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ISBE has developed and released new computer literacy guidelines for use in all Illinois K-12 schools. In this workshop, we’ll explore what computer literacy is, ISBE’s K-12 Computer Literacy Knowledge and Skill Continuum, and how you can bring computer literacy into your classrooms while meeting these new teaching requirements. Along the way, we will unpack the guidelines, conduct a self-assessment to identify gaps in knowledge, and begin to align your district’s exciting resources and tools to the guidelines…

Take your Chromebook beyond basic word processing, productivity, and organization to discover its full creative potential in the classroom! Join us for this workshop where participants will learn how to use Canva, Book Creator, and Clipchamp alongside other apps, web tools, and extensions that empower students to create stunning multimedia projects. Through hands-on exploration, attendees will discover the versatility of these tools, including the ability to create interactive images, video, and audio. The session will also highlight effective…

Take your Chromebook beyond basic word processing, productivity, and organization to discover its full creative potential in the classroom! Join us for this workshop where participants will learn how to use Canva, Book Creator, and Clipchamp alongside other apps, web tools, and extensions that empower students to create stunning multimedia projects. Through hands-on exploration, attendees will discover the versatility of these tools, including the ability to create interactive images, video, and audio. The session will also highlight effective…

Have you noticed the beautiful graphics educators are using in the classroom these days? It isn’t magic; they’re just using a pair of digital tools that make it simple and easy to make all your teaching materials visually appealing, starting with just one click. Join us to discover the “magic” of Canva and Adobe Express, two of the most popular graphic design tools used by professionals and amateurs alike. Through hands-on activities and demonstrations, teachers will learn how…

Looking for a research-based digital tool to help support students’ social and emotional well-being? Come see Kikori first-hand with co-founder Bryn Lottig, who will guide you through the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics and apply it to the educational setting by aligning it with CASEL’s Social-Emotional Learning Framework. Throughout the session, participants will approach this model through an experiential lens using a sequence of interactive activities from Kikori as the practical application of the model. We’ll then close the…

This CDW Amplified Admin Level 1 Certification training will guide your IT staff through educational best practices and Google Workspace for Education Admin console skills and techniques. This fundamentals course covers Admin Console basics and key settings configurations for Google Workspace for Education. Afterward, participants will take their certification exam and receive a certificate for passing. Key topics covered will include: User-provisioning fundamentals OU set-up Activation or deactivation of critical services Chrome management Google Vault management Reporting…

This CDW Amplified Google Admin Level 1 Certification training will guide your IT staff through educational best practices and Google Workspace for Education Admin console skills and techniques. This fundamentals course covers Admin Console basics and key settings configurations for Google Workspace for Education. Afterward, participants can take the certification exam and receive a certificate for passing. Key topics covered will include: -User-provisioning fundamentals -OU set-up -Activation or deactivation of critical services -Chrome management -Google Vault management -Reporting…

CCSS, NGSS, IL CS Standards, ISTE, engineering design process… the list goes on and on! How can we use standards and processes to guide our current initiatives while also supporting connections to other disciplines? During this month’s meeting, we’ll talk about all the standards you can use to guide your CS and STEM lessons while also highlighting overlapping concepts woven into other core content standards. This is a great opportunity to make your CS and STEM program even…

Amidst the festive December spirit, let’s unwrap a gift that keeps giving – a clutter-free digital life! Join us for a joyful session tailored for educators as we embark on a journey to declutter your digital world. From tidying up your virtual shelves to creating a harmonious digital workspace, we’ll guide you through merry strategies to transform your digital chaos into organized bliss. Bid farewell to digital clutter and welcome in the tidings of tranquility. As the holiday…

…for teaching “unplugged” classroom activities. At the end of the workshop, teachers will walk away with: – A plan of action for teaching CS Fundamentals – An implementation framework for utilizing two CS Fundamentals lessons – Strategies for teaching intro-level CS lessons – A curriculum guide with pedagogy tips, and best practices – Connections to the larger CS teaching community, including other educators teaching CS Fundamentals This session is open to Illinois educators and will be delivered in-person….