ALSDE Educational Technology

05/05/2026

🎉🍎 Let’s Celebrate Our TEACHERS on Cinco de Mayo! 🍎🎉

In honor of Cinco de Mayo and Teacher Appreciation Day, the Educational Technology section proudly recognizes the dedication, creativity, and impact our teachers bring to education each and every day.

Because of you, students are inspired, empowered, and equipped for the future. 💻✨

Thank you for making learning come alive!

💚 We appreciate you today and always! 💚

03/10/2026

Hello everyone,
I hope this message finds you well. This is a friendly reminder about our upcoming Learning Blade TEAMS PD session that will be hosted at Auburn University. The College of Education building address is 345 West Samford Avenue, Auburn, AL 36849. We will be in room 2108 on the second floor. You will park at the South quad parking deck which is located at 330 Lem Morrison Dr, Auburn, AL 36849. It is a short walk to the College of Education building. Also, you will receive a parking pass email. We do not have printable parking passes, they are scanned by tag. PLEASE take care of the parking form before you get to campus. We would also like to remind everyone that if you signed up for the Learning Blade TEAMS PD session, please ensure you are 100% certain of your attendance. We have a waiting list of individuals who are eager to participate, and your spot is valuable. If you find that you can no longer attend, kindly notify me, Carol Foster at [email protected] immediately. This will allow us to accommodate someone else who can benefit
from this session. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Start Time: 8:00 AM
End Time: 3:00 PM

What to Bring
Charged Device: Please ensure your device is fully charged to participate effectively in our discussions and activities.

Learning Blade Account: If you haven't already, kindly request your FREE Learning Blade account. You can do this by visiting www.LearningBlade.com/AL. This tool will be valuable for our meeting and future learning opportunities.

Lunch is on your own. Food trucks and on campus dining will be closed due to Spring Break.

Your participation and preparation are greatly appreciated. Please be reminded that you must attend all day to receive credit, no partial credit can be given. Looking forward to seeing everyone there! You can call or text me if you have any issues with directions. (251-751-5543)

Best regards,
Carol Foster, Auburn University ATIM
Scott Mains, Learning Blade

02/11/2026

02/11/2026

Our Gems-U (Girls Engaged in Math and Science) Expo at the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum in Birmingham, Alabama was a huge success! The girls presented outstanding projects; the hands-on sessions were engaging, and the excitement on the faces of both the girls and their parents was priceless! 💎

We are so excited about what’s next — Jacksonville State University and the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, here we come! 🚀

GEMS ROCK!!! 💖💚

02/09/2026

We are gearing up for AETC 2026. Register TODAY! https://www.eventsquid.com/event.cfm?id=30804

12/18/2024

🚨 Apply now! 🚨
The 17th Annual GEMS Expo, hosted by the Alabama State Department of Education’s Girls Engaged in Math and Science (GEMS) initiative, is just around the corner, and we want YOU to be part of it!
Female students in grades 2-12 will experience a day filled with hands-on STEM activities, a Student Project Showcase, and inspiring female role models in STEM.
✨ Educators, apply TODAY to bring your students to this exciting event!
📅 Application deadline: TOMORROW, December 19, 2024
Don’t miss out—spaces are filling up fast! Apply now at gemsu.org.
Let’s spark the next generation of STEM innovators! 🔬🌟
Alabama Learning Exchange (ALEX)
ALSDE Educational Technology
Alabama Technology in Motion
AMSTI

12/17/2024

Have you listened to the Tim Talks Podcast yet? Check them out today! New episodes are released the 3rd of each month with topics related to Technology in Education that will inform and inspire Alabama educators.

https://sites.google.com/atim.us/atim/tim-talks-podcast

ACCESS Virtual Learning - ALSDE
Alabama Technology in Motion

12/12/2024

🚨 Exciting Update! 🚨
An additional location option has been added for the 17th Annual GEMS Expo for even more hands-on STEM fun!
The Expo, hosted by the Alabama State Department of Education’s Girls Engaged in Math and Science (GEMS) initiative, offers an inspiring day for female students in grades 2-12 to explore science, technology, engineering, and math. Join us for:
🔬 Student Project Showcase
🔧 Interactive STEM Activities
👩‍🔬 Female Role Models in STEM
Apply by Thursday, December 19, 2024, at gemsu.org! Space is limited, so don’t wait to submit your application!
📌 If you have already submitted your application but would like to apply for the Expo at the Cleburne County Mountain Center, please update your existing application to reflect your new location choice. If you have any questions, please contact the ALEX Team at [email protected].
Alabama Learning Exchange (ALEX)
ALSDE Educational Technology
Alabama Technology in Motion
AMSTI

12/11/2024

Join us for an exciting virtual field trip that will bring learning to life right from your classroom! Don’t miss this unique opportunity for students to explore new places and ideas without leaving their desks. To register, visit: https://sites.google.com/alex.state.al.us/alabama-virtual-field-trips/home

12/11/2024

Enroll today at https://elearning-atim.cc/