Professional Learning
Empower Educators
We empower educators with free professional learning through virtual courses, face-to-face workshops, and hands-on training, all offering free SCECHs.
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14 May
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Transformative Teaching with AI: Enhancing Instructional Practices & EfficiencyRegistration ends 5/9/20244:00 PM to 5:15 PMTransformative Teaching with AI: Enhancing Instructional Practices & EfficiencyRegistration ends May 9Date: May 14Time: 4:00 PM to 5:15 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
Explore the potential impact of Artificial Intelligence on instructional practices and efficiency. Delve into how AI tools can help educators create personalized and differentiated instructional materials, meeting the diverse needs of students with heightened efficiency. Uncover the potential for AI to streamline teacher tasks and automating routine responsibilities. AI is currently impacting teaching and learning in known and unknown ways. Come engage in dialog with other educators about the ways that you want to utilize AI in the educational environment.
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15 May
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Productivity for School Leaders: Promoting Student Privacy & SafetyRegistration ends 5/9/20248:00 AM to 9:15 AMProductivity for School Leaders: Promoting Student Privacy & SafetyRegistration ends May 9Date: May 15Time: 8:00 AM to 9:15 AMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
Privacy is a fundamental human right—both in and out of the classroom. In this hands-on session, you’ll explore built-in privacy and security features, Apple ID setup, parental controls, communication safety tools, and accessibility features that can help student data stay safe and secure. If possible, join the webinar with a device other than your iPad so you can use it for hands-on experiences during the session.
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Storytelling with iPads: Creating Interactive Digital BooksRegistration ends 5/9/20243:00 PM to 4:15 PMStorytelling with iPads: Creating Interactive Digital BooksRegistration ends May 9Date: May 15Time: 3:00 PM to 4:15 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
Intuitive tools in Pages make it easy to customize fonts and add images, movies, audio clips, shapes, and your own drawings to any document. Your students can easily make ePortfolios or even their own learning journals. If possible, join the webinar with a device other than your iPad so you can use it for hands-on experiences during the session.
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Learning for All: Supports for Writing & CommunicationRegistration ends 5/9/20244:30 PM to 5:45 PMLearning for All: Supports for Writing & CommunicationRegistration ends May 9Date: May 15Time: 4:30 PM to 5:45 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
Written expression, dysgraphia and even attention challenges can make it difficult to write using traditional paper and pencil or even word processing with a keyboard. By modeling these workflows, you can help build accessible opportunities for learning to all your students. If possible, join the webinar with a device other than your iPad so you can use it for hands-on experiences during the session.
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Creating with Multimedia: Advanced Digital VideoRegistration ends May 9Date: May 15Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
Explore some of the advanced iMovie and Clips options, and even learn a few digital video hacks in this session. If possible, join the webinar with a device other than your iPad so you can use it for hands-on experiences during the session.
Apps Needed
Camera, iMovie, Clips,
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16 May
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Esports Academy: Media Creation/Competition Ideas for Local LEAsRegistration ends 5/9/20244:00 PM to 5:00 PMEsports Academy: Media Creation/Competition Ideas for Local LEAsRegistration ends May 9Date: May 16Time: 4:00 PM to 5:00 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
Media Creation/Competition Ideas for Local LEAs
4:00-4:20 Media creation tools and marketing techniques for success
4:20-4:30 Using AI to speed things up
4:30-4:45 Resources, supports, and tools to set up a tournament
4:45-5:00 Reflection and Next StepsVirtual: instructions will be emailed no later than the Friday before the start date.
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21 May
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Learning with AI: Revolutionizing Assessment & Cultivating Student AI LiteracyRegistration ends 5/16/20244:00 PM to 5:15 PMLearning with AI: Revolutionizing Assessment & Cultivating Student AI LiteracyRegistration ends May 16Date: May 21Time: 4:00 PM to 5:15 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
Explore assessment through the lens of AI and consider how AI can foster inclusivity and personalization in measuring student learning. Investigate the dynamic capabilities of AI tools to generate various forms of assessments, create rubrics, and provide students with timely, individualized feedback. Additionally, discover strategies for cultivating AI literacy in students, encompassing foundational knowledge, awareness of risks and ethical implications, and critical assessment skills for AI outputs. Come collaborate with MI educators on strategies for improving assessment given the unique challenges and opportunities with Generative AI.
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22 May
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Productivity for School Leaders; Building Resources & Sharing Your StoryRegistration ends 5/16/20248:00 AM to 9:15 AMProductivity for School Leaders; Building Resources & Sharing Your StoryRegistration ends May 16Date: May 22Time: 8:00 AM to 9:15 AMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
Storytelling has many forms. Sharing your school's story as you progress through the school year benefits families and the community. Learn some creative ways to share your school's story. If possible, join the webinar with a device other than your iPad so you can use it for hands-on experiences during the session.
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Storytelling has many forms. Sharing your school's story as you progress through the school year benefits families and the community. Learn some creative ways to share your school's story. Possibilities include: Maps, Clips, iMovie, Camera, Photos,
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Storytelling with iPads: Digital StorytellingRegistration ends May 16Date: May 22Time: 3:00 PM to 4:15 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
When learners produce their own stories, anything is possible. Learn how to use more than just words to tell your story. If possible, join the webinar with a device other than your iPad so you can use it for hands-on experiences during the session.
Apps Needed
Camera, Photos, Clips, iMovie,
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Learning for All: Assistive Controls & Alternative Communication IIRegistration ends 5/16/20244:30 PM to 5:45 PMLearning for All: Assistive Controls & Alternative Communication IIRegistration ends May 16Date: May 22Time: 4:30 PM to 5:45 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
iPad allows users to customize on-screen and physical controls and offers solutions for those with speech challenges. By modeling these workflows, you can help build accessible opportunities for learning to all your students. If possible, join the webinar with a device other than your iPad so you can use it for hands-on experiences during the session.
Apps Needed
Shortcuts
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Creating with Multimedia: Augmented RealityRegistration ends May 16Date: May 22Time: 6:00 PM to 7:15 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
Augmented Reality can transform the way we interact with our surroundings, enhancing how we work, learn, and connect with the world around us. Explore a few simple augmented reality content experiences in this session. If possible, join the webinar with a device other than your iPad so you can use it for hands-on experiences during the session.
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Measure, AR Quick Looks, JFK Moonshot, Statue of Liberty, Night Sky, WWF Free Rivers, Reality Composer
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3 June
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Constructing Your Blended Learning ClassroomRegistration ends May 30Date: Jun 3Time: 12:00 AM to 12:02 AMLocation: Begin work anytime.Calendar: WW Calendar"How do you take the best of the new tools and skills you used during virtual learning, and make them work in your face-to-face classroom? What new strategies does this open up for better connection with your students in all circumstances?
This course will provide you with resources to support learning and increase efficiency when teaching. You will leave this course with tools and strategies that will minimize and often prevent disruption in student learning." -
Designing Learning Opportunities with Google ToolsRegistration ends May 30Date: Jun 3Time: 12:00 AM to 12:02 AMLocation: Begin work anytime.Calendar: WW CalendarCreate learning activities to promote critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, agency and voice. Use frameworks such as the SAMR model and Depth of Knowledge (DOK) as a guide for successful technology integration. Utilize Google Classroom, Meet, Slides and Forms to design engaging learning experiences for students of all ages.
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Digital Citizenship - Practical ImplementationRegistration ends May 30Date: Jun 3Time: 12:00 AM to 12:02 AMLocation: Begin work anytime.Calendar: WW CalendarIn a digitally connected world, students need guidance to navigate the world safely and professionally. Learn the ISTE indicators for Digital Citizenship to build a knowledge foundation. Present practical applications for students. Guide students in developing plans to navigate high speed communication, job opportunities, social media, personal security and more.
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Enhancing Instruction for All LearnersRegistration ends May 30Date: Jun 3Time: 12:00 AM to 12:02 AMLocation: Begin work anytime.Calendar: WW CalendarAddress diverse student learning needs with technology integration. Identify basic principles of universal design, differentiated instruction and best practice teaching strategies to enhance existing or new lessons or classroom activities. Apply these strategies using technology integration to improve learning. Learn to find and use interactive learning activities to address a variety of learning styles. Address learning barriers and support learners using technology tools.
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Igniting Student Curiosity with Inquiry and TechnologyRegistration ends 5/30/202412:00 AM to 12:02 AMIgniting Student Curiosity with Inquiry and TechnologyRegistration ends May 30Date: Jun 3Time: 12:00 AM to 12:02 AMLocation: Begin work anytime.Calendar: WW CalendarWhat makes YOU curious? Students who ask questions engage themselves in learning to find answers as curiosity is the simplest and most effective way of learning. Join other educators as we spark our curiosity about the importance of asking questions. Explore how to nurture a culture of inquiry in the classroom by helping students formulate great questions in their learning and how to integrate technology to ignite and sustain critical thinking.
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Multimedia Tools to Engage StudentsRegistration ends May 30Date: Jun 3Time: 12:00 AM to 12:02 AMLocation: Begin work anytime.Calendar: WW CalendarParticipants will learn about technology tools that help students communicate their ideas creatively and clearly, and that demonstrates their knowledge and competency skills. Experience how the application of digital animation and video tools can enhance your lessons and engage your students. Expand the opportunities for creative communication, collaboration, and expression while meeting Michigan Technology Competencies for Students (MITECS). Experience and try-out free multimedia resources that present opportunities for building digital portfolios and as an assessment that demonstrates learning. Explore free media creation options that students can use to create digital artifacts.
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My Classroom in the Digital AgeRegistration ends May 30Date: Jun 3Time: 12:00 AM to 12:02 AMLocation: Begin work anytime.Calendar: WW CalendarDon’t let your digital life consume you, cause you to lose your perspective, or sidetrack you! Learn and teach your students how to manage life’s digital demands and use digital tools efficiently to meet your responsibilities and goals. Examine your Digital Footprint, learn about tools to improve online safety and security, and customize your digital device(s) to manage your life. Gain knowledge to make smart choices about your digital environment, establishing efficiency, control, and balance.
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New Esports training sessions scheduled for spring
Organized, competitive gameplay is another pathway for students to feel connected and engaged with school. REMC is pleased to offer four new training sessions in April and May. These sessions are designed to provide an entry point for schools exploring the benefits of Esports.