Differentiation is essential in today's classroom and Google Apps makes it easier. Learn how to use Google Apps to support differentiation in your classroom.

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Identify ways you can
use Google Apps for
Education (GAfE) to
differentiate
Understand what it
means to differentiate
in the classroom
In the next 50 minutes…
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T-TESS Rolls Out in 2016-2017
• Developed by educators
• Growth-mindset model
• Piloted in 60 districts in
2014-2015
• Implemented/refined in
250 districts in 2015-
2016

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Domains of the T-TESS Rubric
PLANNING INSTRUCTION
1. Standards and Alignment
2. Data and Assessment
3. Knowledge of Students
4. Activities
1. Achieving Expectations
2. Content Knowledge and Expertise
3. Communication
4. Differentiation
5. Monitor and Adjust
LEARNING ENVIRONMENT PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Classroom Environment, Routines and
Procedures
2. Managing Student Behavior
3. Classroom Culture
1. Professional Demeanor and Ethics
2. Goal Setting
3. Professional Development
4. School Community Involvement
1 2
3 4

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Differentiated Instruction
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Get Your GOOGLE On Webinars
Upcoming Webinars:
 September 3rd – Google Apps for Education Updates
 October 1st – Making the Most of Google Classroom
 November 5th – Differentiate with Google Apps
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Recommended Chrome Apps & Extensions
• Each app or extension has been reviewed by an educator
before making it on the list, which is organized by category
(Tools, ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies) and then by topic
within each category.
• Each recommended extension or app is then linked so that
you can quickly learn more about it.
tcea.org/google-apps

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Chromebook Certification
• A program to help build foundational skills in using the
Chromebook as an effective instructional tool with students
• Gain knowledge and understanding to effectively integrate Google
Apps for Education (GAFE) into content and use it for a variety of
engaging and meaningful instructional activities
• Online and self-paced
• Member cost is $99
• Non-member cost is $144, which includes membership

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