How can practical applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) boost student learning and increase engagement in your classroom? Microsoft Copilot is a Generative AI tool that can support educators in designing personalized lessons that meet all learners' needs. Join Dr. Matt Bergman for this hands-on, interactive workshop as you discover how Copilot can help you design differentiated activities, tackle complex questions, and deliver instant feedback, all while inspiring creativity and a passion for learning in your students. Matt’s expertise in Artificial Intelligence will provide you with the knowledge and tools to effortlessly integrate Copilot into your teaching, creating a more personalized, engaging, and impactful learning experience for your students. This is workshop two of four for the series titled “Unleashing the Power of Generative AI Tools in Education.” Key Takeaways Discover how to leverage Copilot to create differentiated activities that cater to diverse learning needs. Learn how to use AI to tackle complex questions and enhance critical thinking in your classroom. Explore methods for delivering instant, personalized feedback that supports student growth. Uncover strategies to inspire creativity and foster a passion for learning through AI-driven instruction. Presented by Dr. Matt Bergman Dr. Matt Bergman is an award-winning educator, educational consultant, and keynote speaker. He has a rich K-12 and higher education background, serving in various roles, such as assessment and curriculum coordinator, teacher, digital learning coach, and professional development leader. In addition, Matt’s accomplishments include serving as a faculty member at Harvard University’s UDL Institute, being an ISTE presenter, and winning the PAECT Teacher of the Year.

Are you curious about the free Microsoft tools that are available to educators and how they can be used to support students with disabilities in the classroom? Microsoft offers a variety of features that can help students improve reading skills, enhance comprehension, and boost overall academic performance. Join Dr. Samantha Fecich for this timesaving, to the point session and discover how Microsoft tools can be used to help students who are struggling with reading and writing, including students with special needs. In addition, you will also walk away with practical tips and strategies for classroom use, so you start using them right away! Get ready to ready to level the playing field for students with disabilities in your classroom! Samantha’s expertise in special education will provide you with the resources you need to harness the power of Microsoft tools to boost your students’ confidence and achieve academic success! Key Takeaways Explore free Microsoft tools and features that can support students with disabilities in improving their reading skills, including Immersive Reader, Dictation, and Learning Tools. Discover practical strategies for integrating these tools into your classroom to create a more inclusive learning environment for all students, regardless of their abilities or challenges. Learn how to customize Microsoft tools to meet the individual needs of students with disabilities, providing them with access to accessible and engaging learning materials. Gain insights into the ethical considerations and best practices for using technology to support students with disabilities, including issues of privacy, equity, and accessibility, and learn how to navigate these challenges responsibly. Presented by Dr. Samantha Fecich Dr. Samantha Fecich teaches preservice teachers at Grove City College in Grove City, Pennsylvania. She has the honor and the pleasure of working with them in their courses related to educational technology and special education. Samantha is also the author of two books designed to support the new and future educator; EduMagic: A Guide for Preservice Teachers, and EduMagic Shine On: A Guide for New Teachers. In addition, she is also the host of the EduMagic Podcast, which shines a light on the work of future teachers.

Presented by: Tiffany Thompson Session Description:If you're looking for creative ways to integrate Kami into your online classroom – this webinar is for you! Join Melissa Mann, as she shares best practices for using Kami for remote teaching and learning. You'll learn how to easily create, mark-up, and grade digital assignments, including how to make the most of Kami's interactive annotation features. In addition, you'll walk away with tips and tricks for facilitating online discussions using Kami.

Presented by: Tiffany Thompson Session Description:Every teacher knows how hard it is to get—and keep—their students truly engaged throughout an entire presentation. Join Tiffany Thompson as she shares, step-by-step, how to create an engaging lesson using PowerPoint Live from Office 365. You'll also learn how to stream your presentation in real-time, including how to use interactive features that will allow your students to provide live feedback and view live subtitles as you speak – in any language of their choice!

Presented by: Tiffany Thompson Session Description:Now that you've built a foundation for using OneNote, join expert Microsoft Trainer, Tiffany Thompson as she takes a deeper dive into the capabilities of Microsoft OneNote. During this step-by-step webinar, Tiffany will show you how to create personalized page templates, use Side Notes, create hyperlinks, and a variety of settings and preferences to help make your OneNote experience top-notch! She'll even throw in ways to use Math Tools, Immersive Reader, and Accessibility Features in OneNote.

Presented by: Dr. Samantha Fecich Session Description:If you're using Microsoft Teams, and looking for a fun way to increase student engagement – join Dr. Samantha Fecich as she shows you how to incorporate Flipgrids into your Microsoft Teams platform. Flipgrids is a free video discussion tool made by Microsoft, so it is super simple to integrate it into your Teams account – and we'll show you how and give you some great ideas in this this step-by-step webinar that will leave you feeling like a pro!

Presented by: Tiffany Thompson Session Description:Are you ready to take your Microsoft PowerPoint presentations to the next level? Join expert trainer Tiffany Thompson as she explains how go beyond the basics and incorporate things like tables, charts and graphs, SmartArt, as well as audio and video recordings. In addition, you will also learn how to apply creative transitions and animations that will leave you feeling like a pro!

Presented by: Tiffany Thompson Session Description:Microsoft Sway can be used as an effective communication tool with parents. During this session, Microsoft Master Trainer, Tiffany Thompson, will show you just how easy it is to share curriculum resources and feedback with parents in Sway. She'll also show you how to create and customize Newsletter Templates and embed Microsoft Forms into Sway.

Presented by: Dr. Samantha Fecich Session Description:If you're using Microsoft Teams and looking for a fun, effective way to encourage student collaboration - join Dr. Samantha Fecich as she shows you how to incorporate Microsoft Whiteboard into your Teams platform. Whiteboard is a free digital canvas app made by Microsoft, so it is super simple to integrate it into your Teams account – and we'll show you how to access templates and add extras like text, images, drawings, and backgrounds that will leave you feeling like a pro!

Presented by: Tiffany Thompson Session Description:Now that you've learned a little about Microsoft OneNote, it's time to jump in! During this step-by-step webinar, designed for beginners, expert Microsoft Trainer, Tiffany Thompson, will show you how to do a variety of tasks within OneNote. Topics covered in this webinar include learning how to format a OneNote Notebook, opening and closing Notebooks, Annotating in OneNote, using tags, searching, and recording audio and video.

Presented by: Michelle Cheasty Session Description:How do we teach literacy in an online learning environment in a way that ensures access and equity for all students? Join Dr. Michelle Cheasty as she shares best practices and teaching strategies for supporting struggling readers in a virtual world. You will also learn a variety of digital tools and online resources that you can use to help support struggling readers in an online learning environment.

Presented by: Tiffany Thompson Session Description:Even prior to the pandemic, educators have been reporting increasing levels of stress. Coronavirus has only exacerbated that stress as teachers struggle to meet the needs of their students in an ever-changing educational landscape. Join Susan Brooks-Young as she shares why a full-blown SEL curriculum isn't required to find balance both personally and professionally. You will also learn strategies in six areas where educators and students can immediately increase their sense of well-being.

Presented by: Tiffany Thompson Session Description:Now that you've learned the basics of Microsoft Sway, it's time to put it into practice! During this session, Microsoft Master Trainer, Tiffany Thompson, will show you how to elevate student voice using Sway, how to use built-in templates with students, and other ways to personalize Microsoft Sway for student use.

Presented by: Dr. Samantha Fecich Session Description:If you're using Microsoft Teams and looking for a simple way to create and share engaging presentations - join Dr. Samantha Fecich as she shows you how to incorporate Nearpod into your Microsoft Teams platform. Nearpod is a free student engagement tool that is super simple to integrate into your Teams account - plus, we'll show you how to use Nearpod's accessibility feature, Immersive Reader, in this this step-by-step webinar that will leave you feeling like a pro!

Presented by: Dr. Samantha Fecich Session Description:In this step-by-step webinar, you'll learn everything you need to get started with Microsoft Teams. Join expert teacher trainer, Dr. Samantha Fecich, as she shows you around the wonderful world of this powerful tool. In this webinar, discover how to efficiently navigate the platform and perform fundamental tasks. You'll learn how to create a team, add students, add teachers, organize your team and tabs, and so much more!

Presented by: Tiffany Thompson Session Description:Microsoft Sway is a free, web-based Microsoft Program that allows you to create and share digital content. In this beginner session, join Microsoft Master Trainer Tiffany Thompson, as she shows you how to get started with Sway step-by-step. During this session, you'll learn how to create a new Sway from scratch or from an existing document or topic. You'll also learn how to add a variety of content to your Sway and how to customize and share it with others.

Presented by: Dr. Samantha Fecich Session Description:Now that you are familiar with the Microsoft Teams platform, it's time to have some fun! In this webinar, Dr. Samantha Fecich will show you how to use a variety of engaging tools to create meaningful learning experiences within Microsoft Teams. She'll show you step-by-step how to engage students with things like forms, polls, and embedded content. This session will also cover best practices for communication strategies within your group.

Presented by: Dr. Samantha Fecich Session Description:If you're teaching remotely, virtual, or any combination – Microsoft Teams gives you the capability to Go Live. In this webinar join expert trainer, Dr. Samantha Fecich, as she shares best practices of Going Live in Microsoft Teams. In this webinar, she'll show you how to use the features and functions of Microsoft Teams to leave you confident to Go Live for the very first time. She'll also share lots of great tips and tricks, from blurring the background to class notes. Plus lots of other ideas on teaching virtually using Microsoft Teams.

Presented by: Tiffany Thompson Session Description:Now that you know the basics of Microsoft PowerPoint, let's start creating! Join expert trainer, Tiffany Thompson, as she shows you step-by-step how to build and create interesting slide presentations with Microsoft PowerPoint. You'll learn how to make your slides more appealing and informative by changing backgrounds, inserting and formatting text boxes, adding graphics, including online video, and more!

Presented by: Tiffany Thompson Session Description:Microsoft OneNote notebooks can be easily shared, and also have a lot of great collaboration features as well. Join Microsoft Trainer, Tiffany Thompson, as she shares best practices, ideas, and tips on collaborating with Microsoft OneNote. In this session, you'll learn step-by-step how to share a notebook or single note with others, how to move existing notebooks, and how to collaborate with others within a notebook. She'll also show you some other great tips from viewing page versions to deleting notebooks permanently.

Presented by: Tiffany Thompson Session Description:Did you know that Microsoft PowerPoint offers accessibility features that make it easier to meet the needs of diverse learners? Join expert trainer Tiffany Thompson as she shares how to use various teaching tools such as annotating, commenting, subtitles, translations and more! You'll also learn how to incorporate Microsoft Forms into your PowerPoint presentations, as well as where to access education templates.

Presented by: Tiffany Thompson Session Description:Creating content that is accessible, inclusive and personalized is key to ensuring success for all students. Join Tiffany Thompson as she shares how a few easy adjustments to your current lessons can give your students access to quality content; efficiently and independently. You will also learn tips and tricks for using Microsoft Office to build lessons with accessibility and inclusion in mind, as well as how to create personalized learning experiences that meet the needs of all students' learning styles, preferences, and abilities.

Have you heard about Microsoft OneNote and you'd like to learn more about it and get started? Join Microsoft expert, Tiffany Thompson, as she provides this step-by-step introductory webinar all about Microsoft OneNote. You'll learn what OneNote is and explore capabilities. By the end, you'll know how to create a OneNote notebook in OneNote Online or OneNote for Windows 10. You'll be a master at organizing ideas, files, media, tables and more!

In this beginner session, you'll learn everything that you need to get started using PowerPoint – a slide presentation tool from Microsoft. Join expert trainer Tiffany Thompson as she shares an overview of all that PowerPoint has to offer so you can see the full capabilities of the software. You will also learn some getting started tips & tricks that will help you feel more confident using Microsoft PowerPoint.