Boxlight Professional Development

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1 Boxlight Professional Development Solutions TITLE Boxlight Professional Development Boxlight strives to provide the best tools to help teachers improve student outcomes. Through our newest subsidiary, EOS Education, we can extend our commitment to schools and districts by providing a rich portfolio of classroom training, professional development, and educator certification. Together we provide engaging, differentiated professional development for teachers to ensure that every student benefits from the technology tools available in their classrooms and schools. Our programs are built with customization in mind, building comfort and confidence using the specific hardware and software platforms available to the teacher. We adjust content to be relevant for different grade bands and subject areas, and then scaffold application of this technology to meet instructional priorities. Why Our Professional Development Is Unique Teacher-centric: We help teachers use the technology they have access to for their specific instructional purposes we go beyond just point and click. Hands-on: Teachers have an opportunity to practice new tech skills during sessions. Differentiated: Adjusted to current skills, knowledge, and teachers in-classroom practices. Job-embedded: Grounded in day-to-day teaching be relevant, engaging, and practical to implement. Student context: Introducing technology tools to students and how to engage them with purpose.

2 WHY BOXLIGHT Boxlight Professional Development Solutions Why Boxlight? Educating today s students to prepare them for tomorrow can be a challenging task. Education is more than just learning facts it s also building essential skills. It s about teaching students to approach learning creatively and with critical thinking. To be innovative in their approaches and thought process. Achieving this while also incorporating the technology and juggling an already full schedule can seem daunting. We understand this and want to make teaching and learning technology as effective and easy as possible. Our approach is not one-size-fits-all training. We take a teacher-focused, customizable direction that makes sure we have professional development that works for your tech, your teachers, and your students. We help teachers use the technology they have with the way they teach. And it s hands-on, so they are practicing the new skills in every session. We customize the training to the teacher s skills and day-to-day routine, making sure to enhance teachers content-specific instructional practices so students will be successful well beyond just the classroom All our trainers are former educators, so they understand how challenging learning and implementing new skills can be. Their goal is to help your teachers save time and use the tech they have more effectively. Successful teachers, successful schools, successful students. MODES OF TRAINING DELIVERY We deliver our training in a variety of formats, so it works for your budget and educators. Face to Face (F2F) Big groups (25+): Economy option for introducing new technology/solutions. Small groups (PLCs, prep time, before/after school): Combining training on technology with implementation for specific needs of a given content area or grade level. One-to-one coaching: Individually assigned training objectives; can be delivered in the classroom. Online Instructor-led, self-paced: Provides a lot of flexibility, so you can learn on your own terms. Matrix Blended approach: Combination of in-person instruction and online learning means that training is available when and how teachers prefer to learn. 2

3 Boxlight Professional Development Solutions CERTIFICATIONS Certifications We provide certifications for software and the Labdisc portable STEM lab, an all-in-one K-12 science lab solution. There are three levels of certifications and all are a mix of F2F and online learning. Educator: Certifies knowledge of the core skills needed to use Boxlight solutions comfortably and confidently in a K-12 classroom. Expert: Certifies a strong knowledge of Boxlight solutions and their various implementations in the classroom. Trainer: Certifies readiness to provide high-quality, engaging, and interactive training to teachers on Boxlight solutions. Educator Navigation and Basic Tools Adding and Saving Content Basic Formatting Gallery Using Pre-Existing Materials MimioConnect Expert Advanced Formatting Gallery Customization Additional Tools MimioMobile and Gradebook Trainer Developing and Delivering Engaging Workshops to Adult Learners Adapting Materials to Increase Relevance Pre- and Post-Session Follow-Ups Facilitating Large Group, Small Group, PLCs, and Individual Sessions Collaboration Tools and Techniques CERTIFICATIONS Online Self-Paced Online Instructor-Led Blended Face to Face Educator O O O Expert O O E2 (Educator O and Expert Trainer O Labdisc Trainer O Microsoft Innovative Educator O MIMIOSTUDIO EXPERT 3

4 WORKSHOPS: MIX AND MATCH TRAINING TOPICS Boxlight Professional Development Solutions Workshops: Mix and Match Training Topics Our workshops range from one hour to one day, so your teachers can get up and running quickly and effectively with all of our solutions. One-Day Workshops Educator Certification Boxlight Microsoft Innovative Educator Office 365 for Educators G Suite for Education Google 21st Century Digital Citizenship Half-Day Workshops Core Features and G Suite Boxlight and Office 365 Advanced Features K-12 Mobile Lab Office 365 for Educators Office 365 for Student Collaboration Diversified Teams and Class Notebook Intro to Tips and Tricks Gallery MimioMobile MimioPad 1-2 Hour Workshops Advanced Formatting G Suite Elementary Google Drive Chemistry Google Docs Enviro Studies Google Slides Physics 21st Century Google Sheets Google Forms Google Sites Google Hangouts Digital Citizen: Digital Footprint MIMIOSTUDIO AND BOXLIGHT SOLUTIONS Certifications Workshops for every level of experience Using together with G Suite/ Office 365/LMS MICROSOFT OFFICE 365 MIE certifications Workshops for every Microsoft classroom tool for both teachers and students at every level of experience Instructional implementations of Office 365 tools 4

5 Boxlight Professional Development Solutions WORKSHOPS: MIX AND MATCH TRAINING TOPICS G Suite for Google Intro to Whole-Class Learning Inclusive G Suite for Student Collaboration Advanced Training G Suite Blended Learning Project-Based Learning MimioConnect Office 365 Overview OneDrive OneNote Forms OneNote PowerPoint 12 Teams Skype Sway Excel Sway Word Non-Traditional Assessments Flipped Intro to Whole-Class Learning PBL Next Step Using Student Devices Digital Citizen: Digital Literacy Technology for PLC Blended Learning PBL Common Formatives Your LMS G SUITE Workshops for every G Suite for Education tool for both teachers and students at every level of experience Instructional implementations of G Suite tools CUSTOM Chosen technology tools and their implementations Teacher-teacher collaboration 5

6 CUSTOMIZED PROGRAMS Boxlight Professional Development Solutions Customized Programs Our programs are built using a competency-based approach and customized to meet the unique needs of a district or school. The programs are designed to support successful integration of all available technologies with curriculum to increase student engagement and achievement. TECHNOLOGY Our programs focus on a wide range of technology solutions and their alignment with specific teaching and learning priorities. We work with you and your teachers to determine the best path to integrate technology using a blend of delivery modes, topics, and formats. Whole-Class Tools: Use interactive flat panels, IWBs, projectors, and more to create a more engaging and interactive classroom. Mobile Devices: Incorporate a variety of devices into 1:1 learning, collaborative activities, and assessment. STEM Technology: Learn how to incorporate STEM technology to create even more real-world learning. Software: From software and the G Suite to Microsoft, we have you covered. DURATION AND LOCATION Timing, location, and a duration that meets your goals can often be a challenge when it comes to professional development. We understand that and connect with teachers anytime and anywhere that s convenient for them. Flexibility: We design a time frame that works for you. Several weeks, a few months, or multi-year programs. In- Support: Our coaches can assist with model lessons and co-teaching. Timing: Sessions before, during, or after the school day. FORMAT Our programs are designed to give you maximum flexibility and results. Flexibility: Digital materials (videos, step-by-step guides, Scalable: Program-based micro-credentials enable a activity cards, FAQs), virtual on-demand sessions and personalized, job-embedded approach to meet your needs. webinars, and scheduling tools. Measurable Data: KPIs and reporting metrics are assigned no matter the program duration. 6

7 Boxlight Professional Development Solutions TRANSFORMING TEACHING PRACTICE The Road to Transforming Teaching Practice Best practices sharing Self-assessment, individual goals Coach and teacher communities Competencybased recognition badges Introduction to key software tools Professional development sessions Segment teachers according to their needs Introduction to classroom technology and classroom management Needs assessment What Professional Development Can Be! Boxlight wants to make sure you are getting the most out of your technology, and that it is being used purposely to create a more engaging and effective learning environment. All with a budget, schedule, and learning model that works for you. 7

8 How to Design Your Training Solution CERTIFICATIONS Certifications by teacher Price decreases with volume TRAINING EVENTS 3, 5, 10, 20, 30, or 50 days Mix and match training topics CUSTOMIZED PROGRAMS Customized to meet the unique needs of your district/school Our Complete Solution Technology and Software Whether it s whole-class learning, small-group collaboration, formative assessment, or STEM-based learning, Boxlight offers the software and classroom technology that enable teachers to easily and effectively enhance student outcomes and build essential skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and creativity. boxlight.com/canbe Community MimioConnect is our online educator community. It has an extensive library of lesson plans for interactive whiteboards and flat panels, plus you can also share your own favorites with others. Become involved in discussions on our forums, or start your own group for sharing files and ideas. Get answers to your questions from experts, or take live online or ondemand courses that suit your timetable. mimioconnect.com Support You Can Count On We know how important it is to feel confident in the tools you use every day, so we make sure you can count on our products and service. We offer US-based in-house, dedicated product specialists. , chat, or call us 24/7/365 and we will be there to support you. boxlight.com/boxlight-support-overview Get started today at boxlight.com/pd.