COURSE TITLE:

GOOGLE CLASSROOM

NO. OF CREDITS:

5 QUARTER CREDITS
[semester equivalent = 3.33 credits]

WA CLOCK HRS:  
OREGON PDUs:  
PENNSYLVANIA ACT 48:  
50
50
50

INSTRUCTOR:

Charity Staudenraus
charity.heritage@gmail.com

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

Unlock the full potential for students with Google Classroom! Google Classroom is a powerful platform that empowers educators to enhance their teaching, streamline administrative tasks, and foster stronger connections with students. With its intuitive interface, you can effortlessly create assignments, deliver announcements, and initiate thought-provoking discussions, all in one digital space. This not only saves valuable time but also ensures your classes are well-organized, making learning more efficient and enjoyable.

As an educator, you can utilize Google Classroom to attach resources from Google Drive, share informative videos, and provide direct links to educational websites. The platform allows you to establish due dates for assignments and offers a convenient grading system, simplifying the evaluation process. Plus, with class announcements and real-time discussions, you can engage with your students instantly, fostering interactive learning without the constraints of traditional classroom schedules.

Our comprehensive course is designed to empower K-12 educators to harness the potential of Google Classroom. Through this course, you'll have the opportunity to create your own Google Classroom, or utilize your existing classes, and put your newfound knowledge into practice by designing and delivering engaging lessons to your students. Additionally, you'll have the chance to collaborate with fellow educators, sharing insights and best practices to enrich your teaching toolkit.

This course is applicable to all K-12 educators who aim to enhance their technological skills and transform their teaching strategies. There's no need for a textbook, as all references and materials are readily available online. For educators not currently teaching courses, our instructor is available to discuss alternate assignment options to suit your unique circumstances.

Notably, Google Classroom is now accessible to anyone with a personal Gmail account, extending its reach to educators beyond Google Education account holders. Whether you're new to Google Classroom or looking to refine your expertise, this course welcomes educators from all backgrounds.

To get started, if you don't already have a Google Education account through your school district, you can easily sign up for Google Classroom using your personal Gmail account. Embrace the digital era and sign up today!

LEARNING OUTCOMES: Upon completion of this course, participants will have:

Upon completion of this course, participants will:

  1. Gain Profound Insight into Google Classroom:

    • Develop a deep understanding of the functionality and mechanisms of Google Classroom, enabling you to navigate and utilize the platform effectively.

  2. Harness Google Classroom for Educational Excellence:

    • Learn how to leverage Google Classroom as a versatile tool for enriching the teaching and learning experience, both inside and outside the traditional classroom setting.

  3. Master Google Classroom's Key Features:

    •  Acquire the skills to create classes, craft engaging assignments, make impactful announcements, send emails, and seamlessly share multimedia resources, including videos and web links through Google Classroom.

  4. Foster Collaboration and Engagement:

    • Explore how Google Classroom promotes collaboration among students and teachers, breaking down barriers within and beyond the classroom walls. Understand how to create an inclusive and collaborative learning environment.

  5. Boost Productivity and Organization:

    • Discover the time-saving capabilities of Google Classroom and learn how to maintain a well-organized digital classroom space. Effectively manage assignments and communication for improved productivity.

  6. Implement Knowledge Instantly:

    • Acquire the ability to apply newly gained knowledge immediately in your teaching practice, ensuring that you can start using Google Classroom with confidence as soon as you complete the course.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
Completion of all specified assignments is required for issuance of hours or credit. The Heritage Institute does not award partial credit.


HOURS EARNED:
Completing the basic assignments (Section A. Information Acquisition) for this course automatically earns participants their choice of CEUs (Continuing Education Units), Washington State Clock Hours, Oregon PDUs, or Pennsylvania ACT 48 Hours. The Heritage Institute offers CEUs and is an approved provider of Washington State Clock Hours, Oregon PDUs, and Pennsylvania ACT 48 Hours.




 

UNIVERSITY QUARTER CREDIT INFORMATION

REQUIREMENTS FOR UNIVERSITY QUARTER CREDIT
Continuing Education Quarter credits are awarded by Antioch University Seattle (AUS). AUS requires 75% or better for credit at the 400 level and 85% or better to issue credit at the 500 level. These criteria refer both to the amount and quality of work submitted.

  1. Completion of Information Acquisition assignments 30%
  2. Completion of Learning Application assignments 40%
  3. Completion of Integration Paper assignment 30%



 

CREDIT/NO CREDIT (No Letter Grades or Numeric Equivalents on Transcripts)
Antioch University Seattle (AUS) Continuing Education Quarter credit is offered on a Credit/No Credit basis; neither letter grades nor numeric equivalents are on a transcript. 400 level credit is equal to a "C" or better, 500 level credit is equal to a "B" or better. This information is on the back of the transcript.

AUS Continuing Education quarter credits may or may not be accepted into degree programs. Prior to registering, determine with your district personnel, department head, or state education office the acceptability of these credits for your purpose.

ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION

REQUIRED TEXT

There is no required printed textbook for this course.  All required reading and resources are online

None. All reading is online.

MATERIALS FEE

There is no required printed textbook for this course. All required reading and resources are online

QUALIFICATIONS FOR TEACHING THIS COURSE:

CHARITY STAUDENRAUS, M.A.T, received her BA from Willamette University, her MAT from Willamette University. Charity has experience teaching math, science, social studies, business, and language courses at the middle and high school level.  She is currently serving on the 2014-2017 Oregon Science Content and Assessment Panel as well as the Oregon Instructional Materials Criteria Development Committee.  In addition Charity is consulting on a Rutgers University and WPI project funded through multiple Department of Education and National Science Foundation Grants.

BIBLIOGRAPHY

GOOGLE CLASSROOM

  1. Keeler, Alice, & Miller, Libbi (2015). "50 Things You Can Do with Google Classroom." San Diego, CA: Dave Burgess Consulting.
  2. Brumbaugh, Karen, & Calhoon, Erin (2014). "Creating a Google Apps Classroom: The Educator's Cookbook." Huntington Beach, CA: Shell Education.
  3. Beck, Maria, & Wallace, John (2015). "Google Classroom for Teachers & Educators from A to Z: From Good to Great Effortlessly!" CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform.
  4. Keeler, Alice (Website). [http://www.alicekeeler.com/teachertech/2015/07/16/google-classroom-creating-a-discussion-board/]
  5. Alice Keeler's "Teacher Tech" blog is a valuable resource for staying updated on Google Classroom and other tech-savvy teaching practices.
  6. Google for Education Help Center: https://support.google.com/edu/classroom/
  7. Google's official help center provides official documentation, guides, and tutorials for Google Classroom.
  8. YouTube: Explore video tutorials on Google Classroom by searching for "Google Classroom tutorials" or specific topics you're interested in on YouTube.
  9. International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE). (2011). http://www.iste.org/welcome.aspx

    ISTE is the premier membership association for educators and education leaders dedicated to enhancing learning and teaching by advancing the effective use of technology in PK-12 education and teacher training.

  10. Northwest Council for Computer Education (NCCE). (2011). http://www.ncce.org/

    NCCE is a non-profit organization committed to promoting the effective utilization of technology in education. In addition to hosting the largest educational technology conference in the Pacific Northwest, NCCE offers resources and year-round professional development opportunities to its members. The mission of NCCE encompasses the comprehensive role of technology in education, including teaching, learning, assessment, evaluation, record-keeping, personal productivity, and communication systems. They are renowned for their annual conference.