It is not always possible to attend live training and full training is not always needed. This page is dedicated to providing access to several asynchronous options.
- OnDemand Options – these are interactive modularized topics. The number of OnDemand options will continue to grow over time, so check back often.
- Recorded Webinars – these are perfect for those who missed a live training or wish to revisit a session.
- Video Short Library – single topic videos typically between 2 – 5 minutes.
Training is never “one-and-done.” Use the links to the right to connect with an expert as needed throughout the year.
Administrators
OnDemand Activities
Getting Started Introduction (15 min)
- The Student View
- Your Implementation
- Schedule Live Training – Ignore this questionnaire if your program has completed onboarding and training.
Recorded Webinars - Initial Training
Recorded Webinars - Functionality
(1) Administrator Reporting (Buzz)
- Dashboard Data
- Course Data
- User Data
- LMS Reports
(2) End of Semester Transitions (Buzz)
- Schoolwide planning and expectations
- Grade-out steps
- Verifying grade out complete
- Prepping for the next semester
- Considerations
- Implementation Options
- Grade impact of each
- Visibility (student and teacher views)
- Actions
- Teacher
- Administrator
Recorded Webinars - Professional Development
(1) Admin Panel Discussion – A Changing Education Landscape
(2) Collaborating with Learning Coaches
- Supporting Families
- Establishing Internal Plan First
(3 ) Managing Teacher-Student Caseloads
- Factors to Consider
- Monitoring Teacher Loads
- Supporting Teachers
(4) Our Current Reality – Online Learning is Here to Stay!
- Intentional Planning vs. Crisis Implementation
- Addressing Professional Development vs. Burnout
- Weights & Balances: % of Budget Allocations
Teachers
OnDemand Activities
Select the appropriate Part 1 option based on the Learning Management System in which your school is hosting Accelerate Education content. If you are unsure, please ask your administrator.
Part 1: Teacher Training Buzz LMS (30-45 min)
Part 1: Teacher Training Schoology LMS (30-35 min)
Recorded Webinars - Functionality
(1) Teacher Refresher SY 22-23 (Buzz) – Designed for teachers who have taught AE curriculum on Buzz in previous years.
- Updates
- Course Setting Review
- Buzz Platform Tips & Review
- Grading Templates & People Tool
- Accelerate Reports
- Accommodations & Groups
(2) Accommodations for Special Populations (Buzz)
- Accommodation by Design
- Admin Responsibilities
- Group Associations
- Assessment Settings
(3) End of Semester Transitions (Buzz)
- Schoolwide expectations
- Grade-out steps
- Final grade pull
(4) Understanding Your Course Settings (Buzz)
- Features available
- Setting cautions
Recorded Webinars - Initial Training
All Platforms:
Buzz Platform:
- Initial Teacher Training – Part 1
(grouping of individual recordings) - Initial Teacher Training – Part 2
(grouping of individual recordings) - Advanced Course Customizations & Accommodations
Canvas Platform:
- Initial Teacher Training – Part 1- See OnDemand section above
- Initial Teacher Training – Part 2
(grouping of individual recordings) - Adding Lessons to the Calendar
Schoology Platform:
- Initial Teacher Training – Part 1- See OnDemand section above
- Initial Teacher Training – Part 2
(grouping of individual recordings)
Recorded Webinars - Professional Development
(1) Collaborating with Learning Coaches
- Tips for supporting families
- Establishing a plan
(2) Supporting Families with Orientations
- Tips for hosting a successful orientation
- Learning Coach Resource Site
- Although it shows the Buzz LMS, concepts can be adapted for other LMSs.
- Intrinsic/Extrinsic Motivation
- Realistic Evaluation
- Your Actions Matter
- Communication & Tracking
Video Shorts
Admin - Enrollment Actions (Buzz)
- Creating Courses (3:25)
- Creating Users (3:05)
- Enrolling Users (2:57)
- Associating Observers (3:13)
Reports & Data (Buzz)
- Accelerate Reports (1:52)
- People Tool (1:16)
- Course Reports (1:10)
Teacher - General - Tools & Settings (Buzz)
- Calendar – Continuous Course (platform paced) (1:22)
- Calendar – Range Course (teacher paced) (5:06)
- Clipboard Tool (1:28)
- Communication – Announcements (2:02)
- Course Settings (9:48)
- Landing Page Posts (0:53)
- Navigating Course Content – Student & Teacher (1:27)
- Note Taking (3:48)
- Submitting Offline Assignments – Student View (2:48)
- Verifying Email & Phone Number (1:26)
Teacher - Grading & Gradebook (Buzz)
- Exporting Gradebook (1:00)
- Feedback Templates (1:53)
- Gradebook Display Options (1:23)
- Gradebook Filter (0:30)
- Grading (Working with Grades) (2:57)
- Quick Edit Grading (0:37)
- Student-Specific Gradebook (1:19)
- Uncomplete Activities (3:22)
Teacher - Course Wide Modifications (Buzz)
- Adding Additional Attempts (2:47)
- Adding Assessment Passwords (1:48)
- Adding Content – Ideal Learning Library (1:56)
- Hiding Content (2:48)
- Editing Assessment Setting (2:54)
Teacher - Accommodations & Individual Modifications (Buzz)
- Creating Groups (3:20)
- Using Groups to Hide Content (2:02)
- Using Groups to Adjust Settings (2:14)
- Providing Alternative Assessments (3:07)