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Empowering Educators with AI Tools

Welcome to Empowering Educators with AI Tools – a practical, hands-on course designed to help teachers confidently explore and integrate artificial intelligence into their professional practice.

In this course, you’ll discover how AI can support your work in planning lessons, differentiating instruction, creating assessments, automating routine tasks, and even engaging students in creative and responsible ways. You’ll also learn how to navigate ethical concerns and set clear guidelines for AI use in the classroom.

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the role and potential of AI in education

  • Use popular AI tools like ChatGPT, Canva, MagicSchool, and more

  • Create personalized teaching resources quickly and effectively

  • Apply AI to assessment and feedback

  • Promote responsible AI use among students

  • Develop your own AI-integrated classroom strategy

Let’s explore how AI can make teaching smarter, not harder!

Science Pedagogy

Early Years Pedagogy_Module 1

This course has been designed for early years teachers to understand the early childhood development and domains.

Learner Outcomes:

By the end of this course, teacher learners will be able to:

  • Explain the significance of early childhood development and its impact on lifelong learning and well-being.
  • Identify key developmental milestones from birth to age eight.
  • Describe the physical, cognitive, social-emotional, language, and adaptive development in young children.
  • Recognize the interconnectivity of these domains in a child's overall growth.
  • Design and apply guided activities for each domain of development in a school setting.
  • Adapt learning experiences to support diverse needs and learning styles.
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Early Years_Pedagogy_Module 3

This module is an inquiry into, Early Years Approaches to learning; Learner Profile Attributes and Symbolic Exploration and Expressions and has been designed as a continuation of the previous module and focuses on approaches to learning, learner profile attributes, and symbolic exploration and expressions in early years learners. By engaging in this inquiry, early years teachers will develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to create rich, inquiry-driven learning environments that foster thinking, communication, and creative expression in young learners.

Learner Outcomes:

By the end of this course, teacher learners will be able to:

  • Recognize the importance of Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills in fostering inquiry, independence, and holistic development in young learners.
  • Explain the role of symbolic exploration and expression in cognitive, emotional, and social development.
  • Design and implement inquiry-based learning engagements that nurture thinking, research, communication, social, and self-management skills.
  • Guide children in questioning, observing, and exploring their environment to develop curiosity and problem-solving skills.
  • Create opportunities for symbolic representation using storytelling, role-play, drawing, music, and movement.
  • Facilitate open-ended play experiences that allow children to express ideas and emotions creatively.
  • Use multimodal communication (verbal, visual, kinesthetic) to support children’s symbolic expression.
  • Observe and document how children use symbols, gestures, and imaginative play to make meaning of the world.
  • Model and encourage inquiry, reflection, open-mindedness, and communication in daily learning experiences.
  • Provide learning environments that support caring, principled, and risk-taking behaviors in young learners.

Early Years_Pedagogy_Module 2

This course has been designed for early years teachers to understand the pedagogy of early years teaching and learning. Early learners are interested observers and curious explorers who are capable of constructing meaning to make sense of the world around them. Through their everyday experiences and social interactions, children inquire, explore, question, wonder about themselves and the world around them.

Quality learning experiences during the early years are supported through the social constructivist approach to learning. The IB PYP's stance on pedagogy is clearly articulated through this approach.

Silver Oaks International Schools' philosophy of nurturing character and competence in early learners stands on the grounds of providing students with the right environment and a strong pedagogical framework for the development of learners' cognitive and socio-emotional abilities.

Learner Outcomes:

By the end of this course, teacher learners will be able to:

  • Demonstrates a deep understanding of early childhood development.
  • Recognize the importance of play and relationships.
  • Design and facilitate inquiry-based learning that encourages curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving.
  • Integrate symbolic exploration and expression through storytelling, role-play, and hands-on learning experiences.
  • Use formative and summative assessment strategies to document and support children's learning journeys.
  • Create a transdisciplinary learning environment that integrates multiple disciplines through meaningful play

G Suite Essentials: A Guide to Boosting Productivity

Course Summary:
This course introduces learners to the core tools and features of G Suite (Google Workspace), designed to streamline workflows and improve collaboration. From managing emails in Gmail to creating dynamic presentations in Slides, this course provides practical guidance on utilizing G Suite tools efficiently. Whether you’re a student, teacher, or professional, this course equips you with the skills needed to thrive in today’s digital world.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Navigate the G Suite interface and access key tools.
  • Efficiently manage communication through Gmail and Google Calendar.
  • Collaborate in real time with Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides.
  • Organize and share files using Google Drive and shared folders.
  • Conduct effective online meetings via Google Meet.
  • Leverage G Suite for project management and team collaboration.

Interface

The Interface Meeting at Silver Oaks International School is a significant event held at the beginning of the academic year. It provides parents with an opportunity to connect with their child's teachers and classmates, fostering collaboration and alignment with the school's mission to "Build Character and Competence." This event serves as a platform to:

  1. Strengthen Parent-Teacher Collaboration: Parents engage with teachers to understand their child’s academic and emotional needs, ensuring a shared commitment to holistic development.
  2. Understand the Silver Oaks Philosophy: Teachers share the school's core principles, curriculum highlights, and "Framework for Greatness," emphasizing values-driven education and inquiry-based learning.
  3. Gain Insights into the IB/PYP Curriculum: A comprehensive overview of the syllabus, learning methodologies, and assessments—aligned with IB (International Baccalaureate) or CBSE standards—is provided.
  4. Build a Learning Community: Meeting classmates’ families helps create a collaborative and supportive community that reflects the Silver Oaks ethos of "Culture to Collaborate."
  5. Address Queries and Concerns: Parents can seek clarification on the school's systems, teaching strategies, co-curricular activities, and classroom practices.
  6. Foster Mutual Understanding: Teachers and parents align their expectations and commitments for a productive academic year, ensuring a seamless partnership in nurturing both character and competence in students.

This event truly embodies Silver Oaks’ belief in the power of collaboration among parents, teachers, and students to create an inspiring and supportive learning environment.

Mastering Canva: Creative Design for Educators and Professionals

 

Unleash your creativity with Canva, the versatile graphic design platform! This course is designed for educators, professionals, and students who want to create stunning visual content with ease. Learn the fundamentals of Canva, including creating engaging presentations, social media posts, posters, and more. By the end of this course, participants will be equipped with the skills to design visually appealing content that communicates effectively and professionally.

Interactive Learning with Padlet

This course is designed to empower educators and learners to harness the collaborative potential of Padlet for enhanced learning experiences. Participants will explore various Padlet tools and features, develop interactive boards, and integrate them effectively into teaching and learning processes.

Through hands-on activities, practical examples, and project-based learning, this course ensures participants gain expertise in using Padlet as a versatile digital tool for brainstorming, discussions, multimedia presentations, and collaborative projects.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand the basics of Padlet and its educational applications.
  • Create, customize, and share Padlet boards for classroom or professional use.
  • Implement Padlet to foster collaboration, creativity, and student engagement.
  • Integrate multimedia resources into Padlet for interactive content delivery.
  • Evaluate Padlet's effectiveness in different educational scenarios.

Target Audience:

  • Educators looking for innovative teaching tools.
  • Students interested in collaborative learning platforms.
  • Trainers, content creators, and professionals seeking digital organization methods.

Prerequisites:

  • Basic knowledge of digital tools.
  • Access to a Padlet account.

Course Modules:

  1. Introduction to Padlet and Account Setup
  2. Creating and Customizing Boards
  3. Using Padlet for Collaboration and Feedback
  4. Integrating Multimedia into Padlet
  5. Advanced Features and Tips for Educators
  6. Evaluating and Sharing Padlet Projects

MCB School Management Software Basics

This course is designed to help educators, administrators, and school staff master the essential features of My Class Board (MCB), a comprehensive school management system. Participants will gain hands-on experience in managing key tasks such as attendance, marks entry, report generation, and student anecdotes. The course focuses on simplifying administrative processes and enhancing communication within the school community.

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Navigate and use the MCB portal effectively.
  • Record and manage student attendance efficiently.
  • Enter and update student marks while maintaining grade accuracy.
  • Generate and share detailed unit reports for IB and other curricula.
  • Record student anecdotes for holistic tracking.
  • Understand and utilize advanced features like medical exemptions, absence tracking, and system permissions.
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