edWebers were “twitterpated” with this month’s TechTools webinar presented by Shannon Holden. In this lively session all about Twitter for teachers, participants learned how to effectively develop their skills and careers in 140 characters or less. The hour long session was full of great ideas and suggestions for any twitter user. Veterans and newbies alike conversed eagerly as Shannon shared tips and… read more →
In this interactive webinar presenter Sara Moore discussed the State Standards as they relate to 6th and 7th grade math, as well as how these lessons carry over into 8th grade. Not only did Sara share examples that made ratio’s tangible, but participants also chatted amongst each other offering ideas of their own! “If it took 7 hours to… read more →
Presented By John J. Ratey, MD, Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, Research Synthesizer, Speaker, and best selling Author In This Session While exercise in good for the body, Dr. John J. Ratey, MD, argues it is more important for the brain, especially when it comes to students in the classroom. Join… read more →
Presented by Dr. Daniel Gallagher, Assistant Superintendent of the Bound Brook School District in New Jersey Sponsored by NASSP, NAESP, and School Leadership Briefing About this Session As educators, we desire to personalize education for a new generation in a global world – teaching students 21st century skills to empower them in their learning is the paramount task for… read more →
Hosted by George Debakey, organizer of the edGlobal community and webinar series. Presented by Ken Walsh, Associate Consultant, Cambridge Education, UK; Susan Jowett, Principal at the George Spencer Academy; and Paul Hynes, Vice-Principal at the George Spencer Academy. The education reforms in England have given schools and school principals a great deal of autonomy. Over two-thirds of secondary… read more →
Presented by LaDawna Harrington, School Library Media Specialist, Millburn High School in New Jersey. Sponsored by Library Media Connection How do we create an environment of inquiry? Perhaps by walking alongside our students as they process through their information seeking, much as a mentor would accompany an apprentice? Learn how to help students through the… read more →