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Professional Development
Start with a mindset focus...
When thinking about a professional development session, it may be useful to think of a mindset focus you would like to develop. Take a look at some of the indicators below. Based on the International Society for Technology in Education Educator Standards.
Learner
Educators continually improve their practice by learning from and with others and exploring proven and promising practices that leverage technology.
Leader
Educators seek out opportunities for leadership to support empowerment and success and to improve teaching and learning.
Citizen
Educators inspire others to positively contribute to and responsibly participate in the digital world.
Collaborator
Educators dedicate time to collaborate with both colleagues and students to improve practice, discover and share resources and ideas, and solve problems.
Designer
Educators design authentic, learner-driven activities and environments that recognize and accommodate learner variability.
Analyst
Educators understand and use data to drive their instruction and support others in achieving their learning goals.
Facilitator
Educators facilitate learning with technology to support achievement.
Start with a challenge...
When thinking about a professional development session, it may be useful to think of a challenge you are trying to overcome as part of a bigger project. Take a look at some of the sample scenarios.
Providing Resources
Absenteeism is still an issue in our schools, we want to ensure that our students are not falling further behind due to access to resources.
Evidence Collection
We will be going through our accreditation and we will need to collect data, evidence samples, and coordinate workgroup meetings.
Learning Portfolios
As part of our school academic plan, we will be having all students create a digital learning portfolio.
Engagement
As we return to in-person learning, one of the areas we would like to address is active learning to improve student engagement.
Student Safety and Privacy
With the increase of digital tools in our classrooms, it is vital that we provide support to our teachers on keeping our students safe.
Sharing Information
As a state team, we want to provide access to documents with our tri-level professional learning community.
Start with a session idea...
When thinking about a professional development session, it may be useful to see some of the sessions that others have requested. Take a look at some of the sample sessions.
The italicized roles at the bottom of each description indicate alignment with the ISTE Standards for Educators (Learner, Leader, Citizen, Collaborator, Designer, Facilitator, Analyst). Each session is designed to help educators build sustainable habits that reflect these standards in daily practice.
Google Productivity Tools
Redefine your Google Workflow
Build sustainable daily habits across Chrome, Gmail, and Google Calendar to eliminate digital friction. In this interactive session, we will practice core strategies like grouping active project tabs in Chrome, eliminating Gmail clutter to maintain an organized inbox, and using Google Calendar to communicate. Leave with a system designed to keep your workspace clear and your workflow focused.
Leader, Collaborator, Facilitator
Organize Your Digital File Infrastructure
Shift from reactive document searching to a structured daily filing routine using Google Drive. We will work through establishing consistent file-naming habits, practical examples of organizing folders, and setting clear permission levels to protect data integrity. Leave with a reliable, workspace model that eliminates document chaos and makes finding resources second nature.
Leader, Collaborator, Designer
Manage Learning with Google Classroom
Establish efficient learning management routines in Google Classroom to streamline daily student and parent interactions. Through hands-on scenarios, we will practice habits like organizing classwork by topic, setting up assessment workflows, and using Master Classrooms to provide efficiency across grade levels or departments. Leave with an organized system that simplifies daily administrative tasks and keeps communication clear.
Collaborator, Designer, Facilitator
Creating Engaging Websites
Develop sustainable habits for designing and maintaining user-friendly websites using Google Sites. In this workshop, we will practice building intuitive page structures, embedding shared resources, and checking accessibility guidelines to ensure ADA compliance. Leave with a theme based design, practical site layout, and a simple maintenance routine to keep your school or department website updated and engaging for your audience.
Designer, Facilitator, Citizen
Transform Data Collect and Analysis
Replace manual spreadsheet cleanup with smart, repeatable habits using Google Forms and Google Sheets. In this session, we will work through real-world data examples by setting up efficient survey forms, creating dynamic view filters, and building pivot tables to summarize findings instantly. Leave with a reliable framework to turn incoming responses into quick, actionable decisions without the hassle.
Analyst, Designer, Facilitator
Artificial Intelligence Tools
The Power of Conversational AI
Build the habit of applying prompt engineering and responsible AI practices to elevate your daily work in Gemini. As a foundational entry point, we will practice crafting clear prompts, evaluating AI output for ethics and accuracy, and leveraging dynamic workspace tools like Gemini Canvas to co-edit documents in real time. Leave with a practical framework for ethical AI integration and the skills to transform rough ideas into polished deliverables.
Learner, Citizen, Facilitator
Gemini Notebook Your AI Research Assistant
Adopt the habit of using Google NotebookLM as an automated research partner to synthesize dense information and develop citation-grounded learning materials. As a foundational session, we will practice uploading reference documents, generating instant summaries, extracting key insights, and creating differentiated materials. Leave with a streamlined research workflow that ensures accuracy and traceability when analyzing administrative, curriculum, or policy documents.
Analyst, Learner, Facilitator
AI in Practice: Creating Custom Gems in Gemini
Build the habit of delegating repetitive writing and formatting tasks to personalized AI assistants. Through guided practice, we will write precise instructions to build custom Gemini Gems tailored to your specific role, such as generating routine email templates or adapting content for different audiences. Leave with custom AI assistants ready to automate your frequent daily workflows.
Designer, Analyst, Facilitator
AI in Practice: Google Classroom Gemini Tools
Build the habit of using AI as a co-planning partner directly inside Google Classroom to reclaim valuable preparation time. Through guided exercises, we will explore practical ways to draft assignment instructions, generate custom scoring rubrics, and differentiate learning materials for varied student needs. Leave with a refreshed prep routine that reduces workload while maintaining high-quality instruction.
Designer, Facilitator, Analyst
AI in Practice: Enhance the Instructional Cycle
Integrate AI habits directly into your instructional planning cycle to deliver timely, personalized student support. We will practice using AI tools to design standards-aligned assessments, craft multi-level rubrics, and generate tailored feedback for students and parents. Leave with an efficient, repeatable planning framework that elevates student learning while saving hours of routine grading and prep time.
Analyst, Designer, Facilitator
AI in Practice: Google AI Workflow
Establish a multi-tool rhythm across Gemini, Notebook, and Google Classroom to power your daily preparation. In this hands-on workshop, we will practice: brainstorming fresh ideas in Gemini, grounding research and citations in Notebook, publishing to Google Classroom, and automating with Gems. Leave with a unified pipeline that connects your favorite Google AI tools into one smooth, intentional workflow.
Designer, Collaborator, Leader
AI in Practice: Navigating the AI Readiness Toolkit
Develop leadership habits that guide safe, effective AI implementation using the HIDOE AI Readiness Toolkit. We will work through scenario-based planning exercises to evaluate site readiness, establish ethical usage guidelines, and create professional development roadmaps for staff. Leave with an actionable implementation framework to lead your school or department through responsible AI adoption.
Leader, Citizen, Analyst
Additional Support
Ditch the Paper, Sign in the Cloud
Transition from slow paper tracking to an automated digital signature routine using Adobe Sign. Through step-by-step practice, we will set up electronic signature requests, track document approval statuses in real time, and route completed forms for secure cloud storage. Leave with a streamlined approval system that eliminates administrative delays and keeps paperwork moving efficiently.
Leader, Collaborator, Facilitator
Building a Successful Esports Program in Your School
Establish the foundation and routines needed to build an inclusive, sustainable esports program at your school. We will work through practical examples covering game selection, hardware requirements, team structure, and coaching practices that promote positive digital citizenship and teamwork. Leave with a clear operational roadmap to launch and lead a safe, engaging gaming club.
Facilitator, Citizen, Collaborator
Still not sure what professional development you might want? Let's talk about it.
Ready to get started? Let's build a technology integration culture that meets your needs.
Contact us at: shane.asselstine@k12.hi.us
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