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SUMMARY:Using Video Games to Ignite the Entrepreneur Inside Every Student
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Nick Night\, Game Producer\, Venture Valley; and Carrie Willis\, STEAM and Technology Director\, Valley Preparatory School (CA) \nSponsored by Singleton Foundation for Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nView this edWebinar to discover ways to bridge classroom learning and real-world business. Educators learn how to teach and inspire students to become their own boss. Using the free\, award-winning Venture Valley game\, educators can easily teach business concepts in a fun way to help students better understand all the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. \nGame producer Nick Night starts by leading an engaging tour through the Venture Valley game\, highlighting all the different ways kids can learn how to run a business while having an entertaining time. Following Nick\, STEAM and Technology Director at Valley Preparatory School Carrie Willis (star of Venture Valley’s masterclass videos) gives an in-depth talk on how to incorporate the game into the classroom to teach the 4 C’s (Critical Thinking\, Collaboration\, Communication\, and Creative Thinking). Educators will walk away inspired and ready to get into the game! \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nNick Night is Venture Valley’s Game Producer and a seasoned executive in animation and gaming\, specializing in creating and developing original concepts.  \n \nCarrie Willis is the Technology and STEAM Director at Valley Preparatory School\, a private school for students in preschool through eighth grade\, in Redlands\, CA. During her 20+ year teaching and mentoring career\, she has developed a love for educational technology and project-based learning. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Game-Based 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\n \n\nVenture Valley is a project of The Singleton Foundation\, a non-profit with the mission of making financial competence a reality for everyone. We are led by a team of game industry and entertainment executives\, with decades of experience in product development\, marketing\, and business leadership.
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CATEGORIES:21st Century Learning,Business Ed and Entrepreneurship,Career Education,Game-Based Learning,Technology for Learning
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SUMMARY:Staying Current on Youth Vaping Prevention from FDA Center for Tobacco Products
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Ashley Roberts\, Supervisory Health Communications Specialist\, FDA Center for Tobacco Products \nSponsored by U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Tobacco Products \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features.  \nThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Vaping Prevention and Education Resource Center provides free materials for teachers to educate youth about the dangers of tobacco use. In this edWebinar\, viewers learn about a robust collection of science-based\, standards-mapped classroom resources that provide educators with the tools they need to have informed discussions with middle and high school students about vaping. Since its initial launch in 2022\, the Resource Center has been updated with new content such as Kahoot! quizzes and a comprehensive Spanish microsite for Spanish-speaking students. \n\nView this edWebinar to see these new cross-curricular resources\, as well as lesson plans\, interactive tools\, infographics\, and videos. Discover how these resources can be used to start an open discussion about vaping nicotine with students and encourage them to make healthy choices when it comes to nicotine. Hear from Ashley Roberts\, Supervisory Health Communications Specialist at FDA\, as she discusses the formative research used in developing this Resource Center\, the ongoing need for these resources\, as well as how to navigate the resources’ new features. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nAshley Roberts has spent more than 15 years with the federal government\, beginning her career in 2008 as a Human Resources Specialist with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). In 2010\, Ashley transitioned to a Public Affairs Specialist with USACE where she served as a point of contact for civil works and military construction projects with the Baltimore District. Since joining FDA in 2014\, Ashley has worked on numerous projects including education outreach initiatives\, “The Real Cost” e-cigarette prevention campaign launch\, non-tobacco nicotine\, product authorizations\, tobacco product master files\, and more. She currently serves as a supervisor where she oversees a variety of regulatory and public health education announcements. Ashley obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and mass communication\, with a focus in journalism\, from the University of Delaware in 2008. She obtained a Master of Arts degree in communication from Johns Hopkins University in 2012.  \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nJoin the School Health & Safety 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 \nFDA’s Center for Tobacco Products develops policy\, issues regulations\, conducts research\, and educates the public about the dangers of tobacco products. Our mission is to protect the public health of the U.S. population from tobacco-related death and disease by comprehensively regulating the manufacture\, distribution\, and marketing of tobacco products; educating the public\, especially youth\, about the dangers of using tobacco products; and promoting and supporting strategies that ensure an equitable chance at living a healthier life for everyone.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/schoolsafety20240130/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,School Safety
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SUMMARY:Portrait of a Graduate: How to Develop Durable Skills for the 21st Century and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Ken Kay\, Education Provocateur; Stephanie Reyes\, Teacher\, Val Verde Unified School District (CA); and Alison Shell\, Senior Research Scientist\, Digital Promise\nModerated by Barbara Pape\, Senior Director\, Learner Variability Project\, Digital Promise \nSponsored by Digital Promise \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nDurable skills for the 21st century are on the minds of many educators and district leaders. These skills can include developing critical thinking\, curiosity\, creativity\, and collaboration—skills a growing number of employers seek in new employees based on the rapidly evolving needs of the Digital Revolution. Unfortunately\, these skills are not made available to far too many students. Preparing to introduce these skills in schools redefines student success and elevates new education goals. These can be found in the Portrait of a Graduate framework used by many districts nationwide. \nIn this edWebinar\, we hear the history of Portrait of a Graduate and be provided with examples of how schools have adopted this framework and addressed these skills so that all students can meet success. We also hear about the Learner Variability Project’s new learner model\, Portrait of a Learner\, to understand the importance of developing durable skills through a whole child lens\, the research that supports them\, and strategies to bring them to life in classrooms. Viewers learn about: \n\nSome of the key factors of learning that comprise the Portrait of a Learner\, including critical thinking\, collaboration\, creativity\, civic mindedness\, and curiosity\nHow to create a “greenlight culture” in schools in order to understand and address development of these durable skills\nThe importance of student ownership\nSpecific experiences of a teacher engaged in Portrait of a Learner work in her classroom\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nKen Kay has worked for almost two decades as an “education provocateur” promoting a new model of K-12 education for the 21st century. Most recently\, he served as CEO of Edleader21\, a professional learning community of more than 200 school districts around the United States. Prior to his work with Edleader21\, Ken was the Founding President of the Partnership for 21st Century Skills and Executive Director of the CEO Forum on Education and Technology. Ken’s latest book\, Redefining Student Success: Building a New Vision to Transform Leading\, Teaching\, and Learning\, was co-authored with Suzie Boss and published by Corwin in 2021. He is also co-author with Valerie Greenhill of The Leader’s Guide to 21st Century Education: 7 Steps for Schools and Districts. Ken is a graduate of Oberlin College and the University of Denver College of Law. \n \nStephanie Reyes is an elementary school teacher at Triple Crown Elementary in the Val Verde Unified School District. Her teaching journey began in 2018\, and since then\, she has been working with her fellow educators to create a positive impact on their students. Presently\, Stephanie teaches in a fourth-grade dual language immersion classroom. She collaborates with the dual language team at her site to foster an environment where students excel academically and develop crucial bilingual and biliterate skills. Committed to the three pillars of dual language education—bilingualism/biliteracy\, high academic achievement in both program languages\, and sociocultural competence—she strives to provide her students with a well-rounded education. In her current role\, Stephanie aspires to guide her students toward the district’s Portrait of a Graduate\, emphasizing critical thinking\, flexibility\, creativity\, communication\, and collaboration—skills essential for their future success. Beyond the classroom\, Stephanie collaborates with fellow educators at Triple Crown Elementary to achieve various site goals. These goals encompass a broad spectrum\, including K-5 literacy\, mathematical practices\, STEAM integration\, college and career readiness\, as well as fostering a positive climate and culture within the school. Stephanie’s commitment to these goals extends to promoting PBIS skills (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) and incorporating social justice standards into her teaching\, ensuring a well-rounded and inclusive educational experience for all students.  \n \nAlison Shell\, Ph.D. is the Senior Research Scientist on the Learner Variability Project at Digital Promise. She is passionate about bridging the research and practice gap and thinking about how we can share our knowledge and learn from one another. Her work focuses on surfacing research across the learning sciences to empower educators to use research to better understand their students and support learner success. She recently moved from D.C. to return to her Boston roots along with her two young children whom she learns more from every day than she could from reading all the research in the world. Alison received her Ph.D. in psychology from the University of Maryland and her B.A. in cognitive science from Vassar College. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nBarbara Pape\, Senior Director for the Learner Variability Project at Digital Promise\, led a three-year national survey on learner variability and teacher practice\, wrote the paper defining learner variability\, hosts a monthly webinar series\, and co-developed The IEP Project. Previously\, she worked in policy analysis and communications for nonprofits and in the U.S. Senate. Barbara has written for numerous publications and was editor of the first electronically delivered education newsletter\, the Daily Report Card. Previously\, she produced the Teaching & Learning conference for the National Board\, worked in the communications office for the AFT during President Al Shanker’s tenure\, and headed up government relations for the City Colleges of Chicago. As a first-generation college student\, she is working on her Ph.D. at University College London and earned an Ed.M. at Harvard in reading and literacy. Barbara launched her career as a middle school teacher in her hometown of Pittsburgh. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Personalize Learning for Learner Variability 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 shapes the future of learning and advances equitable education systems by bringing together solutions across research\, practice\, and technology.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/personalizedlearning20240131/
CATEGORIES:21st Century Learning,Character Education,Personalized Learning,School Culture/Climate,Student Agency and Voice
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SUMMARY:Get Future Ready with AI: A Roadmap for District Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Kecia Ray\, Transformation Coach\, K20Connect; and Jerry Almendarez\, Superintendent\, Santa Ana Unified School District (CA) \nSponsored by Writable \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nOnly 7% of school systems are providing guidance on AI\, yet teachers\, parents\, and students have all emphasized the critical need for AI policy and implementation. Building and implementing a district AI policy takes considerable planning\, but it doesn’t have to be daunting. In this edLeader Panel\, viewers gain valuable insights from experienced district leaders and state-level consultants who have been at the forefront of shaping AI policy. You learn how to garner your stakeholders’ support\, plan a multifaceted but straightforward policy\, and begin the implementation process for the future of teacher and student learning. \nThe panelists review the shift towards generative AI\, unpack federal- and state-level initiatives\, and provide sample policies and practices from trusted organizations and first-mover districts. Jerry Almendarez and Dr. Kecia Ray explain the process for gaining stakeholder support and implementing AI plans in alignment with well-known guidelines. Viewers leave equipped with examples of initiatives and processes to bring back to district discussions and resources mentioned in the presentation. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn from your peers in the ever-evolving landscape of AI in education! This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to school and district leaders\, education technology leaders\, teachers\, and librarians of all grade levels. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Kecia Ray is an award-winning administrator with a track record of transforming large urban districts. Harvard University and the U.S. Department of Education recognized her work in Nashville\, and her most recent projects include consulting with the New York City Department of Education and Los Angeles Public Schools to pivot to blended learning in response to the global pandemic. She serves the South Carolina Department of Education as a transformation coach for virtual schools and leads a community forum and consulting network\, K20Connect\, along with other passion projects.  \n \nJerry Almendarez’ career in education spans over 30 years and includes experience as a classroom teacher\, assistant principal\, and principal. Jerry also served as Director of Human Resources for Colton Joint Unified from 2003 to 2007\, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources from 2007 to 2010\, and Superintendent from 2010 to 2020. As the Superintendent of Schools for the Santa Ana Unified School District\, he is responsible for leading one of the largest school districts in the state\, with 56 schools and programs\, approximately 5\,000 employees\, and an expense budget of $890.6 million. \nJerry has a master’s degree in educational leadership from the University of Redlands and a bachelor’s degree in business/finance from Cal State San Bernardino. Jerry has also taught as an adjunct professor at Azusa Pacific University and the University of Redlands and was named a 2019 TED-Ed Innovative Educator. In 2020\, he was named CALSA Region 6 Superintendent of the Year. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Emerging Tech for K12 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\nWritable scaffolds student learning and builds lifelong writing and reading skills for students in grades 3-12. This all-in-one solution used by more than 16k schools and districts saves time on daily instruction and feedback\, includes 1k+ customizable assignments\, and has the latest AI-powered tools for assignment creation\, targeted feedback\, and grading.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/emergingtech20240131/
CATEGORIES:21st Century Learning,Artificial Intelligence,Leadership/Administration,Technology for Learning
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SUMMARY:Brilliance in the Building: Effecting Change in Urban Schools
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Bo Ryan\, Author and Principal\, Ana Grace Academy of the Arts 6-8 (CT) \nSponsored by Solution Tree \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nIn this edWebinar\, you hear from Bo Ryan\, Author of The Brilliance in the Building and Principal of Ana Grace Academy of the Arts 6-8 (CT). Bo shows how your urban school can make an impact on student achievement and change the trajectory of student lives using the time available during the day\, the resources in the book\, and the brilliance in the building—your amazing staff! \nWritten with the needs of urban educators in mind\, this essential guide shares specific action steps and ready-to-use tools for supporting successful Professional Learning Communities at Work®. All of the reproducibles were created based on 25 years of extensive research and actual use in schools. Leaders and staff in urban schools cannot do this work in isolation; they must work together to accomplish their goals\, therefore\, the work in this book is grounded in the PLC at Work principles. View this session to learn how to create: \n\nA culture of care in your school environment\nA culture of collaboration in your building with three categories: maximizing time\, ensuring the success of teams\, and coaching the teams\nShared knowledge of the learning block process focused on creating a guaranteed and viable curriculum; creating\, administering\, and scoring common formative assessments; and meeting in data teams while bringing the team meeting to the classroom\nA culture of continuous learning in your school to provide staff with job-embedded\, cost-effective professional development\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers and school leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nBo Ryan is Principal of the Ana Grace Academy of the Arts 6-8 in Bloomfield\, Connecticut. He is passionate about building and sustaining professional learning communities (PLCs)\, creating high-performing teams\, and supporting urban educators. He has worked in education since 1994\, having served as a teacher\, coach\, director\, adjunct professor\, and principal. Bo is certified in PLCs\, Response to Intervention (RTI)\, Transforming School Culture\, and Priority Schools in a PLC at Work. Bo also is certified as a Marzano Associate. He has led two schools to Model PLC status with his current school also recognized as a Marzano High-Reliability School. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Creating a Positive School Climate 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 \nSince 1998\, Solution Tree has worked to empower educators. We share your vision to transform education to ensure learning for all\, and we can help you make this vision a reality. No other professional learning company provides our unique blend of research-based\, results-driven services that improve learning outcomes for students.
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CATEGORIES:Curriculum Development,Professional Development,School Culture/Climate,Student Achievement
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SUMMARY:Transform Student Writing from “Meh” to Masterful
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kristina Smekens\, President and Lead Consultant\, Smekens Education Solutions \nSponsored by Smekens Education Solutions \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nMany students can string words into sentences and paragraphs\, but too often their end product is vague\, underdeveloped\, and unorganized. To produce the quality of writing required in the standards and on assessments\, students need to understand what constitutes “good” writing and then apply the skills to achieve that benchmark. \nDuring this engaging edWebinar for K-12 educators\, writing expert Kristina Smekens identifies the characteristics common to all good writing and share instructional strategies to transform student writing from “meh” to masterful. Join Kristina as she: \n\nUnveils the research-based traits of “good” writing across all grade levels and genres\nShares concrete strategies to communicate these ingredients to students\nItemizes a list of priority writing skills to teach throughout the year\nEmpowers attendees to provide relevant instruction and targeted feedback\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nKristina Smekens has built a reputation for using enthusiasm\, humor\, and common sense to equip K-12 educators with practical\, demystifying strategies for teaching reading and writing. As President and Lead Consultant for Smekens Education\, she is a leader in developing new strategies to help teachers meet the demands of today’s College- and Career-Ready Standards. She and her associates share those strategies with teachers around the globe through on-site professional development\, virtual and in-person seminars\, and an always-growing pool of print\, digital\, and video resources. Kristina has authored more than 50 books\, guides\, and classroom tools designed to help teachers implement best-practice literacy strategies. The Comprehension Playbook; Launching the Writer’s Workshop: Grades K-2; and Launching the Writer’s Workshop: Grades 3-12 are among the most popular titles. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the ELA Today 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\nSmekens Education helps K-12 schools improve achievement in reading and writing by providing educators with practical and engaging professional learning. The team at Smekens specializes in inspiring teachers with simple\, best-practice literacy strategies that can be implemented right away. Schools around the globe rely on Smekens to provide powerful PD\, whether it occurs in-person\, virtually\, or on-demand. \n\n \n 
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CATEGORIES:Education Research/Evidence,English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,Student Achievement
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SUMMARY:Igniting Summer Learning with STEAM
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kara Ball\, Academic Officer\, Teacher Created Materials \nSponsored by Teacher Created Materials \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nEnrich your summer programs and increase student engagement by exploring effective approaches to incorporating STEAM (science\, technology\, engineering\, arts\, mathematics) education. View this edWebinar to discover how STEAM seamlessly integrates reading\, writing\, math\, and science\, providing hands-on and engaging experiences that equip students with future-ready skills. \nKara Ball\, Academic Officer at Teacher Created Materials\, addresses common pain points in summer education\, emphasizing practical solutions that explore the importance of student engagement and the role of STEAM in making learning more enjoyable. In this edWebinar\, viewers: \n\nDiscover hands-on and engaging activities that make learning fun\nUnderstand how STEAM can enrich learning across subject areas\nRecognize the role of STEAM in providing students with skills for success in the future\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 educators\, education leaders\, curriculum specialists\, and summer program coordinators. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nKara Ball currently works as an Academic Officer for Teacher Created Materials and specializes in science and STEAM education. Additionally\, Kara provides professional development in the content areas of math\, ELA\, science\, special education\, early childhood\, and social studies for schools\, districts\, teachers\, and educational trainers. Prior to joining TCM\, Kara served as a District Elementary STEM Education Specialist for Baltimore City Public Schools where she was responsible for curriculum development\, training\, evaluation\, and resource management across 131 schools. \nKara received a Bachelor of Science in elementary and special education from Towson University and a Master of Science in curriculum\, instruction\, and assessment from Walden University. Currently\, she is a Ph.D. candidate in innovative education at Walden University. Kara is also a National Board-Certified Teacher in early childhood and has been a part of the NBCT organization since 2014. \nJoin the Build Educator Capacity and Boost Student Achievement community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edLeader Panels\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nTeacher Created Materials develops innovative and imaginative educational materials and services for students worldwide. Everything we do is created by teachers for teachers and students to make teaching more effective and learning more fun. Join us on our mission to create a world where children truly want to learn.
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CATEGORIES:21st Century Learning,STEM/STEAM,Student Achievement,Student Engagement and Motivation
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SUMMARY:Mathematical Problem Solving Through Strategies and Models
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Pamela Harris\, Founder and CEO\, Math is Figure-out-able™; Kim Montague\, Podcast Co-Host and Content Lead\, Math is Figure-out-able™; and Brendan Scribner\, Director of Implementation and Success\, Exemplars\nModerated by Jay Meadows\, CEO\, Exemplars \nSponsored by Exemplars \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nFeaturing special guests Pam Harris and Kim Montague. \nAt the heart of our discussion lies a powerful concept: Math is Figure-out-able™. \nJoin us as we explore how mathematical strategies and models guide students to ambitious problem solving\, the construction of mathematical relationships\, and the cultivation of flexibility. Together\, we identify ways for educators to leverage the brilliance inherent in our students’ knowledge\, supporting the growth of confident mathematicians. Additionally\, we explore productive ways for you to utilize problem strings and performance tasks\, to foster flexible thinking and empower your mathematicians. \nDuring this edWebinar\, we: \n\nUnpack “math is figure-out-able”\nExperience a problem string\, a purposefully designed sequence of related problems that helps students mentally construct numerical relationships and                       nudges them toward a major\, efficient strategy\nExamine student thinking from an Exemplars performance task that intentionally builds upon our problem string\nEngage with a teacher lens to understand what the students know and are able to do\nBuild a next-step teacher action problem string as our learning moves forward\nDiscuss the relationship between fact fluency\, math relationships\, and mathematical understanding\n\nTeachers and school and district leaders of all grade levels are encouraged to view this engaging edWebinar. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nPam Harris\, Founder and CEO of Math is Figure-out-able™\, is changing the way we view and teach mathematics. She is a mom\, a former high school math teacher\, a university lecturer\, an author\, and a mathematics teacher educator. Real Math is thinking mathematically\, not just mimicking what a teacher does. Pam helps leaders and teachers to make the shift that supports students to learn Real Math. \n \nKim Montague\, podcast co-host and content lead at Math is Figure-out-able™\, has been a grades 3-5 teacher\, instructional coach\, workshop presenter\, and curriculum developer. She’s a self-proclaimed number junkie\, super fan of teachers\, and can’t stop talking to kids about what they know. She loves visiting classrooms and believes that when you know your content and know your kids\, real learning occurs. \n  \n \nBrendan Scribner\, Director of Implementation and Success for Exemplars\, began his career in education as a middle school math teacher in Vermont in 1998\, before spending the last 20 years as a fourth-grade classroom teacher in Hanover\, New Hampshire. He earned his master’s in the science of teaching mathematics from the Vermont Math Initiative. As a passionate classroom educator\, he strives to be a mathematical identity builder with a keen focus on learning experiences that cultivate wonder\, joy\, and reveal the beauty of mathematics for all. Brendan supports educators at Exemplars\, with a strong commitment to building contextually relevant problem solving into established curricula. An area of particular importance in his work is the power of productive discourse and how “talk moves” within a classroom. When he is not immersed in his work as an educator\, he enjoys family time\, cycling\, hiking\, skiing\, leisure travel\, and crafting unique wood products. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nJay Meadows serves as Exemplars’ Chief Executive Officer. He is a former middle school math and science teacher and has been working in education for almost three decades. Jay holds a Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of Vermont and a master’s in mathematical pedagogy from Southern New Hampshire University. \nJay is also one of Exemplars’ primary performance task writers and professional development consultants for the middle level. Leading sessions throughout the United States\, Jay works with teachers to integrate performance tasks and research-based best practices into their curriculum. Through Exemplars\, Jay dreams of teaching a generation of students to become powerful problem solvers. \nPrior to his career in education\, Jay coordinated delegations from the former Soviet Union through programs with the U.S. State Department. Jay has also worked alongside a number of international non-profits and is a former Peace Corps volunteer. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Math Proficiency 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 \nExemplars provides performance tasks\, rubrics\, and student anchor papers for schools and districts in Math\, Science\, and Writing. Our performance material engages students and promotes reasoning\, communication\, and higher-order thinking. Performance tasks are classroom-tested and may be used for assessment\, instruction\, and professional development. Exemplars’ supplemental resources are research-based and designed to meet state\, national\, and Common Core standards.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mathskills20240206/
CATEGORIES:Mathematics,STEM/STEAM,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy
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SUMMARY:Strategies to Build English Learners' Language Skills: From Newcomers to Advanced
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Brenda Adeva\, Educational Consultant\, Ballard & Tighe; and Pamela Abbey\, Educational Consultant\, Ballard & Tighe \nSponsored by Ballard & Tighe \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThe number of English learners (ELs) is growing in classrooms across the country. Regardless of the approach schools use to support their ELs—sheltered classes\, push in\, pull out\, or even a pull aside—students need explicit instruction in reading\, writing\, speaking\, and listening. During this fast-paced edWebinar\, former EL teacher Brenda Adeva shares strategies to build students’ language skills and confidence. She demonstrates: \n\nDifferent ways to use images to practice vocabulary\nScaffolded approaches to using sentence frames to practice grammatical forms and language functions\nSpeak to Write for all levels\nHow students’ home languages can support English language instruction\n\nWhether you’re a dedicated EL teacher or a general subject teacher with ELs in your classes\, tune in to learn practices you can use immediately to support ELs at every stage of language acquisition. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nBrenda Adeva spent 15 years teaching in the classroom\, mentoring teachers\, and developing curricula\, specifically in the field of ESL and language development\, before joining Ballard & Tighe. She specialized in teaching multi-level classrooms\, blended learning\, and creating interactive learning opportunities in the classroom. Brenda has a bachelor’s degree in Chinese\, a master’s in English TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages)\, and is currently working on obtaining her Master of Business Administration in nonprofit management and marketing management. She is passionate about teaching and learning languages (she’s fluent in five!) and her commitment to both is evident. \n \nPamela Abbey is an Educational Consultant for Ballard & Tighe. She has a master’s in TESOL in teaching from the University of Cincinnati. She has been teaching English learners for over 12 years\, primarily with newcomers from Puerto Rico. Pamela believes a hands-on approach to language learning helps students develop a range of applicable language skills that help them grow and develop their academic and real-life language vocabulary. She has observed that her students find the most success when they connect to their environment and life around them. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Supporting Emergent Bilingual Students 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\nFor over 45 years\, Ballard & Tighe has provided engaging and effective materials for assessing and instructing English learners. Our core and supplemental programs for K-12 provide a systematic and explicit approach to language learning and our pre-K-12 assessments support instructional decision-making.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/bilingual_ed20240207/
CATEGORIES:ALAS,Bilingual and Multilingual Language Acquisition,ELL/ESL Language Acquisition,English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,Reading Skills
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SUMMARY:Leading a Culture of Reading: How to Engage and Inspire Readers in Your School Community
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Lorraine Radice\, Ph.D.\, PreK–12 Director of Literacy\, Long Beach Public Schools (NY) \nSponsored by Solution Tree \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nIn this edWebinar\, viewers learn practical ways to involve multiple stakeholders in developing a productive and celebratory reading culture in schools and classrooms. The session begins with an overview of why it is important for educators to embrace the opportunities that establish an authentic reading culture and routine. It includes references and connections to the relationship between reading volume and achievement and future-ready skills. Strategies and practices are shared to invite students to sustain engagement in reading\, participate in a reading community\, and be reflective about their own reading identities\, habits\, and behaviors. \nThis edWebinar emphasizes designing relevant and joyful reading experiences that position students to be leaders of their own learning. Authentic examples from classrooms and schools are shown throughout to contextualize the ideas that are shared. Viewers leave with resources to bring back to their schools and classrooms to start implementing their learning right away. Learning outcomes include: \n\nLearn practical ways to cultivate a culture of reading in schools and classrooms\nGain plans for how various stakeholders (students\, teachers\, administrators\, caregivers\, and community members) can contribute to a child’s reading life\nReflect on how celebrating reading as a social experience can build community and joy in schools and classrooms\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers and instructional coaches. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nLorraine Radice\, Ph.D. is an educator\, author\, and presenter. She is currently the PreK–12 Director of Literacy in Long Beach Public Schools in New York and teaches courses in childhood education and literacy at Hofstra University. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Be a Literacy Hero 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 \nSince 1998\, Solution Tree has worked to empower educators. We share your vision to transform education to ensure learning for all\, and we can help you make this vision a reality. No other professional learning company provides our unique blend of research-based\, results-driven services that improve learning outcomes for students.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/literacyhero20240207/
CATEGORIES:Literacy,Reading Skills,School Culture/Climate,Student Agency and Voice
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SUMMARY:The Student-Centered Classroom: Elementary Edition (2nd\, 3rd\, 4th)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jamisa McCall\, Fourth-Grade Teacher\, Hoover City Schools (AL); Andora Ligi\, Second-Grade Teacher\, Sacramento City Unified School District (CA); Lindsey Wilson\, Second-Grade Teacher\, Jefferson County Public Schools (KY); and Toni Rose Deanon\, Community Engagement Manager\, The Modern Classrooms Project \nSponsored by The Modern Classrooms Project \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nIn this edWebinar\, the presenters explore innovative approaches to elementary education. Immerse yourself in the transformative realm of blended\, self-paced\, and mastery-based learning\, tailored specifically for young minds. Discover innovative strategies that cater to diverse learning styles\, nurturing a love for learning from an early age. \nThis session delves into creating engaging environments that empower elementary students\, fostering independence and a deep understanding of subjects. Explore the future of elementary education as we discuss and envision student-centered practices that lay the foundation for a lifetime of curiosity and academic success. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to teachers and school and district leaders of the second through fourth grades. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nJamisa McCall is a wife\, mother of two\, and dedicated educator with 13 years of experience. Committed to fostering an engaging and inclusive learning environment\, she currently serves as a fourth-grade teacher in Hoover\, Alabama. Jamisa’s passion for reaching every learner in her class has been recognized through her recent achievement as her school’s 2023-2024 Teacher of the Year. She attributes the transformative impact of the Modern Classroom model to enhancing the learning experience in her classroom. Outside of her professional endeavors\, Jamisa enjoys spending quality time with her family\, indulging in Hallmark movies\, and exploring her passion for baking. \n \nAndora Ligi lives in Sacramento\, California with her husband. She’s officially an empty nester but her three grown kids are constantly coming to stay at home! Andora has been teaching for 10 years\, currently in the second grade. She began her Modern Classrooms journey in 2020 after shutting down for the pandemic\, and when they resumed school in fall of 2021\, she began implementing the model in her first-grade\, distance-learning classroom. In the past two-and-a-half years\, Andora has honed her instruction using the model\, and also has become a DMCE and Expert Mentor for the Modern Classrooms Project. In that time\, she mentored over 50 educators through the program. Andora’s students and Andora herself LOVE this style of teaching and learning. She’s never looked back\, but only forward as she continues to expand her use of the model into more content areas. \n \nLindsey Wilson (she/her) is a second-grade teacher for Jeffersontown Elementary School in Louisville\, Kentucky. She earned a BA degree in psychology\, an MAT in elementary education\, and is currently working towards a Master of Library and Information Science. She completed the Modern Classroom Project last January and just became a Distinguished Modern Classroom Educator this past December. Since 2009\, Lindsey has taught preschool students through middle school in both private and public schools with an emphasis on elementary students. Lindsey is passionate about inclusion and representation and believes these things must be a priority in education. MCP has helped Lindsey create a stronger\, inclusive\, and supportive learning environment. \n \nToni Rose Deanon (they/them) is the Community Engagement Manager for The Modern Classrooms Project. They are a former English and ESL educator with 10 years of experience teaching in Atlanta\, Baltimore City\, and DC. They were also an instructional coach in Redmond and currently facilitate professional development for educators all over the world. They will forever identify as an educator and a lifetime learner. Toni Rose strives to be the educator that they never had growing up\, so they focus on anti-bias\, anti-racist work and want to create a brave space for everyone around them. As a queer Filipino\, they understand just how important it is to be represented\, be valued\, and belong. They especially love being a thought partner for and celebrating educators. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Student-Driven 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\nThe Modern Classrooms Project empowers educators to implement a self-paced\, mastery-based instructional model that leverages technology to foster human connection\, authentic learning\, and social-emotional growth.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/sdl20240208/
CATEGORIES:Classrooms and Learning Spaces,Differentiated Instruction,Student Agency and Voice,Student Engagement and Motivation
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SUMMARY:AI Prompt Engineering for Responsible Digital Citizens
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Tali Horowitz\, Director of East Coast Education\, Common Sense Education; and Sue Thotz\, Director of Education Outreach\, Common Sense Education\nModerated by Jennifer Ehehalt\, Sr. Regional Manager\, Midwest\, Common Sense Education \nSponsored by Common Sense Education \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nHow can we use AI ethically and purposefully? Join Common Sense Education’s Tali Horowitz\, Director of East Coast Education\, and Sue Thotz\, Director of Education Outreach\, as they discuss how a foundation of digital citizenship can be applied to prompt engineering. To get the most out of our AI tools\, we need to know how to ask the right questions. \nIn this edWebinar\, you learn how to apply core digital citizenship concepts of privacy\, media literacy\, creators’ rights\, and mitigating bias for responsible results. Come ready to share your ideas around ethical prompts and leave with concrete suggestions for prompt engineering for you as an educator\, in combination with AI literacy lessons that you can use with your students to talk about some of the key challenges of our AI world. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, librarians\, and school leaders. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nTali Horowitz is the East Coast Education Director at Common Sense Education\, where she works with educators and families to empower kids to meaningfully harness the power of media and technology for learning and life. She partners with state-level organizations\, school districts\, and community organizations to help integrate Common Sense Education resources. She provides educational leadership through consultation with school districts\, professional development (both in person and virtual)\, and conference presentations. Tali has been an educator for 20 years. Her passions include helping educators and families effectively navigate the digital world and building cultural competency. She has worked in a variety of educational settings\, including as an elementary school teacher in the New York City Department of Education and the San Francisco Unified School District. In 2013\, she received a Fulbright Fellowship to research culturally responsive pedagogy in New Zealand. In her free time\, she loves face-to-face interactions with friends and family. \n \nSue Thotz is the Director of Education Outreach for Common Sense Education and Co-founder of Equity in Action CA. In 2011\, Sue began working for Common Sense by providing support and training for educators and administrators on issues of digital culture and wellness. As a co-founder of Equity in Action CA\, she has facilitated conferences that emphasize the importance of identity and belonging and strive to amplify marginalized voices in the education technology space. Sue is the winner of the 2023 CUE Making IT Happen Award. Prior to Common Sense\, Sue was a researcher and educator. She holds a master’s degree in public health and an undergraduate degree in zoology and chemistry. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nAs Sr. Regional Manager\, Jennifer Ehehalt designs and delivers high-quality professional development opportunities for educators across the country. She spotlights thought leaders by creating and moderating conversations on timely topics relevant to digital teaching and learning. When attending Jennifer’s edWeb sessions\, participants know they’ll leave with concrete strategies from the field\, including how to build a positive school culture\, how to use straightforward templates to guide challenging conversations\, and family engagement implementation ideas. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \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.
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CATEGORIES:21st Century Learning,Artificial Intelligence,Digital Citizenship,Media Literacy,Technology for Learning
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SUMMARY:Advancing Reading Skills Through Handwriting Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Cheryl Lundy Swift\, Professional Learning Director\, Learning Without Tears; and Christina Bretz\, DOT\, MS\, OTR/L\, Sr. Internal Learning Manager\, Learning Without Tears \nSponsored by Learning Without Tears \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThere are several research studies that indicate that explicit handwriting instruction and handwriting practice have many educational benefits. Specifically\, children who learn to form letters properly have more success reading and spelling than those who do not receive instruction and practice. When students learn to form letters while learning letter-sound correspondences\, the reading circuits in the brain that promote literacy are activated. \nDuring this engaging and informative edWebinar\, educators learn practical strategies to integrate handwriting to build overall literacy skills for Pre-K through sixth-grade students. Viewers: \n\nExplore the research connecting handwriting and reading\nDiscover the connections between the Reading and Writing Ropes\nExamine practical strategies to integrate and leverage explicit handwriting instruction that reinforces decoding and encoding skills and other integral foundational literacy skills\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-6 teachers. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Cheryl Lundy Swift has been a dedicated and innovative educator for over 25 years. Cheryl currently serves as Learning Without Tears’ Professional Learning Director where she leads the curation of professional learning experiences for teachers and school leaders worldwide. \n \nChristina Bretz is an occupational therapist from Lexington\, KY. She has extensive pediatric experience providing services to children in school settings\, early intervention\, home health care\, and private tutoring. Christina began working for Learning Without Tears in 2002 and currently works as the Senior Internal Learning Manager. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Foundational Literacy Skills 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\nLearning Without Tears’ mission in today’s changing learning landscape is to ensure that the path to student success remains simple and fun. We provide child-friendly\, hands-on\, innovative instruction for early learning\, handwriting\, keyboarding\, and writing strategies\, and our programs reach more than 31 million students in Pre-K through fifth grade. \n\n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/lwt20240212/
CATEGORIES:Early Literacy,English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,PreK-K Programs,Reading Skills
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SUMMARY:Leading Learning That Truly Meets the Needs of Each Student
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Jill Louters\, Superintendent\, New Rockford-Sheyenne School District (ND); and Dr. Jason Van Heukelum\, Superintendent\, Winchester Public Schools (VA)\nModerated by Ann McMullan\, Project Director\, CoSN/AASA EmpowerED Superintendents Initiative\, CoSN (Consortium for School Networking) \nThis edLeader Panel series is presented by CoSN and AASA.\nSponsored by ClassLink \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. This program may qualify for CoSN CETL® Recertification. \nThe “one-size-fits-all” approach to teaching and learning was never a strategy that worked. As technology tools for learning continue to grow and evolve\, school leaders need to know how best to leverage technology to meet the learning needs of each student. Whatever students’ disabilities or learning differences are\, appropriate technology tools can help them overcome their learning hurdles. \nIn this edLeader Panel\, two superintendents share the strategies their districts implement to assure that the teachers and staff have the knowledge and skills to effectively leverage the tools that technology can provide so that each student can be a successful learner. Free online resources created to assist school leaders in ensuring accessibility for all learners will also be shared. \nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of particular value to superintendents\, K-12 school and district leaders\, and aspiring school leaders. \nView all of the recent EmpowerED Superintendent edLeader Panels. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Jill Louters has worked in education for 35 years as a teacher\, administrator\, trainer\, and superintendent. She is currently serving her 11th year as Superintendent of the New Rockford-Sheyenne School District in North Dakota. A 2019 National Blue Ribbon Award School District\, the governor also recognized the district’s personalized learning practices by naming the district the North Dakota 2018 Innovative District of the Year. Dr. Louters received a National AASA Superintendent Credential in 2017 and recently completed a governor-appointed four-year term on the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education as Vice Chairperson\, where she served as the chair of the Academic Student Affairs Committee. She completed her doctoral degree at St. Mary’s University of Minnesota in educational leadership. In addition to her role in the district\, she provides parent education training through North Dakota State University. Rural education\, and the leadership which supports this work\, are her passions. \n \nDr. Jason Van Heukelum\, Superintendent of Winchester Public Schools\, has worked in the field of education for over 25 years. Dr. Van Heukelum believes that great schools use a combination of high expectations and high community engagement to maximize student potential in a nurturing and caring environment. Over the last seven years\, Dr. Van Heukelum has secured over $20 million in grants for innovative ideas that meet the emerging needs of our future society. Dr. Van Heukelum is dedicated to the implementation of the Winchester Public Schools’ Strategic Plan. Combining his classroom-\, school-\, and division-level experience\, Dr. Van Heukelum is actively leading Winchester Public Schools to embrace the pride and tradition of Winchester along with an innovative future. Dr. Van Heukelum earned a Bachelor of Arts in mathematics from Cedarville University\, Master of School Administration from the University of North Carolina\, and Doctor of Education from Vanderbilt University. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nAnn McMullan is Project Director for CoSN’s EmpowerED Superintendents Initiative\, created in partnership with AASA. Ann served as Executive Director for Educational Technology in Klein ISD\, near Houston\, Texas until September 2013\, when she and her family moved to Los Angeles\, California. For 16 years Ann led the district team that provided professional development on technology and 21st century instructional strategies to 4\,000 educators serving 50\,000 students. She was co-chair of the Texas Education Technology Advisory Committee which developed the Texas Long Range Plan for Technology. \nToday\, Ann works as a public speaker\, writer\, and consultant focused on leadership to meet the needs of today’s students. Ann serves on the edWeb.net Advisory Board and is a founding member of ERDI’s Ed Leadership Council. She also volunteers as a leadership consultant for the Executive Service Corps of Southern California\, serving non-profit associations. Ann is co-author of Life Lessons in Leadership. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Super-Connected 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\nAASA is the premier association for school system leaders and serves as the national voice for public education and district leadership on Capitol Hill. \n\n CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) is the premier professional association for school system technology leaders. CoSN provides thought leadership resources\, community\, best practices and advocacy tools to help leaders succeed in the digital transformation. CoSN represents over 13 million students in school districts nationwide and continues to grow as a powerful and influential voice in K-12 education. \n\n \nClassLink is a global education provider of identity and analytics products that create more time for learning and help schools better understand digital engagement. As leading advocates for open data standards\, we offer instant access to apps and files with single sign-on\, streamline class rostering\, automate account provisioning\, and provide actionable analytics. ClassLink empowers 19 million students and staff in over 2\,500 school systems. Visit classlink.com to learn more.
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CATEGORIES:Accessibility,EmpowerED Superintendent Series,Leadership/Administration,Student Achievement,Technology for Learning
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SUMMARY:Inclusive Learning Environments: Simple Tech Solutions\, Big Impact
DESCRIPTION:Presented by:\nSue Thotz\, Director of Education Outreach\, Common Sense Education\nPaul Valente\, Facility Automation Architect\, Chicago Public Schools\nMadeleine Mortimore\, Global Education Innovation Lead\, Logitech \nModerated by:\nKeith Krueger\, CEO\, Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) \nSponsored by Logitech \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nAre you committed to creating inclusive learning environments? Join us for an insightful edLeader Panel where you learn about the latest research highlighting the importance of creating a supportive and accessible space for all students. \nIn this session\, you learn about the key elements to consider\, including physical\, cognitive\, and social-emotional needs\, and gain a comprehensive framework to evaluate the technology needed. Viewers leave with a deeper understanding of how simple tech solutions can have a profound impact on students\, resulting in less frustration\, improved teamwork and collaboration\, and the ability to be fully engaged in their learning journey. \nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 school and district leaders\, education technology leaders\, and those in facilities management roles. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nSue Thotz is the Director of Education Outreach for Common Sense Education and Co-founder of Equity in Action CA. In 2011\, Sue began working for Common Sense by providing support and training for educators and administrators on issues of digital culture and wellness. As a co-founder of Equity in Action CA\, she has facilitated conferences that emphasize the importance of identity and belonging and strive to amplify marginalized voices in the education technology space. Sue is the winner of the 2023 CUE Making IT Happen Award. Prior to Common Sense\, Sue was a researcher and educator. She holds a master’s degree in public health and an undergraduate degree in zoology and chemistry.  \n \nPaul Valente has been with Chicago Public Schools (CPS) for 23+ years. He has held many roles over the years including Technology Coordinator\, Managed Services Team Lead\, Client Services Team Lead\, Windows/Chromebook Engineer\, and currently is the Facility Automation Architect. In his current role\, Paul manages intercom and audio-visual systems\, HVAC building automation systems\, and indoor air quality systems. Paul and his teams have brought CPS into the 21st century with the organization and planning over the multiple verticals that he manages. Together\, they are always looking to see how new and emerging technologies can be applied in a cost-effective way to modernize operations within the district to ensure students\, teachers\, and school staff have the best possible experience. \n \nMadeleine Mortimore is the Global Education Innovation Lead for Logitech\, where she leads research on EdTech hardware to create products that holistically optimize learning and teaching. She holds a Master of Education from the Harvard University Graduate School of Education\, where she launched an EdTech startup at the Harvard Innovation Lab. \n\n \nAbout the Moderator \nKeith R. Krueger is the CEO of CoSN\, the Consortium for School Networking\, the premier nonprofit professional association organization that serves as the voice of K-12 EdTech leaders in North America. As a global thought leader\, Keith has led U.S. delegations worldwide to explore best practices in EdTech. He serves on numerous advisory boards\, including the Friday Institute at NC State University. Keith was the immediate Past Chair of the Learning First Alliance and is a driving force in shaping the future of EdTech. He holds a master’s from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Teaching All Students: Practical Strategies for Inclusive Classrooms 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 \n\nFor over 40 years\, Logitech has been a global leader in connecting people through innovative computer peripherals. Now we’re a multi-brand company designing products that bring people together through video\, audio\, gaming\, creating and more. We believe in the power of bringing best-in-class design to classroom tools to help both students and teachers achieve their very best. We do that by designing products for students and educators\, with students and educators. We work with hundreds of students and teachers throughout our design process – from earliest concepts to prototype testing and final product input. Their feedback and insights unlock meaningful product choices.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/inclusiveeducation20240213/
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Classrooms and Learning Spaces,Leadership/Administration,Student Engagement and Motivation,Technology for Learning
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SUMMARY:Strategies to Increase Vocabulary in Young Children
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Claudia Castillo-Magallanez\, Professional Learning Bilingual Specialist\, Frog Street \nSponsored by Frog Street \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nDo you ever wonder if young children understand the vocabulary you are using in the classroom? Do you ever struggle to explain the meaning of words\, although you know what the words mean\, in a way that children understand? Using various engaging strategies to build children’s vocabulary is essential for later academic success. Educators should consider using a comprehensive vocabulary approach in the early childhood classroom to teach vocabulary. \nThis edWebinar identifies the most effective strategies for teaching vocabulary based on the research documented in the article “Developing Early Literacy: Report of the National Early Literacy Panel” (2008) and supported by the book Early Childhood Literacy: The National Early Literacy Panel and Beyond (Shanahan & Lonigan\, 2012). Viewers explore myths of vocabulary instruction and expand their knowledge of research-based practices\, including tiered vocabulary instruction. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nAs a passionate advocate for high-quality early childhood education\, Claudia Castillo-Magallanez has dedicated 27 years of her career to supporting educators\, children\, and families. Currently she is a Professional Development Bilingual Specialist with Frog Street and an Adjunct Faculty at San Antonio College. She obtained a Master of Education in Early Childhood with Bilingual Specialization from Texas A & M University which has been instrumental in her career. Claudia began her journey as a parent volunteer and soon after moved into the classroom where she served as a teacher\, teaching monolingual and bilingual children from birth to 5 years of age. Since then\, she expanded her influence\, serving as a coach and mentor supporting teachers who implemented the Frog Street Curriculum. Her career experience includes administrating a Head Start program serving over 3\,000 children and their families\, as well as supporting administrators. Claudia is certified as a Train the Trainer for CLASS Toddler and Infant\, Toddler\, and PreK CLASS Reliable observer\, which is an attribute used in many of her presentations and coaching. Claudia holds a Family Service Credential and is a Master Registered Trainer in the state of Texas. She served as the President for the San Antonio Chapter of TXAEYC. Claudia believes that lifelong learning is the key to honoring her skills and knowledge to in turn share with others to continue advancing the early childhood field. Claudia is an advocate for high quality early childhood education and a support for Early Childhood Educators\, children\, and families. \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 \nAre you ready to revolutionize early childhood education? Discover the gateway to a tech-savvy future with Frog Street! Join our upcoming edWebinar and embark on an exciting journey into the world of coding for young learners. Learn how to kickstart coding skills in a fun\, interactive way and equip young learners for a world where computers\, digital literacy\, and programming are everyday essentials. \n\n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/earlychildhood20240213/
CATEGORIES:Early Childhood Learning,Early Literacy,English, Language Arts, Writing,PreK-K Programs
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SUMMARY:When Science and Health Misinformation Go Viral: How to Help Students Find Facts
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Melissa Clarke\, Physician\, Author\, Speaker\, and Patient Advocate; and Brittney Smith\, Senior Manager of Education Partnerships\, News Literacy Project \nSponsored by News Literacy Project \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nScience and health misinformation is contagious—don’t let it go viral among your students! \nAs we continue to heal from a global pandemic\, falsehoods presented as fact remain an issue in digital spaces such as social media. It is hard for young people to know what to believe\, and misinformation confuses us all about the best steps to take for our own and our community’s health. Further\, long histories of unfair and biased reporting and inhumane research practices have left certain communities often targeted by misinformation (with a distrust of news organizations and scientists\, as well). Join us to learn about some of these past examples of misinformation’s impact on targeted communities. Then\, explore steps you can take to help students avoid misleading claims and build confidence in making health decisions rooted in fact. \nIn this edWebinar\, Brittney Smith of the News Literacy Project hosts a panel conversation with special guests. They discuss how to recognize when communities are being treated unfairly and share free resources for teaching your students tips to avoid falling for science and health misinformation. Relevant interdisciplinary lessons from the Checkology®️ virtual classroom—including Be Health Informed and Harm & Distrust—is introduced\, along with ideas for incorporating the lessons into your curriculum during Black History Month and beyond. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers as well as school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Melissa E. Clarke is a pioneering leader in population health for Fortune 500 companies and a seasoned emergency medicine physician. She has been a leading voice regarding health literacy and health equity for vulnerable populations. Her company\, BHE Group\, creates multimedia health content and curricula for multiple platforms and consults on improving health literacy for communities of color. She is a published author\, accomplished keynote speaker\, and media commentator. She is a Co-founder of the Black Coalition Against COVID; serves as the medical adviser to Choose Healthy Life\, an initiative based in Black churches to close health disparity gaps; and is the former board chair of Unity Healthcare\, D.C.’s largest Federally Qualified Health Center. She is also a former Assistant Dean of Medical Education at Howard University College of Medicine. Dr. Clarke has been recognized with the 2023 Joseph R. Biden Presidential Award for Volunteer Service. \n \nBrittney Smith is a Senior Manager of Education Partnerships (East) at News Literacy Project. Brittney joined NLP in July 2022 after eight years of teaching life science in Cincinnati\, Ohio. She was a high school teacher to diverse populations of students\, including English language learners. In her tenure as science department chair\, she focused on building partnerships with community stakeholders to enrich and improve students’ educational experiences. \nShe holds a bachelor’s degree in biological science from the University of Cincinnati and a master’s degree in teaching science to adolescents and young adults from Mount St. Joseph University. She is currently pursuing her doctorate in educational practice and innovation with a STEM focus at the University of South Carolina. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the News 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\n \nThe News Literacy Project\, a nonpartisan\, national education nonprofit\, provides programs and resources for educators and the public to teach\, learn and share the abilities needed to be smart\, active consumers of news and information and equal and engaged participants in a democracy.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/newsliteracy20240213/
CATEGORIES:Digital Literacy,Health and Wellness,Media Literacy,Science
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SUMMARY:Harnessing the Power of Applied Artificial Intelligence for Educators
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Laura Burke\, Principal\, Clara Brown Entrepreneurial Academy (CO); Dr. Josh Rayburn\, Chief Information Officer\, Woodford County Public Schools (KY); and Kiki Huckaby\, Former Teacher\, Current Chief Impact Officer\, MindSpark Learning \nSponsored by MindSpark Learning \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nEducators\, get ready to reimagine the future of education with Applied AI! Since 2017\, MindSpark has been leading the way in AI education with extraordinary learning experiences that shape the future. Our AI professional learning experiences are inspired by an innovative set of core values: be adaptive\, be human centric\, and be collaborative. \nThis edLeader Panel is a gateway to the world of Applied AI\, where theories turn into practical use. Say goodbye to the complexities of AI and get ready for hands-on\, relevant concepts that you can use in the classroom and beyond. Applied AI in education isn’t just about solving problems\, it’s also about creating new opportunities and improving lives. Our goal is to help make AI your ultimate companion and explore its impact with curiosity and openness. Watch as we navigate\, explore\, and learn together\, harnessing the potential of Applied AI! Learning objectives include: \n\nUnderstand the fundamentals of Applied AI and the applications of Generative AI\nLearn hands-on techniques to apply AI in real-world educational scenarios\nAdvance skills in AI prompt engineering for educational applications\nLeverage AI for productivity and task management\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 teachers\, education technology leaders\, and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nLaura Burke spent 15 years as a special education classroom teacher prior to earning her master’s degree in education from Regis University. She then went on to earn Principal\, Special Education Director\, and K-12 District Administrator’s licenses from the University of Colorado. Laura is the founder of a nonprofit organization that supports the success of students who think and learn differently\, and has also served on several community organizations\, including time as a City Commissioner for the Denver Commission for People with Disabilities. Laura has been a school administrator at both the building and district levels and is currently the Founding Principal of Clara Brown Entrepreneurial Academy\, a public magnet school in Aurora Public Schools. \n \nDr. Josh Rayburn currently serves as the Chief Information Officer for Woodford County Public Schools in Versailles\, Kentucky. Previously\, he held the role of District STEM Learning Coach for Fayette County Public Schools in Lexington\, where he worked on a mobile learning STEM bus and coached teachers in blending technology and STEM initiatives to increase student engagement. Dr. Rayburn’s teaching background includes positions as an orchestra director\, robotics coach\, STLP (Student Technology Leadership Program) coordinator\, and digital learning coach. Passionate about STE(A)M education\, he strives to provide learners of all ages with meaningful and authentic learning experiences. Dr. Rayburn resides in Lexington\, Kentucky\, with his wife and family. \n \nKiki Huckaby is a former teacher turned educational catalyst who excels at challenging the status quo by pushing educators to transform their pedagogy to meet the needs of all students. As the current Chief Impact Officer at MindSpark Learning\, Kiki brings extensive experience in curriculum development and professional learning to her role. She is a firm believer that students should play an active role in their own education and that educators should facilitate an environment that empowers them to do so. Kiki regularly encourages leadership to embrace a creative culture within their buildings to create engaging learning experiences\, and she is also a pioneer in problem-based learning (PBL)\, which embeds classrooms in real-world problems and meets federal standards in a meaningful and authentic way. Kiki earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology and elementary education from the University of Colorado at Boulder and a master’s degree in curriculum studies from the University of Northern Colorado. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Artificial Intelligence in Education 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 \nMindSpark is an innovative organization that believes in the power of education to solve society’s most pressing problems. Their programs deliver cutting-edge professional development experiences for educators\, industry partners\, and communities\, enabling them to take their newly acquired skills back to the classroom and beyond. Since 2017\, MindSpark has made an enormous impact\, reaching almost 38K professionals and over 1.8M students worldwide. The organization has established meaningful relationships with more than 1000 industry and community partners\, serving all 50 states and 88 countries. MindSpark’s programs are designed to bridge the gap between the most highly impacted regions and the leading edge regions\, ensuring that everyone has access to the best possible educational resources. By empowering educators and communities with the tools they need to succeed\, MindSpark hopes to create a brighter future for all.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ai20240215/
CATEGORIES:21st Century Learning,Artificial Intelligence,Leadership/Administration,Professional Development
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SUMMARY:All People\, All Classrooms: Black History Month and More with TeachRock
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Lynn Jeka\, Collaborating Teacher\, Yerington Intermediate School (NV); Imani Wilson\, Director of Media and Culture\, TeachRock; and Gina Machado\, Associate Director of School Partnerships\, TeachRock \nSponsored by TeachRock \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThis edWebinar highlights FREE lessons on TeachRock.org that demonstrate how music can deepen an understanding of Black history across all subjects including history\, English\, math\, and science. The featured TeachRock lessons facilitate the exploration of the cultural context of various music genres\, including gospel\, blues\, salsa\, and hip hop\, and emphasize music as a vehicle for storytelling\, resistance\, and celebration within the African American community. \nViewers hear from a TeachRock educator who shares how they are currently using TeachRock resources in their classroom. Viewers also receive a curated list of FREE resources available on TeachRock.org including lesson plans\, student edition slide decks\, and artist biographies to support educators in fostering a more inclusive and culturally responsive classroom environment through music during Black History Month and beyond. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \nView all of the recent TeachRock edWebinars. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nLynn M. Jeka is a middle school science teacher and choir director at Yerington Intermediate School in Yerington\, Nevada. She previously served as an elementary science specialist and STEM integration coach at a Pre-K through fourth-grade elementary school. She holds a Bachelor of Music in music history\, a Bachelor of Arts in elementary education\, and master’s degree in elementary STEM education. She is a 2021 Nevada State Teacher of the Year Finalist and a 2024 National STEM Fellow. When she is not helping students understand the real-world applications of science and engineering or helping them find their own passions in music\, she is an avid hiker\, runner\, and outdoor enthusiast with a love for the national parks. \n \nImani Wilson is Director of Media and Culture at TeachRock. Prior to joining the foundation\, Imani taught music in the public schools of New York and New Orleans\, was a museum educator in London\, and led music departments in community art schools and conservatories. Imani’s writing is anthologized in collections published in the UK and the US. Her work at TeachRock lives at the intersection of her passion for teaching music with her love of research and writing as seen in her favorite resources\, the Lost Friends and Afrofuturism and Flying Africans Student Editions. A lifelong church musician\, she is a member of the Greater Allen Cathedral Mass Choir. \n \nGina Machado is the Associate Director of School Partnerships at TeachRock. Beginning her career as a classroom teacher in the Bronx\, New York\, she now designs arts-integrated education materials for TeachRock and leads professional development sessions across the United States\, working alongside teachers to implement the TeachRock curriculum. An educator at heart\, Gina’s true passion lies in creating new and innovative ways to reach students of all levels\, always aiming to foster the student-teacher relationship. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion 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\nLaunched by Stevie Van Zandt and the Founders Board of Bono\, Jackson Browne\, Martin Scorsese\, and Bruce Springsteen\, TeachRock.org provides free\, standards-aligned resources that use music to help K-12 students succeed in science\, math\, social studies\, language arts\, and more.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/dei20240215/
CATEGORIES:Arts in Education,Culturally Responsive Teaching,TeachRock
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SUMMARY:Using Videos in an Engaging Way
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Brian Thomas\, Former Classroom Teacher\, Current National Account Manager\, TCI \nSponsored by Teachers’ Curriculum Institute (TCI) \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nVideos can be an effective way to enhance the classroom experience and facilitate learning through various modalities. They can help students comprehend complex topics and concepts and\, when used strategically\, can support meaningful learning. \nView this edWebinar to learn how to: \n\nProvide a new experience to cater to the needs of modern-day classrooms\nEngage students with captivating videos\, compelling storylines\, and scoreable interactions that challenge them to become active learners\nHarness the potential of interactive videos as a dynamic educational tool\, fostering deeper student engagement and learning\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nBrian Thomas is a former classroom teacher and current National Account Manager and Developer at TCI. He has been with TCI since 2004. Prior to TCI\, Brian taught middle school social studies in the Lakota Local School District for 12 years near his home in Cincinnati\, OH. During that time\, he served as a department chairperson as well as Athletic Director. Brian’s education includes a B.S.Ed. from Miami University in Oxford\, OH in secondary education – social studies (1992). He also holds an M.S.Ed. in learning design and technology from Purdue University in Lafayette\, IN (2016). \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the How Video Empowers Education 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\nTCI is an award-winning online K-12 publishing company created by teachers for teachers. For more than 30 years\, the company has partnered with the education community to fundamentally change classroom instruction. TCI’s K-12 social studies and K-8 science programs are based on proven teaching strategies and practices that bring learning alive and achieve consistent\, positive classroom results. TCI believes that the best education marries great content\, meaningful technology\, and interactive classroom experiences. More than 2.5 million students in 7\,000 school districts around the country achieve and succeed with TCI.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/video20240220/
CATEGORIES:Classrooms and Learning Spaces,Digital Learning,Student Engagement and Motivation,Technology for Learning
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SUMMARY:Teaching Students to Drive Their Learning Through Self-Regulation
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Douglas Fisher\, Ph.D.\, Professor and Chair of Educational Leadership\, San Diego State University \nSponsored by McGraw Hill \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nMany educators across the country have grappled with challenges related to student self-regulation\, often wondering how to encourage students to become more proactive in their learning journey. This session offers teachers and instructional leaders valuable insights and techniques to not just expect self-regulation\, but to actively teach and cultivate it. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDouglas Fisher\, Ph.D. is Professor and Chair of Educational Leadership at San Diego State University and a leader at Health Sciences High and Middle College. He is the recipient of an International Reading Association William S. Grey Citation of Merit and an Exemplary Leader Award from the Conference on English Leadership of NCTE. He has published numerous articles on teaching and learning as well as books such as The Teacher Clarity Playbook; PLC+; Visible Learning for Literacy; Comprehension: The Skill\, Will\, and Thrill of Reading; How Tutoring Works; and How Learning Works. Dr. Fisher loves being an educator and hopes to share that passion with others. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \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\nOur vision is to unlock the potential of each learner at every stage of life. At McGraw Hill\, we believe that your diverse experiences enrich the way you learn\, teach\, and grow. We know that no two journeys are the same\, and support your path wherever it may take you – helping you achieve success on your own terms.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/differentiate20240220/
CATEGORIES:Differentiated Instruction,Mental Health and Wellness,Social-Emotional Learning
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SUMMARY:The Importance of Data in Science of Reading Change Management
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Susan Lambert\, Chief Academic Officer of Elementary Humanities\, Host of Science of Reading: The Podcast\, Amplify \nSponsored by Amplify \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nWhy is data such a crucial part of your Science of Reading journey? Understanding change management is essential for a successful shift to the Science of Reading and understanding the importance of data—how to capture and utilize data—is too. View this edWebinar with Susan Lambert\, Chief Academic Officer of Elementary Humanities and host of Science of Reading: The Podcast\, as she dives into a recap of and discusses key takeaways from Amplify’s Literacy Data Takeover Week—It All Starts With Data: Charting Your Course With the Science of Reading. \nYou learn about: \n\nThe role of assessment in your Science of Reading implementation\nThe kind of data you should be collecting to monitor student progress and sustain growth\nWhy a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) is critical to achieving your literacy goals and providing differentiated support to all students\n\nAdditionally\, you get access to view the recorded webinars from the Literacy Data Takeover Week\, plus a copy of Amplify’s Change Management Playbook. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to elementary school teachers and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nSusan Lambert is the Chief Academic Officer of Elementary Humanities at Amplify\, and the host of Science of Reading: The Podcast. Her career has been focused on creating high-quality learning environments using evidence-based practices. Susan is a mom of four\, a grandma of four\, a world traveler\, and a collector of stories. \nAs the host of Science of Reading: The Podcast\, Susan explores the increasing body of scientific research around how reading is best taught. As a former classroom teacher\, administrator\, and curriculum developer\, Susan is dedicated to turning theory into best practices that educators can put right to use in the classroom\, and to showcasing national models of reading instruction excellence. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \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\n \nAmplify is the original Science of Reading company—we have been doing it for decades! We are pleased to offer a complete and tightly integrated literacy system built on 20+ years of research that ensures you can bring true Science of Reading practices to every point of your instructional journey\, and we now offer the only complete biliteracy suite.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/assessment20240220/
CATEGORIES:Assessment,Data and Analytics,Differentiated Instruction,Literacy,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Characteristics of High-Quality Project-Based Learning
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Eric Carbaugh\, Ph.D.\, Faculty\, ASCD \nSponsored by ASCD \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nExplore the transformative realm of project-based learning (PBL) in this series of engaging edWebinars. Done well\, PBL engages the hearts and minds of students in learning and assessment that reaches beyond the walls of school—connecting students to content through relevance and rigor. This series empowers educators with the tools and strategies necessary to create dynamic and student-centered classrooms that empower students to engage in real-world application of learning. Specifically\, we explore: \n\nCharacteristics of high-quality project-based learning\nIntegrating social-emotional and academic skills\nInfusing authenticity\nStrategies for launching a project\nScaffolding for student success\nDesigning reliable and valid evaluation tools\n\nAs part of this series\, we use specific examples from The Achievery\, a FREE digital learning platform designed to help connect students to a new world of digital learning through stories that spark curiosity and content that entertains and teaches. The platform features clips from some of the most popular\, well-loved movies\, TV shows\, and cartoons from Warner Bros. and Cartoon Network\, paired with lessons and learning activities that students can engage with wherever they are—at home\, in the community\, and in the classroom. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers and school and district leaders. \nView the other edWebinars in this series:\nSupporting Social-Emotional Growth Through Project-Based Learning\nScaffolding PBL for Student Success\nDesigning Reliable and Valid Rubrics \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nEric Carbaugh\, Ph.D. is a skilled educator with primary and secondary teaching experience; an award-winning\, tenured university professor; and an effective and seasoned member of ASCD’s Differentiated Instruction Cadre and Understanding by Design® (UbD®). He is currently a full-time professor at James Madison University in the Department of Middle\, Secondary\, and Math Education where he teaches a variety of education classes across all content areas. A common thread among all his work is the relationship between the learning environment\, curriculum\, instruction\, and assessment\, and how educators can leverage each of these to better meet the needs of diverse learners. Dr. Carbaugh holds a Doctor of Philosophy in educational psychology from the University of Virginia\, a master’s degree in education from the University of Mary Washington\, and a Bachelor of Arts in government and economics from the University of Virginia. \nJoin the Student-Driven 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. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nASCD is a passionate community of life-changing educators. For 75 years we have worked side by side with educators from every level in all 50 states and more than 200 countries to help them find their people and amplify their voice to reach many.
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CATEGORIES:Assessment,Project-Based Learning,Social-Emotional Learning,Student Agency and Voice
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SUMMARY:The Read Woke Challenge: Ignite Curiosity\, Inspire Empathy\, and Create Community
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Cicely Lewis\, School Librarian and Author\, Read Woke; Gwynn White\, Library Media Specialist\, The New York City Department of Education; Margie Soto\, MLL Teacher and Team Leader\, Gwinnett County School District (GA); and Calum McFarlane\, Primary School Teacher\, City of Edinburgh Council \nSponsored by Lerner Publishing Group \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin us for an inspiring edWebinar that delves into the transformative power of the Read Woke Challenge—a movement that transcends the boundaries of traditional reading programs and empowers minds through literature. In a time when the truth is being challenged\, this engaging session explores the rich history of Read Woke\, its core principles\, and why your school district should embrace this innovative reading initiative. View this edWebinar to: \n\nDiscover the origins of the Read Woke movement and the visionary behind it\, Cicely Lewis\nDelve into how Read Woke fosters empathy\, understanding\, and critical thinking skills\nLearn about the multifaceted benefits of participating in the Read Woke Challenge\nHear about real-life success stories and positive outcomes from schools and districts that have embraced Read Woke\nGain practical insights into launching a Read Woke Challenge in your school district\nUnderstand potential challenges in implementing Read Woke and gain strategies for success\nExplore methods for measuring the success and impact of the Read Woke Challenge\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nCicely Lewis is an educator and author. She was named the 2020 National Librarian of the Year by School Library Journal and Scholastic\, a 2019 Library Journal Mover and Shaker\, and received the 2019 National Teacher Award for Lifelong Readers by the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) and Penguin Random House (PRH). In 2017\, she started the award-winning Read Woke Challenge in response to the shootings of young unarmed black people\, the repeal of DACA\, and the lack of diversity in young adult literature. Her students were required to read books that challenge the social norm and give voice to the silenced. Using this platform\, she had inspired the nation to Read Woke with educators across the world joining in and sharing the movement with their students. A native of Mississippi\, she currently resides in Georgia with her anime-loving husband\, Michael\, and two rambunctious children\, Tristan and Trinity. When she is not reading\, you can find Cicely writing for her bi-monthly column in the School Library Journal where she shares her book recommendations. \n \nGwynn White-Best is the Library Media Specialist for the Robin Hood Library Media Center at an elementary school in Brooklyn\, New York. As the school’s LMS\, her main objective is to ensure that the library media center is integrated into the school’s instructional goals. Gwynn has integrated a Makerspace where students focus on STEAM activities—making\, learning\, exploring\, and sharing—through high-tech to no-tech tools. She engages students and staff in a high-quality computer science program (CS4All) that balances rigorous and meaningful direct instruction with open-ended creative computing. She is currently part of the CS4All Culturally Relevant Education (CRE) Ingenuity Team which engages exceptional CS4All teachers in a two-year study to bring culturally relevant lessons to classrooms by developing meaningful CRE practices with the focus on computer science. Gwynn has successfully integrated the Read Woke program into her library for the third consecutive school year! \n \nMargie Soto is a first-generation Latina\, a daughter of immigrants\, and a proud product of the public school system. Originally from New York\, Margie is a Lehman College graduate with a bachelor’s degree in Spanish literature and secondary education. She attended Mercy College to pursue her master’s in TESOL. She has dedicated 21 years to education with 11 years of teaching experience. Margie is passionate about learning about different cultures and life experiences from others. She is fluent in Spanish and English. While studying high school Italian she picked up Brazilian Portuguese in tandem. It is with honor and pride that Margie serves the multilingual community and she is proud to be a reflection of her students.  \n \nCalum McFarlane is a primary school teacher working in Scotland. He has been implementing an elaborated version of the Read Woke program with learners ages 4-11\, using different strategies in doing so\, after becoming aware of the Read Woke challenge during a nationwide professional learning opportunity focused on building “racial literacy.” This program is now playing a central role in “de-colonizing the curriculum” in Calum’s school. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the ELA Today 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\nLerner Publishing Group creates high-quality fiction and nonfiction for children and young adults. Founded in 1959\, Lerner Publishing Group is one of the nation’s largest independent children’s book publishers with fourteen imprints and divisions: Lerner Publications\, Millbrook Press\, Carolrhoda Books\, Twenty-First Century Books\, Zest Books\, Graphic Universe™\, Darby Creek\, Kar-Ben Publishing\, Carolrhoda Lab™\, LernerClassroom\, ediciones Lerner\, First Avenue Editions\, Lerner Digital™\, and Lerner Publisher Services. For more information\, visit www.lernerbooks.com.
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CATEGORIES:Culturally Responsive Teaching,English, Language Arts, Writing,Library/Media,Literacy
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SUMMARY:Unlocking the Joy of Math for Students with Learning Differences and Neurodiversity
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Gregory Trieste\, STEM Product Specialist\, Amplify \nSponsored by Amplify Desmos Math \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nStudents with learning differences can bring unique perspectives and skill sets to the classroom\, which can help create a more well-rounded educational experience for all. This edWebinar provides teachers and administrators with best practices for teaching math topics to diverse learners and neurodiverse students effectively. \nThrough interactive activities and best practices\, viewers gain an understanding of creating learning environments that are inclusive of all types of learners while also exploring tools for overcoming potential challenges. The goal is for educators to leave this session feeling confident in their ability to support these uniquely gifted learners in achieving success with math. \nThis recorded edWebinar’s primary focus is grades K-5; however\, all teachers and school leaders are welcome. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nGregory Trieste is a Product Specialist for Amplify specializing in science and math. He’s a passionate teacher with over 20 years of experience in education\, having taught in public\, private\, and charter schools. His academic and research focus has been on teaching diverse learners and students with neurodiversity. Gregory believes that learning differences are assets\, not deficits. Gregory knows that all students can succeed in STEM\, regardless of their background or learning style. He is also an advocate for persons with disabilities\, and delivers workshops on making the classroom\, workplace\, and world more inclusive of all abilities.  \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Math Proficiency 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 \nAmplify is dedicated to collaborating with educators to create learning experiences that are rigorous and riveting for all students. We believe in math that motivates. Our curiosity-driven math resources are designed to build students’ math proficiency for life. By combining clear step-by-step lesson plans with interesting problems students are eager to solve\, teachers can spend more time where it’s most impactful: creating a collaborative classroom of learners who see themselves as math people.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mathskills20240221/
CATEGORIES:Brain and Learning,Classrooms and Learning Spaces,Mathematics,Special Education,STEM/STEAM
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SUMMARY:Accelerate Language Comprehension with the Strive-for-Five Framework: The Science of Reading in Practice Series
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Tricia A. Zucker\, Professor of Pediatrics and Co-Director of the Children’s Learning Institute at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston\, and Author of Strive-for-Five Conversations: A Framework That Gets Kids Talking to Accelerate Their Language Comprehension and Literacy; Dr. Sonia Q. Cabell\, Associate Professor of Reading Education in the School of Teacher Education and the Florida Center for Reading Research at Florida State University\, and Author of Strive-for-Five Conversations: A Framework That Gets Kids Talking to Accelerate Their Language Comprehension and Literacy; and Dr. Amanda Alexander\, Chief Academic Officer\, Scholastic \nSponsored by Scholastic Education Solutions \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nIn this edWebinar\, join the authors of Strive-for-Five Conversations\, Dr. Tricia A. Zucker and Dr. Sonia Q. Cabell\, as they discuss the impact of strong language comprehension on reading success. Teachers know that encouraging young children to talk and listen improves their ability to communicate. Grounded in research-based strategies\, this session offers viewers insights into the crucial connection between oral language and comprehension. \nDr. Zucker and Dr. Cabell share evidence-based strategies and practical ideas for enhancing students’ talking and thinking\, knowledge\, vocabulary\, reasoning\, and other skills that help young readers thrive. View this session to: \n\nUnderstand the research supporting the crucial connection between oral language and comprehension\nExplore evidence-based strategies to boost children’s oral language skills\nAcquire practical techniques for immediate implementation in the classroom\n\nWalk away from this transformative conversation equipped with evidence-based strategies to stretch conversations so they contain at least five turns. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers and school and district leaders. \nAccess the entire series in any sequence of your choice! \nView Part 1 – 5 Ways to Improve Foundational Skills Instruction Right Now: The Science of Reading in Practice Series\nView Part 2 – 7 Modifications to Transform Reading Instruction: The Science of Reading in Practice Series\nView Part 4 – Big Words for Young Readers – Why We Must Start Earlier and How to Do It! The Science of Reading in Practice Series\nView Part 5 – Teach Reading the Way the Brain Works Best: The Science of Reading in Practice Series\nView Part 6 – Melissa and Lori Answer the Questions Educators Ask Most About Reading: The Science of Reading in Practice Series \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nTricia A. Zucker\, Ph.D. is an education researcher\, former teacher\, and mom of three girls who enjoy extended conversations. She is a Professor of Pediatrics and Co-Director of the Children’s Learning Institute at University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston with the mission of increasing access to high-quality education opportunities and understanding of how early education opportunities determine later school and health outcomes. Dr. Zucker’s research interests include early identification and prevention of reading disabilities\, evidence-based curriculum and instruction\, and aligned family- and school-based interventions. Her research focuses on children who are at risk for learning disabilities. She has authored over 60 scholarly publications and routinely serves as a thought partner with teachers\, schools\, and organizations that want to improve learning outcomes for children. She has been recognized for her work with various awards from organizations such as the International Literacy Association as well as the highest honor the U.S. government bestows on early researchers\, the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE). \n \nSonia Cabell\, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor of Reading Education in the School of Teacher Education and the Florida Center for Reading Research at Florida State University. Before receiving her Ph.D. at the University of Virginia\, she worked as a second-grade teacher and literacy coach in Oklahoma and Virginia. Dr. Cabell’s research focuses on early language and literacy instruction\, with a particular interest in preventing reading difficulties in young children. She has authored over 70 publications\, including peer-reviewed articles\, books\, book chapters\, and literacy curricula. She is the lead editor of the Handbook on the Science of Early Literacy from Guilford Press\, and co-authored Literacy Learning for Infants\, Toddlers\, and Preschoolers: Key Practices for Educators from the National Association for the Education of Young Children. In 2021\, Dr. Cabell\, with her colleague Dr. Tricia Zucker\, was awarded International Literacy Association’s Diane Lapp and James Flood Professional Collaborator Award. She has served as principal investigator or co-principal investigator on federally funded research projects\, and has been an advisor or consultant for a variety of national organizations and state departments of education. \n \nDr. Amanda Alexander serves as Scholastic’s Chief Academic Officer. In this role\, she leads research and validation efforts to ensure the efficacy of products\, the delivery of professional learning services\, and the company’s partnership with the Yale Child Study Center\, focusing on the intersection of literacy and health. Prior to joining Scholastic\, Dr. Alexander served as the Vice President of Policy and Partnership Development at Teachstone. With more than 20 years of progressive leadership experience\, the majority of Dr. Alexander’s service has been as a practitioner in the public sector. She has a B.A. in English and an M.Ed. in curriculum and instruction from Howard University\, an M.S.Ed. in educational leadership from Baruch College\, and a Ph.D. in education from American University. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Teaching Reading and Writing 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\nScholastic Education Solutions provides teachers\, families\, and communities with the tools they need to support each and every child with print and technology-based learning programs for pre-K to grade 12\, expert professional development\, family and community engagement\, and learning supports.
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CATEGORIES:Education Research/Evidence,Literacy,Reading Skills,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Multilingual Learners: Strategies for Developing Listening Comprehension
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Beth Skelton\, Education Consultant\, Educational Consultants\, LLC \nSponsored by Listenwise \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nIn order to acquire language\, multilingual learners need lots of comprehensible input. In this interactive edWebinar\, you experience comprehensible input activities that support students’ ability to understand spoken English in podcasts and videos. \nThese strategies work for all students\, especially experienced multilinguals at intermediate stages of language development. The strategies will build your students’ confidence\, enhance their ability to understand oral English in a variety of settings\, and make language acquisition joyful! \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to elementary through high school teachers\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nBeth Skelton has over 30 years of experience as a language educator and holds a master’s degree in multicultural teacher education. She has worked with early childhood\, elementary\, middle\, high school\, and adult language learners in rural\, urban\, suburban\, and international school settings. She is the co-author of Long-Term Success for Experienced Multilinguals\, a best-selling book published by Corwin\, and Putting It Together\, materials for teaching adult English learners using a story-based curriculum. She is an active board member of Colorado TESOL. Beth currently provides professional development\, coaching\, and consulting with schools around the world focused on providing equitable education for multilingual learners. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Helping ELL\, ESL\, and Bilingual 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 \nListenwise is an award-winning listening skills platform that provides short\, high-quality\, age-appropriate podcasts for grades 2-12. Their pre-made lessons are designed to build students’ background knowledge and academic vocabulary while keeping students on grade level with scaffolding and differentiation. Listenwise’s ELD Lesson Library is a great resource for WIDA and state ELD standards-aligned lessons built for English learners\, from emergent to reclassification. Try comprehension tools like quizzes\, interactive transcripts\, graphic organizers\, and a text-to-speech toolbar with translations in over 15 languages. Start a free trial today at listenwise.com.
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CATEGORIES:ALAS,Bilingual and Multilingual Language Acquisition,ELL/ESL Language Acquisition,Language Learning
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SUMMARY:Amazing STEM Experiences: Now You See It… Now You Don’t with Steve Spangler!
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Steve Spangler\, STEM Educator and Television Host\, Steve Spangler\, Inc. \nSponsored by FriXion Erasable Pens by Pilot \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin Emmy award-winning television host and STEM educator Steve Spangler for an edWebinar filled with hands-on experiments\, STEM challenges\, and inquiry-based lessons guaranteed to get ooohs and ahhhs! Steve is well known for his high-energy teaching style filled with the tools\, ideas\, and teaching strategies you need to make science even more fun and meaningful in your classroom. \nIn his never-ending search to find the most creative ways to make STEM fun\, Steve uncovered a unique but easy-to-find writing tool that will challenge your students’ inquisitive nature and help them use the scientific method to conduct their own experiments. That’s right—it’s the combination of science and creative writing with a magical twist that will have your kids screaming for more. \nYou receive FREE downloadable lessons appropriate for Pre-K through eighth-grade classrooms you can put to use the very next day. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to increase engagement and amaze your students at the same time by spending a few minutes learning and laughing with Steve Spangler. \nThis recorded edWebinar is perfect for early childhood\, elementary\, and middle school teachers who are looking for creative ways to engage their students at the highest level. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nWith over 2\,000 television appearances to his credit\, Steve Spangler is a two-time Emmy award winner\, television host\, bestselling author\, and STEM educator who finds the most creative ways to make learning fun. His popular science videos on social media have over 1.5 billion views\, and his frequent guest appearances on The Ellen DeGeneres Show earned him the title of “America’s Science Teacher” or the teacher you always wanted to have in school because the fire department shows up twice a year. Learn more at SteveSpangler.com \nJoin the Amazing STEM Experiences community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nPilot FriXion is the 1st and Only STEM Pen. FriXion erasable pens deliver smooth\, mistake-free writing powered by unique\, thermo-sensitive ink. The science behind FriXion erasable pens embodies the principles of STEM and enables exciting hands-on demonstrations. The Science of FriXion is affordable\, an easily accessible way to put the power of STEM in the palm of your\, and your kids’\, hands. \n  \nSteve Spangler\, Inc. provides innovative STEM-based products and services used by parents and educators to increase student engagement and inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers. Follow @stevespangler on your favorite social media platform or watch his daytime Emmy-nominated television show on Fox affiliates and streaming on Amazon. Learn more by visiting SteveSpangler.com.
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CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Science,STEM/STEAM,Student Engagement and Motivation
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SUMMARY:Structured Literacy Instruction: What to Teach and How to Teach It
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Deborah Lynam\, M.A.\, Consultant\, National Center on Improving Literacy; and Judith Glass Fontana\, Ph.D.\, Consultant\, National Center on Improving Literacy \nSponsored by National Center on Improving Literacy \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThis edWebinar prefaces with the critical concepts of the Science of Reading\, the Simple View of Reading\, and Scarborough’s Reading Rope. These concepts provide a foundation for general features of effective instruction and a revisit to the five components of beginning reading instruction\, including evidence-based instructional routines aligned to each of the big ideas. \n\nThe presenters introduce the Institute of Education Sciences practice guide Foundational Skills to Support Reading for Understanding in Kindergarten Through 3rd Grade and the action steps within a phonics lesson. They also discuss the National Center on Improving Literacy’s Intensification Framework and an example of how to intensify instruction for students not making desired progress. Viewers gain an increased understanding of how the components of structured literacy can be incorporated into a phonics lesson plan that demonstrates systematic\, cumulative\, direct\, and explicit instruction. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders. \nViewers are welcome\, but not required\, to review these resources before the edWebinar: \n\nThe Science of Reading: The Basics\nImproving Literacy Brief – Learning to Read: The Simple View of Reading\nModels of Reading (This page explains and aligns the Simple View of Reading and Scarborough’s Reading Rope. There is also a video.)\n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDeborah Lynam is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in childhood studies at Rutgers University – Camden while working as a graduate assistant on the NJ Tiered System of Supports in Early Reading initiative. She serves on the Family Engagement Advisory Board for the National Center on Improving Literacy and recently served on the U.S. Department of Education’s Regional Advisory Committee for the Mid-Atlantic region. Deborah previously chaired the NJ State Special Education Advisory Council and served on the NJ Department of Education’s Dyslexia Handbook Committee. She is a certified Orton-Gillingham Teacher and a founding member of Decoding Dyslexia – New Jersey. \n \nDr. Judith Fontana\, Professor Emerita from George Mason University\, recently retired from Virginia Department of Education’s Training and Technical Assistance Center (TTAC) at Mason where she provided an array of services related to literacy to teachers\, administrators\, and school divisions. Dr. Fontana has been an adjunct for both the Special Education and Literacy Programs at Mason where she and colleagues developed a Dyslexia Certificate Program. She is currently working as an NCIL Consultant for the National Center on Improving Literacy and as an adjunct for Marymount University. Dr. Fontana is a Professional Developer for the Strategic Instruction Model (SIM) and has been a LETRS facilitator. She continues to work with and advocate for students with learning disabilities. Her professional affiliations include The Reading League\, International Dyslexia Association\, Council for Learning Disabilities\, and the Learning Disabilities Association of America. Her academic interests include instructional assessment and SDI.  \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Be a Literacy Hero 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\nYour source for improving outcomes for students with literacy-related disabilities\, including dyslexia. The National Center on Improving Literacy (NCIL)\, operated by Boston University’s Wheelock College of Education and Human Development with funding from the United States Department of Education\, is a partnership among literacy experts\, university researchers\, and technical assistance providers from the University of Oregon\, Florida State University\, and RMC Research Corporation.
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CATEGORIES:Education Research/Evidence,Literacy,Reading Skills,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Beat the Summer Slide: Engaging Math Tactics for Elementary Summer School Programs
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Talia Franklin\, Second-Grade Teacher\, East Clayton Elementary School (GA); and Alexa Poulin\, Senior School Success Manager and Customer Marketing Manager\, Unruly Studios \nSponsored by Unruly Studios \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nAs you start planning for summer enrichment\, learn how you can create authentically engaging math experiences for students to turn summer school dread into summer school fun! These tactics can be applicable year round\, too. During this session\, Talia Franklin\, a second-grade teacher at East Clayton Elementary School (GA)\, shares strategies for enhancing the summer school experience for students through creative learning strategies in math. \nIn this edWebinar\, you learn: \n\nStrategies for increasing engagement in math in summer school\nInsights from data on challenges districts are facing in math education from principals across the nation\nHow to get teacher buy-in and staff joy during your elementary summer school program\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to elementary teachers\, school and district leaders\, education technology leaders\, summer learning program directors\, and extended learning coordinators. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nTalia Franklin has been an educator for over 15 years at both the elementary and middle school levels. She currently teaches second grade at East Clayton Elementary School in Georgia and serves as the grade-level chair for second grade at her school. Talia graduated from Western Governors University with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and is currently pursuing her master’s degree in elementary and middle school education at Western Governors University. \n \nAlexa Poulin is a Senior School Success Manager and the Customer Marketing Manager at Unruly Studios. She is a certified elementary education teacher with a certification in general special education. Alexa provides professional development to educators around cross-curricular computer science integration for various subjects from math\, ELA\, physical education\, science\, and more. She is passionate about providing differentiated learning experiences for students and supporting teachers with the implementation of education technology into the existing structures of their classrooms. Prior to joining Unruly Studios\, she worked as an Academic Advisor for adult learners in STEM programs at Southern New Hampshire University. Alexa received a Bachelor of Arts in elementary and special education from Southern New Hampshire University and a Master of Science in coaching science in sport from University College Dublin. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Understanding in Mathematics 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 \nUnruly Studios combines high-quality STEM learning with active recess-style play for K-8 schools and districts. Our award-winning Unruly Splats platform introduces students to computer science through the creation of physically active games in our block-based coding app. Unruly Math is a supplemental K-5 math program that reinforces foundational math skills through active\, experiential group play using the Unruly Splats platform. Unruly Math infuses kinesthetic learning and peer-to-peer collaboration into your school’s existing math curriculum with a scope and sequence of 80 standards-aligned activities. The Unruly Splats platform can be utilized for various subject areas from STEAM\, to math\, to ELA\, making it the perfect tool to create engaging summer programs for students and teachers. Splats are made to be stomped on and are iPad and Chromebook compatible.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/math20240226/
CATEGORIES:Mathematics,STEM/STEAM,Student Engagement and Motivation,Summer School
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