Public school educators are always seeking new and innovative ways to engage students in learning.  The AIU's Technology Services Division assists K-12 schools incorporate leading-edge technology to achieve the maximum impact on student achievement. Contact Chief Technology Officer Rich Platts for more information.

Technology Assessments and Managed Services

To help school districts operate in the most cost-efficient manner possible, the AIU’s Technology Services staff provides a variety of services, including infrastructure assessments, managed services, virtual IT director, network administrator, help desk, technical support, PIMS administrator, and E-rate support.These services allow school districts to augment their staffing to stretch educational dollars. Contact Rich Platts for more information.

Google Certified Educator Training

Level 1: This is a three-day session designed for educators who “know how to use Google tools in the classroom,” and this certification proves proficiency. Hands-on coaching will expose educators to a variety of Google tools so they can successfully pass the Google Educator Level 1 certification. Contact Jana Baxter for more information.

Level 2: This is a three-day session designed for educators who are superusers and enthusiasts of Google tools in the classroom. Hands-on coaching will expose educators to a variety of Google tools to successfully pass the Google Educator Level 2 certification. Contact Jana Baxter for more information.

Integrating Technology into the Curriculum

The AIU’s Teaching & Learning staff can assist school districts with a variety of emerging instructional technologies. Services include consultation during the exploration and planning phase and training during the implementation phase. Focus areas are 1:1 teaching and learning, web-based and app-based learning tools, and promoting the 4Cs (communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity) through using instructional technology. The staff is fluent with multiple platforms and certified to provide Apple, Google, and Nearpod professional development for teachers. Contact Jana Baxter for more information.

Media Coordinator Role-Alike Meetings

The AIU holds quarterly media coordinator role-alike trainings for district media specialists/librarians. Information about technology integration in schools is presented and discussed. Contact Jana Baxter for more information.

Online Learning Professional Development

The AIU provides training focused on the creation of courses using a learning management system, such as Google Classroom, Schoology, Canvas and other systems used by districts. The focus will be either an asynchronous or a blended environment. Contact Jana Baxter for more information.

Technology Coordinator Role-Alike Meetings

The AIU holds monthly technology coordinator role-alike meetings that are designed to provide updates, best practices, and a forum for discussion for both new and experienced school district technology administrators. A variety of topics are discussed, including online learning, educational technologies, county-wide service networks, and other technology initiatives. Contact Rich Platts for more information.

Additional tech-focused professional development opportunities are available on the Technology Education & Innovations page.