Are you ready to revolutionize your teaching methods with the latest digital tools and resources? Integrating technology into the classroom can make learning more exciting and relevant for your students and improve learning outcomes. Join Lauren Boucher for this hands-on, interactive workshop and discover the latest and greatest web tools, apps, and strategies to increase efficiency, engage your students, and take your lessons and materials to the next level. Get ready to embark on a journey to supercharge your teaching and provide your students with more innovative learning experiences! Lauren’s expertise in technology integration will empower you with an upgraded digital toolkit that will transform your classroom into a vibrant, engaging learning space. Key Takeaways Discover the newest and most effective digital tools for education that can transform your lessons and engage your students. Learn how to design interactive lessons that incorporate multimedia elements, gamified activities, and collaborative projects. Discover how technology can streamline the assessment process, providing real-time feedback and insights into student progress. Understand the importance of digital citizenship and learn how to integrate lessons on online safety, ethics, and responsible technology use into your curriculum. Presented by Lauren Boucher Lauren Boucher is a Regional Consultant for Digital Teaching and Learning with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. She holds a master's degree in elementary education and boasts a rich teaching background, including third-grade instruction and gifted education at both elementary and middle school levels. Her expertise also extends to serving as an Instructional Technology Specialist for Pitt County Schools and she shares her insights through both in-person and online presentations at conferences across the nation.

FigJam by Figma is an exciting new online tool that is free for educators and students. Figjam can be used as a collaborative whiteboard, a presentation platform, and so much more! Join Lauren Boucher and explore how to use this versatile tool, discover how to implement it in your classroom, and locate ready-made templates. Participants will also have an opportunity to utilize FigJam to create a lesson, presentation, or activity that they can immediately use with their students, so let’s get jiggy! Presented by Lauren Boucher

If you are looking to gamify your classroom, the first step is to employ the elements of game design that will engage and motivate your students. Join Lauren Boucher for this hands-on, interactive workshop as she shares how you can shift parts of your classroom instruction, activities, or both, into a fun game that your students will be excited to play! Participants will also receive a ready-made planning template that they can use to bring gamification into their classroom and tips and tricks to level up their classroom culture. This is workshop two of three for the series titled “How to Use Gamification to Motivate and Engage Your Students.” Presented by Lauren Boucher

Shifting parts of your classroom instruction, activities, or both, is a terrific way to get your students motivated to participate and engaged in learning. Join Lauren Boucher for this hands-on, interactive workshop as she shares tools, tips, tricks, and strategies to help transform elements of your classroom into a fun, interactive game! Participants will also have the opportunity to use a ready-made planning template to design a gamification system for their classroom that will increase student engagement, collaboration, and academic achievement. This is workshop three of three for the series titled “How to Use Gamification to Motivate and Engage Your Students.” Presented by Lauren Boucher NOTE: While we recommend that you attend all sessions of the workshop series to meet the learning objectives, each workshop can be attended as a standalone. Full members will also have access to view the recordings on-demand and earn up to three continuing education credits.

Presented by: Lauren Boucher Session Description:We all know how important it is to get plenty of rest and relaxation over the summer months. It’s also important to come back to school rejuvenated and reinvigorated with new, exciting ideas for your classroom. Join Lauren Boucher to learn where to find awesome professional learning opportunities that fit into your schedule and summer lifestyle, and return to the classroom ready for the new year!

Moving from a teacher-centered to student-centered learning environment puts students at the heart of education and empowers them to take ownership of their learning. Join Lauren Boucher for this hands-on, interactive workshop as she shares a wealth of practical strategies, tools, and resources that will inspire you to make the shift to a more engaging, inclusive, student-centered classroom. You will also have the opportunity to develop a plan for creating your own student-centered learning environment where students feel comfortable taking risks, trying new things, and being themselves. Join us to embark on this transformative journey together and unlock the true potential of student-centered education! Presented by Lauren Boucher Lauren Boucher is a Regional Digital Teaching and Learning Consultant for the state of North Carolina. She earned her master's degree in elementary education, and she has taught third grade, as well as elementary and middle school gifted education. Lauren also has experience as an Instructional Technology Specialist for Pitt County Schools, and she presents at face-to-face and online conferences across the nation.

Google Jamboard is a free online tool that can be used for real-time, visual sudent collaboration and integrates with Google Workspace. Jamboard can be used as a digital whiteboard, a presentation platform, and so much more! Join Lauren Boucher for this interactive workshop and discover creative ways to incorporate this versatile tool into your classroom, including where to find time-saving, done-for-you templates. Participants will also have an opportunity to experience using Jamboard for themselves to create a lesson, presentation, or activity that they can immediately use with their students, so let’s pump up the jams! Presented by Lauren Boucher

Are you ready to supercharge your teaching with the latest and greatest Google Chrome extensions available? The right extensions can transform your browser into an educational powerhouse, offering endless possibilities for both educators and students. Join Lauren Boucher for this hands-on, interactive workshop as she unveils a curated selection of the best Chrome extensions from organization and productivity to interactive tools that ignite student engagement. Get ready to uncover a treasure trove of resources that will enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and engagement! Lauren’s expertise in technology integration will empower you to reshape your classroom into an innovative and interactive learning space. Key Takeaways Explore a curated selection of the best Chrome extensions designed to enhance your teaching, productivity, and student engagement. Learn how to use Chrome extensions to create interactive and engaging lessons that captivate your students and make learning fun. Discover strategies for optimizing your workflow with Chrome extensions, reducing administrative tasks, and increasing teaching time. Understand how Chrome extensions can enrich your students' learning experiences, providing new avenues for collaboration, creativity, and exploration. Presented by Lauren Boucher Lauren Boucher is a Regional Consultant for Digital Teaching and Learning with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. She holds a master's degree in elementary education and boasts a rich teaching background, including third-grade instruction and gifted education at both elementary and middle school levels. Her expertise also extends to serving as an Instructional Technology Specialist for Pitt County Schools and she shares her insights through both in-person and online presentations at conferences across the nation.

Presented by: Lauren Boucher Session Description:Providing students with an opportunity to amplify their voice is a great way to build engagement in the learning process. Join Lauren Boucher as she shares the basics of podcasting and how to get started with your students, step-by-step. You will also walk away with tips and tricks that will assist your students in sharing their voices with others around the world.

Presented by: Lauren Boucher Session Description:Are you looking for a fun, innovative activity that infuses technology into your curriculum? Join Lauren Boucher as she shares, step-by-step, how to create Pixel Art with Google Sheets for any grade level or subject area. You will also walk away with templates and application ideas to get your students excited about learning with this easy-to-implement, visual learning strategy.

Presented by: Lauren Boucher Session Description:Are you looking for fun, creative ways to engage your students in the learning process? Look no further than educational protocols. Join Lauren Boucher to learn what they are, why they're valuable, and dive into exploring protocols for activating and engaging in content, exploring new information, and integrating new learning. Participants will leave with step-by-step directions and templates to use tomorrow!

Are you struggling to get parents involved in your classroom and their child's education? Join our Lauren Boucher for this hands-on, interactive workshop to discover practical strategies and resources for building strong partnerships with parents and families. Lauren will share tips for communicating effectively with parents, creating a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment, and engaging families in their child's learning journey. You will also walk away with proven techniques for building trust and collaboration between home and school, as well as tools for tracking and evaluating parent involvement. Whether you are a new teacher or a seasoned educator, this session will equip you with the skills and confidence you need to take your parent engagement to the next level! Presented by Lauren Boucher Lauren Boucher is a Regional Digital Teaching and Learning Consultant for the state of North Carolina. She earned her master's degree in elementary education, and she has taught third grade, as well as elementary and middle school gifted education. Lauren also has experience as an Instructional Technology Specialist for Pitt County Schools, and she presents at face-to-face and online conferences across the nation.

Presented by: Lauren Boucher Session Description:Have you heard the buzz around OER, but have no clue what they are? OER stands for Open Education Resources, and you need to have them in your teacher life! Join Lauren Boucher to discover more about these free teaching and learning tools, where to find them, and why they are so valuable. You will also walk away with a variety of brand new, innovative resources to add to your teacher toolbox!

Calling all Google Classroom users! Are you ready to take your teaching to the next level in the upcoming school year? As educators gear up for the fall semester, staying at the forefront of technology is essential. Join Lauren Boucher as she unveils the latest and greatest updates in Google Classroom for Fall 2023 that will revolutionize the way you engage with your students, manage assignments, and provide personalized feedback. Prepare to embark on this informative journey and stay ahead of the curve in leveraging Google Classroom for enhanced teaching and learning! Lauren’s expertise and dynamic presentation style will provide you with practical tools and strategies to create a dynamic, interactive, and efficient virtual and in-person classroom environment. This is workshop four of four for the series titled “What's New in Google for Fall 2023.” NOTE: While we recommend that you attend all sessions of the workshop series to meet the learning objectives, each workshop can be attended as a standalone. Full members will also have access to view the recordings on demand and earn up to four continuing education credits. Key Takeaways Learn how the new Google Classroom updates can simplify classroom organization, assignment distribution, and grading, saving you time and effort. Explore features that foster student collaboration, feedback, and interaction, making your virtual classroom a hub for active learning. Discover tools and settings that promote inclusivity, allowing you to better support students of diverse learning needs. Master assessment and feedback tools that facilitate prompt and meaningful evaluation of student work. Presented by Lauren Boucher Lauren Boucher is a Regional Consultant for Digital Teaching and Learning with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. She holds a master's degree in elementary education and boasts a rich teaching background, including third-grade instruction and gifted education at both elementary and middle school levels. Her expertise also extends to serving as an Instructional Technology Specialist for Pitt County Schools and she shares her insights through both in-person and online presentations at conferences across the nation.

Presented by: Lauren Boucher Session Description:Wouldn't it be great if there were a FREE tool that allowed you to create interactive, engaging content for your students, control what your students see and do on their devices, and provide real time feedback that allows you to make in-the-moment adjustments to your lesson? Lucky for us, there is a tool that does all of this called Nearpod. Join Lauren Boucher to learn the basics of creating engaging lessons using the free version of Nearpod. Lauren will demonstrate how to create lessons from scratch, import existing slides, insert interactive elements, and use the reporting tools.

Presented by: Lauren Boucher Session Description:So you have the premium version of Nearpod...now what? Join Lauren Boucher as she shares instructional strategies and lesson ideas to help you get the most from your Nearpod subscription. She will share lesson development and pedagogical best practices.

Presented by: Lauren Boucher Session Description:Want a creative, engaging way to get students to reflect on or show their learning? Look no further than booksnaps, or mathsnaps, or any kind of snaps! Join Lauren Boucher to learn how to use Google Drawings and Google Slides to get your students to explore their thinking and learning in innovative ways.

Presented by: Lauren Boucher Session Description:Student motivation can be tricky even in face to face situations, but it can be even more so when instruction and learning is being delivered in a blended or fully virtual environment. In this session, Lauren Boucher explains how using digital badging with Canvas and Badgr can increase motivation, engagement, and participation. Teachers will learn how to create badges using Google Drawings, as well as how to manually or automagically assign badges to students.

Presented by: Lauren Boucher Session Description:Are you looking for fun, creative ways to engage your students in the learning process? Look no further than educational protocols. Join Lauren Boucher to learn what they are, why they're valuable, and dive into exploring protocols for brainstorming and generating ideas, classroom discussions, and more. Participants will leave with step-by-step directions and templates to use tomorrow!

Whether you are a new teacher looking to build your instructional toolkit, or an experienced educator seeking to deepen your understanding of effective teaching practices, this training is for you. Join Lauren Boucher for this hands-on, interactive workshop as she shares proven classroom strategies, based on John Hattie’s research, that will help your students reach their goals and achieve success. Participants will also walk away with a bevy of ideas and resources that they can implement quickly and easily the very next day! Presented by Lauren Boucher Lauren Boucher is a Regional Digital Teaching and Learning Consultant for the state of North Carolina. She earned her Master's degree in Elementary Education and she has taught third grade, as well as elementary and middle school gifted education. Lauren also has experience as an Instructional Technology Specialist for Pitt County Schools and she presents at face-to-face and online conferences across the nation.

Presented by: Lauren Boucher Recognizing that ALL students have unique experiences, strengths, and needs is the first step in developing an inclusive mindset. Next is designing learning experiences that capitalize on those individualities and celebrate students for who they are. Join Lauren Boucher for this collaborative, hands-on workshop as she shares strategies that will inspire each of your students to learn, contribute, and feel like an integral part of the classroom community. Participants will receive done-for-you templates, step-by-step instructions for classroom implementation, as well as the opportunity to make-and-take a variety of activities that will motivate your students to actively participate in the learning process. Special Technology Instructions Participants will need access to an internet device and a non-school, personal Google account. SimpleK12’s Google Classroom will be utilized for the interactive and hands-on components of this workshop.

Are you ready to harness the full potential of the latest Google Sheets features for the upcoming school year? As educators gear up for the fall semester, staying at the forefront of technology is essential. Join Lauren Boucher as she unveils the latest and greatest updates in Google Sheets, designed to revolutionize the way you organize data, track progress, and analyze information. Get ready to embark on this informative journey and gain mastery over the latest Google Sheets improvements for Fall 2023, including inspiring ideas and classroom implementation strategies! Lauren’s expertise and dynamic presentation style will empower you with the tools you need to supercharge your spreadsheets, elevate your teaching, and create engaging learning experiences for your students. This is workshop three of four for the series titled “What's New in Google for Fall 2023.” NOTE: While we recommend that you attend all sessions of the workshop series to meet the learning objectives, each workshop can be attended as a standalone. Full members will also have access to view the recordings on demand and earn up to four continuing education credits. Key Takeaways Learn how the updated features in Google Sheets can enable you to efficiently organize, sort, and manage data. Discover automation tools that streamline routine tasks, allowing you to focus more on teaching and less on administrative work. Explore collaborative features that facilitate real-time data sharing and engagement with your students and colleagues. Master visualization tools that can help you create informative charts and graphs, empowering you to make data-driven decisions. Presented by Lauren Boucher Lauren Boucher is a Regional Consultant for Digital Teaching and Learning with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. She holds a master's degree in elementary education and boasts a rich teaching background, including third-grade instruction and gifted education at both elementary and middle school levels. Her expertise also extends to serving as an Instructional Technology Specialist for Pitt County Schools and she shares her insights through both in-person and online presentations at conferences across the nation.

Are you ready to revolutionize your back-to-school strategy and kick off the new school year with a bang? As the new academic year approaches, educators around the world are seeking innovative ways to create impactful learning environments. Join Lauren Boucher as she unveils how to harness the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and make your classroom smarter, more efficient, and better equipped to cater to diverse student needs. Get ready to embark on a journey that will transform your back-to-school approach! Lauren’s expertise and dynamic presentation style promise to provide you with actionable insights and innovative strategies that will propel your back-to-school preparations to new heights. Key Takeaways Understand the pivotal role of artificial intelligence in enhancing teaching and learning methodologies for a more efficient and effective back-to-school experience. Explore AI-powered tools that can automate administrative tasks, giving you more time to focus on meaningful interactions with your students. Learn how AI-generated content can captivate students' interest, encouraging active participation and deeper engagement with the curriculum. Discover how embracing AI technology can rekindle your enthusiasm for teaching, providing new avenues to engage students and amplify their academic growth. Presented by Lauren Boucher Lauren Boucher is a Regional Consultant for Digital Teaching and Learning with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. She holds a master's degree in elementary education and boasts a rich teaching background, including third-grade instruction and gifted education at both elementary and middle school levels. Her expertise also extends to serving as an Instructional Technology Specialist for Pitt County Schools and she shares her insights through both in-person and online presentations at education conferences across the nation.

Presented by: Lauren Boucher Session Description:You're probably a pro at using Google Sheets, but is it time to take it to Master Status. Join Lauren Boucher to learn some new skills when it comes to the Sheets app of the Google for Education Suite. Lauren will share features and classroom implementation ideas for all grade levels. Leave inspired and empowered to become a Google Sheets Master!

Presented by: Lauren Boucher Session Description:You're probably a pro at using Google Docs, but is it time to take it to Master Status? Join Lauren Boucher to learn some new skills when it comes to the Docs app of the Google for Education Suite. Lauren will share underutilized features, time-saving tips, and classroom implementation ideas for all grade levels. Leave inspired and empowered to become a Google Docs Master!