Summer and Fall 2023 CSLO Technology Integration Workshops

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Workshop Title	Instructors	Date of Workshop	Workshop Description
Adobe Creative Cloud: Photoshop and Illustrator	Mary Kovach and Phill Miano	7/12/2023	In this workshop, participants will be introduced to the features of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, as well as the overall functionality offered through their district’s Adobe Creative Cloud licenses. We will delve into using Adobe Photoshop to enhance photographs through a variety of adjustments. We will also explore using Photoshop for graphic design and creating photo-based works of art. Adobe Illustrator can also be used to create graphic designs and illustrations for a variety of purposes. The unique vector-based nature of Adobe Illustrator designs makes them scalable for any project and product, and its features allow for students and teachers to freely draw and fine tune their artwork. NOTE: In order to participate fully in this course, it is recommended that teachers already have Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and the Creative Cloud application installed on their devices. If you have questions about this, please contact Mary Kovach at mkovach@e1b.org.
Nearpod	Brian Blaszak and Val Ess	7/17/2023	Looking for a classroom interactive presentation tool? What if the interactive presentation tool could also, give you instant formative assessment data? This session will focus on the basics of using Nearpod as a presentation and formative assessment tool in the classroom. One of the benefits of using Nearpod as a tool in your classroom is the fact that you do not have to go back and reinvent the wheel. Nearpod seamlessly works with Google Slides and PowerPoints and easily converts them into Nearpod presentations. Please bring some classroom materials to work on and integrate with Nearpod.
SMART Notebook - Lumio	Brian Blaszak and Val Ess	7/25/2023	Lumio is SMART’s newest interactive software. Lumio is a tool that transforms static lesson delivery with game-based activities, formative assessments, and student collaboration to enhance learning experiences on any device. Lumio allows teachers to upload SMART lessons, give templates/manipulatives and provide live screen interaction with students. Teachers can utilize the SMART Notebook software and streamline their class notes and interactive components for lessons. Please bring your lesson materials to the workshop.
IXL: Support and Monitor Student Learning	Dan Lynch	7/26/2023	IXL is personalized learning. With a comprehensive K-12 curriculum, individualized guidance, and real-time analytics, IXL meets the unique needs of each learner. In this training, teachers will learn how to best use IXL to support student learning and to monitor student progress.
An Educator's Guide to Social Media, Technology, and the Young Learner	Darlynda Miktuk/ Andrew Wheelock	7/27/2023 8/2/2023	Our students and children today live lives that are saturated with technology. While this can provide empowering teaching and learning possibilities, it also comes with risks to safety and mental health. This 2 Day workshop will outline the risks, examine research, and develop strategies to help our students navigate the technology waters they are surrounded by.
Design for 3D Printing	Antonio Scordo	8/1/2023	The one day workshop will utilize Tinkercad as we explore the special design considerations that must be taken into account when the end goal is a printed product and now just a virtual one. Key terminology, and elements of design will be covered as well as common slicer settings to get your file ready to print. We will also look at key features to consider if you were selecting a 3D printer. This session is open to all teachers with an interest in learning more about 3D printing.
Naviance for New Counselors	Val Ess	8/7/2023	Introduction to Naviance. This workshop is for new counselors or anyone who would like a refresher. During this workshop, participants will explore all of the parts all of integrated services within Naviance to prepare your students for Career, College and Life readiness.
QR Codes & Nearpod at the Botanical Gardens	Melanie Kitchen and Dan Lynch	8/8/2023	This professional development will explore ways to integrate QR codes into developing learning experiences for any grade level or content area. The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens will serve as inspiration for ideation and problem solving into this PD! Teachers will learn to create educational resources in Nearpod that link to QR codes to create interactive and engaging learning experiences for students. All teachers should come prepared with their own computer and should ensure their district allows the use of Nearpod. Teachers will receive 5 hours of CTLE Credit/Hours for attending this training. An option to receive 3 additional hours will be available for completing a finished product for submission by 8/15/2023.
Naviance for New Counselors	Val Ess	8/8/2023	Introduction to Naviance. This workshop is for new counselors or anyone who would like a refresher. During this workshop, participants will explore all of the parts all of integrated services within Naviance to prepare your students for Career, College and Life readiness.
Google Ed for New Educators	Ryan Lepore and Dave Mileham	8/8/2023	If you are new to teaching or just new to a district and haven't used Google in an educational setting, this workshop is for you. We will work from the ground up in this half day intensive training.
O365 for New Educators	Ryan Lepore and Dave Mileham	8/8/2023	If you are new to teaching or just new to a district and haven't used O365 in an educational setting, this workshop is for you. We will work from the ground up in this half day intensive training.
Google Ed for New Educators	Ryan Lepore and Dave Mileham	8/10/2023	If you are new to teaching or just new to a district and haven't used Google in an educational setting, this workshop is for you. We will work from the ground up in this half day intensive training.
O365 for New Educators	Ryan Lepore and Dave Mileham	8/10/2023	If you are new to teaching or just new to a district and haven't used O365 in an educational setting, this workshop is for you. We will work from the ground up in this half day intensive training.
Smart Notebook - Lumio	Brian Blaszak and Val Ess	8/10/2023	Lumio is SMART’s newest interactive software. Lumio is a tool that transforms static lesson delivery with game-based activities, formative assessments, and student collaboration to enhance learning experiences on any device. Lumio allows teachers to upload SMART lessons, give templates/manipulatives and provide live screen interaction with students. Teachers can utilize the SMART Notebook software and streamline their class notes and interactive components for lessons. Please bring your lesson materials to the workshop.
EdPuzzle	Mary Kovach and Dan Wodarczak	8/10/2023	Turn any educational video into a lesson with EdPuzzle! EdPuzzle allows teachers to not only track student views, but also pause video in order for students to answer questions while they watch. EdPuzzle activities can be done as homework, as part of a "flipped" or blended learning classroom, or as an in-class video engagement strategy with the "Go Live!" feature.
Nearpod	Brian Blaszak and Val Ess	8/15/2023	Looking for a classroom interactive presentation tool? What if the interactive presentation tool could also, give you instant formative assessment data? This session will focus on the basics of using Nearpod as a presentation and formative assessment tool in the classroom. One of the benefits of using Nearpod as a tool in your classroom is the fact that you do not have to go back and reinvent the wheel. Nearpod seamlessly works with Google Slides and PowerPoints and easily converts them into Nearpod presentations. Please bring some classroom materials to work on and integrate with Nearpod.
Digital Storytelling at the Burchfield Penney	Dan Lynch & Melanie Kitchen	8/15/2023	This professional development will explore ways to integrate digital storytelling into any grade level or content area. The Burchfield Penney will serve as inspiration for ideation and problem solving for this PD! Teachers will explore ways digital storytelling can provide an interactive and engaging experience for students. Teachers will learn to use Canva and Book Creator but will be able to use any district approved technology tool. All teachers should come prepared with their own computer. Teachers will receive 5 hours of CTLE Credit/Hours for attending this training. An option to receive 3 additional hours will be available for completing a finished product for submission by 8/22/2023.
Kami	Dan Lynch	8/23/2023	In this training, educators will learn about the variety of tools accessible in Kami for annotation and markup. They will explore and brainstorm ways in which Kami could be used to support student instruction in their classroom. Educators should come prepared with a device with access to Kami. No prior experience with Kami is necessary.
AimswebPlus Introduction to Benchmarking	Mansel Wells	8/28/2023	This workshop will include an introduction to AimswebPlus. Participants will be introduced to the application website along with available resources. The focus will be on benchmarking for the Fall window.
Lexia Core5 Training	Mansel Wells	8/30/2023	This is an introduction to Lexia Core5. Participants will be prepared to use the application in an elementary classroom.
Lexia PowerUp	Mansel Wells	8/30/2023	This session will introduce participants to Lexia PowerUp.
Digital Storytelling at the Burchfield Penney	Dan Lynch & Melanie Kitchen	10/17/2023	This professional development will explore ways to integrate digital storytelling into any grade level or content area. The Burchfield Penney will serve as inspiration for ideation and problem solving for this PD! Teachers will explore ways digital storytelling can provide an interactive and engaging experience for students. Teachers will learn to use Canva and Book Creator but will be able to use any district approved technology tool. All teachers should come prepared with their own computer. Teachers will receive 5 hours of CTLE Credit/Hours for attending this training. An option to receive 3 additional hours will be available for completing a finished product for submission by 10/24/2023.
QR Codes and Nearpod at the Botanical Gardens	Melanie Kitchen and Dan Lynch	11/30/2023	This professional development will explore ways to integrate QR codes into developing learning experiences for any grade level or content area. The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens will serve as inspiration for ideation and problem solving into this PD! Teachers will learn to create educational resources in Nearpod that link to QR codes to create interactive and engaging learning experiences for students. All teachers should come prepared with their own computer and should ensure their district allows the use of Nearpod. Teachers will receive 5 hours of CTLE Credit/Hours for attending this training. An option to receive 3 additional hours will be available for completing a finished product for submission by 12/7/2023.