Consultant, Speaker, Workshop Facilitator, Writer & Technology Action Hero available for hire. Topics on:Blended LearningRemote Learning21st Century LeadershipCommunity connectionsEffective Technology IntegrationDigital BalanceSocial Media Interactive Learning ChallengesProfessional DevelopmentFlexible Learning Spaces1:1 DevicesThe Digital Brain

I'm excited to launch my latest book Ready, Set, FAIL! This book is a guide for educators looking to unlock creativity via risk-taking and failure. Students won't take risks if teachers don't take risks. Teachers won't take risks if leaders don't take risks.Thanks to XFactorEDU for taking a risk and publishing this!

This is a social network built for educators by educators. Over the course of the pandemic, educators have become more isolated than ever. The few instances that used to exist for collaboration have diminished, while the pressure on the whole K12 system has increased. Recognizing this trend, dedicated educators Dr. Matthew X. Joseph, Carl Hooker, and Suzy Brooks, saw the need for an authentic social network to help connect teachers, staff, and administrators, and have launched K12Leaders.com… Show more This is a social network built for educators by educators. Over the course of the pandemic, educators have become more isolated than ever. The few instances that used to exist for collaboration have diminished, while the pressure on the whole K12 system has increased. Recognizing this trend, dedicated educators Dr. Matthew X. Joseph, Carl Hooker, and Suzy Brooks, saw the need for an authentic social network to help connect teachers, staff, and administrators, and have launched K12Leaders.com. K12LEADERS is a professional network designed specifically to magnify the leadership potential of everyone involved in K12 education through the sustainable development of community, content, and learning opportunities. Teachers, staff, and administrators from any corner of the school house or district are welcome to join and to support their K12 colleagues through general discussion, specific working groups, or more involved articles and research. Visit K12Leaders.com to learn more. Show less

I’m currently a K12 Senior Advisor for multiple companies in the Ed Tech space including:ClasslinkLineWizeBulb, inc

Part of the Institutes Leadership Team, leading the IT Strand focus.

We run a group of global educational influencers to help raise awareness of like-minded companies in the K-12 space. This network includes bloggers, international speakers, and social media influencers using a variety of platforms like Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Clubhouse, Snapchat, Instagram, newsletters, and more.

Low cost STEM with an artistic twist!

The newest edition to Rainey St brings chilled grooves and Caribbean flavor!

This is my self-paced online course all about teaching and learning in remote or hybrid environments.

This is the rebranding/evolution of the event formerly known as iPadpalooza. This 2-day learning festival takes place at Westlake High School every year in June.Go to http://thelearningfestival.com for more information.

I spent 13 years with this district in a variety of roles. From campus technology coordinator at an elementary campus to Virtualization Cooridnator to Director of Instructional Technology and eventually Director of Innovation & Digital Learning. My primarily role here was centered around the effective integration of technology with teaching and learning. During my tenure here the district launched and maintained one of the most effective 1:1 learning programs in the country.

I’m excited to announce that my book series Mobile Learning Mindset is available for purchase through Amazon! This book series consists 6 books, each focusing on a different area of focus for anyone implementing or supporting a mobile device initiative. The first two books focus on district and campus leadership. The third book focuses on instructional coaches and professional learning. Book 4 focuses on the classroom teacher and learning environment while integrating mobile devices. One… Show more I’m excited to announce that my book series Mobile Learning Mindset is available for purchase through Amazon! This book series consists 6 books, each focusing on a different area of focus for anyone implementing or supporting a mobile device initiative. The first two books focus on district and campus leadership. The third book focuses on instructional coaches and professional learning. Book 4 focuses on the classroom teacher and learning environment while integrating mobile devices. One other major aspect of a mobile device initiative is educating the parents, which is the focus of book 5. The final book delves into ways IT departments can help support mobile learning.For more information check out my Author's page on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Carl-Hooker/e/B071Y3KWMN Show less

I'm currently available for some part-time consultant, trainer and presenter through EdTechTeacher.org. Delivering PD on a variety of topics from Google to 1:1 iPads.

I used to DJ and MC weddings for friends, friends of friends, and people who find me via social media. Fun times that come in handy from time to time...

I run this technology based camp through Eanes ISD Summer program. The camp specializes in three courses:Website DevelopmentDigital Photography and PhotoshopandYoung Film Making.It's a 3-hour a day camp that meets in one-week segments. I've hired teenagers to help with the kids, which ages range from 7-11.

Computer Lab instructor of K-5 students in a Macintosh lab. I also helped with the integration of technology in the regular ed classroom.