Educator Professional Development Insights

The video discusses strategies for preventing the professional summer slide among educators, featuring insights from Barbara Hughes, Kim Roberson, and Sarah Thomas. They highlight the efforts of Prince George's County Public Schools in providing professional development during school closures, using tools like Google Classroom and Bitmoji. The session also covers virtual opportunities for educators to continue learning over the summer and emphasizes the importance of rest and focus on personal growth areas.

What is the primary demographic of students in Prince George's County Public Schools?

• Majority Caucasian

• Majority Middle Eastern

• Majority African American, Hispanic, or Asian

• Majority Native American

What was the main focus of professional development for teachers during the pandemic?

• Learning new languages

• Art and music integration

• Using Google tools and video conferencing

• Physical education techniques

Which video conferencing platforms were primarily used by the district?

• Skype and Microsoft Teams

• Google Meet and Zoom

• Webex and GoToMeeting

• Discord and Slack

What tool was introduced to make classrooms more interactive and fun?

• Bitmoji

• Padlet

• Kahoot

• Quizlet

What was one of the creative activities using Google tools mentioned in the session?

• Creating a virtual reality tour

• Building a pixel art activity

• Developing a mobile app

• Designing a 3D model

Which online conference is available for free and runs for 24 hours?

• Microsoft Build

• Google I/O

• ED Change Global Conference

• Apple WWDC

What is the purpose of the Friday Institute's free PD offering?

• To improve physical fitness

• To enhance culinary skills

• To teach advanced mathematics

• To norm remote learning and support special needs students

What is a key takeaway for educators to focus on during the summer?

• Traveling extensively

• Resting and focusing on specific areas of growth

• Starting a new business

• Learning every new technology available

What is the metaphor used to describe the shared experience of educators during the pandemic?

• On the same flight

• In the same boat

• In the same storm

• On the same train

Which platform was suggested for curating resources and connecting with other educators?

• Instagram

• Wakelet

• LinkedIn

• Pinterest