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Event Overview Join the Global GEG for "Critical Fluencies: Reading, Writing, and Algorithms in the Modern Classroom," a session dedicated to redefining literacy for primary and secondary students in an AI-driven era. We will explore how teachers can shift from traditional textual instruction to dynamic digital fluency. We will examine how to use the Google ecosystem to scaffold critical evaluation, source verification, and algorithmic understanding, moving students away from passive consumption. Discover how to integrate generative tools into reading and writing workflows so students learn to analyze, critique, and direct digital content independently. This session provides an essential blueprint for empowering learners to navigate complex information landscapes with confidence and academic integrity. If you have any questions you would like the members to address, comment below! Event Accessibility: This event will be conducted in Spanish, but participants can use the Google Meet live translation feature to join from anywhere in the world. Google Meet Link: https://meet.google.com/mqv-pwdx-uzu Host Rodvin Morales (Instagram @rodvinmorales) Rodvin is a Spanish and Literature teacher, with over 30 years of experience in the field of education. At Colegio Decroly Americano, he has taught courses on Spanish, World, and Spanish-American literature, as well as the AP Spanish Literature course. He has also led the Seminar course—a long-term research project that graduating students must complete during their final year. Rodvin has developed active strategies and methodologies aimed at enhancing students' critical thinking through the analysis of literary texts, helping them appreciate the texts' continued relevance today. Guest Sheila Escobedo Sheila has been in the teaching field for more than 30 years.  She holds a BA in School Administration, and a Masters degree in Education.  She considers herself a lifelong learner, and has explored different resources to teach students from elementary to university levels.  She has worked at Colegio Decroly Americano teaching different grade levels and performing administrative roles, as well.   Her current position as Director of Learning and Teaching has allowed her to observe and help teachers grow professionally, which has impacted positively on students' learning. She holds different certifications such as: ISTE+ASCD Certified Instructional Leader, Google Innovator, Trainer, ELP Circle Facilitator, and GEG Leader.
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Event Overview Join the Global GEG for "Navigating Digital Texts: Scaffolding AI Literacy and Information Fluency," a session dedicated to developing critical comprehension and digital writing habits across primary and secondary classrooms. This webinar explores how educators can use Google Workspace to help students analyze digital media, verify claims, and construct well-reasoned arguments. Discover practical methods for helping students cite sources correctly, evaluate synthetic content, and build ethical digital habits. This session offers the strategic instructional foundations needed to turn digital information challenges into opportunities for critical growth. If you have any questions you would like our guest to address, comment below! Google Meet Link: https://meet.google.com/bwd-hzov-pxu Guest Thozama Mathe Thozama Mathe is a distinguished South African educator and ICT champion, celebrated for pioneering digital integration in primary school teaching. As a recipient of the MEC Special Award for Digital Enhanced Teaching and Learning, he has consistently demonstrated how technology can transform classrooms, particularly in rural and under-resourced communities. His  excellence was further recognized at the National Teaching Awards, where he earned acclaim for integrating ICT into primary education, setting a benchmark for innovation and inclusivity in teaching practice. Beyond national recognition, Thozama is also a Google Innovator, leveraging global platforms to design creative, learner-centered solutions that bridge the digital divide. With a career rooted in passion, resilience, and vision, he continues to inspire educators and learners alike, proving that technology is not just a tool but a catalyst for equity and excellence in education.
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Event Overview Join the Global GEG for "The Connected Educator: Building Resilient Communities of Practice," a webinar dedicated to empowering primary and secondary teachers through professional solidarity and shared pedagogical leadership. Held in celebration of The Teaching Profession month, this session focuses on practical ways educators can use Google Workspace to cultivate localized support networks, dismantle instructional isolation, and elevate practitioner expertise. Participants will discover how to transform routine classroom tools into platforms for collaborative inquiry, collective problem-solving, and cross-school resource sharing. This session provides the strategic framework required to establish sustainable teaching routines that honor teacher autonomy while fostering rich community collaboration. Google Meet Link: https://meet.google.com/uou-tizo-hvu Guests Mark Valentine Aikins Mark Valentine Aikins is an Educational Technology scholar, e-Learning Coordinator, and Google Workspace for Education Administrator at OLA College of Education, Ghana. A Google Certified Educator and Gemini Certified Educator, he specializes in instructional technology, digital learning tools, and continuous teacher professional development. As a Program Officer with Inspiring Teachers Ghana and a national facilitator for Professional Learning Community (PLC) handbooks, Mark actively trains school leaders and teachers to establish peer-led coaching networks and collaborative inquiry models. His background includes serving as a National Troubleshooter for Virtual Teaching and Learning and publishing research on teacher continuing professional development (CPD) needs and ICT integration. Passionate about dismantling instructional isolation, Mark brings rich expertise in leveraging Google Workspace to elevate teacher agency, streamline collaborative workflows, and cultivate resilient, educator-driven communities of practice. Patrick Hickey Patrick is a Primary Teacher, Google Trainer, Innovator, Coach, PD Partner, and GEG Leader. He is passionate about creating inclusive learning environments. Patrick brings rich expertise in leveraging Google Workspace to create purposeful learning experiences.  Patrick has spoken at international conferences on the power of technology and AI to enrich the learning experience for all learners.  He also has a great interest in teacher diversity and has recently defended his PhD thesis exploring the teacher professional identity of teachers with physical disabilities. If you have any questions you would like our guests to address, comment below!
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Event Overview Join the Global GEG for "Amplifying Teacher Voice: Collaborative Leadership and Sustainable Workflows," a session in Italian dedicated to honoring teacher leadership, agency, and professional sustainability across primary and secondary classrooms. Aligned with our October theme, The Teaching Profession, and celebrating the spirit of World Teachers' Day, this event explores how educators can harness the Google ecosystem to lead curriculum innovation, advocate for effective classroom practice, and streamline administrative loads. We will examine how to use collaborative Google tools to build peer-mentorship networks, co-design adaptable curriculum repositories, and reclaim valuable planning time. Discover actionable strategies that empower teachers to step into leadership roles within their school communities while preserving professional well-being. Event Accessibility: This event will be conducted in Italian, but participants can use the Google Meet Live Translation feature to join from anywhere in the world. Google Meet Link: https://meet.google.com/key-ksvc-dvn Host Claudia Fisanotti Educator and trainer with extensive experience in educational innovation, serving as regional coordinator for digital education in Aosta Valley, supporting teachers and institutions in designing effective and inclusive learning pathways. Leader of the GEG Italy group and Leader of Google’s ELP Leader Circle, actively engaged in promoting innovative and global teaching practices. Guests Antonello Magaletti A teacher at the "Panetti-Pitagora" Technical High School in Bari and expert in educational technology innovation. He combines first-hand classroom experience with extensive expertise in developing digital solutions and leading the digital transformation of teaching. As a Google Champion, he supports schools, teachers, and school leaders in integrating advanced technologies, accessibility, and security into learning processes. Currently focused on Artificial Intelligence and generative AI workshops, he is committed to promoting innovation driven by methodology, awareness, and educational responsibility. Mariel Reid An MYP Individuals and Societies teacher at the International School of Bologna, Italy’s only Premier Google Reference School, and an international consultant in the field of ethical AI at Eblana Learning. As a certified Google Trainer and participant in programs such as the AI + Edu Fellowship program, Mariel has had the opportunity to integrate Gemini for Education into her daily practice as a secondary school teacher as well as contribute to the ongoing innovation and technological development at her school. Ilaria Chiusano Primary school teacher, digital education trainer, and Digital Animator at IC Giovanni XXIII Aliotta in Naples. She supports teachers and schools in integrating Google Workspace, artificial intelligence, and innovative digital methodologies into everyday teaching and professional practice. As a member of the GEG Italy community, she is actively involved in teacher training and collaborative initiatives focused on digital transformation, inclusive learning, and the meaningful use of AI in education. She is also the creator of Scuola Digitale Ilaria, a platform dedicated to practical tools, resources, and ideas for digital teaching. If you have any questions you would like our guests to address, comment below!