Position: Instructional Design Coach
School: Forward Edge/Bethel-Tate
Years as an Educator: 12
Fun/Zany/Interesting fact: Lives on a 100-acre family farm, played D1 basketball, and is an avid shoe collector.
Favorite Book Creator Feature: The versatility -- the way it allows students to express their ideas visually and interactively.
Memorable moments and visual elements
One of the most memorable moments was when our 6th graders worked on the Junior EduGuardians project using Book Creator. They were tasked with creating their own superheroes, complete with backstories, superpowers, and even trading cards.
The excitement in the room was electric as students shared their creations with each other. The visual elements they added—superheroes and sidekicks that represented themselves—showed a level of creativity and engagement I hadn’t seen before. Seeing them collaborate and then proudly showcase their books to the entire school was truly a Yeehaw Moment!
Goals and aspirations for the upcoming year
My goal for the upcoming year is to continue expanding the reach of the Junior EduGuardians project, making it a global 'All About Me' initiative that empowers students to creatively express their identities through superhero personas. I believe this project has the potential to inspire students worldwide, helping them build confidence and a sense of belonging from the very start of the school year.
Locally, within my school district, I aim to foster a culture of creativity and mentorship by using Book Creator to turn middle school students into authors. I want them to design and write engaging children's books that our 1st graders can enjoy, bridging the gap between grade levels and creating a collaborative learning experience.
This initiative will not only boost literacy and creativity but also instill a sense of community and accomplishment in our students as they see their work being read by younger students.
Book Creator fosters creativity and collaboration; it encourages students to work together, share their ideas, and build on each other's creativity.Farmer Faubs
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Hotler joined Book Creator as the Education Community Manager in February, 2023. He has 15 years of experience in education as a teacher, coach, and consultant in North America and Europe. His mission is to build and empower communities of educators who are passionate about teaching with Book Creator.
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