Overview

Build your technological toolbox at this workshop as we uncover the hidden features and classroom uses of YouTube and Google Voice. Do you know how to access subtitles (captions) on YouTube videos? What could you do if students had their own YouTube channels? What if you had a YouTube channel for your students to view? Did you know you can text students using Google Voice and still keep your phone number private? How can you use Google Voice in the classroom for oral assessment? 

    Audience

    This professional development activity/course is designed for:

  • ABE and ESOL instructors and tutors
Description

We will explore how teachers and tutors can use YouTube and Google Voice to create meaningful and interactive activities with their learners. You will have time to explore each of the tools and brainstorm ways you can use them in your teaching.

A follow-up webinar will take place two weeks later, where you can share your experiences and ideas for using the tools in class and learn about additional resources and teaching ideas to use with your students. Participation is required.

This workshop is 3 professional development hours:

  • 2-hour face-to-face workshop
  • 1-hour webinar (required): November 15, 2016, from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. 

In addition to the 3 hours of training activities described above, you will also be required to plan and implement an activity.

CCR Standards anchor standards addressed:

  • Speaking/Listening anchor 2: Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally.
  • Speaking/Listening anchor 5: Make strategic use of digital media and visual displays of data to express information and enhance understanding of presentations.
    Learning Objectives

    Upon completion of this professional development activity/course, you will be able to:

  • Utilize features of YouTube channels and Google Voice by describing two ways each tool can be used for educational activities
  • Create one activity with each of these tools you will use with your students
Presenter(s) / Facilitator(s)
Prerequisites

Some basic knowledge of computer skills, including using an Internet browser

Date
11/01/2016 - 3:00 pm to 11/01/2016 - 5:00 pm
Location

Cambridge Community Learning Center
5 Western Ave.
Cambridge, MA 02139
United States

PD Center
SABES Program Support PD Center - Digital Literacy
Topic Area
Distance and Blended Learning
ESOL/English Learners