Workshops

Recommended time frames are noted for each workshop; however, they can be adjusted to fit your particular scheduling needs.  Bear in mind that suggested time frames include a great deal of time for personal exploration & experimentation, as well as opportunities for one-to-one guidance from me and discussion amongst the group.

If you don’t see what you’re looking for below, I can also put together a custom presentation based on your district’s specific needs. Please contact me to discuss presentation options, logistics, and fees.

Preparing to Podcast

Participants will learn about benefits and advantages of incorporating podcasting into their repertoire of projects and assessments.  Both the technical and pedagogical aspects of podcasting will be discussed.  Ample workshop time will be provided for hands-on practice with Audacity, a free, cross-platform audio recording program.  Recommended time: One 2-4 hour session

Google Tools for Teachers

Google is best known for their search engine, but they also provide many tools such as GMail, Calendar, Reader, Google Docs, Picasa, iGoogle, and Google Earth that can facilitate teaching, collaboration, and organization.  Learn how taking advantage of these free tools can benefit both you and your students! Recommended time: One to two 4-8 hour sessions

Wikis, Wikis, Everywhere: Engendering Collaboration and Providing Audience

Participants will learn about the basics of wiki creation as well as explore practical classroom applications, with a heavy emphasis on the collaborative capabilities of wikis.  Ample workshop time is provided to work both independently and collaboratively in creating wikis for use in professional educational practice. Recommended time: One to two 6-8 hour sessions

Exploring Online Personal Learning Networks

This course enables participants to understand how the Internet can facilitate personal professional development. Participants will become familiar with Web 2.0 standards such as blogs, wikis, RSS, social bookmarking, and social networks in order to create their own 24-7 PD network.  Recommended time: Three to four 6-8 hour sessions