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Manitoba- Framework for Learning - Manitoba Education and Early Childhood Learning
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Looking for a streamlined, bilingual teaching resource? The Manitoba Framework for Learning is a comprehensive K-12 hub designed to support educators in planning, teaching, and assessing...more
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Looking for a streamlined, bilingual teaching resource? The Manitoba Framework for Learning is a comprehensive K-12 hub designed to support educators in planning, teaching, and assessing across all subject areas. Available in both English and French, it includes curriculum guides, policy documents, and support materials for English, Francais, and French Immersion programs. The framework emphasizes Manitoba's Global Competencies of Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration, Creativity, Citizenship, and Connection to Self, while providing real classroom examples and assessment guidance. This user-friendly site is a valuable tool for teachers seeking to create meaningful and inclusive learning experiences.
tag(s): collaboration (92), critical thinking (152), french (67)
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Have students work in small groups to solve a local or global issue (e.g., food waste, community wellness) using Manitoba's six Global Competencies (Critical Thinking, Creativity, Citizenship, etc.). They can present solutions through videos made with Powtoon, reviewed here. Inspired by the "Stories of Practice" section, have students document and reflect on their own learning journey over several weeks using photos, writing, or voice recordings in Book Creator, reviewed here. Have students create bilingual comics using Make an Animation, reviewed here in both English and French.
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How the Body Works - Nemour KidsHealth
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1 to 5
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Ever wish your science lessons could feel more like an adventure through the human body? Check out this site featuring colorful, easy-to-understand animations, articles, and activities...more
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Ever wish your science lessons could feel more like an adventure through the human body? Check out this site featuring colorful, easy-to-understand animations, articles, and activities tailored for elementary- and middle-school students. Covering everything from the brain and bones to the heart and skin, this interactive site helps students explore body systems in a fun and accessible way. The resource also includes quizzes and videos in both English and Spanish, making it ideal for diverse and multilingual classrooms. It's a perfect companion for any unit on health or human anatomy!
tag(s): body systems (45), heart (26), human body (95), respiration (11)
In the Classroom
Create riddles describing various body parts or systems using information from the site. Students take turns guessing and then locating that part or system on a diagram. Using the interactive diagrams on the site, students draw and label the major organs, then explain each organ's function in their own words. Pair students to explore both the English and Spanish versions of an article or video. They can identify and compare key terms, creating a mini glossary of science vocabulary in both languages.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Social Emotional Skills - Sesame Workshop
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K to 1
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The Social Emotional Skills section of Sesame Workshop's website offers a wide range of free, research-informed resources designed to help young children develop key social and emotional...more
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The Social Emotional Skills section of Sesame Workshop's website offers a wide range of free, research-informed resources designed to help young children develop key social and emotional competencies. It includes activities, videos, and printables that support skills such as understanding and expressing emotions, building resilience, forming friendships, learning calming strategies, and contributing positively to the community. The content is engaging and age-appropriate, often featuring beloved Sesame Street characters to make learning relatable and fun. Resources are also available in multiple languages, and they help parents, caregivers, and educators foster healthy relationships, confidence, and empathy in children. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
tag(s): preK (291), social and emotional learning (129)
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Use short Sesame Street videos as a morning meeting opener to introduce emotions, friendship skills, or calming strategies, followed by a quick class discussion. Create a classroom calm-down corner using breathing strategies, visuals, or routines shared on the site to reinforce emotional awareness throughout the day. Pair social-emotional lessons with read-alouds by using character examples from the site to model empathy, problem-solving, and respectful communication.
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Open Peeps - Pablo Stanley
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4 to 12
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Open Peeps is a free website that offers a library of hand-drawn illustrations. If you join the library, you can mix and match clothing and hairstyles, change emotions, and create ...more
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Open Peeps is a free website that offers a library of hand-drawn illustrations. If you join the library, you can mix and match clothing and hairstyles, change emotions, and create images with different poses.
tag(s): images (256)
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Students can use Figjam, reviewed here to recreate new images. Students can use the images to create comics using Witty Comics, reviewed here. Finally, students can create a story with various images using Imagine Forest, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Pixnio - Lembink Badae and Mohit Pathak
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1 to 12
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Pixnio is a free image and stock photo website offering a wide range of photo galleries, including Animals, Objects, Photography, Insects, Computers, Plants, Art, Travel, and more....more
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Pixnio is a free image and stock photo website offering a wide range of photo galleries, including Animals, Objects, Photography, Insects, Computers, Plants, Art, Travel, and more. When searching for images, be careful not to select the iStock images that appear at the top of search results, as those images are not free. In addition to browsing and downloading free photos, you can also upload your own images to the site.
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tag(s): images (256), photography (129)
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Students can use search for images while creating a presentation using Presentations AI, reviewed here. Students can use the images to create a digital story while using Imagine Forest, reviewed here. Finally, students can insert the images into a comic strip while using Witty Comics, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Noun Project - Sofya Polyakov, Edward Boatman, and Scott Thomas
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5 to 12
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The Noun Project is an online library of royalty-free icons and stock photos created by a global community of designers. The Noun Project has over 8 million free vector icons ...more
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The Noun Project is an online library of royalty-free icons and stock photos created by a global community of designers. The Noun Project has over 8 million free vector icons and high-resolution photos. When searching on the Noun Project, you can search by Icons, Photos, API, and Tools. The free plan allows for access to millions of icons and photos, human-moderated for quality and diversity.
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tag(s): images (256), photography (129)
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Students can use the Noun Project for searching for images for various projects while using Google Slides, reviewed here. Students can use Canva Docs, reviewed here to create stories while importing images from the Noun Project. Have students use the images to add to the creation of infographics that they are creating while using Infographics Presentation Templates, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Instance.so - mimo
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9 to 12
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Imagine describing what you want in plain language and instantly getting back a fully functional app, website, or game. That's the promise of Instance.so, an AI-powered no-code platform...more
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Imagine describing what you want in plain language and instantly getting back a fully functional app, website, or game. That's the promise of Instance.so, an AI-powered no-code platform that lets users build digital products simply by "vibe coding," which is typing or speaking a prompt and watching the software take shape. Whether you need a scheduler, fitness coach site, mini-game, or data tool, Instance.so creates responsive layouts, app logic, navigation, and backend features in just minutes, with no programming required. It launches your app instantly on the web, with hosting included, making it "like having an AI developer in your pocket." Free plans include 3 app slots, a daily limit of 5 messages, and a monthly limit of 30 messages. The free plan doesn't include the ability to publish as mobile apps.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (233), DAT device agnostic tool (125), data (158), organizational skills (82)
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Students can design and build a personal web-based app to showcase their writing, artwork, STEM projects, or resumes, turning traditional portfolios into interactive digital experiences. In STEM or social studies, challenge students to identify a real-world issue (like recycling, time management, or mental health awareness) and build a simple app that offers a solution. Integrate with business or tech classes by having students invent and prototype a startup idea, using Instance.so to create a functional demo app they can pitch to peers or a mock "Shark Tank" panel. Learners can create educational games or interactive quizzes aligned with science, history, or ELA content, reinforcing learning through design thinking and application.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: Toolkit Tuesday: The Science of Reading - TeachersFirst
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from November 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey,...more
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from November 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 you looking for free digital tools to support the Science of Reading across all grade levels? Ready to discover how technology can transform your reading instruction? This workshop will explore six powerful tools that align with the Science of Reading and work seamlessly with elementary, middle, and high school students. In this session, you'll dive deep into two crucial literacy concepts: word work and comprehension. We'll explore how tools like Wordwall, Teach Your Monster, ICT Games, ReadWorks, CommonLit, and educational podcasts can create engaging, evidence-based learning experiences that meet diverse student needs. Whether you're supporting emerging readers or advanced students, you'll leave with the practical strategies and confidence you need to implement these tools immediately. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Evaluate free digital tools for their alignment with the principles of the Science of Reading and their effectiveness across grade levels. 2. Use digital tools to apply evidence-based pedagogical strategies that enhance word work and comprehension instruction. 3. Design implementation plans that adapt these tools to specific grade levels, content areas, and student populations. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Are you looking for free digital tools to support the Science of Reading across all grade levels? Ready to discover how technology can transform your reading instruction? This workshop will explore six powerful tools that align with the Science of Reading and work seamlessly with elementary, middle, and high school students. In this session, you'll dive deep into two crucial literacy concepts: word work and comprehension. We'll explore how tools like Wordwall, Teach Your Monster, ICT Games, ReadWorks, CommonLit, and educational podcasts can create engaging, evidence-based learning experiences that meet diverse student needs. Whether you're supporting emerging readers or advanced students, you'll leave with the practical strategies and confidence you need to implement these tools immediately. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Evaluate free digital tools for their alignment with the principles of the Science of Reading and their effectiveness across grade levels. 2. Use digital tools to apply evidence-based pedagogical strategies that enhance word work and comprehension instruction. 3. Design implementation plans that adapt these tools to specific grade levels, content areas, and student populations. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): OK2Askarchive (80), professional development (287), reading strategies (92), science of reading (36)
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The archive of this teacher-friendly, hands-on webinar will empower and inspire you to use learning technology in the classroom and for professional productivity. As appropriate, specific classroom examples and ideas have been shared. View the session with a few of your teaching colleagues to find and share new ideas. Once registered, find additional reference materials, tutorials, and how-to information to help you review or extend your knowledge from the session in the handout posted on the session landing page. Resources may include additional ideas and examples on integrating the tools and strategies shared in classroom instruction. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Human Body - National Institutes of Health
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K to 12
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The National Institutes of Health (NIH) offers a comprehensive suite of free, standards-aligned STEM teaching resources designed to captivate students from elementary through high school....more
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The National Institutes of Health (NIH) offers a comprehensive suite of free, standards-aligned STEM teaching resources designed to captivate students from elementary through high school. This collection encompasses a variety of multimedia materials, including videos, interactive lessons, and activities that explore anatomy, body systems, growth and development, and health education. Whether you're introducing young learners to basic body parts or guiding older students through complex physiological processes, these resources provide engaging content to support your curriculum. The collection also features materials that highlight the body's self-regulation mechanisms and the stages of human development, offering a holistic view of human biology. Many of the resources are also available in Spanish, making the content more accessible for multilingual classrooms.
tag(s): body systems (45), human body (95), STEM (333)
In the Classroom
After reading about or watching a segment on health science careers from the NIH site, have students create mini-posters using DesignCap Poster Creator reviewed herehighlighting a biomedical profession, what it involves, and how it helps people. Begin with a simple body outline, then ask students to guess and draw which organs or systems are inside. Follow up with NIH videos or diagrams to compare and discuss their accuracy. Students can create an illustrated mini-book that explains how various systems (e.g., circulatory, skeletal, nervous) work together to perform everyday actions like eating, running, or thinking.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Human Body and Life Cycle - PBS LearningMedia
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K to 12
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Looking to bring the wonders of the human body into your classroom? PBS LearningMedia's The Human Body collection offers a comprehensive suite of free, standards-aligned resources designed...more
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Looking to bring the wonders of the human body into your classroom? PBS LearningMedia's The Human Body collection offers a comprehensive suite of free, standards-aligned resources designed to captivate students from elementary through high school. This collection encompasses a variety of multimedia materials, including videos, interactive lessons, and activities that explore anatomy, body systems, growth and development, and health education. Whether you're introducing young learners to basic body parts or guiding older students through complex physiological processes, these resources provide engaging content to support your curriculum. The collection also features materials that highlight the body's self-regulation mechanisms and the stages of human development, offering a holistic view of human biology. Many of the resources are also available in Spanish, making the content more accessible for multilingual classrooms.
tag(s): body systems (45), human body (95)
In the Classroom
Provide students with cards showing different organs and another set with body systems (e.g., digestive, circulatory). Have them match each organ to the correct system and explain its function. Set up learning stations with short clips, diagrams, and mini-experiments or models focused on specific systems (e.g., pulse checking for the circulatory system, balloon lungs for the respiratory system). After watching a video from the collection (like one on the circulatory system), students reflect in science journals or record videos on Padlet reviewed here explaining what they learned and posing a follow-up question.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Language Learning Game - Genially
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4 to 12
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Imagine transforming your language lessons into an engaging, interactive adventure! The Language Learning Game template from Genially offers educators a dynamic tool to achieve just...more
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Imagine transforming your language lessons into an engaging, interactive adventure! The Language Learning Game template from Genially offers educators a dynamic tool to achieve just that. This free, fully customizable template allows you to create immersive language games that reinforce vocabulary, grammar, and communication skills through interactive activities. With features such as animated designs, multimedia integration (including audio and video), and cross-device compatibility, it caters to diverse learning environments.
tag(s): game based learning (257), gamification (94), vocabulary (247), vocabulary development (98)
In the Classroom
Use the template to create a game focused on current vocabulary words. Have students play individually or in teams to define words, match them to images, or use them in sentences. Try adding audio clips for pronunciation practice. Design a mini escape room with grammar puzzles, such as identifying correct verb tenses or fixing sentence errors. Have students solve tasks to "unlock" levels while applying grammar rules. Have students use the Genially template to create their own language games based on a unit of study. They can then present and trade games with peers for extra review and practice.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Smartphones - NetSmartz Kids
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6 to 12
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NetSmartz Kids offers valuable resources for parents and teachers to guide children in safe, responsible smartphone and technology use. The site provides tips on starting conversations...more
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NetSmartz Kids offers valuable resources for parents and teachers to guide children in safe, responsible smartphone and technology use. The site provides tips on starting conversations with children, which questions to ask, and key safety messages to reinforce. Featured resources include A Parents' Guide to Smartphone Safety, Cyberbullying Unplugged, You Sent a Sext, Now What?, Protecting Your Kids Online 2.0, Think Before You Send, and Terrible Text. Many materials are also available in Spanish to support a wider range of families.
tag(s): digital citizenship (98), internet safety (115)
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Students can use Spotify for Podcasters reviewed here to create a podcast about the dos and don'ts of smartphones and technology. Students can create an infographic using Canva Infographic Creator < a href="/single.cfm?id=17570">reviewed here . Students can create a book for other children to use with Book Creator, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Word Girl - PBS Kids
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K to 4
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Bring superhero excitement into your language arts lessons with the WordGirl video collection. Students follow WordGirl as she battles villains using the power of vocabulary, modeling...more
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Bring superhero excitement into your language arts lessons with the WordGirl video collection. Students follow WordGirl as she battles villains using the power of vocabulary, modeling strong word choice, context clues, and figurative language in every episode. The site offers a wide selection of animated adventures that reinforce listening comprehension and expose learners to rich, academic vocabulary in fun and memorable ways. Teachers can use episodes as a launchpad for lessons on synonyms, prefixes, and suffixes, character development, and other related topics. WordGirl videos are a great way to make literacy learning lively, humorous, and vocabulary-powered.
tag(s): antonyms (12), audbk (25), audint (13), audio books (41), audtxt (19), sentences (21), spelling (94), synonyms (14), verbs (25), vocabulary (247)
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After watching a short WordGirl episode, have students identify the villain and the key vocabulary used in the episode. Have them work in small groups to sort the vocabulary into categories such as actions, descriptions, or feelings, then share how the words helped solve the problem. Students can select one challenging word from the episode and create a four-panel comic using Comic Strip Templates by Canva, reviewed here that uses pictures, speech bubbles, and clues to help others figure out the definition. Comics can be displayed as a "Wall of Words" gallery. Assign students to design their own superhero or villain based on a powerful word, such as "The Determinator" or "Captain Curiosity." They should write a character profile, including their powers, weaknesses, theme vocabulary, and a short scene or script where they use their word skills to save the day.
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OK2Ask: AI Templates That Work: Quick & Easy Prompting Solutions - TeachersFirst
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from October 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey,...more
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from October 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 AI prompt templates that make artificial intelligence accessible and practical for every K-12 classroom. In this interactive workshop, you'll discover how structured prompting frameworks can transform complex AI interactions into straightforward, reliable tools for creating engaging learning experiences. We'll focus on free AI platforms that can help you turn these prompt templates into differentiated materials, assessment ideas, and creative learning activities--all while maintaining pedagogical best practices. Whether you're completely new to AI or looking to streamline your prompting process, this session will equip you with simple, effective templates you can use immediately to enhance your instruction. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Apply AI prompt templates to create instructional materials for their specific classroom needs. 2. Use structured AI prompts to generate differentiated learning activities that serve diverse student populations. 3. Refine AI-generated content to ensure pedagogical effectiveness and alignment with learning objectives. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Explore AI prompt templates that make artificial intelligence accessible and practical for every K-12 classroom. In this interactive workshop, you'll discover how structured prompting frameworks can transform complex AI interactions into straightforward, reliable tools for creating engaging learning experiences. We'll focus on free AI platforms that can help you turn these prompt templates into differentiated materials, assessment ideas, and creative learning activities--all while maintaining pedagogical best practices. Whether you're completely new to AI or looking to streamline your prompting process, this session will equip you with simple, effective templates you can use immediately to enhance your instruction. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Apply AI prompt templates to create instructional materials for their specific classroom needs. 2. Use structured AI prompts to generate differentiated learning activities that serve diverse student populations. 3. Refine AI-generated content to ensure pedagogical effectiveness and alignment with learning objectives. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (233), OK2Askarchive (80), professional development (287)
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The archive of this teacher-friendly, hands-on webinar will empower and inspire you to use learning technology in the classroom and for professional productivity. As appropriate, specific classroom examples and ideas have been shared. View the session with a few of your teaching colleagues to find and share new ideas. Once registered, find additional reference materials, tutorials, and how-to information to help you review or extend your knowledge from the session in the handout posted on the session landing page. Resources may include additional ideas and examples on integrating the tools and strategies shared in classroom instruction. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: EduProtocols for Student Engagement & Choice - TeachersFirst
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Turn your classroom routines into powerful learning experiences with EduProtocols! Similar to the routines you create for classroom management, EduProtocols are instructional routines you apply to lesson content, creating a predictable framework that allows both you and your students to focus on deep learning rather than figuring out "what to do." In this workshop, you'll discover how three versatile EduProtocols--Iron Chef, Sketch & Tell, and Thin Slides--can reshape engagement and provide meaningful student choice in your classroom. These free, flexible strategies work across all grade levels and subject areas, making them perfect for educators in any setting. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Understand and apply the strategic purpose of EduProtocols as instructional routines that enhance learning. 2. Plan to implement three specific EduProtocols with appropriate technology tools in their content area. 3. Design differentiated applications of EduProtocols that provide student choice and accommodate diverse learning needs. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Turn your classroom routines into powerful learning experiences with EduProtocols! Similar to the routines you create for classroom management, EduProtocols are instructional routines you apply to lesson content, creating a predictable framework that allows both you and your students to focus on deep learning rather than figuring out "what to do." In this workshop, you'll discover how three versatile EduProtocols--Iron Chef, Sketch & Tell, and Thin Slides--can reshape engagement and provide meaningful student choice in your classroom. These free, flexible strategies work across all grade levels and subject areas, making them perfect for educators in any setting. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Understand and apply the strategic purpose of EduProtocols as instructional routines that enhance learning. 2. Plan to implement three specific EduProtocols with appropriate technology tools in their content area. 3. Design differentiated applications of EduProtocols that provide student choice and accommodate diverse learning needs. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): OK2Askarchive (80), professional development (287), teaching strategies (59)
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The archive of this teacher-friendly, hands-on webinar will empower and inspire you to use learning technology in the classroom and for professional productivity. As appropriate, specific classroom examples and ideas have been shared. View the session with a few of your teaching colleagues to find and share new ideas. Once registered, find additional reference materials, tutorials, and how-to information to help you review or extend your knowledge from the session in the handout posted on the session landing page. Resources may include additional ideas and examples on integrating the tools and strategies shared in classroom instruction. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: Interactive Lessons with Canva's AI Magic Tools - TeachersFirst
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Take your Canva skills to the next level by harnessing the power of AI to create more engaging and interactive instructional materials. In this workshop, you'll discover how Canva's AI Magic features can streamline your lesson preparation, generate creative content, and enhance student learning experiences. Learn to use AI-powered tools for text generation, image creation, and design enhancement while maintaining pedagogical effectiveness. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Master Canva's AI Magic tools (Magic Design, Magic Edit, and Magic Write) to enhance instructional materials. 2. Create differentiated learning resources using AI-assisted features while maintaining instructional integrity. 3. Develop practical strategies for incorporating AI-enhanced Canva projects into existing lesson plans and assignments. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Take your Canva skills to the next level by harnessing the power of AI to create more engaging and interactive instructional materials. In this workshop, you'll discover how Canva's AI Magic features can streamline your lesson preparation, generate creative content, and enhance student learning experiences. Learn to use AI-powered tools for text generation, image creation, and design enhancement while maintaining pedagogical effectiveness. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Master Canva's AI Magic tools (Magic Design, Magic Edit, and Magic Write) to enhance instructional materials. 2. Create differentiated learning resources using AI-assisted features while maintaining instructional integrity. 3. Develop practical strategies for incorporating AI-enhanced Canva projects into existing lesson plans and assignments. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
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The archive of this teacher-friendly, hands-on webinar will empower and inspire you to use learning technology in the classroom and for professional productivity. As appropriate, specific classroom examples and ideas have been shared. View the session with a few of your teaching colleagues to find and share new ideas. Once registered, find additional reference materials, tutorials, and how-to information to help you review or extend your knowledge from the session in the handout posted on the session landing page. Resources may include additional ideas and examples on integrating the tools and strategies shared in classroom instruction. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Incorporating Infographics in World Language Classes Highlights - Edutopia
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If you're looking to bring more visual impact and student engagement into your world language lessons, this article discusses how infographics can be powerful tools for enhancing language...more
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If you're looking to bring more visual impact and student engagement into your world language lessons, this article discusses how infographics can be powerful tools for enhancing language instruction across proficiency levels. For novice learners, infographics provide visual context that aids in vocabulary acquisition and comprehension. Intermediate students can delve deeper by analyzing and discussing the content, fostering critical thinking and communication skills. The article also highlights how infographics can introduce cultural elements, allowing students to compare and contrast traditions, practices, and societal norms between cultures.
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Students can create their infographics using Canva Infographic Creator while using Kidrex to search. Students can use Padlet for posting new vocabulary learned. Finally, students can use Seesaw to draw pictures of their thinking or understanding of the infographics.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: Copilot for Educators: Transforming Teaching with AI - TeachersFirst
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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,...more
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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.
Save time and enhance your teaching practice with your new AI teaching assistant: Microsoft Copilot! In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn effective prompt engineering techniques you can use to generate lesson ideas, create differentiated materials, and develop scaffolded assessments aligned with learning objectives in minutes. Complete collaborative activities where you'll experiment with practical integration strategies that leverage Copilot as a teaching assistant while maintaining instructional integrity and addressing the unique needs of diverse learners. This session goes beyond basic operations to emphasize critical AI literacy, ethical considerations, and how to guide students in responsible AI use. Join us to discover how this powerful AI tool can transform your workflow while building essential skills for an AI-integrated educational landscape. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Craft effective prompts to generate differentiated classroom resources that meet diverse student needs. 2. Evaluate and refine AI-generated content while maintaining instructional integrity. 3. Design activities that develop student AI literacy and responsible use practices. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Save time and enhance your teaching practice with your new AI teaching assistant: Microsoft Copilot! In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn effective prompt engineering techniques you can use to generate lesson ideas, create differentiated materials, and develop scaffolded assessments aligned with learning objectives in minutes. Complete collaborative activities where you'll experiment with practical integration strategies that leverage Copilot as a teaching assistant while maintaining instructional integrity and addressing the unique needs of diverse learners. This session goes beyond basic operations to emphasize critical AI literacy, ethical considerations, and how to guide students in responsible AI use. Join us to discover how this powerful AI tool can transform your workflow while building essential skills for an AI-integrated educational landscape. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Craft effective prompts to generate differentiated classroom resources that meet diverse student needs. 2. Evaluate and refine AI-generated content while maintaining instructional integrity. 3. Design activities that develop student AI literacy and responsible use practices. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
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The archive of this teacher-friendly, hands-on webinar will empower and inspire you to use learning technology in the classroom and for professional productivity. As appropriate, specific classroom examples and ideas have been shared. View the session with a few of your teaching colleagues to find and share new ideas. Once registered, find additional reference materials, tutorials, and how-to information to help you review or extend your knowledge from the session in the handout posted on the session landing page. Resources may include additional ideas and examples on integrating the tools and strategies shared in classroom instruction. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: TechMade EZ with ClassTools - TeachersFirst
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Create assessments that engage all learners while providing meaningful feedback. This interactive workshop introduces versatile, free tools from ClassTools.net that can help you transform assessments with minimal prep time. Through guided activities, you'll design experiences that accommodate different learning styles while maintaining curricular alignment. You'll create your own ClassTools project you can implement immediately, along with strategies for formative and summative assessment that make learning accessible and engaging for all students. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Use ClassTools to design assessment experiences that differentiate for learner variability and promote student agency. 2. Implement formative and summative assessment strategies that provide actionable feedback through game-based approaches. 3. Create at least one ready-to-use ClassTools project aligned with specific learning objectives and student needs. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Create assessments that engage all learners while providing meaningful feedback. This interactive workshop introduces versatile, free tools from ClassTools.net that can help you transform assessments with minimal prep time. Through guided activities, you'll design experiences that accommodate different learning styles while maintaining curricular alignment. You'll create your own ClassTools project you can implement immediately, along with strategies for formative and summative assessment that make learning accessible and engaging for all students. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Use ClassTools to design assessment experiences that differentiate for learner variability and promote student agency. 2. Implement formative and summative assessment strategies that provide actionable feedback through game-based approaches. 3. Create at least one ready-to-use ClassTools project aligned with specific learning objectives and student needs. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
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The archive of this teacher-friendly, hands-on webinar will empower and inspire you to use learning technology in the classroom and for professional productivity. As appropriate, specific classroom examples and ideas have been shared. View the session with a few of your teaching colleagues to find and share new ideas. Once registered, find additional reference materials, tutorials, and how-to information to help you review or extend your knowledge from the session in the handout posted on the session landing page. Resources may include additional ideas and examples on integrating the tools and strategies shared in classroom instruction. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: AI-Enhanced Assessment Design: Reimagining Feedback and Evaluation - TeachersFirst
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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.
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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The archive of this teacher-friendly, hands-on webinar will empower and inspire you to use learning technology in the classroom and for professional productivity. As appropriate, specific classroom examples and ideas have been shared. View the session with a few of your teaching colleagues to find and share new ideas. Once registered, find additional reference materials, tutorials, and how-to information to help you review or extend your knowledge from the session in the handout posted on the session landing page. Resources may include additional ideas and examples on integrating the tools and strategies shared in classroom instruction. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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