S12 E2: Unlocking Student Potential with Corgi: A Digital Organizer for Deeper Learning

In this episode of Practical Access, hosts Lisa Dieker and Rebecca Hines explore innovative educational tools with guest Bryan Dean, an innovation specialist at CAST. They focus on Corgi, a free digital graphic organizer designed to enhance student collaboration, engagement, and critical thinking. Built on a Google platform, Corgi includes features such as embedded teacher instructions, multimedia integration, and flexible permissions. Whether for middle school science projects or other subjects, Corgi’s versatility helps students visualize their ideas, collaborate, and easily revise their work. Bryan also shares how Corgi can be utilized by parents, homeschoolers, and pre-service teachers to foster deeper learning. If you're seeking a user-friendly, flexible tool to organize thoughts and lessons, this episode offers a fantastic introduction to Corgi’s potential in the classroom and beyond. We love to hear from our listeners! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. We look forward to receiving your questions on Twitter (@Accesspractical) or Instagram (@Practical_Access). Corgi website: https://corgi2.cast.org/login