Trainer Connections Online Resources

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Training Length Calculator

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Trainers Authoring Toolbox

View this curated directory of Authoring tools and AI tools (many FREE), places to find content (images, audio, video clips, etc), as well as links to educational guides and courses, and educational technology organizations.

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July 2025 – Create High Quality Professional Development as an Independent Study

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January 2025 – Lights, Camera, Action: Unleash Creativity with Easy Online Video Tools

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November 2024 – Refresh, Relax, Renew

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September 2024 – Discovering a Growth Mindset

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July 2024 – Scaffolding Training

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May 2024 – An Introduction to the World of Podcasts

Where to Listen to Podcasts

Podcast Authoring and Hosting

Suggested Podcasts

Search for these in your favorite podcast player.

  • Out of Ratio
  • Creative Training Techniques
  • Self-Care for Educators
  • Train Like You Listen
  • The Early Childhood Nerd
  • The Everything ECE Podcast

March 2024 – Tips and Tricks for Training Planning

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January 2024 – Powerful Proof: Data and Digital Badging

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November 2023 – Let’s Talk Marketing

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October 2023 – Storytelling

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August 2023 – Picture Perfect

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June 2023 – Tech Playground: Using Flip for Video Discussions

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May 2023 – Trainers Institute Recap

April 2023 – Trainer Observations

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March 2023 – Simple Tools for Engagement and Learning

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January 2023 – Content Review Games You Won’t Forget

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November 2022 – School Age Training Needs

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October 2022 – Refresh Self Care

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September 2022 – Let the Games Begin

August 2022 – Closings that Complete the Learning Cycle

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July 2022 – Build Your Business by using Evaluations to prove Transfer of Learning

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June 2022 – Synchronous Hybrid Training

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May 2022 – Trainers Institute Recap

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April 2022 – Grow Your Confidence as a Presenter

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March 2022 – Using QR Codes in Training

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February 2022 – Refresh with Reputable Resources

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June 2021 – Incorporating Music Into Training

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February 2021 – Beef Up Your Training with Debriefs

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January 2021 – Energizers!

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