In this session, educators will learn how to harness the power of YouTube Shorts to engage students and enhance classroom learning. We’ll explore the unique features of Shorts—brief, creative videos under 60 seconds—and how they can be used to summarize key concepts, spark discussion, or showcase student work. Attendees will be guided through the technical steps of creating and editing Shorts, with tips on making content that is both informative and entertaining. You'll leave with ideas for integrating these bite-sized videos into your lessons, along with practical strategies for helping students develop digital literacy and storytelling skills.
In this session, educators will explore how to easily integrate comics into their classroom practice, using this dynamic medium to boost student engagement and enhance learning across various subjects. We'll discuss the benefits of using comics to support literacy, critical thinking, and creativity, providing practical strategies for incorporating them into lesson plans. Attendees will gain insight into technical aspects such as creating and analyzing comics, with hands-on activities that can be adapted for different age groups and skill levels. Whether you're new to comics or looking to deepen your approach, this session will equip you with the tools and inspiration to make the most of visual storytelling in your classroom.
Unlock the full potential of viewboards to transform learning experiences! In this hands-on session, educators will dive into advanced features of classroom viewboards, discovering how to enhance interactivity and foster student collaboration. Participants will learn how to utilize multi-touch features for interactive lessons, integrate multimedia resources directly onto the board, and leverage viewboard tools to create original content. From annotating in real-time to creating dynamic visual aids, we’ll explore ways to make your viewboard an invaluable classroom tool. This session is ideal for teachers with a basic understanding of viewboards who want to advance their skills and explore innovative strategies that boost student engagement and streamline daily tasks.
In this session, educators will explore how principles from video games can be applied to improve student engagement and success in the classroom. We’ll break down key elements of game design—such as immediate feedback, progressive challenges, and intrinsic motivation—and show how these concepts can inspire better teaching strategies. Attendees will discover how to create learning environments that mirror the engagement of video games, fostering a sense of accomplishment and continuous improvement in students. Whether through gamified lessons or simply adopting a game-like mindset, this session will provide practical tools and ideas to help teachers level up their classroom dynamics and student outcomes.
