One of the most important duties of teachers is creating inclusive learning environments, which often requires using technology. In the edLeader Panel “Inclusive Learning Environments: Simple Tech Solutions, Big Impact,” experts discussed creating inclusive learning environments and how incorporating technology can have profound impacts on students.
Presented by Steve Spangler, STEM Educator and Television Host, Steve Spangler, Inc.
Presented by Dr. Kara Carpenter, Co-Founder, Teachley; Carrie Moy, Program Manager, The ASSISTments Foundation; and Dr. Li Cheng, Research Scientist, Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Presented by Bethany Lockhart Johnson, Elementary Educator and Co-Host of the Math Teacher Lounge podcast
Presented by Brian Thomas, Former Classroom Teacher, Current National Account Manager, TCI
Presented by Kara Ball, Academic Officer, Teacher Created Materials
Presented by Dr. Jeff Dillon, Superintendent, Wilder School District (ID); Melissa Dilling, CTE Coordinator, Marysville School District (WA); and Terry Thoren, CEO, Wonder Media
Presented by Sue Thotz, Director of Education Outreach, Common Sense Education; Paul Valente, Facility Automation Architect, Chicago Public Schools (IL); and Madeleine Mortimore, Global Education Innovation Lead, Logitech
Moderated by Keith Krueger, CEO, Consortium for School Networking (CoSN)
Assessing student knowledge does not need to happen just at the end of the year—a practice that delivers data too late to enhance teaching and learning. Instead, assessing student progress throughout the year can substantially grow academic success.
Presented by Kirsten Weigert, Culture Coach, Sun Valley Middle and High Schools, Union County Public Schools (NC); and Britt White, VP of Sales and Customer Success, SmartPass
Moderated by Jim McVety, Managing Partner, First Step Advisors