New Teacher Essentials: Integrating Educational Technology for Effective Instruction

A structured, self-paced professional learning experience designed to help educators confidently integrate technology into instruction, enhance student learning, and develop the digital skills needed for today's classrooms.
Built for Beginners
First-year & early-career educators
5 Hours
Self-paced, relevant training
10 Courses
Essential technology skills for new teachers
Certificate Included
Up to 5 CE credits
Learn Anywhere
Access courses on any device

Technology Confidence Leads to Better Learning Experiences

Technology continues to transform teaching and learning, creating new opportunities for collaboration, creativity, personalization, and student engagement. Yet many educators struggle with knowing which tools to use, when to use them, and how to integrate them effectively into daily instruction. Purposeful educational technology integration requires more than learning digital tools. It requires confidence, instructional design, and an understanding of how technology can enhance learning outcomes.

Courses in this Pathway

New Teacher Essentials: Integrating Educational Technology for Effective Instruction

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Dr. Samantha Fecich

Dr. Samantha Fecich is an educator, author, and host of the EduMagic podcast. She’s passionate about helping future teachers transition from campus to classroom and loves sharing tips and insights to inspire and support new educators on their journey.
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Associate Professor of Education

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Eva Harvell

Eva Harvell is Director of Technology at PGSD and recognized for edtech leadership. A 2013 Tech&Learning Leader and 2021 MECA Admin of the Year, she’s a GenAI and MS AI Collaborative Fellow, author, and frequent national presenter.
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Director of Technology

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Dr. Matt Bergman

Dr. Matt Bergman is an Assessment and Curriculum Coordinator at Elizabethtown College. A “UDL Evangelist,” he draws on his background in teaching, coaching, and design to help create inclusive, accessible learning using UDL, tech, AI, and SEL strategies.
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Assessment and Curriculum Coordinator

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Susan Brooks-Young

Susan is an educator, author, and consultant with 23+ years in teaching and leadership. She’s written dozens of books and hundreds of articles, and now works with educators worldwide on well-being, tech integration, SEL, AI, media literacy, and digital citizenship.
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Author and Consultant

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Naomi Louise

Naomi Louise, CEO of Innovative Educator Consulting, empowers K-12 educators with tech-integrated professional learning. A global keynote speaker and EdTech influencer, she designs UDL-based programs aligned with ISTE and ASCD standards, preparing educators & Gen Alpha/Beta students for the future.
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STEM Innovation Specialist

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What Educators Are Saying

“The short training videos are perfect to complete during lunch or planning periods. It’s also great to be able to access videos at home or on weekends. I love the fact that there are courses on important current tech topics that we all need right now!”

Adrian H., Teacher

“The classroom management course alone was worth it. Instead of guessing what might work, I built a real plan I could implement immediately. The strategies were practical, realistic, and designed for today’s classrooms.”

Daniel M., Teacher

"Such great courses! So many ideas for AI and I am really ready to try them all now. Thank you!"

Marietta K., Teacher
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Built for District Success

Districts continue to invest in technology, but successful implementation depends on educator confidence and competency. This pathway helps schools build instructional technology capacity while ensuring technology investments translate into meaningful improvements in teaching and learning.

Built for District Success

Districts continue to invest in technology, but successful implementation depends on educator confidence and competency. This pathway helps schools build instructional technology capacity while ensuring technology investments translate into meaningful improvements in teaching and learning.
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Turn Technology Into a Tool for Student Success

Educational technology is most powerful when educators use it with confidence and purpose. This pathway equips teachers with the skills, knowledge, and practical strategies needed to create engaging, innovative, and impactful learning experiences for today's students.

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