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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from August 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey, and pass the assessment. For details, read the Registration & Credit Options section on the registration page.

Assessment is one of the most time-intensive and critical aspects of teaching--but artificial intelligence (AI) is changing that equation. In this dynamic workshop, we'll explore how education-focused AI tools can help you design more varied, accessible, and meaningful assessments that support student growth while saving valuable planning time. You'll gain hands-on experience with free, web-based AI resources that generate customized formative checks, rubrics, authentic performance tasks, and differentiated feedback aligned to your specific learning goals. Discover how to thoughtfully integrate these tools into your assessment strategies to meet diverse learner needs, encourage student reflection, and provide more timely guidance. Leave with practical strategies for balancing the efficiency of AI with your professional expertise to create assessment experiences that elevate student agency and engagement. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Design AI-enhanced assessments that align with standards while addressing diverse learning needs. 2. Use AI tools to create customized rubrics and feedback to make differentiation more manageable. 3. Develop strategies for thoughtfully integrating AI into assessment practices while maintaining instructional integrity. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.

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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from August 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey, and pass the assessment. For details, read the Registration & Credit Options section on the registration page.

Take your Adobe Express skills to the next level by exploring powerful applications for student-centered learning! This workshop will show you how to leverage Adobe Express for authentic assessment, differentiated instruction, and creative projects across the curriculum. You'll design learning experiences that develop students' digital literacy while addressing content standards, with a focus on supporting diverse learners through multiple means of expression. Whether you're new to Adobe Express or building on existing skills, you'll leave with ready-to-implement project ideas and assessment strategies that will help your students become confident digital creators. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Use Adobe Express to design project-based learning experiences that promote student agency and digital literacy. 2. Apply differentiation strategies that support diverse learning needs and provide multiple means of expression. 3. Implement assessment approaches that evaluate both content knowledge and creative communication skills. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.

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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from July 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey, and pass the assessment. For details, read the Registration & Credit Options section on the registration page.

Elevate classroom dialogue beyond basic Q&A to create powerful learning opportunities! This workshop will equip you with practical questioning frameworks that promote deeper thinking and encourage all students to participate. Discover digital tools that amplify student voice, practice questioning techniques that build both cognitive and social-emotional skills, and leave with ready-to-implement strategies that make student thinking visible while fostering a positive classroom community. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Implement strategic questioning techniques that increase cognitive engagement and equitable participation. 2. Utilize digital tools to enhance classroom dialogue and make student thinking visible. 3. Apply questioning frameworks that support both academic growth and social-emotional development. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.

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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from July 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey, and pass the assessment. For details, read the Registration & Credit Options section on the registration page.

Explore how to use Microsoft Forms as a powerful tool for differentiated instruction. Educators will learn how to design forms that use branching logic to adapt to student needs, embed multimedia for accessibility and engagement, and analyze response data to inform instruction. Grounded in the ASCD Transformational Learning Principles and aligned with ISTE Standards, this session empowers educators to create inclusive, student-centered learning experiences. Whether you're supporting struggling learners, extending challenges to advanced students, or collecting formative data to guide instruction, this workshop will provide practical strategies and tools that will help you meet diverse classroom needs. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Design forms that incorporate branching logic to support differentiated learning paths. 2. Integrate multimedia elements to enhance accessibility and engagement for diverse learners. 3. Use response data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.

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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from July 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey, and pass the assessment. For details, read the Registration & Credit Options section on the registration page.

Discover how Google Notebook LM can revolutionize your approach to classroom content and research! This powerful AI research assistant helps educators organize, analyze, and transform content from multiple sources into engaging learning materials. Learn how to use Notebook LM to create podcast-style audio overviews, generate study guides, develop mind maps of complex topics, and craft effective assessments--all while maintaining source integrity. Whether you're creating differentiated materials for diverse learners, preparing professional development resources, or guiding students through research projects, Notebook LM provides innovative solutions that will save you time and enhance student engagement. Don't miss this introduction to a free tool that supports personalized learning, builds critical thinking skills, and makes content more accessible for all students. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Use Google Notebook LM to create customized learning materials that meet diverse student needs. 2. Transform content into multiple formats to increase accessibility and engagement. 3. Apply Notebook LM strategies that support critical thinking and personalized learning. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.

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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from July 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey, and pass the assessment. For details, read the Registration & Credit Options section on the registration page.

Are your teaching ideas scattered across sticky notes, emails, and random documents? Discover how to make Google Keep your digital command center for organizing thoughts, tracking tasks, and streamlining your professional workflow. This engaging one-hour session explores how Keep's versatile features--from collaborative notes to location-based reminders--can transform both your personal productivity and instructional approach. You'll learn practical strategies for using Keep to collect instructional resources, provide student feedback, manage classroom tasks, and model effective digital organization for your students. Join us to explore how this underutilized Google Workspace tool can help you reclaim your time and mental space for what matters most: creative, meaningful teaching. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Implement Google Keep's core features to capture and organize teaching resources across devices and Google applications. 2. Design efficient organizational systems by using labels, color-coding, and reminders to streamline instructional workflows. 3. Apply collaborative features to enhance student feedback, resource sharing, and classroom management practices. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.

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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from July 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey, and pass the assessment. For details, read the Registration & Credit Options section on the registration page.

Many educators use Google Chrome daily, but browsing only scratches the surface of what this powerful tool can do. In this engaging session, you'll discover built-in Chrome features that streamline research, simplify classroom management, enhance accessibility, and boost your productivity. Learn how to harness Chrome's native tools for everything from organizing tabs and creating custom searches to capturing screenshots and translating content on the fly. These practical techniques work on any device running Chrome, making them perfect for educators in diverse technology environments. Whether you're a tech-savvy teacher looking to optimize your workflow or someone who wants to reduce digital frustration, you'll walk away with immediately applicable skills that enhance both your efficiency and instructional effectiveness. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Apply Chrome productivity techniques to organize information and manage digital workspaces. 2. Use built-in accessibility and reading tools to support diverse student needs. 3. Implement Chrome's overlooked gems to enhance instructional delivery and model digital literacy. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.

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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from July 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey, and pass the assessment. For details, read the Registration & Credit Options section on the registration page.

Move from concept to creation in this hands-on workshop! Work with a customizable template designed for educational settings and learn to adapt it for your instructional needs. Master essential site-building skills--from creating intuitive navigation to embedding interactive elements--while implementing accessibility features that support all learners. Regardless of your technology comfort level, you'll leave with a functional site framework that's ready for classroom implementation. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Create a well-structured site with effective navigation that aligns with learning objectives. 2. Incorporate multimedia elements to enhance student engagement. 3. Apply accessibility best practices to ensure equitable access for all users. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.

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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from July 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey, and pass the assessment. For details, read the Registration & Credit Options section on the registration page.

Timelines are powerful visual tools that can transform how students understand chronology, cause and effect, and the evolution of ideas in any subject area. In this hands-on workshop, we'll explore three versatile, free timeline creation tools you can implement at any grade level. You'll learn how to use timelines not just as presentation tools, but as dynamic frameworks for student inquiry, collaboration, and assessment. Discover strategies for scaffolding student comprehension from introduction to assessment while empowering learners to make connections between events, identify patterns, and visualize change over time. Whether you're teaching history, science, literature, or another subject, you'll leave with practical approaches to integrating interactive timelines that engage students and provide valuable insights into their understanding. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Design learning experiences that use timelines to scaffold student comprehension in any subject area. 2. Evaluate three free timeline creation tools based on their specific classroom needs and learning objectives. 3. Create an implementation plan that integrates timeline activities into their curriculum. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.

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