Fall Google Level 1 Certification Cohort

Reserve your spot today and join a Google Level 1 cohort! In this cohort, we will break down the Google Educator Level 1 exam into smaller workshops while preparing you to pass the same assessment with ease. Each session will cover two different Google-related topics, including: Chrome and Slides, Drive and Docs, Gmail and Calendar, Classroom and Meet, Forms and Sheets, and finally, YouTube and Sites.

Level 1 certification indicates a fundamental understanding of using Google Tools in the classroom and confirms standard technology implementation skills. Educators who pass the certification test will be able to advertise their status with a personal certificate and badge. Certification lasts 36 months.

This cohort will meet virtually once a week on Tuesday from 3:30-5:00 PM. Don’t miss this chance – learn, make new friends, and grow professionally as a part of this exciting Google Level 1 cohort.

Holly Kelly is the Regional Educational Technology Coordinator with the Learning Technology Center. Reach her at hkelly@ltcillinois.org.

Google Level 1 Certification Test – Crash Course!

This Level 1 Certification workshop will prepare participants to take the Google Educator Level 1 certification exam. This workshop is designed for teachers that have a solid base of implementing the Google tools in their classroom and is not designed as an introduction to the Google tools.

Level 1 certification indicates a fundamental understanding of using Google Tools in the classroom and confirms standard technology implementation skills. Educators who pass the certification test will be able to advertise their status with a personalized certificate and badge. Certification lasts 36 months.

Participants should bring a Chromebook or laptop to the workshop.

Participants in this workshop will learn about:
Digital Citizenship
Utilizing Google Drive with efficiency
Creating, sharing, and collaborating with Google Docs
Creating, Formatting, and Analyzing Data with Google Sheets
Developing and Using Google Forms for Quizzes and Data Collection
Design and Edit Google Slides
Set up and Operate Google Classroom
Personalize your Gmail Account
Leveraging Google Chat & Meet
Manage your Google Calendar, Tasks, and Google Keep
Create a Google Site
Develop YouTube Channels and Playlists

Holly Kelly is the Regional Educational Technology Coordinator with the Learning Technology Center. Reach her at hkelly@ltcillinois.org.

LTC South 2021-22 Google Level 1 Certification Prep Cohort B

Are you ready to take your Google Educator skills to the next level? Reserve your spot today and join a Google Educator Level 1 cohort! In this cohort, we will break down the Google Educator Level 1 Certification Exam into smaller monthly workshops while preparing you to take and pass the exam. Each session will cover different Google-related topics, including Chrome and Slides, Drive and Docs, Gmail and Calendar, Classroom and Meet, Forms and Sheets, YouTube and Sites, and finally, test prep tips.

Level 1 certification indicates a fundamental understanding of using Google Tools in the classroom and confirms standard technology implementation skills. Educators who pass the certification test will be able to promote their status with a personal certificate and badge. Certification lasts 36 months.

This cohort, hosted by LTC South Regional EdTech Coordinator Joe Cipfl will meet virtually on a monthly basis (see below for dates and times). Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, make new friends, develop a network of innovative colleagues, and grow professionally as a part of this exciting Google Educator Level 1 cohort!

The cohort will provide a total of 15 PD hours. PD hours will be provided at the conclusion of the cohort.

**If you would like more information about the apps and tools covered on the exam, please visit Google’s teacher training site: https://edu.google.com/teacher-center/certifications/educator-level1/

Dates:
Week 1: Friday, September 24, 1:00-3:00pm
Week 2: Friday, October 22, 1:00-3:00pm
Week 3: Friday, December 3, 1:00-3:00pm
Week 4: Friday, January 28, 1:00-3:00pm
Week 5: Friday, February 25, 1:00-3:00pm
Week 6: Friday, March 25, 1:00-3:00pm

Joe Cipfl (@LTCJoeC) is a Regional Educational Technology Coordinator at the Learning Technology Center and works in Southern Illinois. He can be reached at jcipfl@ltcillinois.org.

LTC South 2021-22 Google Level 1 Certification Prep Cohort A

Level 1 certification indicates a fundamental understanding of using Google Tools in the classroom and confirms standard technology implementation skills. Educators who pass the certification test will be able to promote their status with a personal certificate and badge. Certification lasts 36 months.

The cohort will provide a total of 15 PD hours. PD hours will be provided at the conclusion of the cohort.

**If you would like more information about the apps and tools covered on the exam, please visit Google’s teacher training site: https://edu.google.com/teacher-center/certifications/educator-level1/

Dates:
Week 1: Tuesday, September 21, 2:00-4:00pm
Week 2: Tuesday, October 19, 2:00-4:00pm
Week 3: Tuesday, November 16, 2:00-4:00pm
Week 4: Tuesday, December 14, 2:00-4:00pm
Week 5: Tuesday, January 18, 2:00-4:00pm
Week 6: Tuesday, February 15, 2:00-4:00pm

Joe Cipfl (@LTCJoeC) is a Regional Educational Technology Coordinator at the Learning Technology Center and works in Southern Illinois. He can be reached at jcipfl@ltcillinois.org.

Let’s Get Google Certified! Google Level 1 Prep

The workshop will prepare participants to take the Google Educator Level 1 certification exam. Level 1 certification indicates a fundamental understanding of using Google Tools in the classroom and confirms standard technology implementation skills. Educators who pass the certification test will be able to advertise their status with a personalized certificate and badge. Certification lasts 36 months. You will receive a voucher to take the Google Level 1 Exam for free. Participants should bring a Chromebook or laptop and a mouse to this workshop.

Lisa Schwartz (@lisa_schwartz18) is a Regional Educational Technology Coordinator at the Learning Technology Center and works in Central Illinois. She can be reached at lschwartz@ltcillinois.org.

Google Certified Educator Level 1 Prep Workshop ROE 4

The Level 1 Certification workshop will prepare participants to take the Google Educator Level 1 certification exam. Level 1 certification indicates a fundamental understanding of using Google Tools in the classroom and confirms standard technology implementation skills. This workshop is designed for teachers that have a solid base of implementing the Google tools in their classroom and is not designed as an introduction to the Google tools. Educators who pass the certification test will be able to advertise their status with a personalized certificate and badge. Certification lasts 36 months.

This is a two day workshop: 7/22-23/2021 from 8-11:30 AM

Ben Sondgeroth (@Mr_Sondgeroth) is a Regional Educational Technology Coordinator at the Learning Technology Center and works in Northern Illinois. He can be reached at bsondgeroth@ltcillinois.org.

Google Level 1 Certification Workshop

This Level 1 Certification workshop will prepare participants to take the Google Educator Level 1 certification exam. Level 1 certification indicates a fundamental understanding of using Google Tools in the classroom and confirms standard technology implementation skills. Educators who pass the certification test will be able to advertise their status with a personal certificate and badge. Certification lasts 36 months.

Note: Participants may find it helpful to read through Google’s Educator Level 1 documentation (https://edu.google.com/teacher-center/certifications/educator-level1/?modal_active=none) before starting this workshop. This is not required, however.

Holly Kelly is the Regional Educational Technology Coordinator with the Learning Technology Center. Reach her at hkelly@ltcillinois.org.

Summer 2021 Google Level 1 Certification Test Prep Cohort

Reserve your spot today and join a Google Level 1 cohort! In this cohort, we will break down the Google Educator Level 1 exam into smaller workshops while preparing you to pass the Google Level 1 Certification Exam. Each session will cover different Google-related topics, including Chrome and Slides, Drive and Docs, Gmail and Calendar, Classroom and Meet, Forms and Sheets, and finally, YouTube and Sites and test prep tips.

This cohort, cohosted by Lisa Schwartz and Holly Kelly, will meet virtually in July 2021 on Tuesdays and Thursdays (see below for dates and times). Don’t miss this chance to learn, make new friends, and grow professionally as a part of this exciting Google Level 1 cohort! The Cohort will provide a total of 9.5 PD hours. PD hours will be provided after each individual session. If you are unable to attend one of the sessions, the sessions will be recorded and shared with those that register (PD hours will not be issued for the individual session missed).

**If you would like more information about apps covered on the exam, please visit Google’s training site: https://edu.google.com/teacher-center/certifications/educator-level1/?modal_active=none

Dates:
Week 1: Tuesday, July 6, 9:00 AM – 11: 00 AM
Week 2: Tuesday, July 13 and Thursday, July 15, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Week 3: Tuesday, July 20 and Thursday, July 22, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Week 4: Bonus Session: Thursday, July 29, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Holly Kelly is the Regional Educational Technology Coordinator with the Learning Technology Center. Reach her at hkelly@ltcillinois.org.

Let’s Get Google Certified! Educator Level 1 Prep Workshop ROE 28

The Level 1 Certification workshop will prepare participants to take the Google Educator Level 1 certification exam. Level 1 certification indicates a fundamental understanding of using Google Tools in the classroom and confirms standard technology implementation skills. This workshop is designed for teachers that have a solid base of implementing the Google tools in their classroom and is not designed as an introduction to the Google tools. Participants who attend this session and wish to take the test will be provided with a voucher (a $10 value) to take the exam! Educators who pass the certification test will be able to advertise their status with a personalized certificate and badge. Certification lasts 36 months. Participants should bring a Chromebook or laptop to the workshop.

Ben Sondgeroth (@Mr_Sondgeroth) is a Regional Educational Technology Coordinator at the Learning Technology Center and works in Northern Illinois. He can be reached at bsondgeroth@ltcillinois.org.

Google Level 1 Cohort

Reserve your spot today and come join a Google Level 1 Cohort. We will meet virtually bi-monthly (every other week) from 3:30- 5:00 on Tuesdays. In this cohort, we will break down the Level one exam in smaller workshops and prepare you to take and pass the Level 1 Exam. Learn all the tricks and tips along the way as well. Learn, make new friends, and grow professionally. Each session will cover two different Google topics: Chrome and Slides, Drive and Docs, Gmail and Calendar, Classroom and Meet, Forms and Sheets, and finally YouTube and Sites.
The Level 1 Certification workshop will prepare participants to take the Google Educator Level 1 certification exam. Level 1 certification indicates a fundamental understanding of using Google Tools in the classroom and confirms standard technology implementation skills. Educators who pass the certification test will be able to advertise their status with a personal certificate and badge. Certification lasts 36 months.

**This is the last of six meetings for this cohort.

Lisa Schwartz (@lisa_schwartz18) is a Regional Educational Technology Coordinator at the Learning Technology Center and works in Central Illinois. She can be reached at lschwartz@ltcillinois.org.

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