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SUMMARY:Youth Engineering Solutions Middle/High School (YES) Workshop Design
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Youth Engineering Solutions Middle/High School (YES) Workshop Design\, an engaging opportunity for educators to deepen their understanding of science and engineering concepts through practical application. This workshop emphasizes hands-on experiences\, allowing participants to build\, test\, and reflect on engineering projects. \nEducators will enhance their classroom facilitation skills\, focusing on effective materials management and pacing strategies to ensure smooth instruction. The workshop will introduce YES pedagogical frameworks\, including student-centered design and inquiry-based engineering\, empowering teachers to lead innovative learning experiences. \nParticipants will also develop leadership skills essential for supporting colleagues in adopting and implementing YES methodologies. By the end of the workshop\, attendees will leave equipped with a toolkit of ready-to-use strategies for facilitating engineering learning across various grade levels\, which will be led by Kendall Brinson from the Boston Museum of Science. \nThis event promises to be a valuable experience for educators seeking to inspire the next generation of engineers. Engage with fellow teachers\, share insights\, and cultivate a collaborative environment dedicated to advancing engineering education.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/youth-engineering-solutions-middle-high-school-yes-workshop-design/
LOCATION:DOT\, 1 DOT Way\, Mt. Sterling\, IL\, 62353\, United States
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SUMMARY:Canva Mastery for Educators: AI Tools\, Video Creation\, and Advanced Lesson Design
DESCRIPTION:This in-depth workshop is designed for educators ready to go beyond the basics and leverage Canva’s most advanced features. \nParticipants will engage with hands-on activities to integrate the platform’s AI tools\, such as Magic Write and Magic Media\, to brainstorm ideas\, generate content\, and create custom visuals with efficiency. You will learn to produce professional-quality instructional videos and dynamic presentations\, utilizing Canva’s full video editing suite\, including screen recording and animated elements. \nThis session will help you to design and build sophisticated\, interactive lessons that captivate students and save you valuable planning time. \nPrerequisites include a working knowledge of Canva’s core functions.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/canva-mastery-for-educators-ai-tools-video-creation-and-advanced-lesson-design/
LOCATION:Illinois Valley Community College\, 815 N Orlando Smith Road\, Oglesby\, IL\, 61348\, United States
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SUMMARY:Building the Future\, One Layer at a Time: A 3D Printing Workshop for Educators
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the potential of 3D printing in your classroom with this startup guide for beginners. This workshop covers how 3D printers work\, essential software for design and slicing\, and why 3D printing is a transformative tool for problem-solving across subjects and grade levels! You’ll learn to find and create 3D files\, basic slicing techniques\, choose the right printer\, and integrate 3D printing into your curriculum. Empower your students with hands-on design and prototyping skills\, fostering creativity and critical thinking.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/building-the-future-one-layer-at-a-time-a-3d-printing-workshop-for-educators/
LOCATION:ROE 11: Clark/Coles/Cumberland/Douglas/Edgar/Moultrie/Shelby\, 730 7th St\, Charleston\, Illinois\, 61920 2101\, USA
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SUMMARY:Making with a Purpose: a Makerspace Playground
DESCRIPTION:Build a purposeful makerspace that sparks student innovation! In this hands-on workshop you’ll gain practical experience in 3D printing with Bambu and Prusa\, vinyl cutting with Cricut\, creative coding with Microbit and Sphero\, game design with Makey Makey\, and more! Learn by doing\, and explore ways to bring these technologies to your students with authentic and engaging project ideas. We’ll also explore a guiding document with a structured protocol for planning\, stocking\, and managing a makerspace that perfectly fits your school’s needs. We’ll explore essential tips and tricks for makerspace design\, and you’ll collaborate with other educators to plan your space from start to finish. \nPlease bring a laptop on which you can install software and connect devices via USB. Join us to create a space that fosters creativity and innovation for years to come.
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/making-with-a-purpose-a-makerspace-playground/
LOCATION:North Cook ISC\, 1001 E Touhy Ave\, Suite 200\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60018 3225
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SUMMARY:TikTok to TEDTalk: Engaging Students with Canva Video & Audio
DESCRIPTION:What if you could tap into the captivating world of TikTok and YouTube to bring your lessons to life? This workshop explores the dynamic art of digital storytelling in the classroom\, empowering your students to become creators. \nLearn how to guide your students in crafting their own compelling content using Canva’s robust video and audio tools\, directly connecting your curriculum to the digital narratives they love. You’ll discover how to facilitate the creation of engaging video tutorials\, informative podcasts\, captivating narrative videos\, impactful broadcasts\, and even modern social media videos like reels\, TikToks\, and branding campaigns. \nWe’ll also cover techniques for producing exciting movie or book trailers\, allowing students to showcase their understanding in a truly immersive way. Join us and discover the immense power of student-created stories to foster creativity\, communication\, and critical thinking in your classroom!
URL:https://www.ltcillinois.org/event/tiktok-to-tedtalk-engaging-students-with-canva-video-audio/
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