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Embracing Failure and Encouraging Resilience
Presented by Opal Davis Dawson, Faculty, ASCD
CANCELED- Exploring Mind Mapping in EDU: An Essential Tool for Lesson Planning, Project-Based Learning, and Writing
Presented by Donnie Piercey, 2021 Kentucky Teacher of the Year
Moderated by Joyce Whitby, SVP North America, Ideamapper, Inc.
How Climate Education Is Being Taught: A Report from the Field
Presented by Katie Worth, Investigative Reporter
Ensure Sensemaking in Math with Mindful Problem Solving for Reflective Inquiry-Based Learning
Presented by Michele Lynch, M.Ed., National Content Specialist, Heinemann Publishing
Science of Teaching Reading: Explicit Instruction, Universal Design for Learning, and Technology/Digital Tools
Presented by Irma Brasseur-Hock, Ph.D., Program Director, University of Kansas Department of Special Education Online Programs, and Assistant Research Professor, University of Kansas Center for Research on Learning; James Basham, Ph.D., Professor, Department of Special Education at the University of Kansas; and Sean Smith, Ph.D., Professor, Department of Special Education at the University of Kansas
A Fresh Take on Media Literacy in the Era of AI
Presented by Katie McNamara, Teacher Librarian at North High School (CA), and Program Director at Fresno Pacific University; and Lori Lynch, VP of Professional Learning, Britannica Education
IEP Tips for Students with Complex Support Needs
Presented by Andrea Ruppar, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Department of Rehabilitation Psychology and Special Education, University of Wisconsin–Madison; and Jennifer Kurth, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Department of Special Education, University of Kansas
How Performance Tasks Can Improve Your Students’ Learning Outcomes in Math
Presented by Jay McTighe, Author and Consultant, McTighe and Associates Consulting; Jay Meadows, CEO, Exemplars; and Brendan Scribner, Director of Implementation and Success, Exemplars
Connect Students to Their Community Using Journalistic Learning and In-Class Interviews
Presented by Bo Brusco, Communications Manager, Journalistic Learning Initiative; Ed Madison, Co-Founder and Executive Director, Journalistic Learning Initiative; and Melissa Wantz, Instructional Design Consultant, Journalistic Learning Initiative
Redesigning Teacher Evaluation Systems
Presented by Dr. Michael Hinojosa, Former Superintendent, Dallas Independent School District (TX) and Cobb County School District (GA), and Current Chief Impact Officer, engage2learn; and Dr. Chris Everett, Chief Strategy Officer, engage2learn
How Diverse Language Experiences Shape Learning: The Cognitive Outcomes of Bilingualism and Literacy Development
Presented by Dr. Young-Suk Kim, Professor and Senior Associate Dean, School of Education, University of California, Irvine; Dr. Gigi Luk, Associate Professor, Department of Educational and Counseling Psychology, Centre for Research on Brain, Language, and Music, McGill University; Dr. Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan, President, Valley Speech Language and Learning Center; and Dr. Raj Chattergoon, Director of Efficacy Research, Lexia Learning
Moderated by Cassandra Wheeler, Director of Lexia LETRS® State Success, Lexia Learning
Inspired by Nature: Designing Play Places for the Littlest Learners
Presented by Dr. Sandra Duncan, International Consultant on Environments for Young Children
Moderated by Dr. Laura Wilhelm, Vice President for Professional Learning, Kaplan Early Learning Company
Teaching and Learning Through the Lens of Your Students
Presented by Javier Zamora, Author; Dr. Simran Jeet Singh, Executive Director, Aspen Institute’s Program on Religion & Society, and Author; and Dr. Tatiana Rivadeneyra, Program Director of Teacher Education and Assistant Professor, Alliant International University
Youth Vaping Prevention: Tools and Strategies to Use in Your Classroom and Community
Presented by Amy Taylor, Chief of Community Engagement, Truth Initiative; Rachael Perez, Community Prevention Coordinator, Johnson County Mental Health Center; and Matthew Johnson, Director of Athletics and Activities, Drug-Free Schools Liaison, Olathe Public Schools (KS)
Supporting Diverse Multilingual Learners: An Asset-Based Approach
Presented by Dr. Lizzy Cashiola, Associate Director of Regional Research, Houston Education Research Consortium (HERC), Rice University’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research; Andrea Bitner, ELL Educator, Author, and Speaker, Interboro School District (PA); Dr. José Viana, Senior Education Advisor, Lexia Learning; and Breanna Guzman, Senior Language Product Specialist, Lexia Learning
Moderated by Cassandra Wheeler, Director of Lexia LETRS® State Success, Lexia Learning
Checking In On School Climate
Presented by Byron Adams, Vice President, Tripod Education, a Scholarus Learning Company; Michael Fournier, Superintendent of Schools, Bedford School District (NH); and Victor Cota, Director of Equity and Inclusion, St. Margaret’s Episcopal School (CA)
Propelling Progress Post-Conference: How to Drive Momentum with Families
Presented by Wendy Young, Third Grade Teacher, Fayette County Public Schools (KY); and Paige DeLozier, Engagement Marketing Manager, TalkingPoints
4 Skills Every Reader Needs to Comprehend Informational Text
Presented by Kristina Smekens, President, Lead Consultant, Smekens Education