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SUMMARY:Communicating with Students: Reaching a Forgotten Audience
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Lesley Bruinton\, APR\, Public Relations Coordinator\, Tuscaloosa City Schools\, AL \nSponsored by Blackboard \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nAs schools and districts seek to communicate with stakeholders\, we often go around the one audience central to our work: students. While we may communicate to students through their parents\, the effort is largely one way. This edWebinar challenges that paradigm to use strategic communication efforts to engage students using authentic two-way communication. \nThis recorded presentation will be of interest to PR and communication leaders\, superintendents\, principals\, and teachers. \nAbout the Presenter \nLesley Bruinton\, APR\, Public Relations Coordinator for Tuscaloosa City Schools in Alabama\, can usually be found brainstorming and selling a big idea\, much to the chagrin of those around her who know it will be a lot of work\, but a lot of fun! Her ideas come as quickly as her rapid-fire typing skills. Lesley is an Accredited in Public Relations practitioner with more than 15 years’ experience in television journalism and public relations. Her work has been recognized at the state\, regional\, and national levels. \n \nJoin the Family Engagement & Community Outreach in K-12 community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nAt Blackboard\, we’re shaping the future of education with big ideas that are transforming the face of education. Every day we’re helping millions of people around the world find new ways to learn\, connect and advance. With innovative technologies and solutions we’re bringing them closer to the knowledge they seek and the potential they can achieve.
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SUMMARY:Know Your Truth: Using Data as a Key Driver of Learning Contexts in Equity-Based MTSS
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Shawn Mahoney\, President\, Key Data Systems\, and Chief Learning Officer\, Illuminate Education \nSponsored by Illuminate Education \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nAs districts implement multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) across the nation\, many are running into logistical and practical challenges. We sometimes invest a great deal of time and resources in solving a problem that is actually symptomatic of a bigger challenge. \nIn this edWebinar\, take a holistic look at the nature of change\, including effective approaches to how MTSS and data can enlighten and inform learning. Watch the presenters discuss: \n\nThe criticality of defining a problem and clarity of focus\nKey shifts in technology and their impact on education contexts\nAn operational definition of MTSS\nHow MTSS can be a vehicle for equity\nHow data can turn into information and action\nHow to leverage foundational elements of systems of support to provide solutions for common MTSS challenges\n\nEducators have the power and opportunity to build district structures that are both support for MTSS and supported by MTSS. Leave with a new lens with which to view and approach your own challenges in implementing MTSS—and practical ideas about how to do so. This edWebinar will be of interest to K-12 teachers and school and district leaders.  \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Shawn Mahoney comes to Key Data Systems and Illuminate Education with diverse experience in education\, technology\, and leadership\, both inside and outside of the classroom. Prior to joining KDS\, Shawn served as SVP of Product Development and Chief Learning Officer for McGraw-Hill School Education\, and before that\, as VP of School Product Design Research and Efficacy at Pearson. Before joining Pearson\, Shawn served in public education for seven years. She was a classroom teacher\, promoted to Lead Literacy Specialist for the Office of Professional Development and Academics in Tucson Unified School District. \nShawn holds a B.A. in English and secondary education and an M.A. in bilingual and multicultural education from the University of Arizona. She completed her Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education where she was awarded the Intellectual Contribution and Faculty Tribute Award for the Technology\, Innovation\, and Education cohort. Shawn completed her Ph.D. in educational technology at Arizona State University. \n  \nJoin the Leadership and Innovation community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nIlluminate Education is the leading provider of formative assessment\, analytics\, and data visualization solutions for K-12 education. Serving more than 12 million students around the country\, we are committed to increasing the power of teaching and the delight of learning.
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SUMMARY:Making Mindfulness Work in Your School
DESCRIPTION:Presented by James Butler\, M.Ed.\, SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) Mindfulness Specialist\, Austin Independent School District\, TX \nSponsored by Free Spirit Publishing \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nBased on the unique experiences of presenter James Butler\, M.Ed.\, a former early childhood educator and current mindfulness specialist\, this edWebinar focuses on making mindfulness work in your school. Learn about the connection between mindfulness and self-care\, the basics of what mindfulness is and isn’t\, the importance of focusing on the adult first\, ideas for student and staff buy-in\, and simple strategies for using mindfulness in the classroom and in a schoolwide community. \nJames\, an educator for 16 years\, shares his personal experience of using mindfulness to help him deal with the stresses of life and education\, how he successfully implemented mindfulness practices with students from as young as four to high school seniors\, and how he helped an urban school district with 130 schools embrace mindfulness as a means to support social-emotional learning and growth for adults and students alike. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to preK-12 teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, and counselors\, as well as anyone interested in how to start mindfulness on their campus or in their classroom\, or how to grow the mindfulness practices that already exist. \nAbout the Presenter \nJames Butler\, M.Ed. has been teaching kindergarten and pre-kindergarten since 2002. He has a B.S. in education and early childhood from Indiana’s Manchester University and an M.Ed. in curriculum and instruction from Grand Canyon University. He is now the SEL (social-emotional learning) mindfulness specialist for the Austin Independent School District (AISD)\, working with teachers\, staff\, administrators\, parents\, and preK–12 students. During the 2016–2017 school year\, James helped implement a mindfulness curriculum in all 130 AISD campuses. He lives in Austin\, Texas. \n \nJoin the Social-Emotional Learning\, Positive Behavior\, and Student Achievement community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nFree Spirit is the leading publisher of learning tools that support young people’s social-emotional health and educational needs. We help children and teens think for themselves\, overcome challenges\, and make a difference in the world.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/studentachievement20190507/
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SUMMARY:Measuring and Sustaining Professional Learning Through Micro-Credentials
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Odelia Younge\, Senior Project Director\, Educator Micro-credentials\, Digital Promise\nHosted by Sierra Noakes\, Research Project Manager\, Digital Promise \nSponsored by Digital Promise \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nExplore the world of educator micro-credentials and how they can be used as powerful tools to support professional learning. In this edWebinar\, gain an understanding of the value of micro-credentials for measuring learning and how to integrate micro-credentials into professional development programs offered by districts\, schools of education\, and professional development providers. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to elementary through high school teachers\, school leaders\, and coaches.  \nAbout the Presenter \nOdelia Younge is the senior project director for educator micro-credentials at Digital Promise\, leading work on personalized\, competency-based professional learning through micro-credentials. Odelia is an equity champion and practitioner and dreams of new ways to bring about the promises of education. \n  \n  \nAbout the Host \nAt Digital Promise\, Sierra Noakes focuses on building districts’ and educators’ capacity to make evidence-based decisions around innovative programs and practices. In addition to conducting and supporting edtech pilot studies in collaboration with districts across the country\, Sierra is also working on research projects studying technology integration to support low-resourced K12 students and adult learners. Prior to joining Digital Promise\, Sierra was an applied behavior analysis instructor and curriculum coordinator at an autism center in New York. While working on her Master’s in Education Policy and Management from Harvard Graduate School of Education\, she also served as project manager and policy analyst for a nonprofit creating hybrid academic and SEL courses for students with Dyslexia and ADHD. Sierra received her B.A. in Government from Claremont McKenna College. \n \nJoin the Research and Evidence in Edtech community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nDigital Promise was created with the mission to accelerate innovation in education to improve opportunities to learn.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/research20190506/
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SUMMARY:Authentic Assessment in the Digital Age
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Matt Renwick\, Principal\, Mineral Point Unified School District\, WI\, and Author\nHosted by Siobhan Nordstrom\, Community Manager\, FreshGrade \nSponsored by FreshGrade \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nGrades\, test scores\, and levels communicate little about students’ potential or their disposition toward learning. Technology\, when used with intention\, can provide a more comprehensive picture of the whole child. Digital tools and products including video\, images\, apps\, and audio can capture evidence of learning in ways that enhance and even transform the school experience. \nIn this edWebinar\, explore a three-step process for using technology to effectively capture\, curate\, and communicate student work with peers\, families\, and the community. By implementing a more authentic approach to facilitating assessment in the classroom\, teachers can realize the true potential of technology in education. \nThis recorded presentation will be of interest to K-12 teachers and school and district leaders. \nAbout the Presenter \nMatt Renwick is a 19-year public educator who began as a 5th- and 6th-grade teacher in Rudolph\, WI. He now serves as an elementary principal for the Mineral Point Unified School District. Matt also teaches online graduate courses in curriculum design and instructional leadership for the University of Wisconsin-Superior. He tweets from @ReadByExample and writes for ASCD and Choice Literacy. \n  \nAbout the Host \nSiobhan Nordstrom is the community manager for FreshGrade and is certified in Adult Continuing Education. Over the last three years\, she has led dozens of professional development sessions all of which have impacted the way that educators communicate learning through eportfolios. Siobhan has extensive knowledge about the product and the various ways it is being used across the U.S. and Canada. \n \nJoin the TechTools for the Classroom community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nFounded in 2011\, FreshGrade was created by a dedicated team who saw a better way to show student achievement and progression. Today\, FreshGrade is used in over 120 countries worldwide. The portfolio and assessment platform helps educators\, parents\, and students have deeper conversations about learning. Do it all with just one tool: capture evidence\, give feedback\, and track progression through standards and custom objectives. FreshGrade encourages students to own their learning while engaging parents at every turn. Start a deeper conversation about learning at www.freshgrade.com.
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SUMMARY:Understanding Growth Models and How They Impact Teacher and School Evaluations
DESCRIPTION:Presented Dr. Stanley Rabinowitz\, Senior Technical Advisor\, Pearson; and Dr. Laura Cain\, Director\, Pearson School Assessment \nSponsored by Pearson School Assessments \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nStates and school districts are incorporating growth models into a range of accountability and evaluation systems at increasing rates. However\, there is no single universally accepted growth model. This edWebinar explores the following key questions: \n\nWhat are the characteristics of appropriate assessments to measure student growth?\nWhat factors are used to measure growth?\nWhat are the various types of growth models being used in schools?\nWhat technical criteria should be applied when evaluating a “growth model”?\n\nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to K-12 teachers\, school and district leaders\, and state departments of education.  \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Stanley Rabinowitz is currently Senior Technical Advisor at Pearson and has over 30 years of experience in large-scale assessment\, including work as a former assessment director. He has consulted extensively on standards\, assessment\, and school/educator accountability issues with researchers\, policymakers and assessment staff at national\, state\, and district levels in the United States and elsewhere globally. Dr. Rabinowitz has served on more than a dozen state and national technical advisory committees. He has directed the National Center for Standards and Assessment Implementation and the PMO for the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium. His expertise includes computer adaptive testing\, developing and scoring technology-enhanced items\, and assessing students across languages. Most recently\, Dr. Rabinowitz served as General Manager for the Australian Curriculum\, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA). In this position\, he was responsible for managing the national assessment programs (NAPLAN and NAP sample)\, national data reporting\, including the My School website\, and launching NAPLAN online in 2018. \n \n \nDr. Laura Cain is currently a director with Pearson School Assessment. For the past year\, she has been working on Pearson’s latest assessment innovation Transcend and will be supporting districts in their assessment needs. Laura has 30 years of experience in education\, starting her career as a high school English teacher. She has held multiple levels of administrative experiences in K-12 education\, most recently having worked in a cabinet level position in an urban district. While there\, she was responsible for departments including assessments\, professional learning\, school and department strategic planning\, accountability and managed federal grants such as Title II and a $40 million dollar Teacher Incentive Fund Grant. She completed her doctoral work in 2015 from Ball State University and currently resides in Indiana with her husband Matt. \nJoin the Assessment for Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nPearson is the world’s learning company\, with expertise in educational courseware and assessment\, and a range of teaching and learning services powered by technology. Our products and services are used by millions of teachers and learners around the world every day.
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SUMMARY:Push Past It! A Positive Approach to Challenging Behavior
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Angela Searcy\, Ed.D.\, Educational Consultant and Seminar Leader\, Erikson Institute\, Owner and Founder\, Simple Solutions Educational Services \nSponsored by Gryphon House \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nThis edWebinar outlines a guide to effective behavior planning for intense challenges. Angela Searcy\, Ed.D. discusses effective but practical functional assessment tools designed for educators BY educators. She will also outline each phase of the process\, what to expect\, and what tools support a continuous cycle of each step: \n\nSelf-reflection and identification of implicit bias\nContext analysis\nIdentification of prevention strategies\nReplacement skills\nNew responses\nReviewing the results\n\nDr. Searcy also explains the structure that supports good behavior planning from all adults including parents and staff members. This presentation will be of interest to preK-3 teachers and school and district leaders\, and will outline tools to help educators MATCH a strategy to their unique students and program and WORK the strategy when it’s not working!  \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Angela Searcy holds a B.A. degree in English and secondary education with teacher certification through the state of Illinois\, and an M.S. degree in early childhood development from Erikson Institute\, with a specialization in infant studies. She also has a doctorate in education with a specialization in assessment and response to intervention. Her research revolves around brain-based learning as assessed by CLASS and its correlation to aggressive behaviors in preschool children. Angela\, who began as educator in 1990\, is the owner and founder of Simple Solutions Educational Services\, and has experience at all levels of education. She is currently a seminar leader and continuing education instructor at Erikson Institute\, a professional development provider for Teaching Strategies\, LLC\, a Teachstone Affiliate Trainer\, a member of the Classroom Assessment Scoring System CLASS Community Advisory Board\, and an author for Gryphon House Publishing. A former neuro-developmental specialist\, Angela has specialized training in neuroscience and is a nationally recognized speaker. She has been featured on Chicago’s WGN Channel 9 News\, Chicago Public Radio’s Chicago Matters\, Chicago Parent and Chicago Baby Magazines. \n  \nJoin the Early Learning Book Chats community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nGryphon House\, Inc. is an award-winning publisher of early childhood resources for teachers and parents.
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SUMMARY:SEL and Academic Learning Catalyst: Growth Mindset
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Desiree Margo\, Principal\, Redmond Early Learning Center; and Dr. Kendra Coates\, Growing Early Mindsets (GEM) Author\, and Professional Learning Specialist\, Mindset Works \nSponsored by Mindset Works \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nOver the years\, as educators around the world have worked to translate growth mindset into practice\, various definitions and understandings have emerged. For some\, growth mindset is part of the larger field of social and emotional learning (SEL)\, included within the SEL competency of self-awareness. While others view growth mindset and SEL as separate constructs. Both have been viewed as supplementary approaches that can feel like “one more thing” taking teachers’ time away from core academic learning. \nGrowth mindset is the foundation for ALL learning and is the catalyst to cultivating growth mindset- and SEL-related knowledge\, attitudes\, and behaviors\, improving academic outcomes\, and nurturing the whole learner. In this edWebinar\, Dr. Desiree Margo and Dr. Kendra Coates share insights and examples from the field on how educators can access growth mindset as the foundation for ALL learning and integrate growth mindset\, SEL\, and academic learning. \nThis recorded presentation will be of interest to preK-5 teachers\, librarians\, school counselors\, special education teachers\, school and district leaders\, and instructional coaches. \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Desiree Margo has been actively engaged in education for 34 years\, including 20 years teaching at various levels prior to going into school administration. She has served as the assistant director of student services\, as well as principal of an elementary school and now at The Redmond Early Learning Center! Desiree has been leading efforts to instill a growth mindset foundation fueling development of social and emotional learning (SEL) in order to nurture the whole child and improve academic/behavioral outcomes for hundreds of students within a new early learning school model at The Redmond Early Learning Center since 2016. She received both her master’s and doctorate degrees in educational leadership and is passionate about providing opportunities for ALL students. Her personal vision is Every Child\, Every Chance\, Every Day! \nDr. Kendra Coates is a steadfast believer in accessing and celebrating our unlimited potential (UP). She is a learner\, educator\, mom\, author\, consultant\, and coach. She is the author of Growing Early Mindsets™ (GEM™)\, a new literacy-based teaching and learning framework from Mindset Works\, the global leader in developing growth mindsets. Kendra has over 20 years of preK-12 teaching and leadership experience. She currently serves as Regional Director of P-3rd Education in Oregon. She holds an M.A.T. in special education\, an M.S. in curriculum and instruction\, and a D.Ed. in educational methodology\, policy\, and leadership\, as well as educational licenses in literacy\, preK–12 special education\, early childhood and elementary education\, and school administration. She consults and leads schools\, districts\, and organizations in growth mindset\, SEL\, design thinking\, P-3rd education\, and family engagement. \nJoin the Engaging Early Learners community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nMindset Works was co-founded by one of the world’s leading researchers in the field of motivation\, Stanford University professor Carol S. Dweck\, Ph.D. and K-12 mindset expert Lisa S. Blackwell\, Ph.D. The company translates psychological research into practical products and services to help students and educators increase their motivation and achievement.
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SUMMARY:6 Steps to Create a Content-Rich K-12 Website
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Michelle Reese\, Public Relations Coordinator\, Higley Unified School District\, AZ; and Aimee Mackenzie\, Public Relations Technician\, Higley Unified School District\, AZ \nSponsored by Blackboard \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nHow can you best provide information to your community with your website? \nHigley Unified School District in Arizona sent a survey to their community last May to collect feedback on their communication strategy. The results kicked off a series of changes to their website that revolutionized the way they share content with their website visitors. \nWatch this edWebinar to learn the six steps Higley has identified that will help you revamp your website content. By the end of the presentation\, you’ll be able to answer: \n\nWho are your audiences?\nWhat is the goal for each page?\nWhen will each page be viewed? Year-round or seasonally?\nWhere should the page live within your website?\nHow should the page look visually?\nWhy is your website performing or not performing?\n\nWatch this edWebinar to learn how to review\, revamp\, and evaluate your website’s success. This recorded presentation will be of interest to communications professionals\, public relations leaders\, webmasters\, superintendents\, tech leaders\, and principals. \n  \nAbout the Presenters \nMichelle Reese joined the Higley Unified School District in 2013 as the public relations coordinator after a nearly 20-year career in journalism. Since then\, the public relations team has grown from two people to a four-member team\, plus an intern. The team today oversees website content and compliance\, public and media communication\, crisis communication\, marketing\, social media and public information requests. The team put a new focus on website content to align with the district’s new strategic plan\, adopted in 2017. As the team’s leader\, Michelle helps drive the team’s goal to stay strategic in planning and focus…often with a coffee or two in hand. \n \nAimee Mackenzie joined the Higley Unified School District in 2016 to assist the public relations team with website compliance and the district’s OCR compliant. She quickly learned how to navigate the website\, identifying areas for improvement in terms of delivery and content. In 2017\, she became the district’s PR technician\, responsible for website and social media. In 2018\, the Arizona School Public Relations Association awarded Higley two awards for website creation: a new Higley History page and a new Kindergarten page. Designed by Aimee\, both pages were driven by the team’s desire to create engaging information for the community\, with an eye to keep information easy to follow and OCR compliant. \n \nJoin the Family Engagement & Community Outreach in K-12 community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nAt Blackboard\, we’re shaping the future of education with big ideas that are transforming the face of education. Every day we’re helping millions of people around the world find new ways to learn\, connect and advance. With innovative technologies and solutions we’re bringing them closer to the knowledge they seek and the potential they can achieve.
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SUMMARY:Character Education: Interview with Medal of Honor Recipient Hiroshi Miyamura (Korean War)
DESCRIPTION:Watch the Recording\nListen to the Podcast \nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nSign up for this upcoming edWebinar in the Medal of Honor Character Development Program’s edWebinar series. \nPlan for your class to watch the on-demand recording with Medal of Honor Recipient Hiroshi Miyamura. Miyamura was awarded the Medal of Honor for engaging in hand-to-hand combat after his company had been attacked\, then administering first aid to the wounded and directing their evacuation while he stayed behind. He then bayoneted his way through infiltrated enemy soldiers to a second gun emplacement and assisted in its operation. When the intensity of the attack necessitated the withdrawal of the company Miyamura ordered his men to fall back while he remained to cover their movement\, despite being severely wounded\, fighting ferociously against an overwhelming number of enemy soldiers. \nThis edWebinar is an inspiring learning opportunity for middle and high school students to connect directly with an American hero. Interviews with Medal of Honor Recipients are part of the Medal of Honor Character Development Program\, a free program that helps students build character and promotes responsible citizenship through a deeper understanding of stories of courage and sacrifice. Before watching them recorded edWebinar\, we encourage teachers to review Miyamura’s story with their class. Student viewers must view the program with their teacher. \nAbout the Presenter \nCpl. Miyamura\, a member of Company H\, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. On the night of 24 April\, Company H was occupying a defensive position when the enemy fanatically attacked\, threatening to overrun the position. Cpl. Miyamura\, a machine-gun squad leader\, aware of the imminent danger to his men\, unhesitatingly jumped from his shelter wielding his bayonet in close hand-to-hand combat\, killing approximately 10 of the enemy. Returning to his position\, he administered first aid to the wounded and directed their evacuation. As another savage assault hit the line\, he manned his machine gun and delivered withering fire until his ammunition was expended. He ordered the squad to withdraw while he stayed behind to render the gun inoperative. He then bayoneted his way through infiltrated enemy soldiers to a second gun emplacement and assisted in its operation. When the intensity of the attack necessitated the withdrawal of the company Cpl. Miyamura ordered his men to fall back while he remained to cover their movement. He killed more than 50 of the enemy before his ammunition was depleted and he was severely wounded. He maintained his magnificent stand despite his painful wounds\, continuing to repel the attack until his position was overrun. When last seen he was fighting ferociously against an overwhelming number of enemy soldiers. Cpl. Miyamura’s indomitable heroism and consummate devotion to duty reflect the utmost glory on himself and uphold the illustrious traditions on the military service. \n \nAbout the Host \nCathy Ehlers Metcalf joined the Medal of Honor Character Development Program as Vice President of Education in 2015 after serving as a Regional Curriculum Trainer. Cathy taught college-level writing for over 33 years in Southern California. Cathy’s father was a World War II Medal of Honor Recipient. Those experiences gave Cathy a great respect for both the Medal of Honor and a passion for service to our Nation’s Veterans. \n \nJoin the The Medal of Honor Character Development Program community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nThe Medal of Honor Character Development Program is a curriculum resource built on the values of courage\, commitment\, sacrifice\, citizenship\, integrity\, and patriotism. Its living history videos and accompanying lessons teach students that ordinary people can meet great challenges and make the world around them a better place. Each lesson highlights skills such as writing\, collaboration\, and critical thinking. With two available curriculum options (elementary and secondary)\, the resources are appropriate for K-12 students and beyond. Assignments and activities fit efficiently into existing disciplines\, time periods\, and schedules. \n \n \n \nListen to the Podcast\nWe’re happy to make podcasts available for selected panel discussions and interviews.\nIf you would like a CE certificate for this presentation\, watch the edWebinar recording and take the CE quiz. \nDownload here
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SUMMARY:Inspiring STEM Learning for Young Girls: Tips from Research and the Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Amanda Sullivan\, Ph.D.\, Associate Director\, Early Childhood Technology Graduate Certificate Program\, Tufts University\, MA; and Kim Collazo\, K–5 STEM Lab Teacher\, Robbins Elementary School\, NC \nSponsored by Wonder Workshop \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nWhy are women still drastically underrepresented in fields like computer science and engineering? When (and how) should educators focus on piquing interest of girls in these fields? Beginning as early as kindergarten\, there are technologies and teaching strategies that educators can employ to ensure that children of any gender or background are given equal access to STEM. Children who are exposed to quality STEM programming at an early age demonstrate fewer gender-based stereotypes regarding STEM careers and fewer obstacles entering these fields as adults. It is critical for educators to reach girls early in order to make a lasting impact on the choices they see for themselves later in life.  \nIn this recorded edWebinar\, through personal stories and research findings shared by the presenters—a researcher who studies the gender divide in STEM and has brought robotics and engineering content to hundreds of young children in the U.S.\, Denmark\, and Singapore\, and an educator who provides weekly STEM classes to pre-K through 5th grade students—you will see the current gender divide in STEM and discover what educators can do about it. Explore technologies\, teaching strategies (including no-tech approaches)\, and curricula that will inspire\, excite\, and engage the next generation of female scientists and engineers. Walk away with learning activities and role-modeling practices you can put into place to boost girls’ interest and confidence in STEM immediately after watching this edWebinar.  \nThis recorded presentation will be of interest to preK-8 teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, and technology specialists and integrationists. \n\nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Amanda Sullivan is the associate director of the Early Childhood Technology Graduate Certificate Program at Tufts University and a postdoctoral researcher with the DevTech Research Group. Her research examines how children develop gender stereotypes toward STEM and investigates strategies for increasing girls’ confidence and interest in STEM. Amanda also has a decade of experience as an educator\, having taught coding\, robotics\, drama\, and more in formal and informal learning settings. She is the co-creator of the ScratchJr Coding Cards (No Starch Press) and author of the book Breaking the STEM Stereotype: Reaching Girls in Early Childhood (Rowman & Littlefield) to be released later this year. Learn more about Amanda at amandaalzenasullivan.com \n\nKim Collazo has been a public school educator for 28 years. She has experience as a 4th\, 5th\, and 6th grade classroom teacher. She holds North Carolina licensure in regular and special education\, as well as academically/intellectually gifted\, has National Board Certification\, and was awarded an NC State Kenan Fellowship creating multi-user immersive science games for elementary students. Her passion is integrating technology and engineering in relevant ways\, and she has Level 1 Google Certification. She currently works as an elementary STEM teacher at Robbins Elementary in Moore County\, NC\, where she serves 430 pre-K through fifth grade students. Learn more about Kim at kimcollazo.weebly.com. \n\n\nJoin the Coding & Robotics K-8  community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nWonder Workshop creates engaging\, hands-on learning tools\, programming languages\, and curriculum that bring STEM and coding to life for grades K-8. Robotics fosters critical thinking skills at an early age\, encourages creativity\, and turns students into makers rather than consumers. Wonder Workshop is the creator of the Dash and Dot robots. Let’s inspire students to be future leaders in technology. Find out more at makewonder.com
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SUMMARY:Managing Student Behavior on a Trip: How Ready Are You?
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Julie R. Beck\, Contributing Writer\, Teach & Travel Magazine \nSponsored by SYTA – The Student & Youth Travel Association \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nWith the amount of time and effort you’ve dedicated to pulling together the perfect student trip\, don’t let problematic student behavior disrupt your plans. Travel often ignites a sense of adventure and freedom in students—and that is important—but it can also trigger problematic student behavior. \nIn this edWebinar\, learn tried-and-true tips from an educator with student travel expertise. You’ll walk away with a student behavior management checklist that promotes a positive learning environment\, no matter where you’re going. This recorded presentation will be of interest to elementary through high school teachers and school and district leaders. \nAbout the Presenter \nJulie R. Beck is a world traveler having visited all 50 states\, all 7 continents and 87 countries. Julie leads high school and college students on study abroad trips\, works at international Girl Scout camps and travels on her own. She is the President of the Mount Olive Chamber of Commerce (NC)\, an adjunct faculty member teaching recreation & tourism classes and a freelance writer for “Teach & Travel” magazine. Julie received her Masters degree in Parks\, Recreation & Tourism from NC State University. \n \nAbout the Host \nCarylann Assante joined SYTA and the SYTA Youth Foundation in 2010. Her professional experience includes association and nonprofit management\, hospitality and tourism\, and academic enrichment programs for students and youth. \n \nJoin the Teach & Travel community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n SYTA is the non-profit\, professional trade association that promotes student & youth travel and seeks to foster integrity and professionalism among student and youth travel service providers. SYTA is “The Voice of Student and Youth Travel.®
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SUMMARY:Monitoring Student Cell Phone Use: What's YOUR Plan?
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Shannon Holden\, Principal\, Pierce City High School\, MO \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nOne of the most challenging aspects of teaching in the 21st century is regulating the use of cellphones during class time. Students are utilizing all the tricks in their arsenal\, such as wireless earbuds\, bluetooth speakers\, and other below-the-radar methods to use their devices without being detected. How are teachers keeping this phenomenon under control? \nIn this edWebinar\, high school principal and teacher coach Shannon Holden examines techniques to minimize the negative impact of phones in the classroom. Elementary through high school educators will benefit from attending this recorded session.  \nAbout the Presenter \nShannon Holden\, Principal at Pierce City High School in Missouri\, is the TechTools for the Classroom and Teacher HELP! edWebinar and community host. Shannon served as an assistant principal for 20 years in Texas and Missouri\, has taught high school history and math\, and was an online instructor at the university level. Shannon presents frequently to teachers and administrators about classroom management\, maintaining positive relationships with parents\, instructional strategies that engage students\, and implementing technology in the classroom. \n \nJoin the Teacher HELP! community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n 
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SUMMARY:Educators and Social Media: Avoiding the Pitfalls
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jamie Knowles\, Senior Manager\, Educator Professional Learning Programs\, Common Sense Media \nHosted by Common Sense Education and Sponsored by Symantec \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nWhile social media presents a host of opportunities for educators to connect with their students and to prepare students to be savvy digital citizens\, it also requires educators to walk a fine line. How can they make the most of tools like Twitter\, Facebook\, and YouTube\, while also upholding appropriate boundaries that protect the privacy and well-being of students? \nIn this edWebinar\, Jamie Knowles\, Senior Manager of Educator Professional Learning Programs at Common Sense Media\, shares strategies for helping teachers use social media in a way that benefits their students\, their school\, and themselves. This recorded presentation will be of interest to elementary through high school educators. \n \nAbout the Presenter \nAs Senior Manager of Educator Professional Learning Programs at Common Sense Media\, Jamie Knowles creates online professional development services for teachers. Prior to his work at Common Sense\, Jamie taught middle school English in Oakland\, California\, for eight years. For the 2016–2017 school year\, he received an Excellence in Teaching award and was one of three finalists for Teacher of the Year in Oakland Unified School District. While teaching\, he also successfully implemented a $200\,000 school-wide blended-learning program funded by the Rogers Family Foundation and led professional development on a wide range of teaching strategies. Jamie holds a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from Eugene Lang College and a master’s degree in philosophy and education from Teachers College at Columbia University. \n  \n\nJoin the Digital Learning & Leadership community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nCommon Sense Education develops high-quality digital citizenship programs and digital teaching resources\, providing educators and students with the digital learning tools they need to harness the power of technology for life. \n  \nSymantec was founded in 1982 by visionary computer scientists. The company has evolved to become one of the world’s largest software companies with more than 18\,500 employees in more than 50 countries. We provide security\, storage and systems management solutions to help our customers – from consumers and small businesses to the largest global organizations – secure and manage their information-driven world against more risks at more points\, more completely and efficiently than any other company.
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SUMMARY:Engaging Early Learners with Technology: Sharing Research and Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Scott Miller\, Ph.D.\, Principal\, Avonworth Primary Center\, PA; and Emily Neff\, Public Policy Associate\, Trying Together\nHosted by Christina Luke\, Ph.D.\, Director of Digital Certifications and Credentialing at Digital Promise \nSponsored by Digital Promise \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nIn this edWebinar\, the presenters discuss the best practices for technology use with young children (birth through age five) and their families\, as well as how to support early childhood educators in grades K-3 with effective technology strategies. Research on technology use in early childhood education from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and Common Sense Media provide the framework. With digital devices becoming more readily available in school settings\, the logistics of implementing technology in the classroom as a tool for learning must be examined in order to utilize emerging technology most effectively. \nThe edWebinar also shares insights from a roundtable facilitated by Hi5!\, a kindergarten readiness and registration campaign in the Greater Pittsburgh Region. The roundtable served as a professional development and networking event for over 20 school districts to share best practices for how they are using technology to support the transition to kindergarten for students and families. The discussion included developmentally appropriate technology use across the early childhood continuum. \nThis recorded presentation will be of interest to preK-3 teachers and school leaders. \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Scott Miller is Principal at Avonworth Primary Center (K-2)\, part of the Avonworth School District located in Pittsburgh\, Pennsylvania. His expertise and interests include early childhood education pedagogy\, creativity in the elementary school setting as part of effective lesson design\, implementation of Common Core State Standards\, and the development of makerspaces. Dr. Miller holds leadership positions on his district’s technology committee and on Allegheny County’s Hi5! Kindergarten Transition Committee and is an active member of Trying Together. \n \nEmily Neff serves as a public policy associate for Trying Together\, engaging in statewide and local advocacy and policy activities with the goal of expanding access to high-quality early care and education. She supports the public policy agenda through research and the creation of issue briefs\, white papers\, and a variety of professional development resources\, including webinars and workshops focused on developmentally appropriate practice and the early learning continuum. Additionally\, Emily serves as the coordinator for Hi5!\, a kindergarten registration and readiness project for over 40 school districts in Allegheny County. Previously\, Emily worked as a family support coordinator for a superintendent in New York City and as first grade teacher. \n  \nAbout the Host \nChristina Luke\, Ph.D.\, Director of Digital Certifications and Credentialing\, leads the Marketplace Research initiative at Digital Promise which is focused on increasing the amount of evidence in the edtech marketplace. Before joining Digital Promise\, Christina led program evaluations for federal and state initiatives and delivered professional development and technical assistance to school districts at Measurement Incorporated. Formerly a high school English teacher\, Christina left the classroom to study education policy with a desire to improve student outcomes by offering a practitioner’s perspective to education research. Christina earned a Ph.D. in education administration and policy from the State University of New York at Albany and a bachelor’s degree in secondary education and English from Boston College. Follow her on Twitter @ChristinaLukeDP. \n \nJoin the Research and Evidence in Edtech community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nDigital Promise was created with the mission to accelerate innovation in education to improve opportunities to learn.
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SUMMARY:Building a Schoolwide Culture of Reading
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Michelle Luhtala\, Library Department Chair\, New Canaan High School\, CT; and Melissa Thom\, M.A.\, Teacher Librarian\, Bristow Middle School\, CT \nSponsored by Mackin Educational Resources \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nReading may seem like an independent activity but for children who are developmentally wired to seek and feed on peer connections\, social reading transforms what some kids think of as a chore into a something they enjoy. Connecting learners with books is a gift that lasts a lifetime. \nWatch Michelle Luhtala and Melissa Thom in this edWebinar as they share innovative ideas that will get learners of all ages engaged in reading! This recorded presentation will be of interest to K-12 librarians\, teachers\, and administrators.  \nAbout the Presenters \nMichelle Luhtala is the Library Department Chair at New Canaan High School in Connecticut and was one of five school librarians named as a “Mover and Shaker” by Library Journal in 2015. She is the winner of the 2011 “I Love My Librarian” Award and the Library Association’s 2010 Outstanding Librarian Award. The New Canaan High School Library won AASL’s National School Library Program of the year in 2010. Follow her on Twitter @mluhtala. \n  \nMelissa Thom\, M.A. is a teacher librarian at Bristow Middle School in West Hartford\, CT. She earned her bachelor’s in elementary education from St. Cloud State University in Minnesota\, a master’s in elementary education from Northern Arizona University and a master’s in educational psychology/gifted and talented from the University of Connecticut. She spent 12 years teaching grades four to six as a classroom teacher\, and four years ago she earned her library media specialist certification from the ARCLMS program. She is the vice president of the Connecticut Association of School Librarians\, a member of the Customer Advisory Board for Scholastic Book Fairs\, a 2019 AASL Social Media Superstar Reader Leader finalist\, and her most recent publication was an article in the June issue of School Library Journal entitled\, NGSS Maker Challenges. \nJoin the Emerging Tech for Schools and Libraries community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n Mackin is one of the top providers of library and classroom materials for grades PK-12. Working with over 18\,000 publishers and a database of nearly 3 million printed titles\, and more than 1.9 million digital titles\, Mackin supplies print books\, eBooks\, online educational databases\, audiobooks and video resources to schools around the globe.
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SUMMARY:Tips for Surviving All Types of Assessments as a Classroom Teacher
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Vernice Y. Jones\, Candidate in the M.Ed. in School Counseling program\, Freed-Hardeman University\, TN \nHosted by Dr. Monte Tatom\, Associate Professor of Education\, Freed-Hardeman University\, TN \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nIn this edWebinar\, hear from Vernice Jones\, a candidate in the M.Ed. in School Counseling program at Freed-Hardeman University\, on helpful tips for educators regarding various types of assessments. Vernice discusses essential tips for how to feel less stressed during testing time\, planning\, and organization and relieve anxiety for both educators and students. \nThis  recorded presentation will be of interest to all educators\, specifically new and pre-service teachers\, by giving them essential resources to be well prepared and confident in conducting any assessment. \n  \nAbout the Presenter \nVernice Jones received her bachelor’s degree in biology from Lane College in 2003. She obtained her master’s degree in education from Grand Canyon University in 2009. She then began teaching in 2006 at Airways Middle School as a 7th grade science teacher. Vernice became a candidate in the M.Ed. in School Counseling program at Freed-Hardeman University in December 2017. Her goal is to become a professional school counselor and obtain a doctorate in counseling and serve a vital role in maximizing student achievement to ensure that the whole child is being served. \n  \nAbout the Host \nDr. Monte Tatom received his Ed.D. in educational administration at Auburn University. He has been in K-12 education for 26 years as a teacher\, assistant principal\, principal\, and coordinator of staff development. He retired from Mobile County Public School System in December 2005. He began working at Freed-Hardeman University (FHU) in January 2006. He is an associate professor of education within the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences at FHU. He currently has over 13 years in higher education. He has actively been involved in educational technology since taking his first computer course at the University of South Alabama in Mobile\, AL during spring 1983 (EDM 510: Micro-computing Systems in Education). You can follow Dr. Tatom on Twitter  @drmmtatom \n \nJoin the Tech4TeacherEd community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates.
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SUMMARY:Engaging Children with Music and Movement
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Stephen Fite\, President and Artist\, Melody House Inc. \nSponsored by Frog Street Press \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nEvery child is born with an instinctive sense of rhythm\, an ear for melody and a love of music. Because of this\, rhythm and song are integral to the development and growth of children and nowhere is the exposure to this medium more crucial than the classroom. Whether it’s a recorded version of an upbeat dance song or a simple piggyback song sung acapella by the teacher\, music engages children socially\, emotionally\, cognitively and physically. Using music in an early childhood setting is a must and requires no formal music training but rather a desire to make learning exciting. \nIn this edWebinar\, Stephen Fite explores: \n\nHow to start your day off on the right note (pun intended)\nUser-friendly rhythm instrument activities for everyone\nThe natural connection between music and literacy\nHow piggyback songs can be used for nearly any classroom need\n\nThis recorded presentation will be of interest to preK educators. \nAbout the Presenter \nStephen Fite is an award-winning musician/writer for children\, whose albums have received 18 nationally recognized honors. Suitable for the classroom\, car or living room\, his upbeat brand of children’s music has been delighting students\, teachers and parents around the nation for more than three decades. He realized his love for music at a very young age while listening to Beatles LP’s at his aunt’s house shortly after the British Band Invasion of the 60’s. As a result\, he shares that same passion for song with teachers and children through his writing\, recording and performance. Since the mid 80s\, Stephen has performed concerts for over 800\,000 children\, as well as keynotes and workshops for educators throughout the United States. \n \nJOIN THE LIVE SESSION\nJoin the Early Childhood Learning Solutions community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n Frog Street is dedicated to continually improving programs and products based on current research and input from early childhood classroom educators and caregivers.
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SUMMARY:Advances in PBIS: Contributions for Creating Equitable Systems
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Char Ryan\, Ph.D.\, PBIS Consultant and Trainer \nSponsored by Free Spirit Publishing \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nSchoolwide PBIS (positive behavior interventions and supports) has been around for more than 20 years\, and it’s never been more relevant or impactful than it is in today’s schools. In this edWebinar\, Char Ryan\, Ph.D.\, a former statewide trainer\, briefly describes the PBIS system and define the benefits of using systemic data in sustaining PBIS and the promising practices it offers toward effective and equitable discipline systems. \nThis presentation describes the current recommended practice for data usage in PBIS and highlight the newer data tools. Char also explains systemwide policies and practices that enhance the ability of a school or district to implement equitable instruction and discipline. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to administrators\, school psychologists\, school social workers and counselors\, behavior specialists\, and classroom and special education teachers of grades K–12 to learn practical approaches to use in their schools and districts.  \nAbout the Presenter \nChar Ryan\, Ph.D. is a PBIS coach and evaluation specialist. She has been a Minnesota state SWIS and PBIS trainer working with school teams\, and was the Minnesota state PBIS coordinator and PBIS coach for a regional PBIS project. She was also an assistant professor at St. Cloud State University and an adjunct professor in teacher training at the University of St. Thomas. Char works and lives in Minneapolis\, Minnesota. \n \nJoin the Social-Emotional Learning\, Positive Behavior\, and Student Achievement community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nFree Spirit is the leading publisher of learning tools that support young people’s social-emotional health and educational needs. We help children and teens think for themselves\, overcome challenges\, and make a difference in the world.
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SUMMARY:Part 1: Involve Parents for Greater English Learner Success
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Rick Castaneda\, Language Training Specialist\, Rosetta Stone; and Melanie Rogers\, Language Training Team Lead\, Rosetta Stone\nSponsored by Rosetta Stone \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nTeachers\, administrators\, parents\, and the community can combine their efforts to ensure students succeed. \nThis edWebinar discusses the importance of family and community involvement—particularly on behalf of English learners. As emerging bilinguals\, students’ classroom progress\, community integration\, post-secondary education options\, and job prospects greatly hinge on their language skills. For parents\, developing their own English language skills enables them to have a visible\, active presence in their children’s school life. \nIn this edWebinar\, Rick Castaneda\, Language Training Specialist at Rosetta Stone\, shares best practices learned from his personal experiences as an educator and working with families. Melanie Rogers\, Language Training Team Lead at Rosetta Stone\, helps guide the conversation and provide best practices for you to engage families in your community. Rick and Melanie discuss how districts have created successful family engagement programs. \nThis recorded presentation will be of interest to preK-12 teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders.  \nIn Part 2: Involve Parents for Greater English Learner Success\, Rick and Melanie discuss six categories of parental involvement and how educators can incorporate those categories into an effective action plan.   \nAbout the Presenters\nRick Castaneda is a training specialist at Rosetta Stone. He works with school districts all over the country to lead trainings for successful language program implementations. Rick brings experience as a former educator\, an after-school program director\, an interpreter/translator\, and a family engagement expert in the public school system in Virginia for 20 years. \n \nMelanie Rogers is the training team lead for Rosetta Stone. She energetically and passionately helps teachers across the country implement language learning solutions into their classrooms. \n  \n  \n \nJoin the Using Technology for Language Instruction community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view past edWebinars to earn CE certificates. \n\n Rosetta Stone Inc. provides cutting-edge interactive technology that is changing the way the world learns languages. The company’s proprietary learning techniques—acclaimed for their power to unlock the natural language-learning ability in everyone—are used by schools\, businesses\, government organizations and millions of individuals around the world. Rosetta Stone offers courses in 30 languages\, from the most commonly spoken (like English\, Spanish and Mandarin) to the less prominent (including Swahili\, Swedish and Tagalog). The company’s core belief is that learning to speak a language should be a natural and instinctive process\, and that interactive technology can activate the language immersion method powerfully for learners of any age.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/language20190417/
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SUMMARY:The Language Lens: Deconstructing Linguistic Blind Spots to Support English Learners
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Amy Heineke\, Associate Professor and Co-chair\, Teacher Education\, School of Education at Loyola University Chicago \nSponsored by VIPKid \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nLanguage is central to all we do in schools\, including teaching\, learning\, understanding\, and communicating. But often we don’t stop and critically consider our use of language in the classroom and how it might deter or promote student learning and achievement. While teachers may be experts in pedagogy and particular content areas\, there is a need to build awareness of linguistic blind spots. In other words\, teachers interested in helping their students learn the content deeply will need to carefully consider the language used to teach and assess it. \nThe need for sensitivity to language has never been greater as schools now serve a large and growing number of students who speak a language other than English at home. In this edWebinar\, Dr. Amy Heineke shares how Understanding by Design® (UbD) provides an ideal framework to support language simultaneous to content learning. A purposefully designed UbD unit\, drafted with an explicit lens on language\, paves the way for classroom implementation where students actively and interactively use disciplinary language while developing and deepening content understandings. The first step is analyzing the pertinent and prevalent language that students need to achieve the overarching learning goals\, which will be the focus of the presentation. \nDr. Heineke also shares insights from her co-authored book\, Using Understanding by Design in the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Classroom. This recorded edWebinar will be of interest to K-12 teachers and school and district leaders.  \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Amy Heineke is an associate professor and co-chair of teacher education in the School of Education at Loyola University Chicago\, where she prepares educators for work with students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds\, specifically those labeled as English learners. Amy has published over 40 peer-reviewed articles and chapters to inform and improve the education of culturally and linguistically diverse students\, as well as three books\, including her most recent with Jay McTighe entitled Using Understanding by Design in the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Classroom. Amy’s current efforts in educational research\, reform\, and advocacy stem from her time as a classroom teacher in Phoenix\, Arizona\, where she worked with primarily Mexican immigrant and Mexican-American students and families. \n  \nJoin the Helping ELL/ESL Students Succeed community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n VIPKid is a global education technology company that connects children with the world’s best teachers for real-time online English immersion learning. VIPKid’s mission is to inspire and empower every child for the future. VIPKid believes that education is not one-size-fits-all\, rather all students are unique and the world is within their reach when connected with great teachers capable of personalizing learning and sparking curiosity.
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SUMMARY:Learning in the 21st Century: What Teachers Think Matters
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Baron R. Davis\, Superintendent\, Richland School District Two\, SC; Patricia Saxler\, Head of Education\, Populace; and Vic Vuchic\, Chief Innovation Officer\, Digital Promise\nHosted by Barbara Pape\, Communications Director\, Learner Variability Project \nSponsored by Digital Promise \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nGiven the right environment and support\, how many students do you think are capable of high levels of education achievement? How much do you think students vary from one another in how they learn? Do you support or oppose creating a tailored instruction program in your community’s schools? \nThese are just a few of the questions asked in a Digital Promise/Learner Variability Project national survey\, “Learning in the 21st Century: How Teachers View Students’ Potential and Their Learning Experience”. \nThis edWebinar highlights key findings from the survey that focused on learner variability\, tailored instruction\, use of edtech\, and what informs teacher practice. Patricia Saxler from Populace digs deep into the science of individuality\, why that matters for learning\, and how innovators use this knowledge to “convert our cookie-cutter systems into highly personalized ones.” She will offer insights from her work at Populace\, described as a “public think tank dedicated to building a world where all people have a chance to live fulfilling lives in a thriving society.” \nViewers will also get an on-the-ground perspective from Dr. Baron Davis\, Superintendent of Richland School District Two in South Carolina. Dr. Davis will highlight innovative programs he oversees to help each student achieve to their potential. For example\, the district is engaged in creating a personalized and collaborative learning environment\, the 1TWO1 program that provides a personal computing device to more than 23\,000 students in grades 3-12 and also trains teachers through technology and learning coaches\, so technology is fully integrated into teaching and learning. \nVic Vuchic from Digital Promise connects survey findings with the work at Digital Promise’s Learner Variability Project. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to preK-12 and higher education teachers and school and district leaders. \nAbout the Presenters \nAn educator for more than 20 years\, Dr. Baron R. Davis is Superintendent of Richland School District Two in South Carolina and the first African American to hold this position. Reaffirming that learning is the cornerstone for everything in Richland Two\, Dr. Davis spearheaded multiple initiatives aimed at ensuring consistent high-quality teaching and learning in every classroom in every school. He rolled out “Pathways to Premier\,” the district’s 2017–2020 strategic plan\, in which he presents his vision for partnering with families\, staff\, and community to make Richland Two the premier school district. \nReared in the public housing system since age two\, he knows the struggles associated with poverty. In 2014\, Dr. Davis joined the City of Columbia’s “My Brother’s Keeper Initiative\,” which empowers boys and young men of color in low-income minority communities to thrive and become productive citizens. He has been a member of the planning committee for the City of Columbia’s Black Male Achievement Conference for three years. He is an inductee of the Columbia Housing Authority’s Wall of Fame. \nDr. Davis earned a Bachelor of Science degree in sociology from Francis Marion University. From the University of South Carolina\, he earned master’s degrees in school counseling and educational administration\, and educational specialist and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in educational counseling. \n \nPatricia Saxler is the head of education at Populace. She is also a research fellow with the Laboratory for the Science of the Individual. Tricia earned her master’s degree from the Harvard Graduate School of Education in mind\, brain\, and education in 2007\, and her doctorate in human development and Education in 2016. A Montessori teacher prior to graduate studies\, her research has focused on the development of self-regulation in early childhood. Working at the intersection of education and cognitive neuroscience\, Tricia conducted her research at the Gabrieli Laboratory of Cognitive Neuroscience at MIT\, where she also collaborated with colleagues in investigating self-regulation in relation to early life stress and experiences\, dyslexia\, and neural development. \n \nVic Vuchic\, Chief Innovation Officer at Digital Promise Global\, is a seasoned thought leader in education technology and philanthropy. Vic received his Master of Education from Stanford University and is an expert in learning science\, innovation\, and scaling what works. He has launched game-changing initiatives that have increased access to education and improved learning for tens of millions of learners in the Americas\, Europe\, Asia\, and Africa. Prior to Digital Promise Global\, Vic consulted with a number of foundations and organizations on education technology\, innovation\, and philanthropy. Prior to consulting\, Vic developed strategies and managed over $100 million in technology-focused grants at the Hewlett Foundation to launch and grow the Open Educational Resources movement and create and advance the Deeper Learning strategy. \n \nAbout the Host \nBarbara Pape is the communications director for the Learner Variability Project at Digital Promise Global (DPG). She has 20 years’ experience in strategic communications\, writing\, and policy analysis\, primarily in education. Previously\, she served as Executive Producer of the award-winning Teaching & Learning conference\, sponsored by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards\, where she developed content and oversaw outreach and communications. As a writer\, she has written for numerous publications\, including Harvard University\, the National Education Goals Panel (U.S. Department of Education) and Parents magazine. Barbara also served as editor and publisher of the first electronically delivered education newsletter\, the Daily Report Card. She earned an EdM at Harvard University’s Graduate School of Education and launched her career as a middle school language arts teacher. \nJoin the Personalized Learning for All community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nDigital Promise was created with the mission to accelerate innovation in education to improve opportunities to learn. \nA Learner Variability Project/Digital Promise Global paper\, Learner Variability Is the Rule\, Not the Exception\, defines the term learner variability and explains why understanding it matters to learning. \nThe fourth installment in Digital Promise Global’s Making Learning Personal For All series\, Policies and Practices that Meet Learners Where They Are highlights the promise of personalized learning to meet the needs of the full diversity of learners. It also examines policy actions and investments that district\, state\, and federal and national levels can take to help each learner master content and a broad range of skills. It makes clear that personalization must consider the whole child\, put learner voice and choice front and center\, and be built on the learning sciences.
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SUMMARY:Turn Struggling Readers Into Leaders Using Assistive Technology
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dana Blackaby\, Dyslexia Specialist\, The Academy at Nola Dunn\, Burleson\, TX \nSponsored by Learning Ally \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nIn this edWebinar\, watch Dana Blackaby as members of her student-led “tech crew” demonstrate forms of assistive technology and share personal anecdotes describing how it helps them overcome some of their most daunting academic challenges. These students all have IEPs or 504 plans\, but there are times when only the use of assistive technology allows them to overcome barriers. \nSometimes the biggest barrier to effectively utilizing assistive technology in the classroom is the teacher\, as many feel they need to be experts themselves before allowing students to utilize it. When students are given the chance to showcase their expertise\, however\, teachers are often convinced to embrace the technology. Many teachers make students the tech experts in their classrooms. The result is that they regularly demonstrate marked improvements in their reading skills\, social behavior\, confidence\, and public speaking\, elevating them to leaders in their classrooms and schools. \nThe forms of assistive technology this group utilizes are Snap & Read\, Co-Writer\, Google Tools\, and Learning Ally. Each allows students to access and master grade-level curricula even though they each have dyslexia. When these students present to their own teachers and administrators\, the adults pay attention and immediately recognize just how life-changing these tools are for students. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to elementary through middle school teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders.  \nAbout the Presenter \nDana Blackaby is a dyslexia specialist at The Academy at Nola Dunn in Texas whose goal is to empower students by instilling confidence\, skills\, and hope in students with learning differences Dana’s students have finished in the top 10 in two nationwide reading competitions and have been featured in multiple news outlets via newspapers\, Twitter\, Facebook\, and the Dallas–Fort Worth ABC affiliate\, WFAA. In addition\, several of her students are a part of a student-led tech crew that travels from school to school providing training on assistive technology for teachers and administrators in their district. Dana holds a master’s degree in teaching. \n \nJoin the Empowering Struggling Readers community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n Learning Ally is a leading ed-tech\, nonprofit proven to transform the lives of struggling readers. We provide access to grade-level content to bridge the gap for students with learning differences who can cognitively comprehend the information but read below grade level. Our high-quality\, human-read audiobooks coupled with a suite of teacher resources is a cost effective solution for your school.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/readers20190416/
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SUMMARY:Building Equity: Practices That Empower All Learners
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Doug Fisher\, Professor of Educational Leadership\, San Diego State University\nSponsored by Achieve3000 \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nHow do we define equity in the classroom and what does that look like in a very diverse student body? What are we doing to make a difference with our students? As educators\, it is our responsibility to empower all students to learn\, to grow and to achieve their dreams! \nIn this edWebinar session\, learn from Dr. Doug Fisher\, co-author of Building Equity. Dr. Fisher introduces the Building Equity Taxonomy and how this new model can help our education leaders organize their efforts to achieve: \n\nPhysical integration\nSocial-emotional engagement\nOpportunities to learn\nInstructional excellence\nEngaged and inspired learners\n\nBased on the authors’ experiences\, Building Equity focuses on equitable practices and outcomes that support critical standards of equity in a school or district. This recorded edWebinar will be of interest to K-12 teachers and school leaders. \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Doug Fisher is Professor of Educational Leadership at San Diego State University. He is a member of the California Reading Hall of Fame and is the recipient of an International Reading Association Celebrate Literacy Award\, the Farmer Award for excellence in writing from the National Council of Teachers of English\, and a Christa McAuliffe Award for excellence in teacher education. He has published numerous articles on improving student achievement\, as well as several books. He is a board member of the International Reading Association and a past board member of the Literacy Research Association. \n \nJoin the Differentiating Instruction with Educational Technology community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nAchieve3000® is the leader in online differentiated literacy instruction\, serving nearly 3 million students worldwide. Based on decades of scientific research\, Achieve3000’s patented and proven literacy program reaches all students at their individual reading levels to significantly accelerate learning and dramatically increase college and career readiness. \n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/differentiate20190415/
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SUMMARY:How to Measure Student Progress for MTSS
DESCRIPTION:Presented by James Fleming\, Executive Director of Professional Services\, Illuminate Education; and Dr. Alisabeth Shearn\, Executive Director\, Illuminate Education \nSponsored by Illuminate Education \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nMonitoring student progress is essential for multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS)\, but many educators aren’t sure what factors are involved and how to connect the data with their students. In this edWebinar\, learn to unpack the ways that proficiency and growth are measured and identify the students who need additional or different supports. \nThis recorded presentation will be of interest to K-12 teachers\, school and district leaders\, and MTSS coordinators.  \nAbout the Presenters \nJames Fleming is an experienced instructional leader who works with districts and charter schools nationwide. Before joining the Illuminate team\, James was a middle school science teacher\, an assistant principal\, and Director of Assessment and Accountability. As a director\, James led a complete overhaul of his district’s K-12 assessment strategy\, which redefined the district’s measures of student success at a classroom\, site\, and district levels. He is dedicated to improving the school experience for all students. \n  \nDr. Alisabeth Shearn has spent her entire career in curriculum\, instruction\, and assessment. After starting out as a classroom teacher\, she went on to earn a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction followed by a second masters and Ph.D. in developmental psychology at The Ohio State University. She served as an assessment coordinator and director at two large Colorado school districts during which time\, she earned eight awards from the American Educational Research Association for Assessment Results Reporting. She also served as president of the state-wide assessment director and program evaluator’s network. In 2001\, she co-founded Alpine Achievement\, an edtech company providing support for data management\, visualization\, and student plans to hundreds of K-12 school districts from 13 states and three countries. Since merging with Illuminate Education in 2018\, Alisabeth now is a part of the product team where she is focused on the vision and strategy for the future of product. \n  \nJoin the Leadership and Innovation community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nIlluminate Education is the leading provider of formative assessment\, analytics\, and data visualization solutions for K-12 education. Serving more than 12 million students around the country\, we are committed to increasing the power of teaching and the delight of learning.
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SUMMARY:Neuropsychological Evaluation and Treatment Issues in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Christine Barry\, Ph.D.\, Pediatric Neuropsychologist\, Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital\, OH\, and Associate Professor of Pediatrics\, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center\, OH \nSponsored by Monarch Center for Autism\, STAR Autism Support\, and VizZle \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nChildren with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) present with unique strengths and weaknesses. A thorough evaluation is necessary to guide treatment. In this edWebinar\, Dr. Christine Barry: \n\nDefines diagnostic criteria for ASD and co-morbid conditions (e.g.\, ADHD\, anxiety\, social communication disorder) according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders\, Fifth Edition (DSM-5)\nDiscusses components of a neuropsychological assessment\nIdentifies useful intervention techniques for children with ASD\n\nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to preK-12 teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders\, as well as therapists\, social workers\, and other specialists. \nAbout the Presenter \nChristine Barry\, Ph.D. is a pediatric neuropsychologist at Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital in Cleveland\, Ohio\, and an associate professor of Pediatrics at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center. She is a member of many professional organizations including the American Psychological Association\, Ohio Psychological Association\, International Neuropsychological Society\, Autism Society of America\, and National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. The author of several articles on traumatic brain injury in children and director of an annual community education series on autism\, Dr. Barry also specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of children/adolescents with autism spectrum disorders. She is a consultant at Monarch Center for Autism and on the Advisory Committee of Milestones Autism Resources. \n \nJoin the Teaching Students with Autism community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nMonarch Center for Autism\, a division of Bellefaire JCB\, is located in Cleveland\, Ohio. Monarch offers a comprehensive array of programs and services for individuals ages three through adulthood with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Highlights\, which incorporate Monarch’s visual language treatment model\, include a preschool; day school for children\, adolescents & young adults; transition education program; summer & extended school year programs; therapeutic residential treatment program; adult vocational & supported living programs; and community training. \n  \nSTAR Autism Support (SAS) provides curriculum materials\, workshops and training to school and agency staff who work with students with autism. Our mission is to help others successfully implement research-based applied behavior analysis (ABA) techniques. We want every child with autism to receive effective instruction! \n  \nVizZle provides a library of more than 14\,000 lessons and the tools and media to customize them or create your own from scratch. The lessons can be tailored to any grade level\, assigned to any student\, and played on iPad or Android tablets\, laptop or desktop computers. Data is tracked automatically. This award-winning software is developed collaboratively with educators.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/autism20190411/
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SUMMARY:Elevating Digital Citizenship Through an SEL Lens
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Yefei Jin\, Product Manager\, Nearpod \nSponsored by Nearpod \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nWe know social-emotional learning (SEL) is important in empowering students with abilities that impact their academic and personal life\, but figuring out how and when to teach SEL skills can be daunting to even the most seasoned educator. This edWebinar explores how you can integrate SEL into your school and district. \nThe presentation explores: \n\nTips and tricks for easy SEL infusion into every lesson\nHow using VR and interactive\, collaborative activities can bridge SEL and digital citizenship and literacy\nA first look at Nearpod’s newest supplemental curriculum built in partnership with Common Sense Education\n\nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to K-12 and higher education teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders.  \nAbout the Presenter \nAs a product manager at Nearpod\, Yefei Jin develops meaningful\, standards-aligned instructional content that bridges curriculum and technology to transform teaching at schools and districts across the country. \n  \n  \n  \nJoin the Social-Emotional Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nNearpod is an award-winning edtech company creating engaging classroom experiences. The company\, recently named EdTech Digest’s Company of the Year\, gives K-12 teachers ready to run lessons created in partnership with leading brands like Common Sense Education\, PhET and the Pulitzer Center and is actively used by 60 percent of US school districts.
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SUMMARY:How Early Literacy Impacts Reading to Learn: Research\, Strategies and Digital Tools
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Joyce King\, Adjunct Professor\, University of Tennessee at Martin\, and Facilitator\, PBS TeacherLine; and Dr. Helen Teague\, Media Coordinator\, CCE Finland\, Adjunct Professor\, Grand Canyon University\, and Facilitator\, PBS TeacherLine \nSponsored by PBS TeacherLine \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nOf the four language skills—reading\, writing\, listening\, and speaking—reading has the greatest impact on academic success. When students struggle to read in early grades\, their ability to master content across the curriculum is impacted and their excitement about learning is diminished. \nWatch Dr. Joyce King and Dr. Helen Teague\, both PBS TeacherLine online course facilitators\, as they examine the importance of early literacy in order to support the long-term success of students. In the edWebinar\, they share: \n\nResearch for effective literacy instruction\nComponents of comprehensive early literacy instruction and how they connect to reading to learn\nTheory to practice: The importance of teacher modeling\nStrategies to incorporate into the curriculum to help students become passionate and self-motivated readers\, including e-books and other digital tools\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to build your knowledge of the science of teaching reading and to learn practical strategies to ensure all your students become strong readers. This recorded presentation will be of interest to K-12 teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, guidance counselors\, and school psychologists.  \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Joyce King is proud to be celebrating her 50th year as a professional educator. Her work has ranged from Elementary Classroom Teacher to Project Facilitator for Technical Resources for Clark County School District in Las Vegas\, NV. Currently\, Dr. King is an adjunct professor supervising student teachers for the University of Tennessee at Martin and a national online course facilitator for PBS TeacherLine. Dr. King holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education\, a master’s degree in health education\, and a doctorate in educational leadership. As a lifelong learner\, she has facilitated graduate online courses for the University of Phoenix and Nevada’s Regional Professional Development Program (RPDP). She co-developed the training program and handbook for online instructors for RPDP and designed the online teacher training course for Kids Voting Greater Las Vegas. \n \nDr. Helen Teague serves as a national online course facilitator for PBS TeacherLine and the media coordinator for the Council of Creative Education (CCE) in Tampere\, Finland. She is also an adjunct professor for Grand Canyon University. Dr. Teague taught for 17 years in public and private schools in California and Texas. In 2006\, she began teaching with PBS TeacherLine. Proving that “booting up isn’t hard to do\,” Dr. Teague has visited 44 states and 3 countries as a digital learning coach\, digital storyteller\, speaker\, and internet concierge. In 2017\, Dr. Teague completed her doctorate in learning technologies from Pepperdine University. Her dissertation considered the integration of digital and mobile technology and design practices of online educators at PBS TeacherLine. \n  \nJoin the Literacy and Critical Thinking community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nPBS TeacherLine courses offer educators online\, standards-based professional development opportunities that are tied directly to the curriculum and incorporate assignments and activities that can be used in the classroom right away. Expertly facilitated by instructors with years of experience and deep content knowledge\, PBS TeacherLine courses are the perfect way to build your skills\, enhance your knowledge and grow in your career.
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SUMMARY:How to Lead Conversations About Healthy\, Responsible Media Use
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Monica Burns\, Curriculum and Edtech Consultant\, Founder of ClassTechTips.com; and Heather Inyart\, Executive Director\, Media Power Youth \nSponsored by Media Power Youth \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nMedia\, from video games and commercials to movies and social media\, has an enormous influence on students’ behavior\, thoughts\, health and well-being. Educators see its impact every day in the classroom. How do we teach our students to become knowledgeable\, responsible consumers and creators of media in today’s digital world? \nWatch Dr. Monica Burns\, Edtech Consultant and Founder of ClassTechTips.com\, in this edWebinar as she shares: \n\nStudents’ roles as consumers and creators of media in school and out\nThe importance of teaching students what responsible media interaction is\nStrategies to facilitate constructive conversations about media literacy in the classroom\nWays to practice and encourage healthy media creation\nStrategies for engaging families in conversations about media literacy at home\n\nDr. Burns is joined by Heather Inyart\, Executive Director at Media Power Youth\,  who shares insight into how media impacts our societal and cultural norms and the effect this can have on young people’s behaviors and health in areas such as violence\, substance misuse\, and nutrition. She also provides evidence-based ways to empower students to make both healthier and smarter decisions about media. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to elementary through middle school teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, guidance counselors\, and school psychologists. \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Burns is a curriculum and edtech consultant and founder of the popular blog\, podcast and website\, ClassTechTips.com. As a classroom teacher\, Dr. Burns realized the power of the technology tools in the classroom and started ClassTechTips.com to provide a resource for educators and administrators on implementing edtech. Today\, she works with schools across the country to make technology integration exciting and accessible for teachers. She is a frequent presenter at national and international conferences and is also the author of several books\, including Tasks Before Apps\, #FormativeTech: Meaningful\, Sustainable\, and Scannable Formative Assessment with Technology and Deeper Learning with QR Codes. \n  \nHeather Inyart is the executive director for Media Power Youth\, a media literacy educational nonprofit that empowers young people to engage with media in smart\, healthy ways. In partnership with educators\, health professionals\, and community leaders\, Heather leads the development of curriculum and programs to teach the critical thinking skills students need to navigate the complexities of a media-rich world. These programs address how media influences children’s physical and mental health\, peer relationships\, academic success\, and social norms around at-risk behaviors including substance use and violence. Prior joining Media Power Youth\, Heather held a variety of positions in marketing\, product development\, and strategic planning for consumer products companies and nonprofit organizations. \n  \nJoin the Real World Literacy community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nMedia Power Youth is a nonprofit organization that empowers youth to lead healthy\, safe lives through smart media use. Working collaboratively with health\, education\, and business experts\, MPY provides curricula\, training\, and workshops in media literacy for young people\, parents\, and professionals that proactively address the social and cultural issues that not only impact children’s physical and mental health\, but also their long-term success in both school and in life.
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SUMMARY:State Leadership for K12 Broadband Implementation: Driving Connectivity for Student Success
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Christine Fox\, Deputy Executive Director\, SETDA; and Ryan Kocsondy\, Director\, Connecticut Education Network (CEN)\nHosted by SETDA \nSponsored by Education Networks of America (ENA)\, Kajeet\, Mobile Beacon\, and Parana River Group \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nThis edWebinar is the launch of SETDA’s latest resource\, State K-12 Broadband Leadership 2019: Driving Connectivity\, Access and Ensuring Student Success. In this report\, SETDA builds upon the research and recommendations from the 2016 State K-12 Broadband Leadership Report with a focus on the role of state leadership in supporting districts and schools to increase high-speed connectivity and access for students and educators. \nState leaders from Connecticut share their unique approaches to Wi-Fi implementation and support statewide including statewide partnerships\, regional consortia and policy initiatives. This recorded edWebinar will be of interest to state and district administrators\, CIOs\, IT directors\, E-Rate coordinators\, network leaders and tech coordinators. \nAbout the Presenters \nChristine Fox is the deputy executive director for SETDA. As Deputy Executive Director\, she collaborates with the executive director in charting strategic direction\, administration\, planning and financial decisions involving SETDA. She also facilitates the members’ professional learning opportunities including planning and implementing the content for SETDA’s virtual and in-person events and newsletters. In addition\, she manages many of SETDA’s research and product development projects from conception to publication. The management of such projects includes coordinating data collection from all states\, supervising consultants and staff\, ensuring member input and supervising the publishing process. Recent publications and projects include Navigating the Digital Shift\, Digital Instructional Materials Acquisition Policies for States\, OER Case Studies: Implementation in Action\, The Broadband Imperative and From Data to Information. Christine’s background includes experience in education and consulting. She has worked as an educational consultant and curriculum developer for a national whole school reform model\, ESOL coordinator and 3rd grade teacher. Christine has a Masters of Science in teaching English as a second language from Florida International University and received her bachelor’s degree in English literature from Florida State University. \nRyan Kocsondy brings over 17 years of technology and business experience to the Connecticut Education Network (CEN) team. He previously managed UConn’s Network Engineering and Data Center Operations teams\, having started his career there as a junior network technician in the summer of 2001. More recently\, Ryan spent five years restructuring and revitalizing IT service and support as the director of UConn Hartford ITS and helped design the IT\, AV\, and security infrastructure from the ground up for the new UConn Hartford Campus which opened in the fall of 2017. Ryan serves on the Member Board of Directors for NEREN and The Quilt\, representing CEN and its members regionally and nationally among research and education network peers. \n  \nJoin the Essential Elements for Digital Content community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nThe State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA) is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit membership association launched by state education agency leaders in 2001 to serve\, support and represent their emerging interests and needs with respect to the use of technology for teaching\, learning\, and school operations. Our current work is guided by a strategic plan\, Leading\, Inspiring and Empowering: The 2013-16 SETDA Strategic Plan\, adopted by the SETDA Board of Directors in October 2012 after extensive consultation with the membership. The SETDA mission is to build and increase the capacity of state and national leaders to improve education through technology policy and practice.\n \nENA delivers comprehensive technology solutions supported by exceptional customer care to education and library institutions across the nation. In 2018\, ENA joined forces with a company who share ENA’s same vision and passion for delivering excellence—CatchOn. CatchOn is a user-friendly data analytics tool that enables school districts to make data-informed decisions about the apps and online tools their educators and students are using. Collectively\, ENA and CatchOn leverage their respective resources and expertise to deliver critical services and solutions to America’s community anchor institutions. \nKajeet\, the industry leader for safe\, managed mobile solutions\, powers the K-12 connected environment. Our secure Kajeet Sentinel® platform centrally manages and enables safe\, online connectivity and visibility into mobile learning environments. Schools and districts can manage and protect student mobile devices anywhere to create an ideal learning environment while extending the school day with Wi-Fi on the bus and Internet access outside the classroom. From the classroom to home\, Kajeet has students covered.\n \nMobile Beacon provides fourth generation (4G) mobile broadband services exclusively to schools\, libraries and nonprofit organizations across the United States through an agreement with Sprint. Mobile Beacon was created by a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the second largest national educational broadband service (EBS) provider in the country. We help educators and nonprofits get the Internet access they need and extend access within their communities to those who need it most.\n \nThe Parana River team has deep expertise across the entire life cycle of identifying\, planning\, executing\, operating and growing technology solutions. We help our clients focus on unlocking value contained within their organizations through better use of technology to understand\, reach\, grow and retain clients\, as well as to understand and seize opportunities in new markets and products that align well with their business goals.
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