The newsletter is meant to provide helpful resources, tutorials, edtech tips, and professional development opportunities to support educators and leaders in their unique educational environments.

(Before using any of these resources with students, ensure what and how you use these resources matches the content, privacy, and accessibility guidelines required by your individual district.)

What: Google Gems: Workspace Refresh and Updates

Where: Ingham ISD

When: Tuesday, February 25th, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Cost: Free to attend for all REMC 13 member educators (morning coffee and lunch will be provided)

Click here to register!

Check out this Wakelet from Matt Miller's Ditch That Textbook Digital Summit curated by Holly Clark. The focus is How to Ace Student AI Literacy in Schools and includes a variety of resources, articles, and frameworks to support student AI literacy.

Check out the new update to NotebookLM! The audio summary tool has added an option to join the podcast and interrupt the speakers as a 'guest caller'. Try out 'interactive mode' in beta within the audio summary tool!

Check out Google Guru, John Sowash's list of AI extensions recommended for teachers. Keep in mind, all of these tools have freemium models and be sure to check out all privacy settings before utilizing any extensions.

Check out a recent topic from my Tech Tip Tuesday YouTube Channel that covers how to use the new Google Slides Built-In Templates.

You can view my full playlist of Tech Tip Tuesday videos here.

Join an AI Community of Practice cohort to engage in learning, collaboration and networking. Cohorts will meet regularly, using interactive workshops, resource sharing, and peer-to-peer discussions that focus on the possible uses and impacts of AI around teacher practice. Participants will develop practical applications for generative AI through a professional network that fosters ongoing reflection and innovation. Those who register will choose one focus cohort to join: personalizing learning, reimagining assessments, or student engagement. All cohorts will include integration of ethical and responsible use of AI. Cohorts begin the week of January 20th and participants can earn 10 SCECH's. Registration is now open.

Computer Science Fundamentals is a Code.org curriculum designed for students in kindergarten through fifth grade (K-5). Each grade-level unit is between 12-20 lessons long and is built for flexible implementation. During the workshop, participants will learn from certified Code.org facilitators, participate in a model lesson, learn the management system, and dive into the lessons.

There are virtual options to choose from throughout the year. Sign up today for a series that works best with your schedule and share this information with your colleagues.

Dates: See Registration Flyer for date options and registration links

Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pm ET

Cost: Registration Covered by MiSTEM Network Advisory Council Grants

What is Provided: Curriculum guide and $150 stipend

For more information about CS Fundamentals Workshops, check out http://www.mi-coding.com/cs-fundamentals-intro-registration-links.html

Check out the free upcoming REMC Virtual Courses that provide an easy, convenient way for teachers to connect and collaborate while reducing time and cost.

• No registration or SCECH fee
• 10 SCECH's offered
• Open to all Michigan school personnel

Each course is open for three weeks and consists of two one-hour “live” webinars that are recorded and available for viewing later and eight hours of resource review, assessment developments, and written reflection.

#517 EdTech ListServ

#517EdTech is powered by REMC13 and is led by Allison Rogers, Andrew Shauver, and Christy Lobdell. We have an email list that we use to share tips and tricks, professional learning opportunities, contests, and opportunities that you may not hear about in other places.

• If you are a REMC 13 educator (Clinton, Ingham, Eaton) and would like to be added to our email list to stay in the loop, please fill out the #517 EdTech ListServ Form.

CCRESA Instructional Services Instructional Technology Site

Remember to check out the CCRESA Instructional Services - Instructional Technology site (www.ccresa.org/departments/instructional-services/instructional-technology/) which includes tutorials, resources, help documents, guidance, and training in the following areas:

• #517 EdTech
• G Suite
• iTECS Conference
• Tech Tip Tuesday
• Ti4E Conference

Questions? Training Needs? Interested in Collaborating?

Feel free to reach out to Allison Remington (Rogers)!

Check out my key resources and websites:

• REMC 13 Classroom Makers
• #517 EdTech Professional Learning Network
• (Request to be added to the #517 EdTech ListServ Here)

• iTECS: Innovating & Transforming Learning in Clinton/Shiawassee
• CCRESA Instructional Services Site - Instructional Technology

Email: aremington@ccresa.org
Location: Clinton County RESA, U.S. 127 Business, Saint Johns, MI, USA
Phone: 989-224-6831
Twitter: @eduAllisonR