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Why Do We Need a Chief Innovation Officer?
A leadership panel hosted by Dr. Gabe Soumakian, Retired Superintendent, Ventura County (CA) with Ryan Imbriale, Executive Director, Department of Innovative Learning, Baltimore County Public Schools (MD); Dr. Devin Vodicka, Superintendent of Schools, Vista Unified (CA); and Tom Murray, Director of Innovation, Future Ready Schools (DC) Sponsored by Learning Bird WATCH THE WEBINAR RECORDING If… read more →
Implementing a Personalized PD Program in Your District
In this webinar, Rachel will demonstrate how she uses edWeb’s social and learning network and the PD webinars that edWeb provides to make professional learning more relevant, more continuous, more collaborative, and more fun!
Documenting Research: The New 8th Edition of the MLA Handbook
In April 2016, the Modern Language Association released the 8th edition of its Handbook for researchers. In this informative session, participants will learn about the changes, and how MLA streamlined citation guidelines. There is good news! Join us to learn more.
Age-Appropriate Computer Science for K-5 Students: Strategies and Resources for Your Classroom
In this webinar, Lori Fields, Associate Director of Engagement for Project Lead The Way (PLTW), and Rebecca Reed, PLTW Regional K-5 PLTW Launch Trainer, will share successful strategies and real-world classroom examples for introducing computer science at the elementary level.
Understanding and Treating the Behavior of Students with Autism
Students with autism present many unique challenges within a classroom environment. At the core of the diagnosis are deficits/delays in the areas of socialization, communication, and sensory functioning that can result in inappropriate and maladaptive behavior.
How to Support Dyslexic Students in Your School
One in five students has dyslexia - that translates to 20% of the student population. What might be seen as laziness or acting out in reality is a student inwardly struggling with reading, writing, and spelling. Learn more about why students struggle, what to look for, and how to support dyslexic students in your district with appropriate accommodations and interventions.
Create an Amazing Classroom Environment that Connects to Your “New” Children
An effectively designed classroom environment positively influences what children learn, how they feel about their involvement, and how they use the materials that are included in their classroom.
K-5 Students’ Natural Curiosity: The Key to True STEM Learning
In this webinar, Ginger Teague, Director of Professional Development at Project Lead The Way (PLTW), and Emily Schaefer, K-5 STEM educator in Crystal Lake, IL will discuss how an Activity-, Project-, Problem-Based—or APB —instructional approach can empower teachers to create an exciting STEM learning experience as early as kindergarten
Using Neuroscience to Improve Learning Fractions
In this presentation, we will take an easy-to-digest look into how the brain processes mathematical information to gain a better understanding of how we can optimize learning fractions and other mathematical topics more generally.
Step-by-Step: Lesson Planning Using Universal Design for Learning
In this webinar, Dr. Ralabate will walk you through the process of applying Universal Design for Learning to effective lesson planning.
Putting Manipulatives to Work Part 3: Developing Algebra Understanding and Skills in Grades 6-9 with Algebra Tiles and Algeblocks
In part three of our three part series, Dr. Sara Delano Moore will share manipulatives which help students develop conceptual foundations for integers, expressions, and equations.
Using Technology to Teach Pre-Reading Skills to Pre-K-2 Children
Join this webinar to learn how to use technology to engage young students as they learn the skills required to be successful readers. During this live, interactive event, Sarah Rich will show you how to help your students master the foundational skills needed to prepare them for reading.
Start the School Year Off Right Using Technology to Drive Learning
In June, ISTE released an updated version of its ISTE Standards for Students, which provide a blueprint for learning with technology.Join us for a compelling and practical introduction to the 2016 ISTE Standards for Students!
Personalized and Adaptive Math Learning: Recent Research and What It Means for Your Students
In this webinar, Dr. Tim Hudson, Vice President of Learning at DreamBox Learning, will share the latest research of adaptive math programs. He’ll discuss recent research findings and the methodological considerations that are used for studying the impact of these programs.
Supporting Young Learners with Autism
In this webinar based on her Gryphon House publication, Practical Strategies for Supporting Young Learners with Autism Spectrum Disorders, author Tricia Shelton will share instructional strategies that lead to the successful inclusion of students with ASD in early childhood classrooms.
Character Day: A Global Event for Exploring Social and Emotional Learning through Films, Discussions
Emmy-nominated filmmaker and founder of the Webby Awards Tiffany Shlain will speak about Character Day, a movement that unites people from all over the world to discuss these ideas.
Assistive Technology for Struggling Readers
From apps to software to cloud-based cross-platform supports, this webinar will explore tools that can aid struggling readers
Technology Basics for the Autism Classroom: Tips and Tricks to Start the School Year Off Right
Join Lauren Stafford, Vice President of Research and Instructional Design at Monarch Teaching Technologies, as she provides tech tips and tricks for starting the first day of school with confidence.