignments, calendars, and discussions in one location!Any type of website creatorFlipgridFacebook groupTwitter with a unique hashtagGoogle SitesPadletGoogle GroupsGoodreads groupSTEP 7: Facilitate with Finesse!Facilitate your book study with some TLC and genuine support! Build relationships and go beyond the content of the book. Find ways to connect and learn with your group. Don’t just ask and respond to questions, make this something special for participants.
Find ways to show positive support to those who struggle to keep up.Make it fun and engaging! Give away some swag or door prizes.Brag to administrators! Be sure you invite and tag your administrators if they are not participating so they can see the learning and support.STEP 8: FOLLOW UPOne of the critical missing pieces to most professional learning experiences is follow-up.
Don’t forget to set a few reminders, and schedule some tweets or posts to help your participants review important concepts and IMPLEMENT ideas from the book study.
Offer a way for participants to share what they have implemented with the group. Just don’t let it all fade away.
You may also want to connect this back to a bigger project where participants are required to design and implement it by a certain date.
Ready. Set. Go!I hope this helps you think through your book study projects and create a meaningful experience for your participants. Have more ideas to add to this list? Leave me a comment down below!
The Perfect Book Study Package!The Shake Up Learning books were designed with book studies in mind! Not only are these books a great read for any educator, any grade level, any subject, any role, but these books have the entire package to help you facilitate a successful book study!
In Shake Up Learning and Blended Learning with Google, you will find tons of support for your professional book study!
Discussion questions after each chapter. You don’t have to write your own! These are ready to go!Dedicated reflection pages after each chapter, helping you to encourage participants to think and reflect on their reading.Web resources and videos to support the books, including a dedicated webpage for each chapter! Planning and Implementation Chapters, to help readers TAKE ACTION on the content they read by designing meaningful lesson plans. FREE Downloads and Templates Meet the author! Contact me about doing a video chat with your group!FREE Stickers to support your book study!Bulk discounts for 10 or more books.Large group discounts on the online workshops.amzn_assoc_tracking_id = "shauplea-20";amzn_assoc_ad_mode = "manual";amzn_assoc_ad_type = "smart";amzn_assoc_marketplace = "amazon";amzn_assoc_region = "US";amzn_assoc_design = "enhanced_links";amzn_assoc_asins = "1946444693";amzn_assoc_placement = "adunit";amzn_assoc_linkid = "3567fefd26ae685b347909c6cb09d453";
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April 28, 2022
Teacher2Trainer Live Workshop Series
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Ready to make the transition from classroom teacher to trainer? This workshop is for you! Have you been wondering how to take your skills as a teacher to the next level? Delivering professional learning for educators and adult learners can help you advance your career, make more money, and find a job you love.
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April 27, 2022
Join Google Meet from Docs, Sheets, or Slides
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Now, you can easily join a Google Meet from Google Docs, Sheets, or Slides.
In addition to the present to Meet option, you can select “Join the call” from the comfort of your favorite Google apps!
To quickly join and present a document, spreadsheet, or presentation to all attendees, click on the “present to a meeting” on the top right.
Select a pre-scheduled meet from your calendar or enter a meeting code.
Voila!
Watch the video below to see exactly how this works.
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April 26, 2022
How has the Pandemic Changed EdTech? – SULS0155
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In this episode, Kasey interviews Doug Roberts, CEO, and Founder of the Institute for Education Innovation.
Together, Kasey and Doug discuss a lot of important topics, including the current state of educational leadership, how leaders can connect and access essential solutions, how the pandemic has changed edtech, learning loss, teacher retention, mental health and SEL, and getting teachers the respect and pay they deserve.
Listen in on this critical conversation!
Doug began his career as a high school history teacher, who fell in love with analyzing primary sources and sharing that with students. While looking for a way to supplement his income, Doug took a summer job working with a friend of a friend who had begun an online school in 2001. He moved onto an early LMS which was a launching point for him to recognize his talent for helping edtech companies expand.
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After years of meeting superintendents and working with technology vendors, Doug discovered that the two groups needed a solution for meeting each other. He solved this problem by listening to each group and providing them with what they needed, which was communication. That model became the Institute for Education Innovation. Superintendents are able to connect with IEI to share their greatest needs and then be connected with the companies that offer those solutions.
A Mass Exodus of EducatorsThe world of education is hemorrhaging its greatest talent. From superintendents who are chased away by communities to teachers folding under the pressure of the current reality in schools. Losing this much talent leaves a major gap for leaders in the educational system.
Doug shares that in many districts and communities a priority is not set for superintendents to learn and grow as leaders. Essentially, they have demonized learning for those who hold the highest leadership positions. Spending the money for leadership to learn from other leaders allows for growth to take place. It’s also important for colleagues across state lines to interact and learn from each other. amzn_assoc_tracking_id = "shauplea-20";amzn_assoc_ad_mode = "manual";amzn_assoc_ad_type = "smart";amzn_assoc_marketplace = "amazon";amzn_assoc_region = "US";amzn_assoc_design = "enhanced_links";amzn_assoc_asins = "1735601829";amzn_assoc_placement = "adunit";amzn_assoc_linkid = "45e28ed74bb20171862e30ab5be2b0c3";
One important factor brought on by the pandemic was the knowledge that many students were not being served. For example, the pandemic exposed the urban and rural pockets of children who do not have access to internet services.
Related: 5 Shifts We Need in Education Now!
Doug also points out the lack of women and people of color who are represented in leadership positions making major educational decisions for districts. When comparing the percentage of students to those who represent them in leadership positions the gaps are large. Roughly 20% of the superintendents are women, yet the percentage of female teachers is a massive majority.
Doug quotes a study that indicated 91% of the female superintendents surveyed expressed that they held that position of leadership based on the mentoring they received. This data should propel the current leadership to go looking for those women and teachers of color who have the skills to lead and provide them with mentorship.
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At the onset of the pandemic parents quickly learned some of the difficulties teachers deal with on a daily basis. Teachers gained the much-deserved respect that has always been due to them. This respect has now faded and teachers have been placed back in the line of fire with parents and communities censoring books and materials.
Related: Must-Have Tips and Tools for Pandemic Teaching
If stepping into a leadership position has ever been an aspiration of yours, now is the time to step up and take hold of that dream. Even if you may not currently pose the proper credentials speak up and reach out, those details will sort themselves out.
A number of education companies are also looking to hire former educators to come work for them. While this is extremely problematic for the current teacher shortage, these positions are available and possibly more appealing. However, working in the private sector could be too much of a difference and an extreme lifestyle change.
Is Learning Loss a Myth?Kasey brings up the topic of how this concept of “learning loss” is being coined by the media and talked about in many keynote speeches. Teachers are finding this offensive and dismissive of the hard work done throughout the pandemic. Doug shares that the reality is learning loss has been taking place all along, pandemic or no pandemic. Students who do not have resources at home or proper care are always at risk of learning loss.
Learning loss has always been placed on the shoulders of teachers rather than looking at the root causes of the problem. Doug shares that the districts he works with are looking for the right blend of resources to provide educators solutions for the learning loss that has happened with individual students.
Doug makes the point that it’s also incredibly important for educators to help students heal from the trauma of these past few years. It’s also important for leadership in education to help their educators heal their trauma as well. Prioritizing true methods of rest and healing opportunities over special treatment that masks as a reward. A jeans pass and food are not rewards that match the work. The same can be said for a day off not being the same as a raise.
Teachers deserve to be treated as professionals. Teachers deserve to be paid for the job they do. Teachers deserve greater respect. There are places where these topics are being discussed and changes are being made. Sharing and learning from other educators is the best thing educators can do for each other. Be part of the conversation or start the conversation. amzn_assoc_tracking_id = "shauplea-20";amzn_assoc_ad_mode = "manual";amzn_assoc_ad_type = "smart";amzn_assoc_marketplace = "amazon";amzn_assoc_region = "US";amzn_assoc_design = "enhanced_links";amzn_assoc_asins = "1946444693";amzn_assoc_placement = "adunit";amzn_assoc_linkid = "3567fefd26ae685b347909c6cb09d453";
About Doug RobertsDoug has worked with leading ed-tech entrepreneurs and district administrators for almost 20 years, developing partnerships that improve outcomes for students and help nascent organizations get their “sea legs.”
As Founder and President of Educational Solutions Consulting, Doug found that there was a piece of the puzzle missing, a barrier between those who run school districts and those who start companies to help school districts. He partnered with some of the nation’s most innovative educational leaders to form IEI to bridge that gap.
A Princeton graduate, Doug is a former public high school social studies teacher and ed-tech business development executive who earned his Ed.M. in Teaching and Curriculum from the Harvard University Graduate School of Education.
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April 20, 2022
How to Create a Parent-Teacher Conference Booking Page in Google Calendar
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Google Calendar has an awesome new Appointment Schedule feature that allows you to create a booking page, so parents can sign-up for a time slot for parent teacher conferences!
Use this to book all kinds of appointments!
Share a unique booking page with time slots that other people can book (similar to Calendly)!
Great for parents, coaching meetings, and more!
Watch the tutorial below to learn how to set this up in Google Calendar.
Parent Teacher Conference Sign-Up Appointment Page in Google Calendar!
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April 19, 2022
Change Your Teaching Career with Google Certification – SULS0154
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Looking to advance or change your teaching career?
Google Certifications can help you gain confidence, build your resume, learn new skills, connect with a community, and become a leader. (It worked for me!)
Learn about the benefits, what it takes, and how you can use your summer break to become a Google Certified Educator Level 1, Level 2, or even a Google Certified Trainer.
Change your Teaching Career with Google Certifications
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The Google Certification process will give you new confidence with Google tools and using technology in and out of the classroom. This is a benefit that almost every Google Certified Educator shares. Even when you are already very tech-savvy, there is something special about this process and receiving Google’s stamp of approval. This is definitely something that I have experienced myself and shared in The Shake Up Learning Story.
Build Your ResumeCertifications are great resume builders, and many schools are looking for Google Certified Educators and Google Certified Trainers. As many teachers consider changing schools, teaching positions, moving into administration and other departments, or even leaving education altogether, a certification from Google always looks good!
Tech Skills Will Transfer to Other JobsTechnology isn’t going anywhere. Almost every job will require some amount of technical skills and the skills that you learn through the Google Certifications will transfer. These are skills you can use even if you leave the classroom. Technology, and Google Workspace skills are essential in the twenty-first-century workforce.
FREE WEBINAR: How to Get Google Certified
Connecting and learning with other Google Certified Educators and Google Certified Trainers is a great way to stay on top of updates, network, and learn about job opportunities. In some ways it feels like you are joining a special family who all share a belief in doing what’s best for kids and offer tips and ideas for your classroom
Access to Early NDA Information from GoogleGoogle is constantly changing! It can be difficult to keep up. As a Google Certified Trainer, you will sign an NDA (non-disclosure agreement) that will allow Google to share exclusive information with you. Get early information about big updates to your favorite Google apps, work with Google teams on special projects, and even learn about new initiatives.
Become an EdTech LeaderBy growing your skills as a teacher, you can also set yourself apart as a leader. Many Google Certified Educators and Trainers are already great leaders, but can also increase their influence and skills by becoming the go-to Google person!
Become a Content Creator, Trainer, Consultant, or Work for an EdTech CompanyThe Google Certification path can shift your career! Whether you want to transform your classroom and become a more effective teacher, move up, or even work outside of education. Google Certification can help you become an expert content creator, train/teach other teachers, train/teach other adults outside of education, work for the corporate side of edtech, or even become an entrepreneur.
Success StoriesBelow are interviews with Google Certified Trainers sharing their journies:
Google Success Story: Pam Hubler, Google Certified TrainerGoogle Success Story: Jacinta Keenan, Google Certified Trainer*Related: The Shake Up Learning Story (my path)
Get Started with Google Certification this Summer!FREE Webinar: How to Get Google Certified
Do you want to learn more about the certifications and what it takes to achieve each one?
Getting Google Certified can be daunting and confusing, so I put together this free webinar on How to Get Google Certified!
In this webinar, I will give you an overview of Google Certification, Google Certified Educator Level 1, Google Certified Educator Level 2, and Google Certified Trainer.
REGISTER for the WebinarGoogle Certification Academies
I also teach online boot camps to walk you through all the skills and help you prepare for the exams. I have helped thousands of educators through these online, self-paced courses!
Learn more about each course using the links below:
Level 1 AcademyLevel 2 AcademyTrainer AcademyGoogle Training for Schools
We have many programs to help your teachers learn how to meaningfully integrate Google tools and the entire suite in the classroom. From online courses to books, to face-to-face training, we got you covered!
COVID-19 forced many teachers and schools to scramble to find tools to deliver online assignments, design digital learning experiences, and Google for Education was the number one suite of tools to help make this a reality.
Just in time resources and learning will help teachers, students, and parents survive the crisis. When we return to the new normal, Google skills will help set the foundation for more dynamic and meaningful learning in the classroom.
Get your entire campus or district on board with Google! Help your teachers learn more about Google tools, Google Classroom, and meaningful technology integration strategies. You can even help all your teachers become Google Certified Educators!
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