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SUMMARY:Coaching from the District to the Classroom: Ensuring Consistency\, Transparency\, and Impact
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Raymond Barnes\, Chief of Schools\, Savannah-Chatham County Public School System (GA); Dr. Bryan Willis-Reese\, Principal\, Allgood Elementary School\, DeKalb County Schools (GA); and Derrick L. McMahon\, Jr.\, Former Educator\, Senior Customer Success Manager \nSponsored by Level Data \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. \nCoaching takes many shapes and forms in districts across the country and is used to advance a wide range of strategic priorities\, from supporting teacher growth and implementing evidence-based instructional practices to building leadership capacity. During this edLeader Panel\, you hear from a chief of schools and a principal from two Georgia districts about their different goals for coaching and how they’re ensuring every educator receives the high-quality individualized support they need to drive student achievement. \nYou learn: \n\nStrategies to implement a consistent coaching framework across schools\nThe role technology can play in streamlining\, simplifying\, and standardizing the coaching process\nBest practices to align district\, school\, and individual teacher goals to coaching and professional learning activities\nHow to use coaching and observation data to inform coaching practices and dosage\, monitor progress against goals\, and track impact\n\nWhether your district has a well-established coaching program or is just getting started\, you’re sure to gain insights to strengthen implementation and drive even greater outcomes for both students and teachers. This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to PreK-12 school leaders\, district leaders\, education technology leaders\, instructional coaches\, and professional learning coaches. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Raymond Barnes has had the honor of serving as Chief of Schools for Savannah-Chatham County Public School System (GA) since July 2024. Prior to joining SCCPSS\, he held a variety of positions within Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (NC)\, including most recently as Learning Community Superintendent. Over his 25-year career in education\, Dr. Barnes has also been a principal\, an executive director\, and a teacher in primary and secondary education in rural and urban settings. With a Doctor of Education degree in Leadership and Administration from UNC-Chapel Hill and a master’s degree in administration/principalship from East Carolina University\, Dr. Barnes has a strong background in educational theory and practice and is passionate about creating equitable and inclusive learning environments that foster student achievement and growth. \n \nDr. Bryan Willis-Reese is a highly accomplished education leader with a proven track record of driving policy and practice changes to improve student outcomes and promote educational equity. Since 2024\, Dr. Willis-Reese has served as Principal at Allgood Elementary School in DeKalb County Schools (GA). Previously\, he was a Principal and Project Director in Strategic Improvement for Clayton County Public Schools (GA). Dr. Willis-Reese is a passionate advocate for education reform\, with a deep understanding of the need to pivot the education system to prepare students for the future of work. \n \nDerrick L. McMahon\, Jr. is a dynamic and dedicated Senior Customer Success Manager at Level Data with a diverse background in K–12 education. He enjoys leveraging his experiences as a classroom teacher\, school leader\, and passion for edtech to help empower schools and districts to develop effective educators while driving student achievement. He currently manages partnerships with school districts such as DC Public Schools\, Newark Board of Education\, Carlsbad Municipal School District\, and DeKalb County Schools. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Professional Learning & Practice 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 \nIn K–12\, data is everywhere but it’s not always accurate\, connected\, or actionable. We provide district leadership teams and administrators with data they can trust: standardized\, validated\, and seamlessly integrated across systems. By connecting every point of information—from enrollment and attendance to IEP service minutes and districtwide purchases—to strategic goals\, we equip leadership teams with the insights they need to measure progress\, align stakeholders\, and maximize student impact. With our tools\, educators gain not only visibility but the confidence to make informed decisions that drive meaningful\, measurable outcomes.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/pd20260114/
CATEGORIES:Coaching and Mentorship,Leadership/Administration,Professional Development,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy
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SUMMARY:Advancing Biotech Education Through CTE Pathways
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Natalie Kuldell\, Founder and Executive Director\, BioBuilder Educational Foundation\, Massachusetts Institute of Technology \nSponsored by Carolina® Science \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \n\nBiotechnology is reshaping industries across the country—from manufacturing and agriculture to healthcare and national security—creating a fast-growing demand for students who understand the science and can demonstrate real-world laboratory skills. For Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs\, this moment presents an exceptional opportunity: to offer students a pathway into high-wage\, high-demand careers through accessible\, hands-on biotechnology learning. \nIn this edWebinar\, Dr. Natalie Kuldell\, Founder of the BioBuilder Educational Foundation\, discusses the importance of providing technical knowledge\, practical skills\, scientific ways of thinking\, and an entrepreneurial mindset to help students build a successful career in science. Dr. Kuldell shares examples from BioTechBuilder\, a curriculum designed to help high schools integrate industry-aligned biotechnology and biomanufacturing coursework into existing CTE programs. Educators explore: \n\nWhat “biotech ready” means for students in today’s innovation-driven economy\nHow micro-credentials can validate student mastery\, strengthen CTE programs\, and connect learners to industry-recognized skills\nEvidence-backed approaches for teaching laboratory skills at scale—even in schools without extensive equipment or prior biotech experience\nPractical strategies for building inclusive pathways that connect high school programs to community colleges\, local employers\, and emerging bioeconomy opportunities\n\nViewers leave with a clear picture of how biotechnology can strengthen CTE offerings\, expand equitable access to STEM careers\, and prepare students with the competencies needed to thrive in one of the country’s most important growth sectors. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school leaders\, district leaders\, education technology leaders\, CTE directors\, and STEM directors. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Natalie Kuldell is a molecular biologist and educator who has combined these two parts of her career into the BioBuilder Educational Foundation\, a nonprofit she founded in 2011. BioBuilder provides exposure to real-world STEM applications and industry-relevant skills to ready the largest and most diverse group of students for college and careers in science. Dr. Kuldell studied chemistry as an undergraduate at Cornell\, completed her doctoral and postdoctoral work at Harvard Medical School\, and taught at Wellesley College before joining the Department of Biological Engineering faculty at MIT in 2003. She is the 2020 recipient of the Margret and H.A. Rey Curiosity Award and the Million Women Mentors STEM Trailblazer Award. BioBuilder has provided content and programs in all 50 states and over 80 countries. The BioTechBuilder curriculum won the 2024 Educator’s Choice “Best of STEM” Award for Career and Technical Education Curriculum\, and the 2025 Award for Professional Development. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Career\, Technical\, and Adult 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\nFrom its beginnings in 1927\, Carolina® Science has grown to become the leading supplier of science teaching materials in the world\, providing everything from curricula to lab supplies and equipment. Headquartered in Burlington\, NC\, Carolina serves customers worldwide\, including teachers\, students\, and professionals in science- and health-related fields. The company is still privately owned by descendants of the founder\, geology and biology professor Dr. Thomas E. Powell\, Jr.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/cte20260114/
CATEGORIES:Career Education,Competency-Based Learning and Credentials,CTE: Career and Tech Ed,Science,STEM/STEAM
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SUMMARY:Connecting College and Career Ambitions to Labor Market Demands
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Angela Koukoulas\, Innovation Hub Project Manager\, Champlain College; and Lance Penn\, Ed.S.\, Director\, Kennett Career & Technology Center (MO)\nModerated by Anjuli Gupta\, Director of Product Management\, College and Career Readiness\, Savvas Learning Company \nSponsored by Savvas Learning Company \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nThe workforce is changing faster than ever\, and students need clear\, informed pathways that lead to real opportunity. But for many schools\, identifying fast-growing career fields\, navigating state funding\, and building meaningful industry partnerships can feel overwhelming. \nHow can districts design college and career programs that reflect broad labor market trends while also meeting the needs of their own local communities? And how can educators ensure students are exposed to high-demand careers while developing the foundational skills needed for 21st-century success? \nJoin this edWebinar with Angela Koukoulas\, Innovation Hub Project Manager at Champlain College\, and Lance Penn\, Ed.S.\, Director\, Kennett Career & Technology Center\, as they share practical strategies for aligning career pathways to real workforce needs. Viewers learn how to: \n\nSpot fast-growing career fields and interpret labor market data for local decision making\nLeverage state funding and available resources to strengthen career-aligned programming\nBuild a community ecosystem through sustainable industry partnerships\nExpose students to high-demand\, high-opportunity careers\nPrepare learners with the foundational skills needed for 21st-century jobs\nCreate connected career pathways through college programs and industry-recognized credentials\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school educators and leaders invested in college and career readiness. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nAngela Koukoulas joined Champlain in June of 2023 as part of the innovative partnership between Champlain College and Hula (a coworking space located in Burlington\, VT). In this role\, Angela works with businesses\, entrepreneurs\, and non-profits to bolster their teams with Champlain talent. Angela helps students land internships\, work on client-facing projects\, and generally get connected to the Burlington business community. Angela also supports the development of Burlington’s Innovation District by forging intentional connections between students\, academics\, and industry. \n \nWith over 16 years of dedicated service in the Kennett Public School system\, Lance Penn brings extensive experience in educational leadership and classroom instruction. For the past two years\, he has served as the Director of the Kennett Career and Technology Center\, guiding career-focused programs and fostering strong community and industry partnerships. Before this role\, Lance spent three years as the Assistant Principal of South Elementary\, supporting teachers\, students\, and families through instructional leadership and schoolwide initiatives. His career began in the high school science classroom\, where he taught biology for 11 years and developed a passion for student engagement and academic excellence. Throughout every role\, Lance has remained committed to advancing educational opportunities and supporting the success of all learners. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nAnjuli Gupta is a product leader for Savvas PathMaker\, your all-in-one solution to students’ post-high-school success\, equipping students with college credits\, industry credentials\, and in-demand job skills. Anjuli has spent the last decade working with academic partners to develop and manage high-quality learning experiences\, including at Savvas Learning Company\, Outlier.org\, and Coursera. Prior to Coursera\, she consulted for Fortune 500 companies at BCG and Innosight\, and launched three non-profit programs in global health\, environmental health and justice\, and climate justice. Anjuli lives on the Northern California coast with her husband\, two sons\, and dog. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \n\nJoin the College\, Career\, and Life Readiness 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 \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\nAt Savvas\, we believe learning should inspire. By combining new ideas\, new ways of thinking\, and new ways of interacting\, we design engaging\, personalized\, next-generation K-12 learning solutions that give all students the opportunity to succeed. Our award-winning\, high-quality instructional materials span every grade level and discipline\, from evidence-based\, standards-aligned core curricula and supplemental and intervention programs to state-of-the-art assessment tools and the industry’s most innovative portfolio of college- and career-readiness solutions—all designed to meet the needs of every learner.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ccss20260114/
CATEGORIES:21st Century Learning,Career Education,College and Career Readiness
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SUMMARY:Small Groups That Work: Purposeful Routines for Big Literacy Results
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Julia B. Lindsey\, Foundational Literacy Expert and Consultant \nSponsored by Scholastic Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nSmall-group instruction is most powerful when it’s used with purpose. In this edWebinar\, K–5 educators learn how to rethink small groups as a flexible instructional tool to powerfully meet student needs. \nThis session focuses on why small groups matter and how to structure them for maximum impact. Teachers explore practical\, research-based routines that target real student needs\, across all aspects of reading\, while staying aligned to whole-class instruction. Viewers leave with clear strategies to keep small groups brief\, focused\, and effective. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K–5 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nJulia B. Lindsey\, Ph.D.\, is an expert in early literacy development\, curriculum\, and instruction. She has worked with teachers\, districts\, curriculum developers\, and other organizations to help translate reading research into practice. Her previous partnerships include collaborating with Boston Public Schools and District of Columbia Public Schools to create content-connected decodable texts\, working with the Center for Black Educator Development to design and pilot a new Freedom Schools model focused on early literacy\, and advising publishing companies on research-based reading instruction. Dr. Lindsey holds a BS in psychology from Davidson College\, an MAT from Relay Graduate School of Education\, and a Ph.D. in educational studies\, specializing in literacy\, language\, and culture\, from the University of Michigan. She is a proud former elementary school teacher. She is currently the Early Literacy Manager for Reading Reimagined\, an inclusive research and development program. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our 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 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.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/teach2read20260114/
CATEGORIES:Literacy,Reading Skills,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy
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SUMMARY:Why It’s Time to Teach Reading to Teens
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Priscilla Barrera\, English 1 Lead Teacher\, IDEA San Juan College Prep (TX); Nick Brummer\, Eighth-Grade ELA Lead Teacher\, Eagle Valley Middle School (CO); and Leah Sewell\, Former Teacher\, Current Director of Partnerships\, Zinc Learning Labs \nSponsored by Zinc Learning Labs \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nMany of us were trained to teach literature\, but today’s students need something different: explicit reading instruction. In this edWebinar\, two secondary ELA teachers share how they help teens build the comprehension skills required for complex texts. You learn simple\, high-impact routines you can use right away—without rewriting your curriculum or adding hours to your day. \nJoin us for an honest look at what teens need from us now\, and how we can support every reader with confidence and clarity. Each viewer through May 2026 will receive Zinc student licenses for all of their students upon completion of a brief survey. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, librarians\, ELA department chairs\, and ELA administrators. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nPriscilla Barrera is a dedicated English language arts educator and teacher leader with over 14 years of experience in education. She currently teaches Pre-AP English I at IDEA Public Schools and ENG 1301 at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley\, while also serving as a National ELA Curriculum Leader\, supporting literacy and vertical alignment initiatives. Priscilla’s work focuses on evidence-based reading and writing instruction\, with a deep commitment to ensuring multilingual learners and historically underserved students have access to rigorous\, culturally responsive literacy experiences. \n \nNicholas Brummer is an eighth-grade ELA teacher and team lead at Eagle Valley Middle School in Eagle\, Colorado. He has been recognized for his effectiveness and passion in the classroom\, receiving the Effective Apple Award in 2025 from the Education Foundation of Eagle County. Nick is in his fourth year in his current position\, having spent one year in seventh grade and one year as a perm substitute after taking 10 years off from education to raise his three children. He has 14 years total as a teacher. Nick coaches a very successful cross country team each fall\, which typically consists of 40-45 middle school runners. Fun fact: Nick is currently in the same building as his wife and two children. \n \nLeah Sewell taught ninth and tenth grade English at Lincoln High School in San Diego Unified School District for 10 years. After several years as part of College Board’s National Faculty\, she took on a full-time role with College Board’s SpringBoard ELA program\, supporting district pilots and implementations. She is excited to be a part of the Zinc Learning Labs team where she can more deeply focus on reading growth for secondary students across the country by partnering with districts as they integrate Zinc’s programs into their ELA classrooms and beyond. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \n\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\n \n\n \n\n \n\nZinc Learning Labs is a science-backed reading skills accelerator for secondary schools that drives transformative reading growth. Zinc offers easy-to-implement\, individualized\, digital experiences backed by comprehensive reporting\, empowering teachers to guide all students to reading success.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/literacyhero20260114/
CATEGORIES:Literacy,Reading Skills
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SUMMARY:Summer as a Launchpad to Build Teacher Capacity and Strengthen Student Readiness
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Blake Obi\, M.Ed.\, Former Teacher\, Current Associate Director\, Summer Learning Programs\, Lavinia Group\, a division of K12 Coalition; and Charlynn Bowers\, Former Teacher\, Current Director\, Summer Learning Programs\, Lavinia Group\, a division of K12 Coalition \nSponsored by Lavinia Group\, a division of K12 Coalition \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nThis edLeader Panel reframes summer not as a supplemental program\, but as one of the most strategic levers school leaders have to shape instructional quality\, strengthen culture\, and ensure a strong year-long arc of learning. Viewers examine how well-designed summer learning experiences can accelerate teacher skill building\, surface real-time student needs\, and create aligned conditions for success before the first day of school. \nThrough case studies\, planning tools\, and implementation examples from high-performing programs\, leaders learn how to transform summer into the true launchpad for the academic year. Viewers leave with: \n\nConcrete design principles for building educator skills\, student readiness\, and community alignment in the summer\nA customizable roadmap for strengthening summer programming and ensuring a high-coherence launch into the fall\nImmediate tools\, templates\, and action steps they can implement in their 2026 summer planning cycle\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-8 school leaders and district leaders. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nBlake Obi is the Associate Director of Summer Learning Programs and an Instructional Consultant at Lavinia Group\, where he partners with K–12 organizations to strengthen instructional management systems that drive teacher development and improve student outcomes. He brings expertise in middle school literacy grounded in years of experience as an ELA teacher and school instructional leader. In both teaching and leadership roles\, he has prioritized strong relationships\, authentic classroom culture\, and inquiry-driven collaboration. Blake holds a B.A. from the University of Michigan and an M.Ed. in educational leadership from the University of Florida.  \n \nCharlynn Bowers is the Director of Summer Learning Programs and an Instructional Consultant at Lavinia Group\, where she leads the design\, implementation\, and continuous improvement of summer learning programming through curriculum implementation support\, leader and teacher training\, and assessment-informed program strategy across all types of summer school settings. In her consulting work\, Charlynn supports K–12 math and literacy educators and leaders in improving academic outcomes and strengthening instructional management systems through instructional coaching\, strategic planning\, and implementation-focused problem solving. Previously\, Charlynn served as a middle school principal in Houston\, Texas\, where her campus earned an A rating from the Texas Education Agency. She holds a master’s degree from Relay Graduate School of Education and a bachelor’s degree from University of Michigan. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Accelerate 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 \nAt Lavinia Group\, a division of K12 Coalition\, we inspire transformative change by offering a full suite of services to support academic growth in math and literacy. We’re passionate about creating equitable opportunities for all students and developing the skills needed to tackle grade-level content. Our services include consulting and instructional coaching\, math and literacy curricula (core and supplemental)\, professional development institutes\, and our comprehensive\, ready-to-implement RISE Summer Learning Program. Our team works to build capacity that is sustainable long after working with Lavinia Group and our approach to working with school leaders and teachers offers hands-on\, immersive\, side-by-side support.
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CATEGORIES:Learning Loss/Acceleration,Student Achievement,Summer School
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SUMMARY:Growing Your Childcare Center in the Age of Change
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Marnie Forestieri Zettler\, Founder and CEO\, Young Innovators Schools\nModerated by Laura Wilhelm\, Ed.D.\, VP of Professional Learning Services\, Kaplan Early Learning Company \nSponsored by Kaplan Early Learning Company \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nThe childcare industry is evolving faster than ever—shifting parent expectations\, staffing challenges\, rising costs\, new regulations\, and increased competition are redefining what it takes to grow and sustain a successful center. \nThis strategic\, forward-thinking edWebinar is designed for childcare owners and leaders who want to move beyond survival mode and build resilient\, profitable\, and future-ready programs. In this session\, viewers explore: \n\nHow today’s economic\, workforce\, and family trends are reshaping early learning\nWhy traditional growth strategies no longer work—and what replaces them\nPractical systems for enrollment growth\, retention\, and brand differentiation\nHow innovation\, curricula\, and leadership mindset drive long-term success\n\nThis session blends real-world childcare case studies\, actionable frameworks\, and proven strategies to help leaders adapt with confidence\, make smarter decisions\, and position their centers for sustainable growth—no matter how much the industry continues to change. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to childcare owners as well as school leaders at the early childhood level. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nMarnie Forestieri Zettler is the CEO and Founder of Young Innovators Schools. She is an entrepreneur at heart with a passion for introducing innovative approaches and business models. As a successful operator of large childcare centers\, she has been recognized nationally\, presented at national conferences\, and written books for parents\, children\, administrators\, and educators. Marnie started her career as a CNN journalist\, transitioned into the role of a VP of marketing for a telecommunications company\, and launched a childcare franchise. Marnie is passionate about using research to develop content that introduces young learners across all market segments to the mindsets and skills that will help them become the fearless problem solvers of tomorrow. At Young Innovators Academy\, Marnie leads a team of university professors\, entrepreneurs\, childcare professionals\, marketing experts\, and engineers. She holds a BS in business administration\, a CDA\, and a director’s credential. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nAs the Vice President for Professional Learning at Kaplan\, Laura Wilhelm\, Ed.D.\, draws on decades of experience teaching young children and early childhood professionals\, starting with toddlers in the 1980s\, followed by PreK-third grade in urban and suburban schools\, and as a university lab school director. Since earning her doctorate in ECE curriculum and instruction in 1999\, she has served as a program director\, full professor\, national validator for the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)\, and a site visitor for the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Programs (CAEP). She enjoys planning professional development\, speaking at conferences\, leading study tours\, visiting early education programs around the world\, and returning home to her family. She is the author of The Neglected Child: How to Recognize\, Respond\, and Prevent (2013); Treasure Baskets: Heuristic Learning for Infants and Toddlers (2017); Enticing Environments for People Under Three (2021); and Living Loose Parts: Creatures of Curiosity (2024)\, all from Gryphon House. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Classroom Management for Early 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\nFor more than 50 years\, Kaplan Early Learning Company has been a champion for play. From our research-based curricula to enriching classroom environments and innovative technology solutions\, Kaplan’s products and services inspire a lifelong love of learning in children and educators. We are architects of learning good and defenders of the imagination. We live for inseparable bonds and open minds. We encourage the eager and inspire the inspirers. We transform lives through play.
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CATEGORIES:Early Childhood Learning,PreK-K Programs
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SUMMARY:Closing the Attendance Impact Gap Part 1: 5 Gap-Filling Strategies for Solving the Attendance Paradox
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kate Pechacek\, Former Teacher\, Current K12 Strategic Consultant\, No Isolation; and Roland Jones\, Former Teacher\, Current K12 Partnerships\, No Isolation \nSponsored by No Isolation \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nOver the past several years\, school districts have made significant progress in building strong attendance systems. Clear processes\, tiered supports\, data monitoring\, and cross-functional teams are now in place in many districts\, and leaders can rightly say they have a strategy. And yet\, improvements in chronic absence have not kept pace with the effort invested. \nThis first edWebinar in the four-part Closing the Attendance Impact Gap series explores the attendance paradox facing K–12 systems today: while attendance structures and processes have improved\, they often produce only modest gains because the students most in need of support are frequently not present for those systems to reach. When students are physically absent or emotionally disengaged\, traditional interventions alone have limited impact. \nDesigned for district and school leaders\, this session introduces five gap-filling strategies that complement existing attendance systems by addressing what is often missing—connection\, belonging\, and readiness to return\, particularly during periods of absence. Viewers examine how attendance challenges have evolved\, why system strengthening alone can have plateaued results\, and how districts are extending their reach to students who cannot consistently attend in person. \nViewers: \n\nUnderstand why strong attendance systems can still yield limited gains\nIdentify five practical strategies to close attendance impact gaps\nExplore how connection and belonging influence attendance outcomes\n\nViewers leave with actionable insights to strengthen attendance outcomes by reaching students whom traditional approaches struggle to reach. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to school leaders\, district leaders\, and teachers of all grade levels. \nView part two: 3 Steps to Maximize Return on Attendance\, and What Absence Really Costs\nView part three: 3 Strategies to Build Belonging – the Key to Attendance Today and Every Day After\nView part four: Completing the Missing Pieces of Your Attendance System \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nKate Pechacek serves as a K–12 Strategic Advisor to systems-improving education technology organizations and school districts\, including No Isolation\, and is the founder and CEO of OpendoorsEd. She began her 30-year career in education as a secondary mathematics teacher\, serving for 15 years before holding multiple site- and district-level leadership roles in curriculum\, instruction\, assessment\, and MTSS across districts nationwide. She then spent nearly a decade in education technology before founding OpendoorsEd. Kate is an internationally recognized speaker\, including at the 2025 World Inclusion Congress in Almaty\, Kazakhstan\, and is passionate about systemic school improvement. \n \nRoland Jones brings a unique perspective to educational innovation\, bridging formal teaching credentials with deep expertise in technology adoption and digital transformation. A licensed educator with a Bachelor of Science in Music Education from the University of Missouri\, Roland’s educational journey spans two continents—having studied in both the United States and Australia at the University of Sydney’s Conservatorium of Music. With over 20 years driving technology solutions\, Roland has specialized in helping institutions navigate complex digital transformations and maximize the value of innovative platforms. \nHis experience ranges from facilitating strategic change initiatives to partnering with organizations on solutions that drive measurable outcomes\, including his current role leading new K12 partnerships for No Isolation. As a parent and former educator\, Roland understands firsthand the critical importance of student engagement and attendance. He’s passionate about how technology can remove barriers to learning and create inclusive classroom environments where every student can participate fully\, regardless of physical presence. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our 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 \nNo Isolation is a mission-driven technology company dedicated to combating loneliness and social exclusion through human-centered innovation. Founded in Norway\, the company designs communication tools that bridge gaps for individuals facing barriers to connection—especially young people unable to attend school due to illness\, mental health challenges\, or other circumstances. \nTheir flagship product\, the AV1 telepresence robot\, serves as a student’s eyes\, ears\, and voice in the classroom. Controlled remotely via a secure app\, AV1 enables students to participate in lessons and maintain vital social ties with classmates\, even from a hospital bed or home. \nUsed in over 2\,500 schools across 18 countries\, AV1 has supported more than 10\,000 students\, helping districts promote equity\, belonging\, and academic continuity. No Isolation also meets the highest standards of data security and privacy for students\, staff\, and families—making AV1 a trusted solution for inclusive education. Learn more at www.noisolation.com.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/positive20260120/
CATEGORIES:Absenteeism and Attendance,Leadership/Administration
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SUMMARY:Decodables in Action: Accelerating K-3 Fluency\, Vocabulary\, and Comprehension
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Wiley Blevins\, Author\, Educational Consultant\, and Researcher \nSponsored by Sadlier \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin renowned literacy expert Wiley Blevins\, Ed.D.\, for an engaging session on how to accelerate students’ use of decodable texts to strengthen foundational reading skills. This edWebinar focuses on practical\, research-based strategies that help students apply phonics instruction in meaningful ways\, build confident decoding fluency\, and support broader literacy development—including vocabulary\, syntax\, comprehension\, and writing. \nDr. Blevins explores the essential features of effective decodable texts\, how to select and sequence them for maximum impact\, and instructional routines that seamlessly connect phonics lessons to reading practice. Viewers learn fluency-building techniques that support accuracy\, automaticity\, and deeper language processing\, along with ways to extend decodable reading into authentic writing tasks. Educators leave with a clear understanding of how high-quality decodable texts can accelerate early literacy growth and actionable ideas they can implement immediately. \nThis recorded edWebinar is ideal for K–3 teachers\, literacy coaches\, reading specialists\, and school leaders committed to strengthening Science-of-Reading-aligned instruction and helping all young learners become confident\, proficient readers. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nWiley Blevins\, Ed.D.\, studied at the Harvard Graduate School of Education and Bowling Green State University and has his doctorate in education. He is an author\, educational consultant\, and researcher with deep expertise in literacy instruction and reading intervention. Dr. Blevins has taught in both the United States and South America\, bringing a global perspective to his work. He is widely recognized for his contributions to phonics and early literacy and has authored numerous professional books and instructional resources used in classrooms nationwide. Through his consulting and research\, Dr. Blevins supports educators in implementing evidence-based practices that accelerate reading growth for all learners. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \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\nWith 200 years of trusted experience\, Sadlier empowers K–12 educators to shape the future with proven\, research-based programs that drive student success. \n\n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/earlychildhood20260120/
CATEGORIES:Early Childhood Learning,Early Literacy,English, Language Arts, Writing,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Turning Data Into Action for Strong Student Outcomes on State Tests
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Michael Garza\, Principal\, Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory Elementary (TX); Denise Sanchez\, Lead Teacher\, Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory Elementary (TX); Crystal Weber\, Algebra 2 Team Leader & Classroom Teacher\, Henderson County Schools (KY); and Jill Stallings\, Algebra 2 Teacher\, Henderson County Schools (KY)\nModerated by Justin McElwee\, Enablement Manager\, Wayground (formerly Quizizz) \nSponsored by Wayground (formerly Quizizz) \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nAs spring testing approaches\, school and district leaders face increasing pressure to ensure students are truly prepared for state assessments—without relying on last-minute test prep or disconnected instructional strategies. This edLeader Panel focuses on what actually works to improve state test readiness through intentional\, data-driven\, system-level leadership. \nThe goal of this session is to help leaders build a cohesive approach to state test readiness that connects daily instruction\, real-time data\, and targeted supports—so teachers can make informed adjustments before gaps show up on test day. \nThe panelists share how effective schools leverage ongoing assessment signals to identify trends\, anticipate student needs\, and guide instructional decisions at the classroom and schoolwide levels. Viewers learn how data can move beyond static reports to become a daily tool that empowers teachers and supports every learner. \nViewers learn how to: \n\nUse real-time and predictive data to inform instructional decisions and improve readiness\nIdentify early indicators of risk and provide timely\, targeted support\nAlign state test readiness efforts with formative assessment practices\nSupport diverse student populations in demonstrating growth and achievement\n\nViewers leave with practical strategies to turn data into action and strengthen student outcomes on state assessments. This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Michael Garza is the Principal of Sam Houston Collegiate Preparatory Elementary and brings more than 25 years of experience in education and organizational performance. His leadership is grounded in data-driven decision making and instructional improvement\, with a focus on turning real-time and predictive data into actionable classroom practices. Dr. Garza holds a doctorate in industrial/organizational psychology\, an MBA\, and an educator certification from the Texas Education Agency. \nHe is known for embedding daily data use into instruction\, leading his campus to achieve more than two years of academic growth on NWEA MAP assessments for three consecutive years. He is the creator of the Phoenix Challenge curriculum\, recognized for positively transforming student behavior\, and has led innovative initiatives addressing instructional capacity\, teacher recruitment\, and higher education partnerships. His work centers on using data to empower educators and improve outcomes for every student. \n \nDenise Sanchez is a dedicated science educator with six years of classroom experience. She was elected Teacher of the Year for the 2025 school year and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in education. Denise has a proven record of driving academic growth; by December\, her science students exceeded national norms and reached the 92nd percentile. Her work centers on effective instructional practices that elevate student achievement and support teacher growth. \n \nCrystal Weber is a classroom teacher at Henderson County High School. She is currently the team leader of the Algebra 2 team with nearly 20 years of teaching experience in both middle school and high school mathematics. \nCrystal has been a National Board Certified Teacher since 2015 and has a Master of Science degree in Education. Her Algebra 2 team is known for using both summative and formative assessment data to drive instruction and promote strong practices for standardized testing. These data analysis strategies have led to yearly increases on state testing\, culminating in a distinguished rating for the first time in school history. \n \nJill Stallings is one of the Algebra 2 teachers at Henderson County High School and brings more than 30 years of experience in education. Her team relies on data to make decisions to help students learn to the best of their abilities. \nJill holds a master’s in educational leadership\, a master’s in curriculum and instruction\, and a bachelor’s in elementary education. Her educational certificate in Kentucky is for K-6 and Mathematics 5-12. She is known for using data to drive instructional choices. \nAlong with other members of the Algebra 2 team\, Jill creates\, analyzes\, and implements decisions based on data. Student learning is the focus\, and she helps to identify the effectiveness of instruction. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nJustin McElwee is a former educator with 15 years of experience spanning special education\, history\, English\, and instructional technology coaching. He holds a master’s degree in educational technology and is deeply passionate about how technology can enhance learning while advancing equity and accessibility in classrooms. Beyond education\, Justin is an avid podcaster and creative content producer. He has worked on projects for LiveSchool\, Teacher Misery author Jane Morris\, Belly Up Sports\, and his own show\, Baseball and Whatever. In 2022\, the podcast was shortlisted for Best Baseball Podcast Episode at the Sports Podcast Awards for an interview with MLB All-Star Jason Kendall. A lifelong tech enthusiast\, Justin’s love for technology began with his family’s first PC in 1994. Outside of work\, he enjoys time with his wife\, Erica\, and their two toddlers\, Maddie and Mason\, in Chicago. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the PD in Action community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, and receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars. \n\nWayground (formerly Quizizz) is a teaching platform that lets you deliver instruction that’s relevant for every student with a boost from AI. With Wayground\, teachers can plan engaging yet rigorous assessments\, lessons\, or activities in a matter of minutes for any grade level or subject.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/pdinaction20260121/
CATEGORIES:Assessment,Data and Analytics,Leadership/Administration
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SUMMARY:Rethinking Intervention in the Elementary Grades for Long-Term Student Success
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Lucy L. Payne\, Ph.D.\, Author\, Educator\, University of St. Thomas; and Sue Strom\, Author\, Educator\, Wayzata Public Schools (MN)\nModerated by Heather Brooke\, Vice President of Professional Learning\, Teacher Created Materials \nSponsored by Teacher Created Materials \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nMeaningful intervention goes beyond remediation\, it’s about creating programs that foster authentic engagement\, honor each young person’s strengths\, and maximize learning everywhere. \nIn this engaging edWebinar\, experts Sue Strom and Dr. Lucy L. Payne share practical strategies derived from their study of intervention programs nationwide\, revealing what truly drives long-term student success and overall well-being. \nViewers learn: \n\nHow to apply the Gear Model framework to blend classroom learning\, small-group instruction\, and real-world enrichment\nStrategies to balance personalized academic support with strong\, trust-based relationships\nWays to shift intervention from a reactive response to a proactive\, whole-child approach that empowers lasting success\n\nPerfect for elementary educators and program leaders across school-day\, after-school\, and summer settings\, this edWebinar offers a roadmap for building effective\, sustainable interventions that help every learner thrive. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Lucy L. Payne is a professor and author with over 35 years of experience in early childhood and elementary education. At the University of St. Thomas\, she teaches math\, science\, and curriculum design. She has served on state education boards\, contributed to national accreditation efforts\, and recently developed a program supporting educator mental wellness. Dr. Payne recently authored the professional resource Academic Intervention Success: A Whole-Child Approach to K-5 Achievement with her co-presenter\, Sue Strom. \n \nSue Strom is a veteran classroom teacher\, intervention specialist\, and author with 38 years of experience. An Orton-Gillingham-trained educator and National Urban Alliance-certified coach\, she co-developed an innovative hybrid intervention model with Dr. Lucy L. Payne that integrates in-school support with out-of-school tutoring\, enrichment\, and movement. Featured in their book\, Academic Intervention Success: A Whole-Child Approach to K-5 Achievement\, their approach emphasizes strong family input and school-home partnerships to promote whole-child success. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nHeather Brooke is the VP of Professional Learning at Teacher Created Materials\, where she oversees a team that delivers high-quality professional learning workshops for educators nationwide. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Build Educator Capacity and Boost Student Achievement community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\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.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/building-educator-capacity20260121/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Student Achievement,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy
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SUMMARY:Sustaining Your Math Community Throughout the School Year
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Reagan Tunstall\, Educator\, Author\, Curriculum Designer\, and Educational Consultant\, Tunstall’s Teaching; and Kristina Grant\, Educator\, Curriculum Designer\, and Educational Consultant\, Tunstall’s Teaching \nSponsored by ESGI – A Riverside Insights Solution \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nWant math success that lasts beyond back to school? Join us for this edWebinar where we explore how to sustain a strong math community all school year long with effective instructional strategies that work alongside any curriculum. \nDiscover how to provide instant\, actionable data to guide instruction\, support differentiation\, and strengthen students’ mathematical thinking from day one to day 180. Reagan Tunstall and Kristina Grant—educators\, presenters\, and curriculum designers from Tunstall’s Teaching—share practical strategies from their professional development resources designed to build thriving math classrooms. \nViewers learn how to: \n\nIncorporate the essential components of effective math instruction\nNurture a classroom math culture that grows stronger throughout the year\nStreamline planning with ready-to-use teaching tools\nUse quick\, targeted assessments to adjust instruction in real time with a free trial of ESGI\n\nYou leave with free math resources\, actionable strategies you can use immediately\, and renewed confidence to sustain a strong math community all school year long. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-5 teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nReagan Tunstall incorporates 29 years in education into her teaching resources and idea-packed workshops. Her decades of classroom experience\, combined with a passion for speaking and creating resources teachers and students love\, drive her to share the effectiveness of developing a community of mathematical thinkers. She has led districts across the U.S. in implementing math standards and best practices for more than ten years. Reagan has authored more than 1\,500 teaching resources\, including a K–5 curriculum manufactured and distributed by hand2mind\, a math professional development book\, and published student math readers. Reagan writes at Tunstall’s Teaching while working as an educational consultant\, speaker\, and curriculum writer. \n \nKristina Grant is an enthusiastic educator with a master’s in education (M.Ed.) and 18 years of experience who has a passion for creating a constructive learning culture. Her classroom-management methods and curriculum-conscious techniques allow students to flourish socially\, emotionally\, and academically. Her research has been published in the Kappa Delta Pi Record. As a national presenter\, Kristina shares dynamic techniques for combining math and SEL through interactive practices teachers can implement immediately. She develops and designs curriculum and classroom resources that cultivate a caring classroom climate while meeting standards. Kristina works at Tunstall’s Teaching as an educational consultant\, speaker\, and curriculum writer. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our 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 \nESGI is the award-winning\, one-on-one assessment and progress monitoring platform designed for early childhood educators. With quick\, customizable assessments and real-time data\, ESGI helps teachers support every learner through targeted instruction and meaningful family communication. Teachers save hours each week with automatic data collection\, grouping tools\, and instant reports. Districts rely on ESGI for visibility across classrooms\, consistent benchmarking\, and tools that strengthen instructional decision-making. Learn more at esgisoftware.com.
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CATEGORIES:Mathematics
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SUMMARY:Thoughtful Discourse in Social Studies: Think Critically\, Discuss Civilly
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kelsey Moore\, Former Teacher\, Current Senior Account and Community Manager\, TCI; and Becki Smith\, Former Teacher\, Current Customer Consultant\, TCI \nSponsored by Teachers’ Curriculum Institute (TCI) \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nDeveloping the skills to think critically and discuss civilly is essential to meaningful social studies learning. But navigating challenging topics can sometimes require extra support. \nJoin us for this edWebinar where you learn how the Response Group strategy can transform classroom conversation. This powerful teaching strategy helps students grapple with complex historical events\, consider multiple perspectives\, and thoughtfully debate the consequences of public policies. \nWe showcase routines you can implement right away to support civil discourse and encourage students to wrestle with tough questions. Through real classroom examples\, you see how small-group discussions build classroom community and help students recognize the intricacies of history and society. Learning objectives include: \n\nTeaching students civil discourse\nSupporting constructive engagement with dissenting opinions\nCreating routines for confident inquiry and discussion\nStrengthening civic engagement in the classroom\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nKelsey Moore is a former high school social studies teacher with eight years of experience engaging students in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District. Since joining TCI in 2018\, she has served as a Senior Account and Community Manager\, supporting educators with innovative tools and resources. Kelsey’s deep understanding of classroom challenges and her passion for education make her a valuable resource for teachers. Outside of work\, she enjoys reading\, watching movies\, and spending time with her husband and three children.  \n \nBecki Smith is passionate about active learning and helping students become critical thinkers. A former public school teacher and professional learning lead\, she now serves as a Customer Consultant with TCI\, where she partners with educators to create engaging\, student-centered classrooms. Coming from a family of educators dating back to the late 1800s\, Becki believes that the true measure of success in education extends beyond test scores—it’s found in the growth\, character\, and lifelong impact of learners. She’s dedicated to supporting teachers and students in continuously improving and thriving together. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the K-12 Social Studies and Civics 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 a K-12 education company founded by teachers\, for teachers. We are committed to creating engaging and effective social studies and science programs that bring learning to life. With a focus on active learning and differentiated instruction\, we empower educators with the tools and support they need to inspire students and drive meaningful learning experiences.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/socialstudies20260121/
CATEGORIES:Social Studies and Civics
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SUMMARY:Sparking Creativity on a Shoestring Budget: Tech Tools for Big Ideas
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Maren Vernon\, Learning Resource Designer\, Scratch Foundation; and Omashani Naidoo\, Executive Director\, SchoolNet South Africa\nModerated by Nick Schiner\, Director of Peer-to-Peer Learning\, Digital Promise \nSponsored by Digital Promise \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nInnovation shouldn’t come with a high price tag. In this edWebinar\, the presenters explore how to ignite student creativity and problem-solving skills using powerful\, free\, and low-cost technology tools. They dive into practical strategies for integrating free and low-cost technologies into your classroom to support skill building and creativity. \n\nViewers leave with a toolkit of free and low-cost resources to boost student engagement\, examples of student-led projects that tackle global challenges using simple tools\, and actionable steps to participate in the Ciena Solutions Challenge\, where students can showcase their big ideas and apply for sustainability awards. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n\n \nAbout the Presenters \nMaren Vernon is the Learning Resource Designer for Scratch. Combining her twin passions for education and coding\, Maren develops creative learning resources and engagement experiences for Scratchers and educators. As a lifelong learner\, Maren embraces the 4 P’s (Projects\, Passions\, Peers\, Play) and is always thinking about how to empower her learning audience with tools they need for success. \n \nOmashani Naidoo is a qualified mathematics and computer studies teacher with a master’s degree in ICT education\, with over 20 years of experience in digital education. As Executive Director of SchoolNet South Africa\, she leads national and provincial ICT training initiatives\, manages stakeholder relationships\, and oversees professional development for educators in mostly public and rural schools. She is a master trainer for Microsoft\, Google Education\, and Intel\, and was recognized as an inaugural Global Intel Visionary for her contributions to digital learning and profiled by the Commonwealth of Learning Women in NGO Leadership. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nNick Schiner is the Director of Peer-to-Peer Professional Learning at Digital Promise. Nick began his career as a classroom educator with Baltimore County Public Schools\, teaching fourth and fifth grade before moving into the role of Elementary Technology Integration Specialist. After his time in the classroom\, he served as Team Leader on the district’s Innovative Learning Team\, where he oversaw efforts to help teachers integrate technology meaningfully and design hands-on\, authentic learning experiences grounded in constructionism and constructivism. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Towson University and a master’s degree in educational technology from Johns Hopkins University. \n\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin The Digital Promise Future of 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\n					\n				\n					Digital Promise is a global nonprofit working to expand opportunity for every learner. We work with educators\, researchers\, technology leaders\, and communities to design\, investigate\, and scale innovations that support learners\, especially those who’ve been historically and systematically excluded. Our vision is that every person engages in powerful learning experiences that lead to a life of well-being\, fulfillment\, and economic mobility. For more information\, visit the Digital Promise website and follow Digital Promise for updates.
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CATEGORIES:Creativity,Problem-Based Learning,Project-Based Learning,STEM/STEAM,Technology for Learning
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SUMMARY:How Morphology Grows Vocabulary: Hands-On Word Study for K-8
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Donald Bear\, Professor Emeritus and Literacy Center Director\, Iowa State University and University of Nevada\, Reno \nSponsored by Savvas Learning Company \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nStudents need strong vocabularies to become confident\, skilled readers\, writers\, speakers\, and listeners. Teaching morphology is a powerful way for students to expand their vocabularies\, and word study is an effective instructional approach for giving students fun\, hands-on practice with morphology\, phonology\, syllable types\, and essential reading and thinking skills. \nJoin this edWebinar with award-winning author\, professor\, and literacy expert Dr. Donald Bear as he shares best practices for morphology instruction and word study for K-8 classrooms. From tips on grouping students and differentiating instruction to hands-on activities that will get students excited about learning\, Dr. Bear provides practical\, real-world advice for strengthening students’ morphology and vocabulary skills. \nViewers of this lively session explore: \n\nPractical strategies for implementing consistent word study routines in their literacy blocks\nReal examples of engaging instructional strategies and hands-on practice activities that teachers can easily implement\nResearch that demonstrates why morphology and word study are key to building students’ vocabulary skills\n\nAll viewers receive free\, ready-to-use word study resources. All educators with an interest in literacy—especially K-8 classroom teachers\, reading coaches\, literacy leaders\, instructional leaders\, special educators\, and speech-language pathologists—are encouraged to view this recorded edWebinar. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Donald Bear is Professor Emeritus in Literacy Studies at Iowa State and at the University of Nevada\, Reno\, where he directed literacy centers and taught at all levels. A former classroom teacher\, Dr. Bear is a co-author of numerous articles\, chapters\, and 17 books\, including Word Study for Phonics\, Spelling\, and Vocabulary Instruction and Words Their Way. His research explores the synchrony of literacy development from beginning concept of word in pre-kindergarten to how morphology underlies academic vocabulary learning. He has received multiple awards for teaching and service and has served on boards and advisory groups for professional organizations. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \n\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 \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\nAt Savvas\, we believe learning should inspire. By combining new ideas\, new ways of thinking\, and new ways of interacting\, we design engaging\, personalized\, next-generation K-12 learning solutions that give all students the opportunity to succeed. Our award-winning\, high-quality instructional materials span every grade level and discipline\, from evidence-based\, standards-aligned core curricula and supplemental and intervention programs to state-of-the-art assessment tools and the industry’s most innovative portfolio of college- and career-readiness solutions—all designed to meet the needs of every learner.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/teach2read20260122/
CATEGORIES:Early Literacy,Reading Skills,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy
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SUMMARY:How to Incorporate Reading Full Books in ELA Classrooms\, and Why
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Freda Shatara\, First Grade Teacher\, Ann Arbor Public Schools (MI); Lorraine Griffith\, Former Teacher\, Current Senior Director\, Content Architect\, Great Minds; and Melissa Loftus\, Former Teacher\, Current Lead Curriculum Developer\, Great Minds \nSponsored by Great Minds \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nIn many classrooms\, language arts instruction focuses on short passages. But research shows that students stay more engaged\, build reading stamina\, and deepen comprehension when they read full books. \nIn this edWebinar\, Lorraine Griffith\, Senior Director of Content Architecture at Great Minds\, Melissa Loftus\, Lead Curriculum Developer at Great Minds and co-host of the Melissa & Lori Love Literacy podcast\, and Freda Shatara\, First Grade Teacher at Ann Arbor Public Schools (MI)\, share: \n\nReady-to-use ideas for choosing books and pacing lessons over time\nWays to give support without interrupting the flow of reading\nSolutions to common challenges\, such as limited time\, pacing across a full book\, and meeting the needs of diverse learners\n\nViewers see examples from picture books and longer texts. They also receive classroom-ready discussion and question prompts for two picture books. By the end of this edWebinar\, viewers are able to: \n\nUse teaching moves that boost engagement and motivation to read\nConnect reading full books to improved comprehension and writing\nPlan discussions and text-based questions that help students make inferences\, connect ideas\, and use evidence\nExplain how reading complete texts builds stamina and confidence\nChoose texts and supports that help all students succeed\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nFreda Shatara is a first-grade teacher in Ann Arbor\, Michigan\, with 10 years of experience supporting young learners. She earned her undergraduate degree in early childhood and elementary education and holds two master’s degrees—one in bilingual and bicultural education and another in curriculum and instruction. Freda is currently in her second year teaching with a Great Minds ELA curriculum\, where she focuses on engaging students in reading full\, meaningful texts. She is passionate about building strong literacy foundations\, supporting multilingual learners\, and creating inclusive classroom environments that honor students’ identities. Freda enjoys collaborating with other educators and sharing practical insights from her classroom experience to support thoughtful\, effective instruction. \n \nLorraine Griffith serves as the Senior Director\, Content Architect at Great Minds. She shapes the vision of the Great Minds Language Arts core and supplementary product development as their team of teacher-writers crafts coherent\, knowledge-rich content. Lorraine joined Great Minds as a board member in 2008 while teaching in a rural\, Title One elementary school in Asheville\, NC. She taught kindergarten and Grades 4 and 5 along with reading intervention. After Lorraine witnessed the profound impact of reading fluency in her fourth- and fifth-grade classrooms\, she wrote numerous books with Dr. Tim Rasinski. She taught English language arts at the University of North Carolina Asheville for about six years. In 2016\, Lorraine retired from teaching after more than 27 years to join Great Minds full time. \n \nMelissa Loftus is a National Board Certified Teacher who taught middle and high school ELA for nearly 15 years in New Orleans and Baltimore. In addition to teaching\, Melissa has served as a teacher-coach at both the school and district levels and as an Adjunct Professor of Education at Johns Hopkins University. She has deep experience providing professional development to teachers about effective instruction\, especially in literacy. She created the Melissa & Lori Love Literacy podcast with her co-host\, Lori Sappington. They have hosted over 200 podcast episodes with experts about how to teach reading and writing\, and have reached more than 2 million listeners. Melissa and Lori also authored The Literacy 50—A Q&A Handbook for Teachers: Real-World Answers to Questions About Reading That Keep You Up at Night. In addition to hosting the podcast\, she is a Curriculum Developer with Great Minds. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our 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\n \nGreat Minds PBC is a public benefit corporation founded on the belief that education should be rich in knowledge and accessible to every child. In literacy\, Great Minds® has developed Arts & Letters® and Wit & Wisdom®\, core English language arts programs anchored by award-winning books and authentic texts that build knowledge on engaging topics in grade levels K–8. Great Minds also has developed Geodes® books for emerging and developing readers in grade levels K–3. Geodes are published by Great Minds PBC and can be used with any reading foundations program. Geodes was originally created in association with Wilson Language Training. Great Minds also is the publisher of Eureka Math®\, Eureka Math2®\, and PhD Science®.​
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ela20260127/
CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Reading Skills,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:How Science Leaders Can Support High-Quality Elementary Science Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Terrance Burgess\, Assistant Professor of Science Education\, Michigan State University \nSponsored by Savvas Learning Company \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nScience is an essential discipline that helps all learners better understand the world around them\, build critical-thinking and problem-solving skills\, and prepare for future careers. Yet too often\, science instruction doesn’t get the same time and resources as other disciplines. How can science leaders confidently advocate for the time\, materials\, and support necessary for high-quality science to thrive in their schools and districts? \nJoin this edWebinar with Dr. Terrance Burgess\, a professor whose research focuses on increasing equitable science learning opportunities\, as he shares practical tools\, including the specific language needed\, to make a compelling case for science and drive instructional excellence. \nViewers explore how to: \n\nClearly define and champion what high-quality science instruction looks like in the classroom\nSuccessfully advocate for increased instructional time and materials\nExpand what counts as “science” using an interdisciplinary lens\nUse research to show how high-quality science instruction can lead to overall improved student learning and standardized test scores\n\nIn addition\, viewers learn about the Youth Participatory Framework\, a practical model for planning and implementing engaging\, student-centered science lessons. All elementary educators with an interest in science—especially district and school leaders\, curriculum directors\, instructional leaders\, and science teachers—are encouraged to view this recorded edWebinar. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Terrance Burgess is an Assistant Professor of Science Education in the Department of Teacher Education at Michigan State University. A former high school science teacher\, his research focuses on how increasing equitable science learning opportunities for elementary youth of color influences their multiple identities within the urban school setting. Additional areas of his research explore how teachers’ positionalities and their implementation of standards-driven curricula tend to youth’s multiple identities. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \n\nJoin the Teaching Next Generation Scientists 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 \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\nAt Savvas\, we believe learning should inspire. By combining new ideas\, new ways of thinking\, and new ways of interacting\, we design engaging\, personalized\, next-generation K-12 learning solutions that give all students the opportunity to succeed. Our award-winning\, high-quality instructional materials span every grade level and discipline\, from evidence-based\, standards-aligned core curricula and supplemental and intervention programs to state-of-the-art assessment tools and the industry’s most innovative portfolio of college- and career-readiness solutions—all designed to meet the needs of every learner.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/science20260127/
CATEGORIES:Science,STEM/STEAM
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SUMMARY:TikTok\, Tariffs\, and Taiwan: Spark Curiosity and Classroom Conversations About China
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jane Highley\, Social Studies Teacher\, Devon Preparatory School (PA); Dr. Zongyuan Zoe Liu\, Maurice R. Greenberg Senior Fellow for China Studies\, Council on Foreign Relations; and Charles Hopkins\, Managing Director\, Teaching and Learning\, Council on Foreign Relations \nSponsored by CFR Education \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nFrom viral TikTok trends to debates over tariffs and Taiwan’s status\, today’s students are already shaped by the influence of the People’s Republic of China\, often without realizing it. Helping them make sense of these everyday experiences opens the door to powerful\, real-world learning across social studies\, economics\, current events\, history\, and global issues. \nJoin CFR Education\, the educational arm of the Council on Foreign Relations\, for this edWebinar to explore how to bring conversations about U.S.-China relations into your classroom in ways that spark curiosity and critical thinking. Hear from a global expert\, an award-winning social studies teacher\, and an educational leader as they unpack how China’s influence in technology\, trade\, and geopolitics is shaping your students’ world\, and how understanding these connections prepares them for the challenges and opportunities of their future. \nViewers take away: \n\nFREE\, ready-to-use\, nonpartisan teaching and learning resources from CFR Education\nInsight into current U.S.-China dynamics and why they matter for American students\nTips for integrating current events into your curriculum to engage students in meaningful conversation\nClassroom-tested examples of how global topics\, such as U.S.-China relations\, can enhance civic and critical thinking skills\n\nJoin this edWebinar to learn how to help your students connect what they see online to the world around them and bring global affairs to life in your classroom. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nJane Highley is a middle and high school social studies teacher at Devon Preparatory School in Devon\, Pennsylvania\, where she teaches AP U.S. Government\, human geography\, comparative government\, and civics. She is the 2024 winner of the Jack Miller Center K-12 Teaching Excellence Award\, which is awarded to an educator who demonstrates an exceptional ability to engage students in the story of America through their teaching. She earned a bachelor’s in English and history at the University of California\, Davis\, and a master’s in education at the University of Pennsylvania. She also earned a master’s in American history at La Salle University. She is a 2017 recipient of the James Madison Memorial Fellowship\, which made it possible for her to earn that master’s in American history. \n\n \nDr. Zongyuan Zoe Liu is the Maurice R. Greenberg Senior Fellow for China Studies at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR). Her work focuses on international finance\, sovereign wealth funds\, industrial policies\, and the geoeconomics of energy transition\, and her regional expertise is in East Asia and the Middle East. Dr. Liu also teaches in the capacity of an adjunct faculty member at the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) of Columbia University and Columbia Business School. She is also a Senior Research Scholar at the Institute of Global Politics at SIPA and a Wilson China Fellow. Dr. Liu is the author of Can BRICS De-dollarize the Global Financial System? (Cambridge University Press) and Sovereign Funds: How the Communist Party of China Finances its Global Ambitions (Harvard University Press). The book Sovereign Funds is the 2024 winner of the PROSE Best Book Award in Business\, Finance\, and Management. \n \nCharles Hopkins is the Managing Director of Teaching and Learning at the Council on Foreign Relations\, where he helps to develop teaching resources and works with instructors and institutions who use CFR Education resources. Before CFR\, he taught middle and high school social studies both in the United States and abroad. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the K-12 Social Studies and Civics 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					\n				\n					CFR Education\, the educational arm of the Council on Foreign Relations\, helps middle\, high school\, and higher education students understand and engage with today’s most pressing global issues. With over 800 free\, nonpartisan\, multimedia teaching and learning resources\, CFR Education’s supplemental materials help students gain the knowledge\, skills\, and perspective needed to navigate today’s interconnected world. CFR Education also provides professional development and programming opportunities to support educators as they take on this crucial work.\n				 \n\n \n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/socialstudies20260127/
CATEGORIES:Global Education,Multicultural Learning,Real World Literacy,Social Studies and Civics,Student Engagement and Motivation
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SUMMARY:Finding Your Purpose for Progress Monitoring: Steps for Success
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Matthew Burns\, Fein Professor of Special Education\, University of Florida; and Dr. Michelle Hosp\, Senior Director of Assessment Innovation\, Renaissance \nSponsored by Renaissance \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nProgress monitoring is one of the most challenging aspects of MTSS. Educators often have questions about which measure(s) to use\, how often to administer them\, how to set goals\, and how to use the results. \nAnswering these questions begins with a critical—and often overlooked—first step: clearly establishing your purpose. \nIn this edLeader Panel\, two assessment experts cut through common misconceptions around progress monitoring. They also show you how to help your teams fully understand their purpose and make data-based decisions around instruction. Topics include: \n\nWhen to use multiple measures for progress monitoring—and the questions each measure answers\nHow often to assess students\, and how much data a team truly needs\nHow to set the right growth goal for each learner\nHow to determine adequate progress\, and when to intensify your efforts\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 school and district leaders\, assessment directors\, curriculum directors\, MTSS directors\, instructional coaches\, and interventionists. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nMatthew Burns\, Ph.D.\, is Fein Professor of Special Education at the University of Florida. He has published more than 200 articles and 15 books and is dedicated to positively influencing practice in K–12 schools and mentoring the next generation of thought leaders in education. He is a co-editor of Remedial and Special Education and the Journal of MTSS\, and a past editor of School Psychology Review and Assessment for Effective Intervention. \n \nMichelle Hosp\, Ph.D.\, has over 30 years of experience working with students\, educators\, families\, and researchers as a school psychologist\, professor\, Director of the Iowa Reading Research Center\, and Senior Director of Assessment Innovation at Renaissance. She is the creator of the Star Phonics assessment and co-author of the book The ABCs of CBM: A Practical Guide to Curriculum-Based Measurement. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our 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 \nAs a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries\, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for success. \n\n \n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/assessment20260128/
CATEGORIES:Assessment,edLeader Panel,MTSS,Professional Development,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy
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SUMMARY:PLCs That Work: Practical Steps for Teachers and Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kimberly Weaver\, STEM and EdTech Coordinator\, Olympic Educational Service District 114 (WA); Drea Aguirre\, Instructional Coach (Educational Technology)\, Pathway/CTE/6-12 School Support\, Denver Public Schools (CO); and Toni Rose Deanon\, Experienced Educator\, Current Senior Manager\, Community Engagement\, Modern Classrooms Project \nSponsored by The Modern Classrooms Project \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nProfessional learning communities (PLCs) are too often an afterthought or approached as a one-size-fits-all professional development experience\, when the reality is they can be a tool for transforming classrooms and learning to be more student centered. In this edWebinar\, you learn how to organize PLCs to support educators in improving their instructional practice and collaboratively creating classroom materials. \nIn this session\, Kim Weaver from Olympic Educational Service District 114 and Drea Aguirre from Denver Public Schools share concrete routines for using mastery data to drive instruction\, promote access\, and sustain momentum across classrooms and schools. \nAll registrants receive access to Modern Classrooms Project’s free PLC toolkit\, in addition to exemplar content from real classrooms. This recorded edWebinar is ideal for teachers\, coaches\, and leaders of all grade levels who want PLCs to accelerate student-centered implementation and improve student ownership\, mastery\, and outcomes. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nKimberly Weaver is the STEM and EdTech Coordinator for the Olympic Educational Service District 114 on the Kitsap and Olympic Peninsulas in Washington State\, where she is honored to support teachers’ STEM and edtech needs. In previous iterations\, she worked as an environmental restoration engineer for nine years and as a classroom teacher for six years\, including two years in Ghana as a Peace Corps Volunteer. In her free time\, she tends to a small flock of corgis. \n \nDrea Aguirre is an EdTech Instructional Coach in Denver Public Schools working with secondary\, pathway\, and alternative schools—aka classrooms where the usual playbook gets thrown out the window. She helps teachers build blended\, self-paced\, mastery-based systems that put students first without sacrificing teacher sanity. Equal parts relationship builder and systems nerd\, Drea turns big instructional ideas into doable moves\, calls out busywork when she sees it\, and firmly believes classrooms should be human\, flexible\, and a lotta bit joyful. \n \nToni Rose Deanon has been an educator since 2010\, with experiences ranging from middle school English teacher to adult ESL teacher and instructional coach for technology. Toni Rose strives to be the educator they never had growing up\, so they focus on anti-bias\, anti-racist work and aspire to create a brave space for everyone around them. As a queer Filipinx\, they understand the importance of being represented\, valued\, and feeling a sense of belonging. To stay grounded and at peace\, they practice yoga\, write\, get lost in stories\, and go on two-mile walks with their dogs. Rollerskating and running bring them so much joy. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Professional Learning & Practice 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/pd20260128/
CATEGORIES:Coaching and Mentorship,Professional Development,Student Achievement,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy
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SUMMARY:Dyslexia Defined: Unpacking the 2025 IDA Definition
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Tim Odegard\, Ph.D.\, Professor of Psychology and Chairholder\, Chair of Dyslexic Studies\, Middle Tennessee State University\nModerated by Terrie Noland\, Ph.D.\, CALP\, Senior Advisor of Educator Initiatives\, Learning Ally \nSponsored by Learning Ally \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nThe revised 2025 International Dyslexia Association (IDA) definition of dyslexia reflects decades of scientific progress. This edWebinar invites you to explore the full scope of this expanded definition. Dr. Tim Odegard\, a member of the IDA definition committee\, bridges the gap between scientific language and classroom realities\, and real-life experiences that persist across lifespans. He clarifies how this updated definition fosters a deeper understanding of dyslexia’s causes and defining characteristics. \nViewers gain a deeper understanding of how a continued focus on instructional persistence informs our approach to identification and intervention. This session offers the reassurance that as our scientific understanding of dyslexia evolves\, our shared commitment to helping every student thrive remains the heart of our work. \nLearning objectives include: \n\nAnalyze the core components of the 2025 IDA revised definition regarding word-reading accuracy and speed\nEvaluate “instructional persistence” as a key indicator of the dyslexia profile\nIdentify the defining characteristics of dyslexia\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, dyslexia specialists\, reading specialists\, speech pathologists\, and MTSS and intervention specialists. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nTim Odegard\, Ph.D.\, is a Professor of Psychology and the Katherine Davis Murfree Chair of Excellence in Dyslexic Studies at Middle Tennessee State University\, where he leads the Tennessee Center for the Study and Treatment of Dyslexia. He serves as Editor-in-Chief of Annals of Dyslexia and as a consulting editor for the Journal of Learning Disabilities. Previously\, he also served as an editor-at-large for Perspectives on Language and Literacy. A contributing author to IDA’s Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading\, Dr. Odegard is committed to advancing literacy as a human right and supports initiatives through service leadership. His recognitions include the Innovator Award from IMSLEC\, the Luke Waits Service Award from ALTA\, the Massey-Sexton Dyslexia Advocacy Award from the Tennessee IDA\, the AIM Institute Founder’s Award\, and an honorary lifetime membership in IDA in recognition of his sustained service and commitment to IDA and individuals with dyslexia. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nDr. Terrie Noland is an education leader who has devoted her career to unlocking the potential of learners of all ages. She is a former educator\, school leader\, and national non-profit leader. She serves as Strategic Advisor to Learning Ally. Dr. Noland holds a doctorate in literacy and educational leadership and is certified by Maxwell Leadership. Dr. Noland’s philosophy is rooted in the belief that great leaders don’t just achieve success; they cultivate it in others. Known for her contagious energy and heartfelt storytelling\, Dr. Noland is a force multiplier who helps others discover the joy and strength that literacy and leadership can bring. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Empowering Struggling Readers community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n \n\n \n\n \n\n \nLearning Ally is a leading education nonprofit committed to the vision that literacy is a civil right. We believe every learner—regardless of reading differences like dyslexia—deserves to reach their full potential. Driven by the Science of Reading\, we provide innovative solutions and professional learning designed to bridge the gap between compliance and a true culture of literacy. By providing universal access to grade-level content and evidence-based instruction\, we empower educators and transform student outcomes. \nIn an era of changing laws and declining reading proficiency\, Learning Ally is uniquely positioned to help. We deliver human-centered\, classroom-ready tools\, such as our Audiobook Solution and Excite Reading\, alongside comprehensive professional learning. Together\, we are redefining how education systems serve students with reading barriers\, ensuring equitable access and lifelong success for every child. Learn more at LearningAlly.org.
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CATEGORIES:Dyslexia,English, Language Arts, Writing,MTSS,Reading Skills
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SUMMARY:Strengthening Literacy Across California: An Introduction to Evidence-Based Literacy Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Claude Goldenberg\, Ph.D.\, Nomellini & Olivier Professor of Education\, Emeritus\, Stanford University; and Susan Lambert\, Ed.D.\, Chief Academic Officer of Literacy and Host of Science of Reading: The Podcast\, Amplify Education \nSponsored by Amplify Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nEvidence-based literacy instruction isn’t just another education buzzword—it’s California’s roadmap to reading success. In this edWebinar\, join literacy powerhouses Susan Lambert\, Ed.D. (host of Science of Reading: The Podcast)\, and Claude Goldenberg\, Ph.D. (Stanford University Professor of Education\, Emeritus)\, for an eye-opening exploration of what evidence-based literacy instruction means for your students’ future. \nUncover California’s official position\, understand how it will transform the upcoming reading adoption\, and discover the practical first steps that will immediately impact literacy achievement for your students. This is your chance to be part of the solution. Questions this edWebinar answers include: \n\nWhat is evidence-based literacy instruction?\nWhat are the similarities with the Science of Reading?\nWhat does the state say about evidence-based literacy instruction and how does it affect the upcoming reading adoption?\nWhat initial steps can educators take to promote evidence-based literacy instruction and increase literacy achievement for California students?\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-8 teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nClaude Goldenberg\, Ph.D.\, is the Nomellini & Olivier Professor of Education\, Emeritus\, at Stanford University. He received his A.B. in history from Princeton University and M.A. and Ph.D. from the Graduate School of Education at UCLA. He has taught junior high school in San Antonio\, TX\, and first grade in a bilingual elementary school in Los Angeles. A native of Argentina\, he has focused his research on academic achievement among language minority students\, particularly those from Spanish-speaking backgrounds. He currently works on promoting research\, policy\, and practices to enhance literacy and academic development among students not yet proficient in English. \n \nSusan Lambert\, Ed.D.\, is Chief Academic Officer of Literacy at Amplify and host of Science of Reading: The Podcast. Throughout her career\, she has focused on creating high-quality learning environments using evidence-based practices. As the host of Science of Reading: The Podcast\, Dr. Lambert explores the increasing body of scientific research around how reading is best taught. A former classroom teacher\, administrator\, and curriculum developer\, she’s 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. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our 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 \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/literacyhero20260129/
CATEGORIES:Early Literacy,English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,Reading Skills,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Effective Math Instruction: What It Is and How to Do It
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Amanda VanDerHeyden\, Ph.D.\, Former District Leader\, Current Founder and CPO\, SpringMath Accelerate \nSponsored by SpringMath Accelerate \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \n\nIn many classrooms\, math instruction includes tactics and philosophies that are at odds with the research evidence on how children learn. With more than half of elementary and middle school students and nearly half of high school students not demonstrating proficiency in math\, it’s clear that changes in how it is taught are needed to ensure all children develop the math skills needed to open doors to their future lives\, including college enrollment and completion. \nJoin Amanda VanDerHeyden\, Ph.D.\, for this edLeader Panel to deepen your understanding of what really works in math instruction. Dr. VanDerHeyden shares: \n\nAn overview of the science of math instruction\nThe effective ingredients of evidence-based math instruction\nWhat to look for in core math curricula and how to supplement your core to maximize learning gains\n\nTune in for this information-packed\, fast-paced session that helps you make instructional shifts that increase students’ enjoyment of math and lead to better learning outcomes. This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school and district leaders\, math curriculum and instruction leaders\, and MTSS/RTI coordinators. \n \n\n \nAbout the Presenter \nAmanda VanDerHeyden\, Ph.D.\, Founder and Chief Product Officer of SpringMath Accelerate\, is an internationally recognized researcher\, author\, and innovator in education\, with deep expertise in academic screening\, intervention\, implementation science\, educational technology\, and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS). As the developer of SpringMath\, she has led the platform’s evolution into a schoolwide solution that accelerates math achievement through efficient\, data-driven practices. Dr. VanDerHeyden has published over 100 scholarly articles\, ten books\, advised state departments of education and policy groups\, received national awards for her contributions to education research\, and is a sought-after presenter. Her full bio can be found here. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our 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\nSpringMath Accelerate is an MTSS solution designed to improve math achievement for all students through a comprehensive system of screening and progress-monitoring assessments\, classwide and individual interventions\, and data-driven decision-making tools. SpringMath Accelerate empowers teachers by automatically interpreting data\, pinpointing specific skill gaps\, and providing recommendations for instructional next steps\, each and every week\, so all students achieve grade-level foundational skills mastery.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/math20260129/
CATEGORIES:edLeader Panel,Mathematics
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SUMMARY:Effective K–2 Vocabulary Instruction Rooted in Joyful Read-Aloud Experiences
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Molly Ness\, Ph.D.\, Author and Teacher Educator\, Dirigo Literacy; and Angela Cammarata\, M.Ed.\, National Literacy Consultant\, Zaner-Bloser \nSponsored by Zaner-Bloser \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nA quick scan of any picture book reveals the treasure trove of vocabulary words to be found in children’s literature. In this dynamic\, research-informed edWebinar\, Dr. Molly Ness empowers viewers with practical strategies to make vocabulary instruction both effective and joyful. She explores the why\, what\, how\, and when of explicit vocabulary instruction\, using beloved read-aloud books as a source for rich words as well as valuable teaching and learning opportunities. \nBy the end of this session\, viewers are able to: \n\nUnderstand why vocabulary is foundational to reading success\nIdentify high-impact vocabulary words\nApply direct\, explicit instruction techniques using student-friendly definitions\, think-alouds\, morphology\, and more\nDesign engaging\, playful activities to teach and reinforce vocabulary\n\nFollowing Dr. Ness’s presentation\, Angela Cammarata provides a short preview of Zaner-Bloser’s comprehensive English language arts curriculum\, The Superkids Reading Program. \nThis recorded edWebinar is tailored to K–2 teachers and literacy leaders\, and viewers receive access to Dr. Ness’s new white paper on vocabulary instruction. Join us to explore the plentiful\, engaging world of words at our fingertips in the books we read aloud! \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Molly Ness is a former classroom teacher\, a reading researcher\, and a teacher educator. She earned a doctorate in reading education at the University of Virginia and spent 16 years as an Associate Professor at Fordham University in New York City. The author of six books\, Dr. Ness served on the Board of Directors for the International Literacy Association and is a New York State chapter founder of The Reading League. She has extensive experience directing reading clinics\, consulting with school districts\, leading professional development\, and advising school systems on research-based reading instruction. A frequent speaker and presenter\, she finds enjoyment in translating the Science of Reading to educators. In 2024\, she founded Dirigo Literacy\, a literacy consulting firm helping schools\, districts\, and states align with and implement the Science of Reading. \n \nAngela Cammarata\, M.Ed.\, is the national literacy consultant for Zaner-Bloser and The Superkids Reading Program. She has more than 20 years of experience in literacy education\, serving as a classroom teacher; literacy coach; curriculum\, instruction\, and assessment specialist; school administrator; and adjunct professor. She is passionate about developing and delivering professional learning focused on improving student outcomes by bridging Science of Reading research and implementation of evidence-based instructional practices. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our 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 \nZaner-Bloser develops curriculum resources to teach foundational literacy and math skills to students in prekindergarten through sixth grade. Our resources help teachers engage and empower students and inspire more “aha” moments to harness the creative power of learning. As a member of the Highlights Family of Companies\, we believe children are the most important people\, so we strive to always do what’s right for children and to make a significant contribution to their education.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/literacyhero20260203/
CATEGORIES:Early Literacy,Reading Skills
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SUMMARY:Influencers\, AI\, and Credibility: Teach Students About the Information Ecosystem
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Hannah Covington\, Senior Director of Education Content\, News Literacy Project \nSponsored by News Literacy Project \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nToday’s information landscape is complex\, interconnected\, and constantly evolving—like an ecosystem. From social media influencers to podcasters and pundits\, much of this ecosystem is focused on discussing current issues and events. But not all content about news is equally credible—or\, in the age of AI\, authentic. \nJoin the News Literacy Project’s Hannah Covington for this National News Literacy Week edWebinar to explore teaching strategies and resources to help students distinguish between different kinds of content on social media. The session demonstrates how to use the rich analogy of an ecosystem to help students understand today’s information landscape. Viewers consider what makes an information ecosystem healthy and examine ways to encourage students to be mindful about the content they consume\, share\, create\, and act on. \nViewers: \n\nExplore how standards-based journalism anchors and sustains much of our broader information ecosystem\nIdentify characteristics that make information credible\nApply journalism standards to evaluate other digital sources\, including content from influencers\n\nThis session features examples pulled from social media and provides actionable insights to help students recognize signs of credibility in any information source. This recorded edWebinar is ideal for K-12 teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nHannah Covington\, Senior Director of Education Content\, helps oversee the development of a wide range of resources for the News Literacy Project\, including Checkology® lessons\, email newsletters\, and the educational fact-checking platform RumorGuard. Before joining NLP in 2020\, she covered local government and breaking news at The Minnesota Star Tribune\, the state’s largest newspaper. She also has a background in journalism and education and worked with high school and undergraduate students as an adjunct instructor at the University of Tulsa and Tulsa Community College. In 2024\, Hannah helped launch a community newspaper at a women’s prison in Oklahoma\, where she now serves as a newsroom advisor. Hannah has a bachelor’s degree in English from Oral Roberts University and a master’s degree in English from the University of Tulsa. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our 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 education nonprofit\, provides educators in all 50 states with the resources they need to ensure every student graduates with the ability to thoughtfully evaluate news and information. For nearly 20 years\, the News Literacy Project has offered free resources to help educators make news literacy engaging and accessible for their students. Our mission is simple: Help young people become critical consumers of news and information so that they can make more informed decisions throughout their lives and within their communities.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/newsliteracy20260203/
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Digital Citizenship,Media Literacy,Social Media,Social Studies and Civics
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SUMMARY:Making Summer Count: Schoolwide Strategies That Support Families and Ensure Student Success
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Elizabeth McChesney\, Early Literacy and Community Partnerships Consultant\, LaundryCares Foundation; and Joan Brooks\, Vice President of Sales\, Blue Star Education \nSponsored by Blue Star Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nThis edWebinar explores how schools and districts can extend learning through the three Rs: Relationships\, Routines\, and Realistic Support. Viewers leave with concrete strategies they can use to support families\, ensuring students remain engaged with meaningful learning at home. When schools provide structure\, access\, and support\, learning doesn’t stop over the summer\, it simply changes location. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 school leaders\, district leaders\, and before- and after-school program leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nLiz McChesney is a longtime children’s advocate and librarian with more than 35 years of experience advancing literacy\, learning\, and equity for children and families. Her current work with the LaundryCares Foundation and Clinton Foundation transforms everyday spaces into early learning and literacy hubs\, efforts recognized with the nation’s highest honor for literacy: the David M. Rubenstein Award from the Library of Congress. Liz is also a Senior Advisor in Educational Equity at the nationally recognized Urban Libraries Council and a Senior Fellow at the National Summer Learning Association. Previously\, as Director of Citywide Children’s Services and Family Engagement at the Chicago Public Library\, she reimagined the library’s role in early literacy\, summer learning\, play\, and homework support\, influencing public library practice nationwide. Liz is the author of four books\, with two more forthcoming\, including the picture book Once Upon a Book by Sourcebooks. \n \nJoan Brooks is the Vice President of Sales at Blue Star Education\, where she partners with school districts nationwide to strengthen the school-to-home connection through innovative family engagement resources. With deep experience across the K–12 education landscape\, Joan is passionate about supporting the vital work happening inside schools and ensuring families are active partners in student learning. \nJoan holds an Executive MBA from the University of Nebraska Omaha and a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with a minor in Early Childhood Development. This unique combination of classroom experience and business strategy has fueled her career in education leadership and sales\, where she develops processes and coaches teams that help districts extend learning beyond the classroom and create meaningful engagement for families. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Accelerate 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 \nAt Blue Star Education\, we create supplemental curriculum materials designed to motivate students to actively build the skills they need to succeed in every subject area. We understand the unique challenges educators face and the critical role families play in supporting student learning\, which is why we prioritize creating resources that strengthen the connection between school and home. \nWhether it’s through engaging activities\, hands-on learning tools\, or family-friendly resources\, our goal is to foster a love of learning and to encourage meaningful family involvement. We are proud to be a company that champions parental and family engagement\, equipping families to take an active role in the educational journey of their children. Together\, we can shape confident\, curious\, and capable learners\, ensuring that every child has the support and resources to excel both academically and personally.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/accelerate20260204/
CATEGORIES:Family and Community Engagement,Learning Loss/Acceleration,Student Engagement and Motivation,Summer School
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SUMMARY:Building Student Math Success with Thoughtful Math Questions
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Marian Small\, Internationally Renowned Mathematics Educator\, and Former Dean of Education at the University of New Brunswick\, Canada \nSponsored by Savvas Learning Company \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nIn math\, the process is as important as the answer—but often\, students are hyper-focused on arriving at the right answer and are not encouraged to reflect on the process required to get there. How can we help our students to look at math more thoughtfully while also building their comfort and confidence? \nJoin Dr. Marian Small\, acclaimed mathematics educator and author\, as she explores how being more thoughtful and intentional about the questions we pose to students can go a long way to building student success. In this edWebinar\, viewers: \n\nGain tips for creating a classroom environment that prioritizes process over answers\nExplore strategies to make math more meaningful to all students and encourage diverse viewpoints\nLearn how to reframe tasks to increase student comfort and confidence\nSee ready-to-use examples of “thoughtful questions” across a number of mathematical domains and grade levels\nExamine strength-based questions that give students more say in showing what they know\, as well as reveal how they think mathematically\n\nViewers also receive sample Math Talk activities that they can use to build flexible thinking\, invite students to share their strategies\, and show how open questions can spark deeper math conversations. All educators with an interest in mathematics—especially K-8 classroom teachers\, coaches\, instructional leaders\, and curriculum directors—are encouraged to view this edWebinar. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Marian Small is an internationally renowned mathematics educator\, professional learning consultant\, and author of numerous books and teaching resources. With over 40 years of education experience\, Dr. Small has been a Professor of Mathematics Education and previously served as the Dean of Education at the University of New Brunswick in Canada. Dr. Small is the author of MathUP\, the number one math program in Canada\, and Experience Math\, a new student-centered math program for the United States. She is a regular speaker on K–12 mathematics around the world. Her focus is on intentional teaching through thoughtful questioning to include and extend all students by appropriately differentiating instruction while increasing critical thinking and creativity. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \n\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\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\nAt Savvas\, we believe learning should inspire. By combining new ideas\, new ways of thinking\, and new ways of interacting\, we design engaging\, personalized\, next-generation K-12 learning solutions that give all students the opportunity to succeed. Our award-winning\, high-quality instructional materials span every grade level and discipline\, from evidence-based\, standards-aligned core curricula and supplemental and intervention programs to state-of-the-art assessment tools and the industry’s most innovative portfolio of college- and career-readiness solutions—all designed to meet the needs of every learner.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/math20260204/
CATEGORIES:Mathematics
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SUMMARY:5 Writing Essentials of an Effective K–12 Program: The Science of Writing Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kristina Smekens\, President and Lead Consultant\, Smekens Education\nModerated by Holly Sluyter\, Literacy Consultant\, Smekens Education \nSponsored by Smekens Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nAs districts embrace the Science of Reading\, a growing realization is emerging: lasting literacy success must be paired with explicit\, evidence-based writing instruction. \nJoin literacy expert Kristina Smekens for an engaging edWebinar\, part one of a three-part series\, designed to help K–12 educators strengthen writing instruction and boost student achievement through proven instructional practices. Discover how to apply the Science of Writing to create a cohesive\, research-based writing program that prepares students for success in school and beyond. \nIn this dynamic session\, viewers: \n\nIdentify five research-backed components that bring clarity\, cohesion\, and classroom results to a writing program\nUnderstand the multifaceted nature of teaching writing—balancing foundational skills\, genre writing\, and source writing\nLearn how to teach writing explicitly and systematically using the gradual release of responsibility and a clear scope and sequence to ensure consistent student growth\nGain evidence-based methods to build stronger writers at every grade level—and a clear vision for creating a systematic writing program that delivers real results\nPinpoint the first priority to tackle so your writing plan gains traction quickly\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K–12 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \nView part two and part three:\nExplicit Writing Instruction: Debunking Common Misconceptions: The Science of Writing Part 2\nAchieving Systematic Writing Instruction: The Science of Writing Part 3 \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. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nA Literacy Consultant with Smekens Education\, Holly Sluyter provides professional development in reading comprehension and writing to teachers across the United States. Through on-site consulting\, virtual training\, and remote coaching\, Holly taps into her diverse experiences as a classroom teacher to encourage and empower educators with research-based best-practice literacy strategies.  \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our 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.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ela20260204/
CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,Reading Skills,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Leading Through the 5 Stages of Curriculum Implementation for Student Success
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Edwina Woods\, Former Educator\, Current Curriculum Services Director\, UnboundEd; and Steve Sebelski\, Former Educator\, Current Vice President of Program Design\, UnboundEd\nModerated by Clay Willis\, Vice President of Marketing and Communications\, UnboundEd \nSponsored by UnboundEd \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nIn this edLeader Panel\, leaders explore the five stages of curriculum implementation and learn practical strategies for navigating technical and adaptive challenges at each stage. Whether you are just implementing a new curriculum or want to refine your existing implementation\, this session provides insights and tools for enduring success. \nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nEdwina Woods is a visionary leader and strong motivator who inspires educators\, school districts\, and students to thrive. As Curriculum Services Director\, Edwina brings more than 25 years of education service and leadership. Before joining UnboundEd\, Edwina was a secondary English language arts teacher\, lead teacher\, mentor teacher\, district instructional coach for ELAR\, assistant principal\, and campus principal. After leaving the principalship\, she joined the Region 10 Education Service Center in Richardson\, Texas\, where she served as a Program Coordinator in Administrative Services. Edwina graduated from Northwestern State University of Louisiana in Natchitoches with two bachelor’s degrees—one in social work and the other in psychology. She earned her master’s in education administration from Dallas Baptist University and is currently in her third year of doctoral school at Texas A&M University-Commerce. \n \nSteve Sebelski heads UnboundEd’s Curriculum Services team. He has 20 years of experience in education\, with particular expertise in organizational change\, mathematics instruction\, and teacher coaching. At UnboundEd\, he has created innovative programs for teachers and leaders and contributed to the development of technology solutions for educators. Prior to his time at UnboundEd\, Steve was an instructional leader and teacher at middle schools in New York\, NY\, and Camden\, NJ. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nClay Willis is a mission- and results-driven marketing and communications leader committed to making education work for every single learner. As UnboundEd’s Vice President of Marketing and Communications\, Clay advances the organization’s reach and impact by forging meaningful connections with visionary educators. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Leadership Practices for Innovative Leaders 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 \nUnboundEd empowers educators to meet the needs of every single student through grade-level\, engaging\, affirming\, and meaningful—GLEAM®—instruction. We work side-by-side with teachers\, coaches\, principals\, and district leaders to ensure the success of your instructional vision for exceptional education and improved outcomes. By cultivating the mindsets\, knowledge\, and skills at the heart of truly transformative teaching and learning\, we can break the predictability of historic achievement patterns so all kids thrive.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/leadership20260205/
CATEGORIES:Curriculum Development,edLeader Panel,Professional Development,Student Achievement,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy
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SUMMARY:Building Reading Fluency: The Role of Rich and Varied Practice - Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Carolyn Brown\, Adjunct Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders\, University of Iowa\, and Co-Founder\, Foundations in Learning; and Dr. Carolyn Strom\, Former Teacher\, Current Clinical Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Literacy\, NYU Steinhardt School of Culture\, Education & Human Development\nModerated by Allison Zimmermann\, Former Teacher\, Current CEO\, Foundations in Learning \nSponsored by WordFlight- Foundations in Learning \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nFor years\, the phrase “rich and varied practice” has been used in reading instruction—but often without a clear definition. Explicit\, direct instruction is a cornerstone of the Science of Reading\, but it is in “rich and varied practice” that students consolidate and generalize their learning so that they can become fluent readers. The specification of “rich and varied practice” is long overdue. A systematic and structured approach to practice must incorporate the learning principles that support the development of complex and automatic skills. This approach is especially critical and timely for our struggling readers in upper elementary and middle school. \nThis edWebinar presents Part 2\, which will focus on the impact of elaboration\, rehearsal\, and desirable difficulties on learning\, memory\, and retrieval. Viewers leave with classroom strategies and tools to bring “rich and varied practice” to life\, and learn how to increase student engagement\, accelerate fluency\, and strengthen long-term comprehension. Join us as we discuss the development of automaticity\, fluency\, engagement\, deeper learning\, and stronger outcomes. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to elementary and middle school teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \nView Part 1: Building Reading Fluency: The Role of Rich and Varied Practice \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Carolyn Brown has devoted her career to developing tools and testing solutions that optimize language and literacy development for all students. She and her colleagues have received support from the National Institutes of Health\, the Department of Education\, the National Science Foundation\, and the State of Iowa. Dr. Brown received her B.S. and M.S. degrees in speech pathology and audiology from Eastern New Mexico University and her Ph.D. in the same field at University of Iowa. Her areas of specialization are child development\, language acquisition\, and the Science of Reading. \nShe has co-founded three companies: Breakthrough to Literacy\, the Iowa Language and Literacy Institute\, and Foundations in Learning. Each was organized to advance current science and create solutions to help all children learn to read. She is also an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Iowa. \n \nDr. Carolyn Strom is a clinical professor\, reading specialist\, and former first-grade teacher. She collaborates widely with school districts\, families\, educators\, and edtech companies to bridge the disconnect between neuroscientific research and educational practice. Dr. Strom is a recent recipient of NYU Steinhardt’s Teaching Excellence Award and has published her work in The Reading Teacher\, The Reading League Journal\, and The Handbook of Learning Disabilities. She maintains a clinical practice in New York\, working with children who have dyslexia. Dr. Strom holds a Ph.D. from NYU\, a master’s degree from USC\, and a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nBefore taking the helm as CEO\, Allison Zimmermann previously served as the Chief Strategy Officer for Foundations in Learning. She brings over 15 years of experience working in the education sector creating equity and opportunity for students. She has worked as a teacher\, administrator\, and consultant\, providing strategic support to schools\, non-profits\, start-ups\, and Fortune 500 companies across the country. \nPreviously\, Allison launched NewView\, a non-profit focused on creating tri-sector solutions for society’s largest challenges. She continues to serve on the board of the organization. Allison began her career as a special education middle school teacher in New York City and a Teach For America Corps member. Allison graduated from Boston University with a B.S. in international relations and political science. She received an M.S.Ed. in middle school general and special education from Bank Street College and M.P.P. and M.B.A. degrees from the University of Michigan. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Language and 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\nWordFlight is the labor of love from a group of dedicated reading researchers\, authors\, and cognitive scientists who want to help more students learn to read. WordFlight is Foundations in Learning’s flagship offering.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/lang-lit20260205/
CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,Reading Skills,Science of Reading
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