Spring is in full swing! We’ve got you covered this April with a massive lineup of professional development courses on OTIS for educators. Dive into a wide-range of topics tailored to every educator’s needs. Discover secret Canva hacks, analyze students’ work with stacks, dive into NotebookLM, and gain quick data collection strategies for paras. Spring into fresh ideas! Join us to explore new PD courses in April.

Check Out What’s Brand New This Month!

• 7 Canva Secrets Every Teacher Should Know

From elements and uploads to advanced tools and apps, this course has you covered on how to take your Canva practice to the next level. We’ll give you the “inside scoop” on how to curate high-impact materials that resonate with students, streamline your workflow, and empower creativity using Canva’s most cutting-edge abilities.

• Using the Three-Stack Protocol to Analyze Student Work

Picture this: You have a stack of 30 exit tickets on your lap, and you’re marking them one by one, feeling the weight of a “to-do” list that never ends. But what if those 30 papers weren’t 30 separate problems to solve? What if they were actually just three clear paths forward? Join us for this session in which we will introduce you to the 3-Stack Method. By the end of this session, you’ll learn how to sort student thinking into three distinct instructional piles, allowing you to target your teaching and identify exactly who needs a push and who needs a pivot.

• NotebookLM: Your AI Teaching Assistant

Unlock a smarter way to manage your curriculum by turning your own teaching materials into a personalized AI assistant with NotebookLM. This session explores how to transform static documents into interactive study guides and audio overviews that are tailored strictly to your specific content. You will discover how this versatile note-taking tool can streamline your prep time and help you organize complex resources with ease. Join us to see how NotebookLM can act as a powerful, free partner in your K-12 classroom.

• Quick Data Collection Strategies for Paraprofessionals

Paraprofessionals are the builders on the ground, witnessing the “lightbulb moments” and the “sticking points” that you, as teachers, might miss while leading a whole-group lesson. Join us for this session in which we will discuss quick data collection strategies, designed to bridge the gap between “we need data” and “we have no time.” Let’s strip away the complex charts and replace them with high-impact, low-friction strategies that work in the heat of a busy school day.

• Mastering Math with Khan Academy

Khan Academy’s mission is to provide a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere. But how do you maximize this resource in your own learning journey? From Pre-K foundations to college-level calculus, Khan Academy offers state-aligned content for every stage. Join us as we delve into this robust platform, explore its vast library of math lessons, and learn how to navigate its personalized learning tools effectively.

• Build Custom AI Tools That Know Your Grading Style and Classroom Rules

Imagine having a team of teaching assistants who already know your syllabus and exactly how you like to give feedback. Join Google Certified Innovator Alice Keeler to learn how to use Google Gems to build a powerful collection of custom AI tools. We will explore how to engineer specific instructions so you can create a Grading Assistant or a Classroom Policy Manager that works for you. You will also learn how to leverage Gems shared by other educators to instantly expand your toolkit. This session is about super-powering your teaching by automating the routine tasks so you can focus on the students.

• Co-Teaching Models for Your ENL/ELL Population

Having two teachers in the room is a great start—but how do you make the most of that partnership every single day? Effective co-teaching is more than just having two teachers in the room. Join us to look at various ways to set up your classroom, so that both teachers are truly making an impact. We will explore several co-teaching models and discuss how to choose the right one for your lesson, ensuring your English language learners get the focused support they need to succeed.

An overall look at OTIS for educators

Visit the online PD course calendar for a complete list of courses for April. Furthermore, with OTIS for educators, you’ll always get:

🧠 A diverse course library

In fact, OTIS now offers over 900 courses across 50+ categories, covering everything from instructional strategies to edtech tools. Moreover, these are designed by experienced educators and align with standards like ISTE, making them practical and relevant.

📅 Live weekly sessions

Additionally, new live content is broadcast weekly, so April will feature timely sessions on trending topics in education. These often include AI in the classroom, Microsoft and Google tools, management, and inclusive teaching practices.

📚 On-demand access

All courses are available anytime, anywhere, and also on any device–perfect for spring learning. Additionally, educators can explore tutorials, state-approved PD, and curated playlists to meet their goals.

🎓 For all roles

Whether you’re a teacher, admin, or paraprofessional, OTIS PD supports unlimited users per school or district license. This undeniably makes OTIS a great resource for team-wide growth.

You can visit OTISpd.com to sign up and also explore the full course catalog. Want help picking a course based on your interests or goals? In that case, we’d love to help with that! To learn more, visit teq.com!

For more tips, tricks, and tools for teaching in and out of the classroom, check out more content on the Teq Talk blog or our YouTube channels OTIS for educators and Tequipment.

We also offer virtual professional development, training, and support with OTIS for educators. Explore the technology and strategies that spark student success — no matter where teaching or learning are happening!

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