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Free Online Workshops for Educators
The Sqool Techs Team provides free online workshops so teachers have an
opportunity to learn about teaching online and utilizing the many tools that are
available through SqoolTools.com. In addition, workshops are provided for other
technology tools.
- Math FACTS (Free,
Awesome, Cool Tools for Students)
Explore all of the best K-6 math
tools the web has to offer! From basic addition to geometry and fractions, from
virtual manipulates to interactive games, from online calculators and converters
to graphing tools. This workshop provides resources for every math topic you
teach.
- You Mean I Am
Supposed to Teach Science, Too?
In 2008, expanded MAP (Missouri
Assessment Program) testing begins in Science. The grade-span tests will be
administered in Grades 5, 8, and 11. With the push to meet AYP (Adequate Yearly
Progress) in communication arts and math, many teachers have been forced to
skimp on science instruction. Are you in need of resources to help prepare your
students for the upcoming Science MAP tests? This workshop will help you
discover online science tools and resources that have been aligned with the GLEs
(Grade Level Expectations).
- Supporting Mastery
of Essential Skills and Knowledge: Interactive Game Creation with
Spellmaster
The Spellmaster tools allow you to create four different
kinds of flash games. Spellmaster games are not just for spelling. They can be
used to create activities for any content that has two sets of related
information that can be paired. For example: vocabulary, math facts, states and
capitals, and elements and their symbols.
- SMART Board
Basics
This course provides access to videos and handouts to assist
you in learning the basics of using a interactive SMART Board. In addition, you
will discover the latest features of version 9.5 and explore online resources to
help you make the most of your SMART Board.
- Teacher
Inspiration and Humor
Looking for motivation to change instructional
practices? Need some inspiration or just need to laugh? This workshop provides a
collection of videos especially for teachers.
SqoolTechs provides the following free workshops and conference
presentations to all educators. To access these workshops, create a free account at SqoolTools.
The ABCs of VLEs
Is the concept of Virtual
Learning Environments new to you? Are you ready to take the plunge into
blogs, wikis, and other Web 2.0 tools. This workshop takes you
through the process of setting up your first course and then explores
the basics of how SqoolTools can be used to support traditional
instruction by easily integrating collaborative tools.
SqoolTools in the K-12 Classroom
SqoolTools can be used in a
variety of ways to support and enhance instructional practices in K-12
classrooms. This course identifies and exemplifies instructional tools
and effective strategies.
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