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return to subject listingOK2Ask: Google Mania - SEL Check-Ins with Google Tools - TeachersFirst
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K to 12Understanding students' attitudes and circumstances is crucial for fostering a supportive learning environment. This session will equip you with practical strategies that use Google tools to track changes in student well-being, enabling you to adapt to effectively meet individual student needs. Learn how to conduct SEL check-ins, interpret the data, and integrate this valuable feedback into your teaching practices. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Understand the importance of social and emotional learning (SEL) in education. 2. Explore various Google tools suitable for conducting SEL check-ins. 3. Gain practical tips for integrating SEL check-ins into daily classroom routines. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): professional development (531), social and emotional learning (106), Google (95),
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OK2Ask: Google Mania - Google Keep Basics - TeachersFirst
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K to 12Feeling overwhelmed by to-do lists and scattered ideas? Discover the simplicity and power of Google Keep, a versatile tool that can transform your personal workflow and boost your productivity! In this one-hour session, you'll learn how to harness Google Keep's robust features to capture thoughts, manage tasks, and streamline your day-to-day activities. Experience the convenience of integrating text, images, audio, and sketches into color-coded notes and checklists that keep your personal and professional life perfectly aligned. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Discover the core functionalities of Google Keep. 2. Learn how to quickly capture thoughts, images, and voice memos using various devices. 3. Understand how to utilize color-coding, labels, and pinning features to categorize information and prioritize tasks. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): curation (41), organizational skills (206), note taking (65), Google (95), professional development (531),
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OK2Ask: Google Mania - Gemini in the Classroom: Getting Started - TeachersFirst
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K to 12Unleash the power of artificial intelligence (AI) on your lesson planning! This one-hour workshop will introduce you to Gemini, a powerful Google AI chatbot you can turn into your digital teaching assistant. Gemini offers a wealth of possibilities for lesson planning, instructional material development, personalized instruction, and beyond. In this session, we'll cover the basics of using Gemini in educational settings and explore how its intuitive interface and responsive design can streamline your educational workflow, allowing you to focus on what truly matters--teaching. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Learn to develop clear and concise prompts to maximize Gemini's effectiveness. 2. Understand techniques for creating engaging instructional materials that use Gemini's suggestions. 3. Explore ways to refine and adapt Gemini's output to meet specific teaching goals. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (141), Google (95),
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OK2Ask: Google Mania - Game Templates with Google Slides - TeachersFirst
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K to 12In this one-hour session, we'll explore the exciting world of premade game templates and learn how to use them to create engaging gameboards and dynamic educational games. Whether you teach math, language arts, science, or another subject, game-based learning can enhance student engagement and deepen learning. Discover how to transform your classroom into an interactive playground where students can actively practice and reinforce their skills. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Understand the benefits of game-based learning. 2. Examine Google Slides templates that can be customized to create interactive learning activities. 3. Learn to integrate games across subjects. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): game based learning (255), Google (95),
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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. Find additional information and links to tools at the session resource page. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: Misinformation & Fact Checking - TeachersFirst
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1 to 12In today's digital world, students face a constant barrage of online information, and the ability to discern fact from fiction is essential. This interactive workshop will equip you with engaging strategies that will help students develop critical thinking skills and empower them to become discerning digital detectives. Learn how to effectively introduce the concepts of misinformation and fact-checking, fostering a healthy skepticism towards online information. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Define misinformation and its impact on learning and decision-making. 2. Identify common techniques used to spread misinformation online. 3. Develop strategies for critical thinking and responsible information-sharing among students. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): media literacy (138), digital citizenship (139),
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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. Find additional information and links to tools at the session resource page. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: Tech Made EZ with Padlet - TeachersFirst
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2 to 12Enhance your classroom experience with Padlet, a versatile tool for formative assessments, showcasing student work, and encouraging discussion and collaboration. More than a digital bulletin board, Padlet adds an interactive layer that engages students. Join us to learn how you can use Padlet to gauge understanding, create a space for sharing ideas, and spark enthusiasm in your students. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Understand the key features and functionalities of Padlet. 2. Explore diverse applications for Padlet in the classroom. 3. Develop a concrete plan for integrating Padlet into classroom activities. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): bulletin boards (32),
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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. Find additional information and links to tools at the session resource page. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Paris Olympics 2024 - CNN
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4 to 12This site includes advertising.
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Engage students in learning about athletes from around the world and the countries they represent through the eyes of the Summer Olympic Games using this site and others as they follow the course of the Olympic Games. Visit SchoolAI, reviewed here to find many teacher-created Olympics chatbots that guide students into self-directed learning activities focusing on literacy, Olympic math, and the science behind the Olympics. As students explore the athletes and sports of the Olympics, ask students to share their learning and observations by creating a simple class blog using Telegraph, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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ISTE Digital Citizenship Lessons - ISTE
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K to 12tag(s): digital citizenship (139), internet safety (211),
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For younger students, you could present one lesson every couple of weeks, reviewing the previous lesson first. For older students, you might consider teaching these lessons as a unit at the beginning of the year to set the tone and expectations in your classroom for using the Internet.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Backdrop! Exploring the World One Click at a Time - TripGeo
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K to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): maps (415), game based learning (255), countries (116),
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Share these games on classroom computers to use as a geography center. If you teach young students, make sure to demonstrate how to avoid advertisements and also how to enlarge and navigate the maps. Challenge students to track their scores and improve their performance as they learn how to calculate various areas on maps. After students have time to play different games, enhance learning by asking them to choose one location to learn about in depth. Ask them to share their learning by creating an interactive image made with Genially, reviewed here or with an interactive report created with Sway, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The State of AI in Education [+AI Trends for 2024] - Daleska Pedriquez and Caktus
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K to 12tag(s): artificial intelligence (141), professional development (531), parents (84),
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Include this post as part of your professional discussions about the use of AI by educators and students. Consider taking a survey of parents, students, and educators in your school or district to learn more about the use of AI locally using PollMaker, reviewed here. Select the survey creator and add questions similar to those in the blog post, or use the AI tool to generate questions for your survey. Share the results with your school community as they learn about AI and how to adapt the use of artificial intelligence in classrooms.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Napkin AI - Napkin AI
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K to 12tag(s): artificial intelligence (141), timelines (112), infographics (85), visualizations (22), data (250), problem solving (407),
In the Classroom
Add this handy resource to your teacher toolbox for many classroom uses for you and your students. Paste instructions for lab activities into Napkin AI and add a timeline to accompany step-by-step instructions, create visuals to accompany problem-solving tasks, or add infographics to social studies reports. Share the link to the project built with Napkin AI or save the images to include with slide presentations or other multimedia presentations.Edge Features:
Requires registration/log-in (WITH email)
Products can be shared by URL
Multiple users can collaborate on the same project
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TeachingLab.ai - Teaching Lab Coherence Innovation Studio
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K to 12tag(s): artificial intelligence (141), differentiation (129), Teacher Utilities (202), assessment (240),
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Use TeachingLab.ai to increase productivity and creativity with classroom content. Use the provided tools to generate lesson plans, modify activities to differentiate learning, and create quick formative assessments. Be sure to include prompts as specific as possible to receive the best results, then use the chat bar to provide additional input to for the desired results. Use TeachingLab.ai to generate ideas for introducing new vocabulary to students or as a tool to support multilingual learners in your classroom. After generating vocabulary lists and content ideas, use the information to create interactive games and activities using Wordwall, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Assemblr EDU - Assemblr
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K to 12tag(s): augmented reality (13), DAT device agnostic tool (248),
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Share 3D models found on Assemblr EDU with students to visualize complex concepts like anatomy, physics, or geography. Share Assemblr EDU with tech-savvy students and ask them to use the editor to create 3D objects to share with the classroom or to create tutorials on how to use the editor to create models. Use Free Screen Recorder Online, reviewed here to record and share tutorials.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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TriviaMaker - Redwood Pro Media, LLC
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K to 12tag(s): Formative Assessment (87), assessment (240), quiz (131), trivia (30), gamification (122),
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Create and play trivia games in a variety of ways. Introduce a new unit by playing a game as a schema activator and as an informal assessment tool to assess students' prior knowledge. Use the single-player activity as a tool for personalized learning. Begin using games from TriviaMaker's Teacher's Channel, then create games to fit the individual needs of your students. If devices are unavailable, use the print option to print the quiz questions, then use this option for students to play individually or compete in teams. Enhance learning by asking students to select a question they got wrong or one they would like to research further, then share additional facts and information by creating a short animated video using Animate from Audio, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Olympic Games Paris 2024 - Paris 2024
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K to 12tag(s): france (62), countries (116), sports (157), olympics (74),
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Share this site with students and encourage them to learn more about the Olympics by reading informative articles and playing Olympic trivia games. Curate and share articles using Symbaloo, reviewed here or 3X3 Links, reviewed here. Ask students to research and share information about their favorite athletes or teams, then share it using one of the many tools found at Adobe Express for Education, reviewed here, such as posters, videos, resumes, and more. Integrate learning about the Olympics with your studies of countries worldwide as you learn about athletes and the country they represent.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Going for the Gold - United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee
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2 to 12This site includes advertising.
tag(s): france (62), sports (157), olympics (74), disabilities (41),
In the Classroom
Share this site with students as an exciting way to learn about the sports and athletes participating in the Olympic Games. Find other Olympics resources to share with students on TeachersFirst's Olympics Resources, reviewed here. Use Netboard, reviewed here to create an interactive board of resources for students to explore by adding this site along with other favorite sites, YouTube videos, articles, and other Olympic resources. Ask students to create magazine covers featuring their favorite athletes or sports using Big Huge Lab's Magazine Cover Maker, reviewed here. Find free copyright-free images to use at Pixabay, reviewed here and Pexels, reviewed here. As you and your students follow the Olympic Games, use ChartGizmo, reviewed here to graph the number of medals collected by each country.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: Engage & Inspire: Gamification in the Classroom - TeachersFirst
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1 to 12Are you looking for ways to boost student engagement and motivation? This session delves into the exciting world of gamification in the classroom! Learn how to harness the power of game design principles to create dynamic learning experiences that foster a love of learning. We'll explore the difference between gamification and game-based learning, and equip you with practical strategies and templates you can use to design engaging, independent, and group activities that seamlessly integrate game elements with authentic learning objectives. Discover resources to get you started and unlock the potential of gamified learning in your classroom! As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Understand the difference between gamification and game-based learning approaches. 2. Identify resources that support the implementation of gamification in your classroom. 3. Develop a plan to integrate gamification into your curriculum. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): gamification (122),
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OK2Ask: 3 Cool Tools for Images in the Classroom - TeachersFirst
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K to 12Unlock the power of copyright-friendly images in student projects! In this engaging workshop, we'll explore innovative ways to integrate visually stunning, legally compliant images into your lessons. Dive into the world of digital literacy and learn how to equip your students with the knowledge and skills they need to navigate copyright laws and make ethical choices when using images. We'll introduce you to three amazing online tools brimming with high-quality, copyright-friendly images that are perfect for enhancing student projects and presentations. Discover how to leverage these resources to enhance your lessons while fostering critical thinking about copyright and fair use. As a result of this session, teachers will 1. Identify and learn how to utilize copyright-friendly images. 2. Explain copyright concepts to students. 3. Integrate copyright-friendly tools into lesson plans. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
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TeachersFirst: Differentiated Instruction Professional Learning Module - TeachersFirst
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K to 12tag(s): differentiation (129), professional development (531),
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Take advantage of the many instructional ideas and resources to support differentiation in your classroom. Visit TeachersFirst to find many other resources for classroom differentiation, such as the archives of online professional learning sessions, OK2Ask: Playlists to Personalize Learning, reviewed here and OK2Ask: Engage & Inspire: Choice Boards for Differentiation Pt. 2, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Nelson Mandela - Fought for All Children - The World's Children Prize
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K to 10tag(s): 20th century (85), civil rights (274), black history (177), heroes (40), south africa (19), Nelson Mandela (7),
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Share this site on your interactive whiteboard or projector as an introduction to your Civil Rights, Black History, or Heroes unit. To allow students to explore on their own, you may want to create a guided reading activity using Read Ahead, reviewed here. Enhance learning by having students create an infographic using Free Infographic Maker, reviewed here about Nelson Mandela's life using this article and others.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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