Innovative Online Apps and Resources for Tech-Savvy Teachers

Outline

1. Introduction and Session Overview (10 minutes)

Content: Brief introduction to session objectives, ISTE and Transformative Learning Principles, and an overview of the apps and resources to be covered.

1.Engagement: poll or discussion about participants' current digital tools and challenges.

2. Exploring Key Online Apps and Resources (20 minutes)
Content: Showcase a selection of online apps categorized by use

Engagement: Live demonstration of each tool, showing real-life examples.

Process: Participants interact with tools in real-time via their devices. They will be prompted to experiment with setting up an activity or project using the tools.

3. Hands-On Activity: Creating Interactive Lessons (25 minutes)
Content: Guide participants through creating interactive lessons with one of the apps. They will design a lesson tailored to their classroom needs.
Engagement: Hands-on session where participants build lessons, followed by a peer-review segment.

4. Personalizing Learning with Technology (15 minutes)
Content: Explore strategies for using digital tools to personalize learning, meet diverse student needs, and create individualized learning pathways.
Engagement: Group activity where participants brainstorm personalization strategies based on case studies.
Process: Small group discussions on implementing personalization, with each group presenting their approach to the larger group.
5. Overcoming Challenges and Practical Tips (10 minutes)
Content: potential challenges

Engagement: Open Q&A where participants share their concerns and experiences, followed by tips from the presenter.
Process: Facilitated group discussion where participants ask questions and offer solutions.

6. Wrap-Up and Takeaways (10 minutes) outline actionable steps participants can take after the workshop.
Engagement: Each participant shares one key takeaway or action plan for using the tools in their classroom.
Process: Group reflection and final discussions to consolidate learning and ensure actionable takeaways.
Total Session Time: 90 minutes

Supporting research

ISTE Standards for Educators – These standards emphasize the role of technology in enhancing learning and teaching, promoting digital citizenship, and empowering students with 21st-century skills. The ISTE website provides comprehensive resources on integrating technology into education.

"The Innovator’s Mindset" by George Couros – This book highlights the importance of fostering innovation in education through technology and creating student-centered learning environments. Couros advocates for using digital tools to encourage creativity, critical thinking, and personalized learning.

"Blended Learning in Action" by Catlin R. Tucker, Tiffany Wycoff, and Jason T. Green – This book discusses practical strategies for blending online apps and face-to-face instruction to increase student engagement and improve learning outcomes.

Edutopia (edutopia.org) – A highly regarded website that provides research-based articles on innovative teaching practices, including the integration of digital tools, apps, and online platforms for better student engagement and learning.

"Personalized Learning: A Guide for Engaging Students with Technology" by Peggy Grant and Dale Basye – This resource delves into how technology can be used to personalize instruction and make learning more adaptive to individual student needs.

John Hattie’s "Visible Learning" – Though not technology-specific, Hattie's research-based book provides insights into what makes learning effective, including the potential of digital tools to improve visible learning outcomes through feedback and student engagement.