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Kaylee's Workshops
One workshop will be repeated, depending on interest.
Practical Accessibility Tools for Every Classroom
Practical Accessibility Tools for Every Classroom
Ready to empower every learner and thoughtfully integrate technology ? In this workshop, you’ll master powerful, yet often overlooked, accessibility and functional tools. Every classroom has learners with a wide range of needs, and this workshop will show you how to meet them exactly where they are using effective, accessible EdTech.
We'll dive into the built-in features of the technology you and your students use daily. You will learn to quickly enable robust accessibility settings on Chrome browsers and Chromebooks to support students with visual or reading needs. We will then explore the game-changing capabilities of Microsoft Immersive Reader, revolutionizing text-based learning with features like read-aloud, syllable breakdown, and translation across various applications. Next, you'll leverage Canva Education's accessibility checker to create your own inclusive materials with proper color contrast and alt-text. Finally, you’ll discover how voice typing in Google Docs and Microsoft Word can empower students who struggle with handwriting or typing, giving them a new avenue for expression.
This workshop is a practical experience designed to transform your teaching practice. You will leave with a Personal Accessibility Toolkit, a collection of go-to tools and a clear plan to introduce them to your students, creating a truly inclusive classroom environment where every student can succeed.
Unleash Creativity and Collaboration with Figjam
Unleash Creativity and Collaboration with Figjam
Join a dynamic, hands-on workshop crafted specifically for educators who are eager to embrace innovative teaching strategies. We know the challenge: how do you get every student participating, every voice heard, and every learner engaged with the material? FigJam offers a powerful and intuitive solution. You'll move beyond traditional slides and static documents to create an active learning environment where students can literally draw and organize their thoughts in real time. We'll show you how this versatile app can become your go-to tool for everything from breaking down complex science concepts into digestible visual diagrams to launching a full-class creative project where every student contributes to a shared digital masterpiece.
During our time together, you won’t just be watching a demo. You'll be actively creating and exploring the magic of FigJam yourself. We will start by walking you through the basics of the platform, from the powerful sticky note features and voting tools to the vast library of shapes, stamps, and connectors. You'll learn how to model lessons in a more dynamic way, building out mind maps, timelines, and flowcharts that capture student attention. Then, you will get dedicated time to play and create, with support on hand to help you bring your ideas to life. You’ll have the opportunity to build a lesson, design a group activity, or sketch out a collaborative project that you can use immediately in your classroom. Get ready to transform your teaching—one FigJam at a time.
Canva & Affinity: Designing the Future of Learning
Canva & Affinity: Designing the Future of Learning
Move beyond static templates to truly professional-grade design and unlock a new level of creativity in your classroom. This workshop introduces you to Canva Education, the ultimate visual communication platform, with a special focus on the professional tools from the Affinity programme. (Affinity is used for vector illustration, powerful image manipulation, and graphics publication.) This is your chance to discover how a suite of professional creative software—typically very costly—is now available to you via the free educator platform, opening up a world of advanced design, photo editing, and illustration for you and your students.
This workshop is designed to demystify advanced design. We will guide you through a series of hands-on activities, demonstrating how to harness Canva’s intuitive interface to design beautiful, professional materials in a fraction of the time. You’ll also view these tools through the lens of your students, preparing them for future careers and projects that demand visual communication expertise. The workshop explores the exciting potential of bringing high-end design into student-led projects. This is more than just a session on graphic design; it's a step toward transforming how you and your students express ideas. You’ll leave with tangible resources and the confidence to explore a powerful new creative landscape.
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