Come and explore the features of Google's very own AI platform: Gemini! With Gemini, you can get help completing tasks, planning lessons, and even preparing materials for students. See you how can conduct deep research and create your own AI helpers with Gems! This is an intermediate session, and experience with the Google Education Suite is preferred for best success in this session.
Hi! I'm Allie and I'm a Consulting Teacher with the Ed Tech Department. Some of you may have cursed my name while attempting to finish some of our online PD (totally understandable). This was my 10th year in Baldwin County and my 15th in education. I previously worked as a Teacher... Read More →
Wednesday July 23, 2025 9:00am - 9:50am CDT Room 4
Explore you can create and edit your own videos using the Google Education Suite. We'll look at how Google Meet, Google Slides, and the NEW Google Vids can help you create the best videos for your students to keep everyone up-to-date on the latest happenings in your classroom. This is an intermediate session and previous experience with the Google Education Suite is preferred for success in this session.
Hi! I'm Allie and I'm a Consulting Teacher with the Ed Tech Department. Some of you may have cursed my name while attempting to finish some of our online PD (totally understandable). This was my 10th year in Baldwin County and my 15th in education. I previously worked as a Teacher... Read More →
Wednesday July 23, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am CDT Room 4
This session will take a closer look at contemporary YA literature that has could have educational merit for secondary standards and objectives. Specific books published in the last 3 years will be discussed and the process of requesting they be added to the district reading list will be reviewed. The use of contemporary literature can provide students with relatable content, characters, and situations. This can also encourage students to read outside of the required literature for class, and remind them that there are so many amazing stories being told now for them to enjoy.
Hi! I'm Allie and I'm a Consulting Teacher with the Ed Tech Department. Some of you may have cursed my name while attempting to finish some of our online PD (totally understandable). This was my 10th year in Baldwin County and my 15th in education. I previously worked as a Teacher... Read More →
Wednesday July 23, 2025 11:00am - 11:50am CDT Room 4
Transforming classroom assignments into games can make learning more engaging and enjoyable for students across all subjects. By incorporating elements like competition, rewards, and challenges, you can turn standard tasks into interactive experiences that spark curiosity and enthusiasm. Whether it's using quiz-style games for history, math puzzles with a timed twist, or science-based scavenger hunts, these gamified activities encourage active participation, boost motivation, and help students retain information in a fun, dynamic way. Gamifying learning not only fosters a sense of excitement but also promotes teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
Mrs. Franklin has been a special education teacher for over nine and a half years. She has a background in behavior and Speech Language Pathology. In addition to advocating for her students, she is an avid volunteer and member of Alpha Kappa Sorority. She is a mentor/founder of the... Read More →
Wednesday July 23, 2025 12:00pm - 12:50pm CDT Room 4
Admin introduction to ESL resources; including but not limited to the ESL Tile, Program Guide, Enrollment, on-going PD, ELLevation platform, analysis of data, & documentation of progress.
