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OPEN FOR ALL EDUCATORS Google Educators Groups Join other educators in your region or area of interest who are exploring how to use technology to make an impact. Learn more 1 Communities for primary and secondary leaders Global communities designed to support and connect senior education leaders who seek to transform their schools through technology. OPEN ROLE-BASED COMMUNITY ELP K12 Leader Building a community of education leaders that make instruction, curriculum, and pedagogy decisions for primary and secondary education. No entry requirements. Learn more OPEN ROLE-BASED COMMUNITY ELP K12 Admin Cultivating a community of experienced leaders that make technology decisions for primary and secondary education. No entry requirements. Learn more APPLICATION REQUIRED Google for Education Reference Program Leaders from Google for Education Reference Institutions gain access to an exclusive community of like-minded professionals. Program membership is by invitation-only. Learn more 1 2 3 Communities for higher education leaders Bringing together faculty, researchers, and leadership from higher education institutions around the world to connect and engage with each other and technical experts. OPEN ROLE-BASED COMMUNITY Google Higher Ed Faculty Groups Join a community for higher education faculty and curriculum designers built around collaboration and learning in an AI-enabled world. Learn more OPEN ROLE-BASED COMMUNITY ELP Higher Ed This community is for faculty and educational leaders at higher education institutions to explore how to use Google tools to support their work. No entry requirements. Learn more APPLICATION REQUIRED Google for Education Reference Program Leaders from Gemini for Education Reference Institutions gain access to an exclusive community of like-minded professionals. Membership is by invitation-only. Learn more 1 2 3 Communities for certified experts Google for Education Champions are experts who belong to one of four certified communities. Each certification recognizes educators for their work using Google tools to impact education. APPLICATION REQUIRED Certified Innovator This certified community inspires transformation by advocating for others to transform teaching & learning through Google tools, and leading progress toward the future of education. Learn more APPLICATION REQUIRED Certified Trainer This certified community enables transformation by training groups of educators to transform teaching & learning with Google tools in one-to-many settings. Learn more APPLICATION REQUIRED Certified Coach This certified community personalizes transformation through one-to-one coaching and relationship building. Learn more APPLICATION REQUIRED Certified GEG Leader This Google Educator Group Leader community leads transformation by empowering a community to explore technology's potential to improve teaching and learning, and unlocking opportunities for professional growth. Learn more APPLICATION REQUIRED Google for Education Reference Program Leaders from Reference Institutions gain access to an exclusive community of like-minded professionals. Program membership is by invitation-only. Learn more 1 2 3 4 5 Fellowship programs Explore exclusive fellowship opportunities for top faculty leaders and influential pioneers of AI. APPLICATION REQUIRED Google & GSV Higher Ed Leader Fellowship Explore an opportunity for higher education professionals at the top of their field to drive systemic change through high-level collaboration, innovation, and impact. Learn more APPLICATION REQUIRED Google & GSV K-12 Ed Leader Fellowship Explore an opportunity for elite K-12 education professionals to collaborate, innovate, and drive systematic change for real impact. Learn more APPLICATION REQUIRED Higher Ed Faculty AI Fellowship A global community of instructional faculty and thought leaders shaping the future of responsible AI adoption. Learn more 1 2 3 “My personal & professional perspective has been completely reshaped by Google's Innovator program. It has provided me with a family of brilliant thinkers and creators, and given me a new understanding of how to solve problems with empathy and love, both locally and globally.” Krynica Drake Chicago 2024 “Feeling a sense of belonging is such a powerful force. Get connected and stay connected to this incredible network where one can find inspiration, explore ideas, and gain perspective. You are going to feel the love!” Michael R. McCormick Superintendent, Val Verde Unified School District “I am very excited to participate in this community to learn alongside and collaborate with educational leaders across the country to consider how we can be thought partners on ways to address some of education’s most pressing issues.” Raynise Smith Chief Program Officer, Thrive Scholars “I am excited about AI and Google! I believe technology has the potential to personalize learning, empower educators, and create a more engaging and effective learning experience for every student in K-12 education.” Dr. Aleigha Henderson-Rosser Assistant Superintendent of Instructional Technology, Atlanta Public Schools 1 2 3 4 More ways to engage and learn Keep your communities engaged and up to date on the latest from Google for Education. LEARNING CENTERBuild your Google skills Learn more CERTIFICATIONSGet certified Learn more RESOURCESGet updates Sign up Find answers to common questions What do I need to do to become a member of the Google Educator Group? Navigate to the Google for Education Community Platform, create your profile if you are not already a member, and select the box: “Google Educator Group.” How do I become a member of the global Ed Leadership Program (ELP)? Navigate to Google for Education Community Platforms site: https://www.googleforeducommunity.com/ Select: Create an account Complete the registration form (which will be your profile) In the "Email" field, be sure to use your personal Gmail address. Select the Ed Leadership Program Hub. Select the box to join the community that best fits your role: Admin Community (designated for Technology Leaders) Leader Community (designated for Education Leaders) Higher Ed Community (designated for HE Leaders and Admin) What is the difference between Google Educator Groups and the Google Educator Community? These Google Educator Groups (GEGs) are open communities for educators to explore the Google tools. Most are regionally based but some are global, and organized by topic. The Google Educator Community is the platform – an online forum that allows a virtual space for open communities like GEGs to meet and collaborate. I am interested in joining the Reference Program. Where can I learn more? The Reference Program is an invite-only program that recognizes independent schools, districts, colleges, and universities that exhibit deep, system-wide adoption of Google for Education tools and programs. Learn more by visiting the Reference Program page linked above. Is it possible for GEG Leaders to also be ELP Facilitators? Yes, as long as they meet the ELP Facilitator profile: ”C” / Senior level leader (decision maker) for an education institution & current Google Workspace customer. 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