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We empower educators with free professional learning through virtual courses, face-to-face workshops, and hands-on training, all offering free SCECHs.
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We provide savings through large volume contracts for a variety of educational resources, including furniture, school and office supplies, software and digital services, and technology.
Upcoming Events
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1 August
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Becoming a (More) Successful iPad SchoolRegistration ends Jul 30Date: Aug 1Time: 8:00 AM to 9:15 AMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
Participants will explore previous recipients of Apple’s Distinguished Educational Award Programs. How to apply, what are the benefits, and examples from those who have been awarded in past years.
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Learning for All: Assistive Controls & Alternative Communication IRegistration ends 7/30/202410:00 AM to 11:30 AMLearning for All: Assistive Controls & Alternative Communication IRegistration ends Jul 30Date: Aug 1Time: 10:00 AM to 11:30 AMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
iPad allows users to customize on-screen and physical controls and offers solutions for those with speech challenges. By modeling these workflows, you can help build accessible opportunities for learning to all your students. If possible, join the webinar with a device other than your iPad so you can use it for hands-on experiences during the session.
Apps Needed
Shortcuts
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Creating with Multimedia: Animate with Stop MotionRegistration ends Jul 30Date: Aug 1Time: 12:00 PM to 1:30 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
Stop motion doesn’t have to be hard or lengthy. Learn how to create simple stop motion activities your learners will love. If possible, join the webinar with a device other than your iPad so you can use it for hands-on experiences during the session.
Apps Needed
Camera, Photos, Keynote, iMovie
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Storytelling with iPads: Digital StorytellingRegistration ends Jul 30Date: Aug 1Time: 2:00 PM to 3:30 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
When learners produce their own stories, anything is possible. Learn how to use more than just words to tell your story. If possible, join the webinar with a device other than your iPad so you can use it for hands-on experiences during the session.
Apps Needed
Camera, Photos, Clips, iMovie,
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5 August
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Assessment Tools for the ClassroomRegistration ends Aug 1Date: Aug 5Time: 12:00 AM to 12:02 AMLocation: Begin work anytime.Calendar: WW CalendarFormative Assessment is an essential part of the learning process leading to student success. Using Formative Assessment, teachers involve students in ongoing self-assessment so they are aware of expectations, gauge where they are in their learning, and then adjust to close the gap between them. Learn about digital tools to support this process. Explore and use quiz and polling tools, interactive and video assessments, portfolios, interactive lessons, and online bulletin boards. Leave with new tools to engage and assist your students in taking responsibility for their learning and achievement.
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Digital Citizenship - Practical ImplementationRegistration ends Aug 1Date: Aug 5Time: 12:00 AM to 12:02 AMLocation: Begin work anytime.Calendar: WW CalendarIn a digitally connected world, students need guidance to navigate the world safely and professionally. Learn the ISTE indicators for Digital Citizenship to build a knowledge foundation. Present practical applications for students. Guide students in developing plans to navigate high speed communication, job opportunities, social media, personal security and more.
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Dynamic PresentationsRegistration ends Aug 1Date: Aug 5Time: 12:00 AM to 12:02 AMLocation: Begin work anytime.Calendar: WW CalendarLearn best practices for using a variety of presentation applications. Gain dynamic performance insights. Build your presentation confidence! Learn about the different presentation programs available for FREE to educators and students. By the time the course is done the participant will have either enhanced a presentation created beforehand or create a new presentation to share with students or colleagues. Learn how to connect with your audience by using polling, interactives, video and images from the public domain.
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Educational Technology: Strategic LeadershipRegistration ends Aug 1Date: Aug 5Time: 12:00 AM to 12:02 AMLocation: Begin work anytime.Calendar: WW CalendarThis 3-week, 10-hour course is designed for current and aspiring leaders in educational technology. It focuses on understanding and applying the ISTE Standards for Education Leaders, incorporating frameworks like the Triple-E Framework, TPACK, and the NIRN Hexagon Tool. The course also integrates generative AI technologies as a tool for enhancing learning and leadership in educational technology.
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Energize Student Writing Through Author CraftRegistration ends Aug 1Date: Aug 5Time: 12:00 AM to 12:02 AMLocation: Begin work anytime.Calendar: WW CalendarEnergize students to level up their writing across all styles and content? Explore author’s craft through the writing process structure. Help writers improve their craft through immersive experiences where they explore and sculpt ideas into meaningful drafts to share with various audiences. Join us on this writing journey.
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Game-based Learning to Build Student Understanding & EngagementRegistration ends 8/1/202412:00 AM to 12:02 AMGame-based Learning to Build Student Understanding & EngagementRegistration ends Aug 1Date: Aug 5Time: 12:00 AM to 12:02 AMLocation: Begin work anytime.Calendar: WW CalendarGames have been used as a learning tool for centuries. Chess was used to teach strategic thinking as far back as the Middle Ages. The genesis of Kindergarten in the mid-1800s was Friedrich Fröbel’s ideas of learning through play. Game-Based Learning (GBL) can help students learn content by reviewing content and practicing assessments. Explore the power of GBL beyond content reviews and board game creations. Design powerful GBL experiences to increase student engagement and understanding.
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Making the Most of Your Google ClassroomRegistration ends Aug 1Date: Aug 5Time: 12:00 AM to 12:02 AMLocation: Begin work anytime.Calendar: WW CalendarGoogle Classroom is an easy way to organize and distribute your classroom assignments. You can share documents through Classroom, and create safe, two-way conversations between you and your students. Learn all the ins and outs of Google Classroom including how to add and grade assignments, post daily warm ups, add parents and guardians, and much more. Plus, we’ll show you the many ways you can integrate multiple applications into Google Classroom. (e.g., Geogebra, Discovery, Flipgrid, edPuzzle, etc.)
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Power Up: Effective CommunicationRegistration ends Aug 1Date: Aug 5Time: 12:00 AM to 12:02 AMLocation: Begin work anytime.Calendar: WW CalendarThis course is designed with multiple differentiated pathways to help you address questions regarding building positive classroom culture and relationships, impacting student learning, developing skills in feedback, and addressing challenging conversations. By reflecting on the course content, engaging with other participants, and applying it to classroom practices, participants will grow in their understanding of the importance of effective communication in education.
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Power Up: Meaningful DataRegistration ends Aug 1Date: Aug 5Time: 12:00 AM to 12:02 AMLocation: Begin work anytime.Calendar: WW CalendarDuring your career, you will have many new experiences utilizing teaching strategies and methodologies to achieve goals for yourself and your students. This course will expand your ability to effectively use data to increase the chances of reaching those goals.
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Social Media: Strategies for Designing Learning ExperiencesRegistration ends 8/1/202412:00 AM to 12:02 AMSocial Media: Strategies for Designing Learning ExperiencesRegistration ends Aug 1Date: Aug 5Time: 12:00 AM to 12:02 AMLocation: Begin work anytime.Calendar: WW CalendarSocial media tools and platforms can enable educators to lead and learn with other professionals from where they stand in classrooms, offices, and buildings. Explore how social media tools aid with building and expanding professional networks and create opportunities for building authentic learning experiences for our students.
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5 September
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Productivity for School Leaders: Leading an iPad schoolRegistration ends 8/29/20248:00 AM to 9:15 AMProductivity for School Leaders: Leading an iPad schoolRegistration ends Aug 29Date: Sep 5Time: 8:00 AM to 9:15 AMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
Being a Principal of a 1:1 iPads school has many challenges. This session will explore some of those challenges and offer creative solutions and provide resources to help you make the most of your technology. If possible, join the webinar with a device other than your iPad so you can use it for hands-on experiences during the session.
Apps Needed
Freeform, Numbers, Books
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Storytelling with iPads: Infographics That Represent UnderstandingRegistration ends 8/29/20243:00 PM to 4:15 PMStorytelling with iPads: Infographics That Represent UnderstandingRegistration ends Aug 29Date: Sep 5Time: 3:00 PM to 4:15 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
The flexible canvas in Numbers and Freeform lets you organize and explain data through colorful charts, summary tables, photos — even video — in lab reports, budgets, project plans, and reports. If possible, join the webinar with a device other than your iPad so you can use it for hands-on experiences during the session.
Apps Needed
Numbers, Freeform
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Learning for All: Assistive Controls & Alternative Communication IRegistration ends 8/29/20244:30 PM to 5:45 PMLearning for All: Assistive Controls & Alternative Communication IRegistration ends Aug 29Date: Sep 5Time: 4:30 PM to 5:45 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
iPad allows users to customize on-screen and physical controls and offers solutions for those with speech challenges. By modeling these workflows, you can help build accessible opportunities for learning to all your students. If possible, join the webinar with a device other than your iPad so you can use it for hands-on experiences during the session.
Apps Needed
Shortcuts
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Creating with Multimedia: Animate with Stop MotionRegistration ends Aug 29Date: Sep 5Time: 6:00 PM to 7:15 PMLocation: VirtualCalendar: WW Calendar
Stop motion doesn’t have to be hard or lengthy. Learn how to create simple stop motion activities your learners will love. If possible, join the webinar with a device other than your iPad so you can use it for hands-on experiences during the session.
Apps Needed
Camera, Photos, Keynote, iMovie
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REMC SAVE Personal Purchase Program
We are pleased to announce the availability of the REMC SAVE Device Purchasing program for the upcoming school year! SEHI Special Pricing is this year’s vendor, offering unbeatable prices for personal purchases of devices. This is a fantastic opportunity for faculty, parents, and students to acquire top-quality technology at reduced prices.
REMC MI Mystery Connect Project Spotlighted in School News Network
We are thrilled to share that our REMC MI Mystery Connect project has been prominently featured in the School News Network through Kent ISD. This innovative program is fostering connections and enhancing learning experiences for students across Michigan.
Sarah Wood honored with Making IT Happen Award
The REMC Association of Michigan is pleased to honor Sarah Wood with the 2024 Making IT Happen award. This prestigious award honors outstanding educators and leaders who demonstrate extraordinary commitment, leadership, courage and persistence in improving digital learning opportunities for students. Since its inception, more than 500 educators from around the world have received the award.
Improved search tool makes saving your school money easier than ever
Find all your school and office supplies, furniture, technology, software and digital services at REMC SAVE. Our updated search engine helps you locate an item quickly using a few keywords. Once a selection is made, you will find item descriptions, pricing, item numbers and vendor contact information. All purchases are made directly through the awarded vendors.