General Professional Development Classes - These classes may include some on-line courses but for the most part require attendance. The fees are minimal. Topics are varied and not limited to technology. CEU's are automatically offered.
Why Take an on-line Course?
There are several advantages to taking on-line courses. The most obvious is that you can usually work at your own pace and in your own time frame. Most on-line courses allow you to redo, review, and reread your work as needed. You can work on the course anywhere you can access the Internet. Most on-line courses are non-threatening.
Who Should consider taking an on-line course?
If you want to learn more about technology, but just aren't able to find the the during the normal work day or year on-line courses might be a good solution. On-line courses require a certain amount of self discipline and motivation and a good sense of organization never hurts.
How are On-line tutorials different from on-line courses?
Although the terms are interchangeable, online tutorials generally have no teacher for you to consult. However, the Two Rivers tech team is always available to assist with on-line tutorials. Sometimes online courses are more like tutorials, again, we are here to help you!
What about CEU's?
If you would like to take a course that does not automatically grant CEU's see Nina and we can most likely make arrangements for CEU's to be awarded.
HeinemannU Two Rivers has four seats available for this school year. Check the course catalogue and let Nina know if you are interested. Heinemann University offers online courses developed by the expert Heinemann authors you've come to trust in a format that fits your life. You decide when to do the coursework. Maybe you're a night owl or perhaps you do your best work at first light. No problem. You can sign into your course anytime you want and treat yourself to interactions with colleagues in your field.
PowerPoint
Smart Board
Power Point in the Classroom: PowerPoint is a very powerful presentation software program. It lends itself perfectly for classroom uses. The tutorial link will provide you with step by step directions in using this program. The project ideas will take you to a page where you can view examples of PowerPoint presentations that were created by teachers in the Oswego City School District.
Microsoft Software: In-Depth tutorials to help you integrate the Microsoft products into your curriculum. Choose the grade level and learning area. Search all products. You will find tutorials and lessons plans
FrontPage 2002: Creating a Web Site to Gather Data and Conduct Research: For those that have mastered web page development
Using the Word Processor to Teach : Although there are some dead pages here, the meat of the message is in tact. Some good ideas for classroom application.,
Getting Productive with Outlook: Use Outlook to organize your time and work more efficiently
EdCompass: An on-line community for teachers using Smart Boards
*Smart Board Training - Developed by a district resource trainer this is an great introduction to the Smart Board and includes ideas for classroom applications
Digital Cameras and Ideas for Classroom Use
Suite University: A varied collection of classes, some technology, but most are not. Free registration gives you access to everything from Houseplants for Beginners to Writing Newspaper Editorials.
Education on-line for Computers: You need to register here, but once you do, there are some excellent free tutorials available.