WOW! (Without Worksheets) Academy
(now including A.I. tools)
The WOW! (Without Worksheets) Academy is an immersive experience empowering educators to elevate student creativity and engagement through purposeful technology integration—without relying on traditional worksheets. Our academy is designed to help educators reimagine classroom instruction by focusing on collaborative, tech-driven activities that ignite student-led learning. Join us and discover how to seamlessly embed technology into daily teaching, sparking creativity and enhancing student outcomes.
About the WOW! Academy
The WOW Academy is a hybrid professional development experience crafted to inspire and equip educators with the tools they need for technology-rich classrooms. Guided by a friEdTech Learning Guide, participants will dive into hands-on learning experiences that transform student engagement through tech integration. Explore a variety of tools and design a classroom activity that encourages creativity and collaboration, empowering students to take charge of their learning. The academy consists of 6 hours of in-person learning paired with 6 additional hours of virtual or in-person workshops, giving educators the flexibility to apply their new skills in real-time.
Key Topics Covered:
Technology Integration for Creativity:
Learn how to leverage tech tools to inspire student creativity and innovation.
Collaborative Learning Strategies:
Discover methods for designing activities that foster teamwork and collaborative problem-solving.
Engaging, Student-Led Learning:
Explore how to shift instruction toward student ownership through interactive, tech-enhanced tasks.
Product-Focused Learning:
Develop hands-on, outcome-oriented projects that drive deeper understanding and application of technology in the classroom.
Implementing Tech Tools:
Gain practical knowledge of essential tech tools that enhance teaching in a technology-rich environment.