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Length: 60 minutes

Software needed for Rhyme:

Showbie

By the end of this project, you will be ready to use Showbie to streamline your organization, communication, and teaching. Showbie combines the “essential tools for assignments, feedback and communication in one beautiful, easy-to-use app… this means more time for teaching and learning.” From portfolio building to parent communication, Showbie allows teachers to inspire students and connect parents as meaningful learning experiences are shared and celebrated.

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Project Description

Length: 60 minutes

Software needed for Rhyme:

Showbie

By the end of this project, you will be ready to use Showbie to streamline your organization, communication, and teaching. Showbie combines the “essential tools for assignments, feedback and communication in one beautiful, easy-to-use app… this means more time for teaching and learning.” From portfolio building to parent communication, Showbie allows teachers to inspire students and connect parents as meaningful learning experiences are shared and celebrated.

Throughout each task, we will work together to ensure that you are able to use Showbie with your class right away. We will set up your class and practice using each of the tools Showbie provides so that you can achieve success with your class. Whether you teach online or in the classroom, Showbie can help to simplify and streamline your teaching toolbox.

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Syllabus

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Read about what's good
what should give you pause
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Suitable for teachers who wish to implement a versatile tool to enhance their classroom and administrative duties
Provides hands-on experience with Showbie's features, ensuring immediate applicability in the classroom
Designed for teachers of all experience levels, including those new to online or blended learning environments

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Reviews summary

Showbie for classroom enhancement

According to learners, this course offers clear, step-by-step guidance on using Showbie, making it highly practical for educators. Students report being able to streamline assignments, feedback, and communication, leveraging features for digital portfolios and parent engagement. It is particularly ideal for new teachers or those new to integrating digital tools. However, a minority of reviewers note that some course visuals may be slightly outdated due to recent Showbie interface updates, potentially causing minor navigational confusion. Overall, it provides a solid foundation for classroom management with Showbie.
Best suited for those new to Showbie or digital tools.
"This course was incredibly helpful for a new teacher like me!"
"Good course for beginners to Showbie. It guides you through the main features."
"If you're already familiar with similar apps, it might be a bit too basic."
Provides a solid foundation for Showbie's core features.
"A good introduction to Showbie... a solid foundation for using the app."
"Pretty comprehensive for an intro. It definitely helped me get set up with Showbie efficiently."
"It covers the basics of Showbie... a quick overview."
Delivers straightforward and actionable guidance.
"The instructor clearly explained all the features of Showbie. The step-by-step guidance was perfect."
"The course content was easy to follow, and the instructor's pace was just right."
"The instructions were clear, concise, and actionable, enabling confident use of Showbie."
Equips educators with immediately applicable strategies.
"This course was incredibly helpful for a new teacher like me! I can already see how it will streamline my assignment collection and feedback."
"I appreciated the practical examples and how quickly I could apply what I learned."
"I'm now confidently using Showbie for assignments and grading, it helped integrate it into my teaching workflow."
Some visual discrepancies due to app updates.
"The course felt a bit outdated in some parts, as Showbie has updated its interface since this was made."
"While the core functions are still there, the visual discrepancies were sometimes confusing."
"I noticed some content may not reflect the latest Showbie version, which can be a minor hindrance."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Inspire Student Learning with Showbie with these activities:
Learn digital file organization
Doing this will help you better manage the materials for this course.
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  • Research different digital file organization methods.
  • Choose one method and implement it on your computer.
  • Practice organizing your files using the new method.
Practice creating digital folders and subfolders
This will help you practice organizing digital files.
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  • Create several digital folders on your computer.
  • Create subfolders within each of the folders you created.
Practice moving and copying files
Practicing this will help you master digital file organization.
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  • Move some files from one folder to another.
  • Copy some files from one folder to another.
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Practice renaming files
Doing this will help you stay even more organized.
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  • Rename some files on your computer.
Create a digital filing system for your course materials
Doing this will help you stay on top of your coursework.
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  • Determine what categories you need for your filing system.
  • Create folders for each category.
  • Save your course materials to the appropriate folders.
Create documentation on your digital filing system
Creating documentation will help you to remember and improve your digital filing system over time.
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  • Write down the steps involved in creating your digital filing system.
  • Include screenshots or other visuals to illustrate your instructions.
Help other students with digital file organization
This will help you understand the concepts and retain the information better.
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  • Answer questions about digital file organization on forums or in study groups.
  • Create tutorials or other resources to help other students learn about digital file organization.

Career center

Learners who complete Inspire Student Learning with Showbie will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Secondary Education Teacher
As a Secondary Education Teacher, you will be responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing instruction to students in grades 6-12. You will need to be able to create engaging and effective lesson plans, manage a classroom, and assess student progress. This course will help you develop the skills you need to be successful in this role by providing you with training on how to use Showbie, a classroom management tool that can help you streamline your organization, communication, and teaching.
Curriculum Developer
As a Curriculum Developer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing educational programs and materials. You will need to be able to research and identify educational needs, design and develop curriculum, and evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs. This course will help you develop the skills you need to be successful in this role by providing you with training on how to use Showbie, a tool that can help you collaborate with other educators and share resources.
Instructional Designer
As an Instructional Designer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and delivering instructional materials and experiences. You will need to be able to analyze learning needs, design and develop instructional materials, and evaluate the effectiveness of instructional programs. This course will help you develop the skills you need to be successful in this role by providing you with training on how to use Showbie, a tool that can help you create and deliver interactive lessons.
Educational Technology Specialist
As an Educational Technology Specialist, you will be responsible for providing support and training to teachers and students on the use of educational technology. You will need to be able to troubleshoot technical problems, provide training on educational software and hardware, and develop and implement educational technology plans. This course will help you develop the skills you need to be successful in this role by providing you with training on how to use Showbie, a tool that can help you manage and deliver educational content.
Education Consultant
As an Education Consultant, you will be responsible for providing advice and support to schools and other educational organizations. You will need to be able to assess educational needs, develop and implement educational plans, and evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs. This course will help you develop the skills you need to be successful in this role by providing you with training on how to use Showbie, a tool that can help you collaborate with other educators and share resources.
Education Policy Analyst
As an Education Policy Analyst, you will be responsible for researching and analyzing education policy. You will need to be able to identify and analyze educational issues, develop and evaluate policy recommendations, and communicate policy findings to stakeholders. This course will help you develop the skills you need to be successful in this role by providing you with training on how to use Showbie, a tool that can help you collaborate with other researchers and share your findings.
Instructional Coach
As an Instructional Coach, you will be responsible for providing support and guidance to teachers to help them improve their teaching practice. You will need to be able to observe and assess teaching, provide feedback, and develop and implement professional development plans. This course will help you develop the skills you need to be successful in this role by providing you with training on how to use Showbie, a tool that can help you collaborate with teachers and share resources.
Teacher Librarian
As a Teacher Librarian, you will be responsible for managing and delivering library services to students and teachers. You will need to be able to select and acquire library materials, provide reference and research assistance, and develop and implement library programs. This course will help you develop the skills you need to be successful in this role by providing you with training on how to use Showbie, a tool that can help you manage and share library resources.
Educational Researcher
As an Educational Researcher, you will be responsible for conducting research on education-related topics. You will need to be able to design and conduct research studies, analyze data, and communicate research findings. This course will help you develop the skills you need to be successful in this role by providing you with training on how to use Showbie, a tool that can help you collaborate with other researchers and share your findings.
Education Administrator
As an Education Administrator, you will be responsible for managing and leading schools or other educational institutions. You will need to be able to develop and implement educational policies, manage staff, and budget resources. This course will help you develop the skills you need to be successful in this role by providing you with training on how to use Showbie, a tool that can help you manage and communicate with staff.
School Counselor
As a School Counselor, you will be responsible for providing counseling and support to students. You will need to be able to assess student needs, provide counseling services, and develop and implement counseling programs. This course will help you develop the skills you need to be successful in this role by providing you with training on how to use Showbie, a tool that can help you manage and communicate with students.
Higher Education Administrator
As a Higher Education Administrator, you will be responsible for managing and leading colleges or universities. You will need to be able to develop and implement educational policies, manage staff, and budget resources. This course will help you develop the skills you need to be successful in this role by providing you with training on how to use Showbie, a tool that can help you manage and communicate with staff.
Educational Consultant
As an Educational Consultant, you will be responsible for providing advice and support to schools and other educational organizations. You will need to be able to assess educational needs, develop and implement educational plans, and evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs. This course will help you develop the skills you need to be successful in this role by providing you with training on how to use Showbie, a tool that can help you collaborate with other educators and share resources.
Educational Software Developer
As an Educational Software Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing educational software. You will need to be able to analyze learning needs, design and develop software, and evaluate the effectiveness of educational software. This course will help you develop the skills you need to be successful in this role by providing you with training on how to use Showbie, a tool that can help you collaborate with other developers and share your work.

Reading list

We've selected eight books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Inspire Student Learning with Showbie.
Provides a comprehensive overview of how to use technology in the classroom. It includes a chapter on Showbie, which offers tips on how to use the app for collaboration, student engagement, and assessment.
Provides a research-based approach to using technology in the classroom. It valuable resource for teachers who want to learn more about how to use technology to improve student learning.
Provides a framework for understanding how new technologies disrupt existing markets. It valuable resource for teachers who want to learn more about how technology is changing the world and how they can use it to improve their teaching.
Provides a look at how technology can transform teaching and learning. It valuable resource for teachers who want to learn more about how to use technology to create more engaging and effective learning experiences for their students.
Provides a look at eight educational innovations that are changing the world. It valuable resource for teachers who want to learn more about the future of education and how they can prepare their students for it.
Provides a guide to using technology to improve teaching and learning. It valuable resource for teachers who want to learn more about how to use technology to create more engaging and effective learning experiences for their students.
Provides a guide to using technology in the classroom. It valuable resource for teachers who want to learn more about how to use technology to create more engaging and effective learning experiences for their students.
Provides a guide to using technology in the classroom. It valuable resource for teachers who want to learn more about how to use technology to create more engaging and effective learning experiences for their students.

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