Digital Innovation
When it comes to instruction in the classroom, digital innovation can play a crucial role in helping teachers to develop new and creative ways to engage students and enhance learning outcomes.
Here are a few areas of focus:
- Digital tools and platforms
- Collaborative learning
- Personalized learning
- Blended learning
Overall, digital innovation can help teachers to embrace new technologies and teaching strategies that enhance student engagement, improve learning outcomes, and prepare students for the digital world.
Google Educators
Join Our Group
The ESC Region 12 Google Educators group is a group of people who want to learn more about Google and share what they know about Google.
By joining (for free), you get the following benefits:
- Access to our open forum
- Talk Google with Educators
- Monthly Google Updates
- 1 hour virtual meeting
- Demonstrations/How-Tos
Video Archive
Monthly Updates
Meetings for the new school year will be resuming shortly. Click here to subscribe to the calendar (or here for just this month's event) so you don't miss any meetings. Zoom link can be obtained by the Google Group board or requesting one to jessary@esc12.net
Microsoft Educators
Join Our Group
The ESC Region 12 Microsoft Educators group is a group of people who want to learn more about Microsoft and share what they know about Microsoft and how it works in the classroom. By joining (for free), you get the following benefits:
- Access to our open Teams Channel
- Talk Microsoft with Educators
- Monthly Microsoft Updates
- 1 hour virtual meeting
- Demonstrations/How-Tos
Video Archive
Monthly Updates
Meetings for the new school year will be resuming shortly. Click here to subscribe to our Calendar so you don't miss any meetings. Zoom link can be obtained by the Microsoft Teams channel or clicking the button below.
Blended Learning
Transform Your Classrooms with Blended Learning!
This exciting new program, inspired by the successful Raising Blended Learners model, empowers educators to create dynamic classrooms that personalize learning for every student.
Here's what sets us apart:
- Deep Dive into Blended Learning: Our comprehensive program features six, 3-hour workshops—each focusing on a key pillar of Blended Learning, like Student Experience and Personalized Learning. Teachers will collaborate, plan implementation strategies for their teams, and walk away with practical tools.
- Data-Driven Decisions: Our partnership with your designated Project Manager ensures ongoing support. ESC Specialists will collect data throughout the program, allowing you to measure student growth and identify needs. A user-friendly data visualization package provides clear insights for all stakeholders.
- Dedicated Support: Don't go it alone! Two ESC Specialists will hold dedicated office hours specifically for your cohort, offering ongoing guidance and technical assistance for your leadership team and Project Manager.
- Implementation Planning: In collaboration with the Project Manager and teacher teams, ESC Specialists will help you develop action plans to implement and refine your blended learning skills between specialist visits.
Ignite the spark of personalized learning and empower every student to reach their full potential!
Contact us today to learn more and join the Blended Learning Initiative.
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Five Pillars of
Blended Learning
Blog Posts
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