Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ EdGuru Premier Gold

How is EdGuru different from other online professional development (OPD) platforms?

There are no OPD platforms that provide all the services EdGuru does. When you compare EdGuru prices to companies that have individual components, the cost for EdGuru products is much lower. Lastly, EdGuru products are built on sound, proven research to maximize the effectiveness of the participant learning process.

What are the benefits of using EdGuru Premier Gold?

Empowering Principals and Teachers
EdGuru Premier Gold allows principals and teachers to choose which tasks to master to improve their professional performance. They can complete the tasks according to their time and busy schedules.

More Affordable
Compared to traditional professional development for teachers, EdGuru’s online professional development (OPD) courses are more cost-efficient.

Differentiated Professional Development
To achieve maximum effectiveness, EdGuru’s online courses are differentiated based on the educator’s’ specific needs.

Flexibility
Teachers can access EdGuru courses any time they want and still get the full benefit of professional instruction.

Versatility
The content within the EdGuru OPD courses is updated monthly, so it is always relevant to current, effective teaching trends.

Technologically compatible
The EdGuru courses are designed to be compatible with all devices, which allows participants to learn on the go or from the comfort of their home.

Easy to Access
Since all resources of the EdGuru OPD program are on a cloud platform, participants do not need to download software to use the EdGuru platform.

Not Time Consuming
The EdGuru OPD courses are short but effective for maximum retention.

Exclusive Resources
The articles and videos created for EdGuru are made using an internal systematic process to create resources that are as unique as they are effective.

Computer Literacy of User Improves
Educators participating in the EdGuru OPD courses improve their computer literacy.

How often are resources updated?

Resources are updated monthly.

How is usage monitored?

EdGuru usage is monitored by an on-site manager who readily has access to participant usage reports. Up to 120 reports on participant usage can be generated manually or automatically.

How does an administrator know participants are completing the assigned professional development courses?

Administrators can monitor usage manually or automatically.

Can participants receive a report on their usage?

Participants are able to track their progress and generate certificates for completed courses.

Can participants be locked out for inactivity?

Once they begin a session, participants will have a specific amount of time to complete it. After a period of inactivity, they will be locked out.

Can you take notes on EdGuru videos or articles?

Participants are able to type notes about the video. The notes are then bookmarked.
Notes can be typed in a designated section on the articles, or participants can cut and paste notes from the articles. Notes are then bookmarked.

Is there some type of discount offered?

Discounts are offered for multiple EdGuru Premier Gold licenses of 50 or more. Just email info@edguru.co and state the number of licenses you would like to purchase. Include in the email your contact name, position, and phone number.

Is there any software to download?

No software needs to be downloaded. All resources are housed on the EdGuru server in a cloud state.

What areas are resources created around?

Resources are created around the following areas to allow access across grade levels and subject areas.
Assessment
Classroom management
Differentiation
Gifted & Talented
Learning centers
Literacy
Multiple Intelligences
New Administrator
New Teacher
Research
Special education
Student Engagement
Technology
Other

Are the resources applicable to all educators in a building?

The resources are applicable to all educators, regardless of subject, in a building.

Who will have access to generating user reports?

A designated person will be assigned the role at your discretion within your building/organization to have the capability to generate reports. An EdGuru salesperson will thoroughly train the chosen designee.

What system is there for teachers to apply their learning?

There is an action plan that participants can complete showing evidence of applicability for the articles or videos. Participants must also take a quiz connected to the videos.

Can a supervisor assign some individuals specific skills from the list to focus on growth?

A supervisor or his/her designee can assign viewers specific skills for them to focus on.

Do users have to be computer literate to use the platform?

The use of the dashboard interface is very simple. Participants don’t have to have a high level of computer competency to navigate the resources.

How are the resources differentiated?

All resources are created to address the different levels from beginner to expert.

What training will be provided by EdGuru?

A certain number of hours are allotted to train all staff by an EdGuru representative by way of distance learning technology. Email and phone support will also be provided.

Can training be tailored to individuals?

Yes, training material is created to differentiate the levels from beginner to expert.

What is EdGuru Premier?

EdGuru Premier consists of online professional development resources for groups.

How do I know the resources are useful?

A course effectiveness score is generated for all resources by participants. Once another participant logs in, they can see how a resource they might be interested in, is rated by other viewers.

FAQ EdGuru Premier

How is EdGuru different from other online professional development (OPD) platforms?

There are no OPD platforms that provide all the services EdGuru does. When you compare EdGuru prices to companies that have individual components, the cost of EdGuru products is much lower. Lastly, EdGuru products are built on sound, proven research to maximize the effectiveness of the participant learning process.

What are the benefits of using EdGuru Premier?

Empowering Principals and Teachers
EdGuru Basic allows principals and teachers to choose which tasks to master to improve their professional performance. They can complete the tasks according to their time and busy schedules.

More Affordable
Compared to traditional professional development for teachers, EdGuru’s online professional development (OPD) courses are more cost efficient.
Differentiated Professional Development
To achieve maximum effectiveness, EdGuru’s online courses are differentiated based on the educator’s’ specific needs.

Flexibility
Teachers can access EdGuru courses any time they want and still get the full benefit of professional instruction.

Versatility
The content within the EdGuru OPD courses is updated monthly, so it is always relevant to current, effective teaching trends.

Technologically compatible
The EdGuru courses are designed to be compatible with all devices, which allows participants to learn on the go or from the comfort of their home.

Easy to Access
Since all resources of the EdGuru OPD program are on a cloud platform, participants do not need to download software to use the EdGuru platform.

Not Time Consuming
The EdGuru OPD courses are short but effective for maximum retention.

Exclusive Resources
The articles and videos created for EdGuru are made using an internal systematic process to create resources that are as unique as they are effective.

Computer Literacy of User Improves
Educators participating in the EdGuru OPD courses improve their computer literacy.

How often are resources updated?

Resources are updated monthly.

Can participants receive a report on their usage?

Participants are able to track their progress and generate certificates for completed resources.

Can participants be locked out for inactivity?

Once they begin a session, participants will have a specific amount of time to complete it. After a period of inactivity, they will be logged out.

Is there any software to download?

No software needs to be downloaded. All resources are housed on the EdGuru server in a cloud state.

What areas are resources created around?

Resources are created around the following areas to allow for across the grade level and subject area use.
Assessment
Classroom management
Differentiation
Gifted & Talented
Learning centers
Literacy
Multiple Intelligences
New Administrator
New Teacher
Research
Special education
Student Engagement
Technology
Other

Are the resources applicable to all educators in a building?

The resources are applicable to all educators in a building.

What system is there for teachers to apply their learning?

There is an action plan that participants can complete showing evidence of applicability for the articles or videos.

Can I select specific skills from the list to focus on growth?

You can select up to assign viewers specific skills for them to focus on.

Do users have to be computer literate to use the platform?

The use of the dashboard interface is very simple. Participants don’t have to have a high level of computer competency to navigate the resources.

How are the resources differentiated?

All resources are created to address the different levels from beginner to expert.

What training will be provided by EdGuru?

You will receive email support for 1 month after purchasing a subscription.

Can training be tailored to individuals?

Yes, training material is created to differentiate the levels from beginner to experts.

What is EdGuru Basic?

EdGuru Basic consists of online professional development resources for individuals.

How do I know the resources are useful?

A course effectiveness score is generated for all resources by participants that use that resource. Once another participant logs in, they can see how a resource they might be interested in, is rated by other viewers.

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