Showbie on iPad
Everything you need to know about Showbie
From assignments to collaboration and communication, Showbie helps teachers and pupils bring their classes together in one simple, easy to use app so that teachers can focus on the teaching and not the technology.
At the end of this session, teachers will feel more confident using the app while understanding how to use the essential tools for assignments, feedback and communication, without the need for paper.
Your Trainer
Originally an additional support needs secondary school teacher, Chris is now a digital learning consultant for XMA. He has previously taught in schools in both Scotland and China, both in the state and independent sectors. Chris is a Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert, Master Trainer and Microsoft Certified Educator. He was previously an MIE Fellow for Scotland and was awarded MIE Expert of the Year for Scotland 2019-20.
Chris works with XMA and partners extensively on developing new resources, materials and tools for Professional Learning. Chris champions the use of technology to support inclusion and accessibility through a variety of digital tools available on iPads. He is also hugely passionate about empowering and amplifying student and educator voice. Chris is currently an 'Accessibility and Inclusive Design' Advisory Board Member for Flipgrid as well as a Flipgrid Student Voice Ambassador and Grid Guide. He is also a Wakelet Ambassador and Community Leader.
When he's not working with teachers and leaders, Chris can be found on his cycle or playing board games with his three young daughters. He is also a Cubs Scout Leader in Glasgow as well as a black tag at Tae Kwon Do.