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In an ever-evolving world, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education is vital in preparing students for the future. This course is tailored for all educators, but especially those new to the world of STEM who may feel overwhelmed at the idea of one more thing! The good news is that you can incorporate authentic STEM learning into what you are already doing in your work with students. This STEM course satisfies the OSPI requirement for recertification in Washington. 

Are you looking for a class that will allow you to create digital resources for your students?  Then this is the perfect course for any K-12 educator interested in furthering their skills.  This course is designed to lead you through the process of making digital Google Jamboards for your students.  It is practical and a great use of your time to meet the diverse needs of your students. 

This course meets OSPI’s STEM requirements

S.T.E.A.M. is an educational approach to learning that integrates two or more key K-12 subject areas: Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Math. This course will help you blend these content areas to enhance learning across the curriculum. Your students will begin to take thoughtful risks, engage in experiential learning, problem solve, collaborate, and explore the creative process.

Unlocking the Power of Google Classroom: A Guide for K-12 Educators

Are you ready to elevate your students' classroom experience and empower your students with innovative teaching techniques? Welcome to "Unlocking the Power of Google Classroom," a transformative course designed to unleash the full potential of this dynamic educational platform.

Google Classroom is not just a tool; it's a game-changer that redefines the way teachers and students interact in the digital age. This course is your gateway to mastering its capabilities, enabling you to create a more engaging, organized, and efficient virtual learning environment.

Course Highlights:

Streamlined Teaching: Discover how to effortlessly create assignments, share announcements, and initiate class discussions. Google Classroom is your key to saving time and keeping your classes beautifully organized.

Enhanced Communication: Effective communication is at the heart of successful teaching. Explore how Google Classroom improves communication with your students, whether through attaching documents from Google Drive, sharing educational videos, or linking to relevant websites. Set due dates for assignments, conduct seamless grading, and foster real-time interactions through class announcements and discussions.

Empowered Engagement: Ignite student engagement with dynamic, interactive lessons. Learn to create a virtual classroom where learning is a vibrant and collaborative experience. This course equips you with the tools and strategies to make every class period count, even in the digital realm.

Hands-On Practice: Practical experience is essential. In this course, K-12 educators will not only learn the ins and outs of Google Classroom but will also create their very own Google Classroom and implement one or more lessons with their students.

Community of Educators: Collaboration is at the core of our course. Connect with fellow educators, share ideas, and expand your network. Collaborate, learn, and grow together in our supportive learning community.

Join us on this transformative journey and become a Google Classroom expert, poised to elevate your teaching to new heights. Prepare to redefine the future of education by enrolling in "Unlocking the Power of Google Classroom" today. Your students are waiting for you to lead the way.

Let's embark on this educational adventure together!

This course meets OSPI's STEM requirements.
(Formerly: MORE REAL WORLD MATH)

Math is a fundamental component of much of our modern world and can be taught using real world problems, data, and examples. This online course will take advantage of Internet resources in the use of real life math. By assessing resources on the web, we will begin to prepare a portfolio of both on-line and off-line classroom projects that can be used to teach math in your specific classroom.