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SUMMARY:Design Models That Guide Innovative Thinking
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Michelle Luhtala\, Library Department Chair\, New Canaan High School\, CT; and Bill Derry\, Consultant\, School and Public Libraries\, Milford\, CT \nSponsored by Mackin Educational Resources \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nDesign thinking means different things in different disciplines\, but empathy is a key element. Watch Bill Derry and Michelle Luhtala in this edWebinar as they explore design models that guide innovative thinking. They examine points of intersection and divergence with national learning standards and share case studies and examples of their effective integration in K-12 learning environments. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to K-12 librarians\, teachers\, and administrators.  \nAbout the Presenters \nMichelle Luhtala is the Library Department Chair at New Canaan High School in Connecticut and was one of five school librarians named as a “Mover and Shaker” by Library Journal in 2015. She is the winner of the 2011 “I Love My Librarian” Award and the Library Association’s 2010 Outstanding Librarian Award. The New Canaan High School Library won AASL’s National School Library Program of the year in 2010. Follow her on Twitter @mluhtala. \n  \nBill Derry most recently worked as Director of Innovation at The Westport Library in Connecticut. He was the co-chair of the Westport Mini Maker Faire and one of the leaders of the creation of the makerspace. He was a principal writer of an IMLS national leadership grant received by the Westport Library in 2013. The grant\, called MakerSpace 2.0: Retinkering Libraries\, created a model for a participatory learning environment for public\, academic and school libraries. Prior to joining the Westport Library in 2011\, Bill worked in education for over 30 years as an elementary classroom teacher\, drama-in-education teacher\, library media specialist\, supervisor of library media K-12 and information and technology literacy coordinator K-12. Currently he is leading workshops and presenting on the transformative power of play\, imagination\, and making. Follow Bill on Twitter @BillDerry \n  \nJoin the Emerging Tech for Schools and Libraries community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n Mackin is one of the top providers of library and classroom materials for grades PK-12. Working with over 18\,000 publishers and a database of nearly 3 million printed titles\, and more than 1.9 million digital titles\, Mackin supplies print books\, eBooks\, online educational databases\, audiobooks and video resources to schools around the globe.
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SUMMARY:Meet the Mathematicians: Who Are the Famous People Behind Your Math?
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Sara Delano Moore\, Ph.D.\, Director of Professional Learning\, ORIGO Education \nSponsored by ORIGO Education \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nQuick! Name your favorite mathematicians. What would your students say if you asked them the same question? We often think of mathematics as so factual and crisp that it does not have a human connection. It does! Part of making mathematics meaningful and enjoyable for learners is reminding them of the human connection\, helping them get to know the people behind the math. What poet’s daughter wrote one of the first computer programs? What famous librarian measured the circumference of the earth with great accuracy? \nIn this edWebinar\, watch Sara Delano Moore\, Ph.D.\, Director of Professional Learning at ORIGO Education\, to meet some famous mathematicians with the help of picture books. Come to learn a bit about these mathematicians and their mathematics and leave with a collection of mathematical ideas and books you can share with your students of any age. You might even rediscover your love of picture books. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to K-8 teachers and librarians. \nAbout the Presenter \nSara Delano Moore\, Ph.D. is the director of professional learning at ORIGO Education and a contributing author to Visible Learning for Mathematics. An experienced teacher and nationally recognized speaker\, her work emphasizes the power of deep understanding and multiple representations for learning. Sara’s interests include building conceptual understanding of mathematics to support procedural fluency and applications\, incorporating engaging literature into mathematics and science instruction\, and connecting mathematics to engineering design in meaningful ways. She is a fourth-generation educator with experience teaching mathematics and science to K-8 students as well as experience teaching pre-service and in-service teachers at the university level. Sara earned her B.A. in natural sciences from Johns Hopkins University\, her MSt in general linguistics and comparative philology from the University of Oxford\, UK\, and her Ph.D. in educational psychology from the University of Virginia. \n \nJoin the Mathematics for Young Learners community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n ORIGO Education is dedicated to making learning meaningful\, enjoyable and accessible for all students with Pre-K to Grade 6 print and digital instructional materials\, as well as professional learning for mathematics.
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SUMMARY:Unlocking Actionable Data\, Unlocking Infinite Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Suzy Brooks\, Instructional Technology Director\, Mashpee Public Schools\, MA; Mike Schwab\, Education Team\, Google; and Jena Draper\, Founder and General Manager\, CatchOn\nHosted by Monica Cougan\, Product Marketing Manager\, ENA \nSponsored by the Education Networks of America (ENA) and CatchOn \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nEquipped with unprecedented visibility into their classroom edtech usage data\, district leaders at Massachusetts’ Mashpee Public Schools are partnering with teachers to develop tailored\, data-powered learning environments and scalable blended learning practices. \nIn this edWebinar\, Suzy Brooks\, Mashpee’s Director of Instructional Technology\, Michael Schwab from Google’s Education Team\, and Jena Draper from CatchOn\, discuss about the power of data analytics. Discover how school districts are leveraging the actionable data compiled from their school devices—both inside and outside the classroom—to improve instruction\, assess return on investment\, and inform professional development and student data privacy practices. \nThis recorded presentation will be of interest to K-12 school and district leaders.\nAbout the Presenters \nAfter 10 years as an elementary teacher\, Suzy Brooks is now the director of instructional technology for Mashpee Public Schools in Massachusetts. Additionally\, she provides professional development and hands-on workshops for educators at local\, regional and national venues. Her work in blended learning\, student engagement\, and social media has been featured by EdWeek\, NBC News’s Education Nation\, Instructor Magazine\, Intel\, ISTE\, ASCD\, Tech & Learning and the NEA. Currently\, Suzy is a visiting lecturer at Fitchburg State University\, a MassCUE Pathfinder and the Massachusetts ASCD President. Suzy holds a B.S. from Bridgewater State University and an M.Ed. in instructional technology from Lesley University. \nMike Schwab has spent his career in finance\, enterprise software sales and edtech. Given his background in cloud computing and passion for education\, he moved to the Google for Education Team in 2012 and was one of the first Chromebooks for Education team members. He has been working ever since to help bring Google for Education solutions to school districts around the country. He is passionate about working with districts as they move to the cloud and increase students’ access to technology. \n  \n  \nJena Draper is the founder and general manager at CatchOn\, a company designed to support teaching and learning through the smarter use of data and technology. In 2016\, she created CatchOn to help districts meet and adapt to changing instructional needs and trends through the use of real-time data and cutting-edge technology. Jena is passionate about improving how students learn with technology. \n  \n  \nAbout the Host \nMonica Cougan joined ENA in 2012\, where she currently serves as the product marketing manager. Bringing over 30 years of experience in technology integration\, Monica oversees ENA’s partner program and product marketing initiatives. Monica’s prior work with education and the integration of technology in schools and districts\, helps guide ENA’s work with education partners offering outstanding programs to schools. She has extensive experience in building collaborative network opportunities specifically videoconferencing and collaborative technologies. Monica continues to support national organizations advocating for the effective use of technology and supporting the needs of our education and library communities. \n  \nJoin the Leadership and Innovation community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nENA delivers comprehensive technology solutions supported by exceptional customer care to education and library institutions across the nation. In 2018\, ENA joined forces with a company who share ENA’s same vision and passion for delivering excellence—CatchOn. CatchOn is a user-friendly data analytics tool that enables school districts to make data-informed decisions about the apps and online tools their educators and students are using. Collectively\, ENA and CatchOn leverage their respective resources and expertise to deliver critical services and solutions to America’s community anchor institutions. \n  \nCatchOn is a user-friendly data analytics tool that collects real-time data on every device\, enabling school districts to make data-informed decisions about the apps and online tools their educators and students are using. In 2018\, CatchOn joined forces with ENA\, a leading provider of comprehensive technology solutions to education institutions and libraries across the nation. Collectively\, CatchOn and ENA leverage their respective resources and expertise to deliver critical services and solutions that help school districts produce positive outcomes in the communities they serve.
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SUMMARY:Leveraging Master Scheduling Data to Achieve District Goals and Drive Student Success
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Amy Filsinger\, Head of School Success\, Abl; and John Rice\, Executive Director of Teaching and Learning\, Cedar Rapids Community School District\, IA\nHosted by Jonathan Hume\, Head of Sales and Marketing\, Abl \nSponsored by Abl \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nDistricts are sitting on a treasure trove of master scheduling data. However\, many districts don’t know what to do with this information. Find out how to not only access this data but leverage it to increase equity and make real change for students. In this edWebinar\, the panelists demonstrate the value of assessing your master scheduling data\, what insights can be drawn\, and how to use these insights to help achieve your district’s strategic priorities. \nWatch scheduling expert Amy Filsinger and Cedar Rapids district leader John Rice as they tap into their personal experience analyzing district scheduling data. Cedar Rapids Community School District took on this challenge with the specific goals of reexamining their schools’ bell schedules and cleaning up their student data in order to make more effective decisions for their schools. They discuss examples of where improvements can be made in school schedules\, analyzing what effects they will have on the school and how to go about making these changes. \nMiddle and high school district and school leaders will walk away with practical strategies about how to access and analyze their mastering scheduling data and leverage this data for change.  \nAbout the Presenters \nAmy Filsinger leads the school success team at Abl\, which provides expert scheduling guidance to secondary schools around the country. Amy is an experienced educator fascinated by school redesigns aimed at eliminating the achievement gap. Prior to joining Abl\, Amy was Principal of Rocketship Brilliant Minds\, a public charter school in the San Francisco Bay Area. She also served as a teacher in the Teach For America Metro-DC Corps Member and was a teacher leader for Rocketship Education. Amy holds a degree in foreign service from Georgetown University and is an alumna of Relay GSE’s National Principal Fellowship. \n \nJohn Rice is the executive director of the Office of Teaching and Learning at Cedar Rapids Community School District\, which serves 17\,000 students in the state of Iowa. In this role\, he leads the district’s work around curriculum\, assessment\, and content-specific instruction\, while also managing a wide range of additional school services for Cedar Rapids. Prior to Cedar Rapids\, John spent eight years at DC Public Schools. At DCPS\, John pioneered blended learning\, both in his classroom and across the district. John founded the district’s blended learning department in 2012\, which grew from a math focus to eventually include all subject areas and all grade levels preK-12. John believes education is the most powerful weapon anyone can use to change themselves and the world. \n \nAbout the Host \nJonathan Hume leads the sales and marketing teams at Abl. He has spent more than a decade in business development and account management at a variety of technology companies. Through heavy persuasion from his mother (a teacher of more than 20 years)\, he decided to focus his efforts on edtech. He is a strong believer that technology can be an incredible tool to spread innovation throughout K-12. Prior to Abl\, Jon spent seven years building global sales teams and channel partnerships at Schoology. Jon has a deep passion for impacting education in the U.S. and throughout the world. In his free time Jon loves exploring the outdoors with his wife Cameron\, be it skiing in Jackson Hole or hiking in the Marin Headlands. \nJoin the Technology in Schools 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\nAbl is building the first student-centered operations platform for K-12 education. By combining smart software tools with strategic coaching and support\, Abl’s scheduling assessment and master scheduling solution help districts directly address equity and access to ensure all students are college and career ready. \n 
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SUMMARY:Closing the Gap: Digital Equity Strategies for Educators
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Sarah Thomas\, Educator and Founder\, EduMatch movement; Nicol Howard\, Assistant Professor\, School of Education\, University of Redlands\, CA; and Regina Schaffer\, Technology Specialist\, Middletown Township School District\, NJ\nHosted by Colin Murcray\, Director of Books and Journals\, ISTE \nSponsored by The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nBased on their popular ISTE book Closing the Gap: Digital Equity Strategies for the K-12 Classroom\, Sarah Thomas\, Nicol Howard and Regina Schaffer led a conversation designed to help K-12 educators take steps toward achieving digital equity in their classrooms and throughout the field of education. \nViewers will also come away from the edWebinar with: \n\nAn understanding of digital equity and awareness of the “problem of practice” for teachers and coaches\nStrategies for connecting the ISTE Educator and Student Standards to practice\nReal-life stories from teachers who have conquered complex equity challenges in their classrooms and from edtech coaches who have implemented equity-centered innovative professional development\nConcrete\, evidence-based strategies for teachers\n\nWhile acknowledging the key challenges facing teachers in today’s classrooms such as access\, connectivity\, limited resources\, digital divide and the homework gap\, the presenters provide positive examples and recommendations for moving toward digital equity in K-12 settings. This recorded edWebinar will be of interest to preK-12 and higher education teachers and school and district leaders.\n  \nAbout the Presenters \nSarah Thomas\, Ph.D. is an educator and the founder of the EduMatch movement\, a project that empowers educators to make global connections across common areas of interest. She has presented internationally\, participated in the Technical Working Group to refresh the 2017 ISTE Standards for Educators\, and is a recipient of the 2017 ISTE Making It Happen Award. She is also a national advisor for the Future Ready Instructional Coaches Strand. \n  \nNicol R. Howard\, Ph.D. is an assistant professor in the School of Education at the University of Redlands in California. She has served as co-chair for ISTE’s Digital Equity Network. Her research foci are equitable uses of technology in K-16 classrooms\, STEM education opportunities and achievement\, and teacher education concerns. Her writing has appeared in the Corwin Connected Educators Series Standing in the Gap: Empowering New Teachers Through Connected Resources\, Urban Education\, International Journal of Educational Technology\, EduCause\, Edutopia\, and eCampus News. \n  \nRegina Schaffer is a technology specialist for the Middletown Township School District in New Jersey. She was recently selected as a National School Board Association’s 20toWatch\, as well as a 2016 PBS LearningMedia Digital Innovator. She is a Google Certified Innovator\, Common Sense Media Certified Teacher\, Discovery Education DEN Star\, Remind Connected Educator and Brainpop Connected Educator. Connect with Regina at on Twitter @reginaschaffer. \n  \n  \nAbout the Host \nColin Murcray is the director of book and journal publishing at ISTE and an online instructor of English at Brigham Young University-Idaho. He has close to 20 years of experience in the publishing industry\, most of it leading publishing operations of nonprofits\, and has been teaching college English courses for over 10 years. \n  \n  \nJoin the Success in a Digital World 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\nISTE is a global education organization with a bold vision that technology can transform teaching and learning\, accelerate innovation and solve tough problems in education. We publish cutting-edge titles designed to put educators at the forefront of knowledge and practice in edtech.
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SUMMARY:SEL and Trauma-Sensitive Schools
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kimberly Merath\, Social and Emotional Learning Supervisor\, Milwaukee Public Schools\, WI\nHosted by Juliet Kandel\, Implementation and Training Manager\, Committee for Children \nSponsored by Second Step \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nEvery classroom has students who experience trauma. Schools can address these children’s needs and improve their ability to learn by implementing trauma-sensitive practices. In this informative edWebinar\, learn best practices for trauma-sensitive schools and how social-emotional learning (SEL) serves to support a trauma-sensitive approach. \nThe edWebinar features the work of Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS). MPS has implemented a thoughtful\, research-based\, comprehensive districtwide structure to create safe and supportive learning environments through a trauma-sensitive lens\, with SEL as a foundational element. Learn the foundational elements of a trauma-sensitive approach to education\, gain practical strategies to make the case for and build comprehensive trauma-sensitive supports in schools\, and learn how SEL is a foundational support to trauma-sensitive schools. \nThis recorded presentation will be of interest to preK-8 and higher education teachers and school and district leaders.\n  \nAbout the Presenter \nKimberly Merath was a school psychologist in Milwaukee Public Schools for 14 years before becoming the social and emotional learning supervisor in 2017. In this role she works with the district violence prevention team to promote work in areas such as Second Step\, social and emotional learning\, trauma-sensitive schools\, classroom management\, and restorative practices. In collaboration with two federal grant projects\, the violence prevention team has been focused on the integration of trauma-sensitive practices\, social and emotional learning\, and school-based mental health into the districtwide multi-tiered system of support. \n \nAbout the Host \nJuliet Kandel has worked in SEL\, violence prevention\, and substance abuse prevention since 1989. Formerly a district and school-level prevention coordinator\, she has been with the nonprofit Committee for Children since 2003\, where she is the implementation and training manager. She supports systemic SEL implementations across the country through consultation\, strategic partnerships\, and professional development. \n  \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\nSecond Step\, created by Committee for Children\, is a program rooted in social-emotional learning (SEL) that helps transform schools into supportive\, successful learning environments uniquely equipped to encourage children to thrive. More than just a classroom curriculum\, Second Step’s holistic approach helps create a more empathetic society by providing education professionals\, families\, and the larger community with tools to enable them to take an active role in the social-emotional growth and safety of today’s children.
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SUMMARY:Strategic Technology Planning and Investment
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Ann Linson\, Superintendent\, East Noble School Corporation\, IN; Randy Squier\, Superintendent\, Coxsackie-Athens Central School District\, NY; and Dr. Gabe Soumakian\, CEO and Founder\, Sup Du Jour Consulting Group\, CA\nProgram Host and Moderator: Ann McMullan\, Project Director\, CoSN Empowered Superintendents Initiative \nSponsored by ClassLink\nThis edWebinar series is co-hosted by CoSN and edWeb.net \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nTechnology investments can be complicated\, and more often than not the challenges begin almost from the moment a district begins to consider next steps in an overarching technology plan. With tight budgets and multiple stakeholders involved\, each with valid concerns\, a framework for evaluating technology initiatives and tools for arriving at well-supported decisions is more important than ever before. \nIn this edWebinar\, learn from two current superintendents and one superintendent consultant how they lead district efforts to align priorities\, and balance choice\, cost and outcomes. Each shares their strategies and expertise on: total cost of ownership\, student outcomes and budget management\, and the value of investment. Tools and resources to evaluate\, rethink and strengthen technology decision-making will be shared. \nThis recorded session is of special value for school superintendents\, K-12 school and district leaders\, and aspiring leaders. \nAbout the Presenters \nAnn Linson is in her ninth year as Superintendent of East Noble School Corporation serving 3\,600 students in rural northeast Indiana. Her previous experiences include being a classroom business teacher at the high school and post-secondary levels\, assistant director of a vocational cooperative\, principal at East Noble High School\, and assistant superintendent at East Noble School Corporation. Ann earned her bachelors\, masters\, and Ed.S. degrees from Ball State University in Muncie\, Indiana. She was selected to participate in the Future Ready Superintendent Briefing with the U.S. Department of Education Secretary in October 2016. Ann also attended the 2014 White House Connected Superintendents Summit and was named a 2012-2013 NSBA Technology Leadership Network 20 to Watch Educator. During Ann’s leadership at East Noble School Corporation\, the district received the Indiana Chapter of CoSN’s Excellence in Vision Team Award\, was selected as a Project Red Signature District and selected to the Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools. \n \nRandall Squier is currently the superintendent of schools for Coxsackie-Athens Central Schools\, NY\, which are located 20 miles south of Albany on the Hudson River. Randy is in his eighth year at Coxsackie-Athens Central Schools and 14th as a superintendent\, previously serving Oxford Central Schools for six years. He has presented regionally\, statewide and nationally on topics that have a foundation in professional learning communities and innovative schools. Coxsackie-Athens Central Schools is currently ranked first in the nation by the National School Boards Association for its digital conversion that includes providing a mobile device for every student in K-12 as well as shifting most back-office storage functions to the cloud. For the last seven years\, Coxsackie-Athens’ graduation rate is 16% higher than the previous eight years. The district was one of three schools recognized nationally by ISTE for its digital badge program. Randy was a Tech & Learning Magazine runner-up for 2017 digital leaders. \n \nDr. Gabe Soumakian is the retired superintendent of Oxnard Union High School District in Oxnard\, CA. He is the founder and CEO of Sup Du Jour Consulting Group in Ventura\, CA. He has been actively involved and presented at numerous leadership state and national organizations on topics of human resources\, 21st century learning\, personalized learning\, CTE and Linked Learning Convening. Dr. Soumakian is also supporting school districts in addressing fiscal challenges due to the increase cost of pension and medical premiums by examining operations efficiency. As the founder of Sup Du Jour Consulting Group\, he works to assist districts on innovative cost reduction strategies. Dr. Soumakian has over 35 years of education experience\, including eighteen years of high school teaching. \n \nAbout the Host \nAnn McMullan is a 34-year veteran educator who served as the executive director for educational technology in the Klein Independent School District\, located just outside Houston\, Texas until September 2013\, when she and her family moved to Los Angeles\, California. For 16 years Ann led the team in Klein ISD that provided professional development on technology and 21st century instructional strategies to over 4\,000 professional educators serving over 50\,000 students. During that time Ann also co-chaired the Texas Education Technology Advisory Committee which developed the Texas Education Agency’s Long Range Plan for Technology\, 2006-2020. \nToday\, Ann is based in Los Angeles\, California\, working as a public speaker\, writer\, and independent education consultant focused on supporting leadership\, visioning and planning to meet the needs of today’s students. She is a frequent presenter at state\, national and international education conferences. Ann serves on the Advisory Council of Project Tomorrow and is a leadership consultant with Executive Service Corps of Southern California\, serving non-profit associations. In the fall of 2016 Ann co-authored and published Life Lessons in Leadership. \nJoin the Super-Connected community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources. ClassLink® OneClick® includes a library of over 5\,000 single sign-on apps and instant links to file folders at school and on Google\, Office 365\, and Dropbox cloud drives. ClassLink Roster Server easily and securely delivers class rosters to any publisher using open technology standards. ClassLink Analytics gives decision makers the usage data they need. Accessible from any computer\, tablet or smartphone\, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. \n CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) is the premier professional association for school system technology leaders. CoSN provides thought leadership resources\, community\, best practices and advocacy tools to help leaders succeed in the digital transformation. CoSN represents over 13 million students in school districts nationwide and continues to grow as a powerful and influential voice in K-12 education.
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SUMMARY:Use Google Tools to Make Any Curriculum Collaborative and Dynamic
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Charles-Antoine Julien\, Assistant Professor\, McGill School of Information Studies\, Montreal\nHosted by Ellen Darensbourg\, Magnet Program Director and STEM Curriculum Specialist\, New York City Department of Education \nSponsored by CoTeacher \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nImagine each of your teachers having the knowledge of ALL teachers at their fingertips. \nIntroducing the transformation of your G Suite and Google Classroom tools: new innovations that will enhance every teacher’s capacity to leverage and share the most dynamic and effective instructional materials and best practices—differentiated to district-specific teaching and learning priorities. \nIn this edWebinar\, Professor Charles-Antoine Julien from McGill School of Information Studies\, and Ellen Darensbourg\, Magnet Program Director and STEM Curriculum Specialist\, demonstrate how you can maximize your G Suite and Google-friendly tools through advanced collaboration and sharing technologies that allow teachers and curriculum leaders to intuitively build curriculum maps\, enhance teaching units\, and create more dynamic lesson plans. \nIn the presentation\, theyshow you: \n\nHow to easily source the most effective shared instructional assets from top teachers around the country\nHow to seamlessly map your scope and sequence\nHow to align units\, lesson plans and resources to instructional goals\nHow to keep track of which standards you or your teachers have taught\n\nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to preK-12 and higher education teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, and tech coaches.  \nAbout the Presenter \nCharles-Antoine Julien\, Ph.D. is an assistant professor at the McGill University School of Information Studies in Montreal where he trains educators\, librarians\, technologists in cutting-edge practices for accessing\, organizing\, and disseminating knowledge. His latest research focuses on helping knowledge professionals use cloud-based sharing repositories\, such as Google Drive and Microsoft OneDrive more effectively. \n \nAbout the Host \nEllen Darensbourg is a veteran educator and administrator with over 25 years of experience developing teacher-leaders. She’s incredibly passionate about STEM and literacy and has exceptional knowledge of curriculum development and project-based learning. Currently\, Ellen serves as Program Director for a group of STEM-focused magnet schools in New York City. In this role\, she oversees the continual evaluation and improvement of teaching and learning in the schools under her charge. She was previously named a Teacher Design Fellow from the New York Hall of Science and earned a Master of Science in reading from the Bank Street School of Education. \nJoin the Technology in Schools 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\nCoTeacher matches similar teachers so they can build curriculum\, lesson plans\, and resource collections\, together. Whatever you need\, someone nearby has it—find it on CoTeacher\, today. \n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/technology20190513/
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SUMMARY:Principles to Action: Evidence-Based Strategies to Engage Students in Productive Struggle
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kevin Dykema\, Math Teacher\, Mattawan Middle School\, MI\, and former board member for NCTM; and Susanne Nobles\, Ph.D.\, Partnerships Director\, Learner Variability Project\, Digital Promise\nHosted by Barbara Pape\, Communications Director\, Learner Variability Project \nSponsored by Digital Promise \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nRich mathematical tasks that engage students in solving and discussing demanding problems are a vital part of every math classroom. Cognitively demanding tasks and math discourse can help build a deep conceptual understanding of the mathematics. \nBut how do you engage students in the productive struggle these tasks require? This edWebinar dives into evidence-based strategies that support students as they progress in understanding math concepts. Some of the specific examples discussed include: error analysis\, math talks\, and worked examples. Digital Promise provides free resources that put the research at your fingertips. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to K-12 teachers\, school and district leaders\, and math coaches. \nAbout the Presenters \nKevin Dykema is an energetic teacher and presenter who has a passion for mathematics. He has taught 8th grade math for the past 23 years and is currently teaching at Mattawan Middle School in Michigan. He has a master’s degree in math education from Western Michigan University\, where he has also taught several undergraduate math courses for preservice elementary teachers. He also conducts professional development sessions throughout the United States on the use of manipulatives in the math classroom. He was awarded the Michigan Council of Teachers of Mathematics Regional Director’s Award in 2007 for outstanding contribution and leadership in mathematics education as well as the Service Award in 2014 and has served as a regional director for the organization. He was the annual conference chair for the organization from 2011-2016 as well as co-founder and co-chair since 2015 for a conference focused on mathematics for students with disabilities. In April 2016\, he began a three-year term on the Board of Directors for NCTM. Kevin was a 2017 state finalist for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. \n \nSusanne Nobles\, Ph.D. is the partnerships director for the Learner Variability Project (LVP) at Digital Promise Global where she leads LVP’s collaborative work with developers\, professional learning organizations\, researchers\, and educators. Susanne also is an adjunct instructor with Relay Graduate School of Education\, helping early career teachers deepen their practice. A former high school teacher and administrator\, Susanne has worked to empower educators and students with the research\, structures\, and tools for truly individualized learning. She earned her Ph.D. in composition and new media from Old Dominion University\, focusing her research on creating effective digital communities of practice. She earned her M.Ed. in curriculum and instruction from Virginia Commonwealth University and her A.B. in English with Teacher Certification from Duke University. \n \nAbout the Host \nBarbara Pape is the communications director for the Learner Variability Project at Digital Promise Global (DPG). She has 20 years’ experience in strategic communications\, writing\, and policy analysis\, primarily in education. Previously\, she served as Executive Producer of the award-winning Teaching & Learning conference\, sponsored by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards\, where she developed content and oversaw outreach and communications. As a writer\, she has written for numerous publications\, including Harvard University\, the National Education Goals Panel (U.S. Department of Education) and Parents magazine. Barbara also served as editor and publisher of the first electronically delivered education newsletter\, the Daily Report Card. She earned an EdM at Harvard University’s Graduate School of Education and launched her career as a middle school language arts teacher. \nJoin the Personalized Learning for All community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nDigital Promise was created with the mission to accelerate innovation in education to improve opportunities to learn. \nA Learner Variability Project/Digital Promise Global paper\, Learner Variability Is the Rule\, Not the Exception\, defines the term learner variability and explains why understanding it matters to learning. \nThe fourth installment in Digital Promise Global’s Making Learning Personal For All series\, Policies and Practices that Meet Learners Where They Are highlights the promise of personalized learning to meet the needs of the full diversity of learners. It also examines policy actions and investments that district\, state\, and federal and national levels can take to help each learner master content and a broad range of skills. It makes clear that personalization must consider the whole child\, put learner voice and choice front and center\, and be built on the learning sciences.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/personalizedlearning20190509/
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SUMMARY:Release Your Inner Connected Educator!
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Cate Tolnai\, Director of Member Engagement\, CUE Inc. \nHosted by Common Sense Education and Sponsored by Symantec \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nLet’s unpack some of the strategic ways that educators are empowered to share common passions\, laugh together\, learn together\, and even publish books together starting with connections forged through the #WeAreCUE community. In this edWebinar learn from Cate Tolnai\, Director of Member Engagement at CUE\, Inc.\, about how you can tap into networks individually or as a larger organization as she shares best practices for being a connected educator in 2019. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to elementary through high school educators.  \n \nAbout the Presenter \nCate Tolnai is a passionate fan of learning\, coaching\, and connecting. She works as the director of member engagement for California’s ISTE affiliate\, CUE\, an education nonprofit for innovation in learning and leadership throughout California and Nevada. She also serves as adjunct faculty at the Krause Center for Innovation at Foothills College. In her 17th year in K–12 education\, Cate supports educators as they integrate technology-rich\, future-ready learning in all learning environments. She has spent 10 years in K–12 classrooms and five years coaching teachers and administrators at both the district and county levels. As a Google Certified Innovator and Trainer\, she commits to supporting the integration of technology and teaching across grade levels and content areas. She loves to talk game-based learning\, gamification\, micro-certifications\, blended and online learning\, personalized PD\, learning through play\, and finding reasons to celebrate every victory step. #WeAreCUE #PowerUpClassroom #TeachersNeedIt #badgechat #Sketch50 \n  \n\n\nJoin the Digital Learning & Leadership community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nCommon Sense Education develops high-quality digital citizenship programs and digital teaching resources\, providing educators and students with the digital learning tools they need to harness the power of technology for life. \n  \nSymantec was founded in 1982 by visionary computer scientists. The company has evolved to become one of the world’s largest software companies with more than 18\,500 employees in more than 50 countries. We provide security\, storage and systems management solutions to help our customers – from consumers and small businesses to the largest global organizations – secure and manage their information-driven world against more risks at more points\, more completely and efficiently than any other company.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/commonsense20190508/
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SUMMARY:Communicating with Students: Reaching a Forgotten Audience
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Lesley Bruinton\, APR\, Public Relations Coordinator\, Tuscaloosa City Schools\, AL \nSponsored by Blackboard \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nAs schools and districts seek to communicate with stakeholders\, we often go around the one audience central to our work: students. While we may communicate to students through their parents\, the effort is largely one way. This edWebinar challenges that paradigm to use strategic communication efforts to engage students using authentic two-way communication. \nThis recorded presentation will be of interest to PR and communication leaders\, superintendents\, principals\, and teachers. \nAbout the Presenter \nLesley Bruinton\, APR\, Public Relations Coordinator for Tuscaloosa City Schools in Alabama\, can usually be found brainstorming and selling a big idea\, much to the chagrin of those around her who know it will be a lot of work\, but a lot of fun! Her ideas come as quickly as her rapid-fire typing skills. Lesley is an Accredited in Public Relations practitioner with more than 15 years’ experience in television journalism and public relations. Her work has been recognized at the state\, regional\, and national levels. \n \nJoin the Family Engagement & Community Outreach in K-12 community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nAt Blackboard\, we’re shaping the future of education with big ideas that are transforming the face of education. Every day we’re helping millions of people around the world find new ways to learn\, connect and advance. With innovative technologies and solutions we’re bringing them closer to the knowledge they seek and the potential they can achieve.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/engagement20190508/
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SUMMARY:Know Your Truth: Using Data as a Key Driver of Learning Contexts in Equity-Based MTSS
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Shawn Mahoney\, President\, Key Data Systems\, and Chief Learning Officer\, Illuminate Education \nSponsored by Illuminate Education \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nAs districts implement multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) across the nation\, many are running into logistical and practical challenges. We sometimes invest a great deal of time and resources in solving a problem that is actually symptomatic of a bigger challenge. \nIn this edWebinar\, take a holistic look at the nature of change\, including effective approaches to how MTSS and data can enlighten and inform learning. Watch the presenters discuss: \n\nThe criticality of defining a problem and clarity of focus\nKey shifts in technology and their impact on education contexts\nAn operational definition of MTSS\nHow MTSS can be a vehicle for equity\nHow data can turn into information and action\nHow to leverage foundational elements of systems of support to provide solutions for common MTSS challenges\n\nEducators have the power and opportunity to build district structures that are both support for MTSS and supported by MTSS. Leave with a new lens with which to view and approach your own challenges in implementing MTSS—and practical ideas about how to do so. This edWebinar will be of interest to K-12 teachers and school and district leaders.  \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Shawn Mahoney comes to Key Data Systems and Illuminate Education with diverse experience in education\, technology\, and leadership\, both inside and outside of the classroom. Prior to joining KDS\, Shawn served as SVP of Product Development and Chief Learning Officer for McGraw-Hill School Education\, and before that\, as VP of School Product Design Research and Efficacy at Pearson. Before joining Pearson\, Shawn served in public education for seven years. She was a classroom teacher\, promoted to Lead Literacy Specialist for the Office of Professional Development and Academics in Tucson Unified School District. \nShawn holds a B.A. in English and secondary education and an M.A. in bilingual and multicultural education from the University of Arizona. She completed her Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education where she was awarded the Intellectual Contribution and Faculty Tribute Award for the Technology\, Innovation\, and Education cohort. Shawn completed her Ph.D. in educational technology at Arizona State University. \n  \nJoin the Leadership and Innovation community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nIlluminate Education is the leading provider of formative assessment\, analytics\, and data visualization solutions for K-12 education. Serving more than 12 million students around the country\, we are committed to increasing the power of teaching and the delight of learning.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/leadersplc20190507/
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SUMMARY:Making Mindfulness Work in Your School
DESCRIPTION:Presented by James Butler\, M.Ed.\, SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) Mindfulness Specialist\, Austin Independent School District\, TX \nSponsored by Free Spirit Publishing \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nBased on the unique experiences of presenter James Butler\, M.Ed.\, a former early childhood educator and current mindfulness specialist\, this edWebinar focuses on making mindfulness work in your school. Learn about the connection between mindfulness and self-care\, the basics of what mindfulness is and isn’t\, the importance of focusing on the adult first\, ideas for student and staff buy-in\, and simple strategies for using mindfulness in the classroom and in a schoolwide community. \nJames\, an educator for 16 years\, shares his personal experience of using mindfulness to help him deal with the stresses of life and education\, how he successfully implemented mindfulness practices with students from as young as four to high school seniors\, and how he helped an urban school district with 130 schools embrace mindfulness as a means to support social-emotional learning and growth for adults and students alike. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to preK-12 teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, and counselors\, as well as anyone interested in how to start mindfulness on their campus or in their classroom\, or how to grow the mindfulness practices that already exist. \nAbout the Presenter \nJames Butler\, M.Ed. has been teaching kindergarten and pre-kindergarten since 2002. He has a B.S. in education and early childhood from Indiana’s Manchester University and an M.Ed. in curriculum and instruction from Grand Canyon University. He is now the SEL (social-emotional learning) mindfulness specialist for the Austin Independent School District (AISD)\, working with teachers\, staff\, administrators\, parents\, and preK–12 students. During the 2016–2017 school year\, James helped implement a mindfulness curriculum in all 130 AISD campuses. He lives in Austin\, Texas. \n \nJoin the Social-Emotional Learning\, Positive Behavior\, and Student Achievement community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nFree Spirit is the leading publisher of learning tools that support young people’s social-emotional health and educational needs. We help children and teens think for themselves\, overcome challenges\, and make a difference in the world.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/studentachievement20190507/
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SUMMARY:Measuring and Sustaining Professional Learning Through Micro-Credentials
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Odelia Younge\, Senior Project Director\, Educator Micro-credentials\, Digital Promise\nHosted by Sierra Noakes\, Research Project Manager\, Digital Promise \nSponsored by Digital Promise \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nExplore the world of educator micro-credentials and how they can be used as powerful tools to support professional learning. In this edWebinar\, gain an understanding of the value of micro-credentials for measuring learning and how to integrate micro-credentials into professional development programs offered by districts\, schools of education\, and professional development providers. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to elementary through high school teachers\, school leaders\, and coaches.  \nAbout the Presenter \nOdelia Younge is the senior project director for educator micro-credentials at Digital Promise\, leading work on personalized\, competency-based professional learning through micro-credentials. Odelia is an equity champion and practitioner and dreams of new ways to bring about the promises of education. \n  \n  \nAbout the Host \nAt Digital Promise\, Sierra Noakes focuses on building districts’ and educators’ capacity to make evidence-based decisions around innovative programs and practices. In addition to conducting and supporting edtech pilot studies in collaboration with districts across the country\, Sierra is also working on research projects studying technology integration to support low-resourced K12 students and adult learners. Prior to joining Digital Promise\, Sierra was an applied behavior analysis instructor and curriculum coordinator at an autism center in New York. While working on her Master’s in Education Policy and Management from Harvard Graduate School of Education\, she also served as project manager and policy analyst for a nonprofit creating hybrid academic and SEL courses for students with Dyslexia and ADHD. Sierra received her B.A. in Government from Claremont McKenna College. \n \nJoin the Research and Evidence in Edtech community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nDigital Promise was created with the mission to accelerate innovation in education to improve opportunities to learn.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/research20190506/
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SUMMARY:Authentic Assessment in the Digital Age
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Matt Renwick\, Principal\, Mineral Point Unified School District\, WI\, and Author\nHosted by Siobhan Nordstrom\, Community Manager\, FreshGrade \nSponsored by FreshGrade \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nGrades\, test scores\, and levels communicate little about students’ potential or their disposition toward learning. Technology\, when used with intention\, can provide a more comprehensive picture of the whole child. Digital tools and products including video\, images\, apps\, and audio can capture evidence of learning in ways that enhance and even transform the school experience. \nIn this edWebinar\, explore a three-step process for using technology to effectively capture\, curate\, and communicate student work with peers\, families\, and the community. By implementing a more authentic approach to facilitating assessment in the classroom\, teachers can realize the true potential of technology in education. \nThis recorded presentation will be of interest to K-12 teachers and school and district leaders. \nAbout the Presenter \nMatt Renwick is a 19-year public educator who began as a 5th- and 6th-grade teacher in Rudolph\, WI. He now serves as an elementary principal for the Mineral Point Unified School District. Matt also teaches online graduate courses in curriculum design and instructional leadership for the University of Wisconsin-Superior. He tweets from @ReadByExample and writes for ASCD and Choice Literacy. \n  \nAbout the Host \nSiobhan Nordstrom is the community manager for FreshGrade and is certified in Adult Continuing Education. Over the last three years\, she has led dozens of professional development sessions all of which have impacted the way that educators communicate learning through eportfolios. Siobhan has extensive knowledge about the product and the various ways it is being used across the U.S. and Canada. \n \nJoin the TechTools for the Classroom community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nFounded in 2011\, FreshGrade was created by a dedicated team who saw a better way to show student achievement and progression. Today\, FreshGrade is used in over 120 countries worldwide. The portfolio and assessment platform helps educators\, parents\, and students have deeper conversations about learning. Do it all with just one tool: capture evidence\, give feedback\, and track progression through standards and custom objectives. FreshGrade encourages students to own their learning while engaging parents at every turn. Start a deeper conversation about learning at www.freshgrade.com.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/techtools20190502/
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SUMMARY:Understanding Growth Models and How They Impact Teacher and School Evaluations
DESCRIPTION:Presented Dr. Stanley Rabinowitz\, Senior Technical Advisor\, Pearson; and Dr. Laura Cain\, Director\, Pearson School Assessment \nSponsored by Pearson School Assessments \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nStates and school districts are incorporating growth models into a range of accountability and evaluation systems at increasing rates. However\, there is no single universally accepted growth model. This edWebinar explores the following key questions: \n\nWhat are the characteristics of appropriate assessments to measure student growth?\nWhat factors are used to measure growth?\nWhat are the various types of growth models being used in schools?\nWhat technical criteria should be applied when evaluating a “growth model”?\n\nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to K-12 teachers\, school and district leaders\, and state departments of education.  \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Stanley Rabinowitz is currently Senior Technical Advisor at Pearson and has over 30 years of experience in large-scale assessment\, including work as a former assessment director. He has consulted extensively on standards\, assessment\, and school/educator accountability issues with researchers\, policymakers and assessment staff at national\, state\, and district levels in the United States and elsewhere globally. Dr. Rabinowitz has served on more than a dozen state and national technical advisory committees. He has directed the National Center for Standards and Assessment Implementation and the PMO for the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium. His expertise includes computer adaptive testing\, developing and scoring technology-enhanced items\, and assessing students across languages. Most recently\, Dr. Rabinowitz served as General Manager for the Australian Curriculum\, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA). In this position\, he was responsible for managing the national assessment programs (NAPLAN and NAP sample)\, national data reporting\, including the My School website\, and launching NAPLAN online in 2018. \n \n \nDr. Laura Cain is currently a director with Pearson School Assessment. For the past year\, she has been working on Pearson’s latest assessment innovation Transcend and will be supporting districts in their assessment needs. Laura has 30 years of experience in education\, starting her career as a high school English teacher. She has held multiple levels of administrative experiences in K-12 education\, most recently having worked in a cabinet level position in an urban district. While there\, she was responsible for departments including assessments\, professional learning\, school and department strategic planning\, accountability and managed federal grants such as Title II and a $40 million dollar Teacher Incentive Fund Grant. She completed her doctoral work in 2015 from Ball State University and currently resides in Indiana with her husband Matt. \nJoin the Assessment for Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nPearson is the world’s learning company\, with expertise in educational courseware and assessment\, and a range of teaching and learning services powered by technology. Our products and services are used by millions of teachers and learners around the world every day.
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SUMMARY:Push Past It! A Positive Approach to Challenging Behavior
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Angela Searcy\, Ed.D.\, Educational Consultant and Seminar Leader\, Erikson Institute\, Owner and Founder\, Simple Solutions Educational Services \nSponsored by Gryphon House \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nThis edWebinar outlines a guide to effective behavior planning for intense challenges. Angela Searcy\, Ed.D. discusses effective but practical functional assessment tools designed for educators BY educators. She will also outline each phase of the process\, what to expect\, and what tools support a continuous cycle of each step: \n\nSelf-reflection and identification of implicit bias\nContext analysis\nIdentification of prevention strategies\nReplacement skills\nNew responses\nReviewing the results\n\nDr. Searcy also explains the structure that supports good behavior planning from all adults including parents and staff members. This presentation will be of interest to preK-3 teachers and school and district leaders\, and will outline tools to help educators MATCH a strategy to their unique students and program and WORK the strategy when it’s not working!  \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Angela Searcy holds a B.A. degree in English and secondary education with teacher certification through the state of Illinois\, and an M.S. degree in early childhood development from Erikson Institute\, with a specialization in infant studies. She also has a doctorate in education with a specialization in assessment and response to intervention. Her research revolves around brain-based learning as assessed by CLASS and its correlation to aggressive behaviors in preschool children. Angela\, who began as educator in 1990\, is the owner and founder of Simple Solutions Educational Services\, and has experience at all levels of education. She is currently a seminar leader and continuing education instructor at Erikson Institute\, a professional development provider for Teaching Strategies\, LLC\, a Teachstone Affiliate Trainer\, a member of the Classroom Assessment Scoring System CLASS Community Advisory Board\, and an author for Gryphon House Publishing. A former neuro-developmental specialist\, Angela has specialized training in neuroscience and is a nationally recognized speaker. She has been featured on Chicago’s WGN Channel 9 News\, Chicago Public Radio’s Chicago Matters\, Chicago Parent and Chicago Baby Magazines. \n  \nJoin the Early Learning Book Chats community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nGryphon House\, Inc. is an award-winning publisher of early childhood resources for teachers and parents.
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SUMMARY:SEL and Academic Learning Catalyst: Growth Mindset
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Desiree Margo\, Principal\, Redmond Early Learning Center; and Dr. Kendra Coates\, Growing Early Mindsets (GEM) Author\, and Professional Learning Specialist\, Mindset Works \nSponsored by Mindset Works \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nOver the years\, as educators around the world have worked to translate growth mindset into practice\, various definitions and understandings have emerged. For some\, growth mindset is part of the larger field of social and emotional learning (SEL)\, included within the SEL competency of self-awareness. While others view growth mindset and SEL as separate constructs. Both have been viewed as supplementary approaches that can feel like “one more thing” taking teachers’ time away from core academic learning. \nGrowth mindset is the foundation for ALL learning and is the catalyst to cultivating growth mindset- and SEL-related knowledge\, attitudes\, and behaviors\, improving academic outcomes\, and nurturing the whole learner. In this edWebinar\, Dr. Desiree Margo and Dr. Kendra Coates share insights and examples from the field on how educators can access growth mindset as the foundation for ALL learning and integrate growth mindset\, SEL\, and academic learning. \nThis recorded presentation will be of interest to preK-5 teachers\, librarians\, school counselors\, special education teachers\, school and district leaders\, and instructional coaches. \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Desiree Margo has been actively engaged in education for 34 years\, including 20 years teaching at various levels prior to going into school administration. She has served as the assistant director of student services\, as well as principal of an elementary school and now at The Redmond Early Learning Center! Desiree has been leading efforts to instill a growth mindset foundation fueling development of social and emotional learning (SEL) in order to nurture the whole child and improve academic/behavioral outcomes for hundreds of students within a new early learning school model at The Redmond Early Learning Center since 2016. She received both her master’s and doctorate degrees in educational leadership and is passionate about providing opportunities for ALL students. Her personal vision is Every Child\, Every Chance\, Every Day! \nDr. Kendra Coates is a steadfast believer in accessing and celebrating our unlimited potential (UP). She is a learner\, educator\, mom\, author\, consultant\, and coach. She is the author of Growing Early Mindsets™ (GEM™)\, a new literacy-based teaching and learning framework from Mindset Works\, the global leader in developing growth mindsets. Kendra has over 20 years of preK-12 teaching and leadership experience. She currently serves as Regional Director of P-3rd Education in Oregon. She holds an M.A.T. in special education\, an M.S. in curriculum and instruction\, and a D.Ed. in educational methodology\, policy\, and leadership\, as well as educational licenses in literacy\, preK–12 special education\, early childhood and elementary education\, and school administration. She consults and leads schools\, districts\, and organizations in growth mindset\, SEL\, design thinking\, P-3rd education\, and family engagement. \nJoin the Engaging Early Learners community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nMindset Works was co-founded by one of the world’s leading researchers in the field of motivation\, Stanford University professor Carol S. Dweck\, Ph.D. and K-12 mindset expert Lisa S. Blackwell\, Ph.D. The company translates psychological research into practical products and services to help students and educators increase their motivation and achievement.
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SUMMARY:6 Steps to Create a Content-Rich K-12 Website
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Michelle Reese\, Public Relations Coordinator\, Higley Unified School District\, AZ; and Aimee Mackenzie\, Public Relations Technician\, Higley Unified School District\, AZ \nSponsored by Blackboard \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nHow can you best provide information to your community with your website? \nHigley Unified School District in Arizona sent a survey to their community last May to collect feedback on their communication strategy. The results kicked off a series of changes to their website that revolutionized the way they share content with their website visitors. \nWatch this edWebinar to learn the six steps Higley has identified that will help you revamp your website content. By the end of the presentation\, you’ll be able to answer: \n\nWho are your audiences?\nWhat is the goal for each page?\nWhen will each page be viewed? Year-round or seasonally?\nWhere should the page live within your website?\nHow should the page look visually?\nWhy is your website performing or not performing?\n\nWatch this edWebinar to learn how to review\, revamp\, and evaluate your website’s success. This recorded presentation will be of interest to communications professionals\, public relations leaders\, webmasters\, superintendents\, tech leaders\, and principals. \n  \nAbout the Presenters \nMichelle Reese joined the Higley Unified School District in 2013 as the public relations coordinator after a nearly 20-year career in journalism. Since then\, the public relations team has grown from two people to a four-member team\, plus an intern. The team today oversees website content and compliance\, public and media communication\, crisis communication\, marketing\, social media and public information requests. The team put a new focus on website content to align with the district’s new strategic plan\, adopted in 2017. As the team’s leader\, Michelle helps drive the team’s goal to stay strategic in planning and focus…often with a coffee or two in hand. \n \nAimee Mackenzie joined the Higley Unified School District in 2016 to assist the public relations team with website compliance and the district’s OCR compliant. She quickly learned how to navigate the website\, identifying areas for improvement in terms of delivery and content. In 2017\, she became the district’s PR technician\, responsible for website and social media. In 2018\, the Arizona School Public Relations Association awarded Higley two awards for website creation: a new Higley History page and a new Kindergarten page. Designed by Aimee\, both pages were driven by the team’s desire to create engaging information for the community\, with an eye to keep information easy to follow and OCR compliant. \n \nJoin the Family Engagement & Community Outreach in K-12 community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nAt Blackboard\, we’re shaping the future of education with big ideas that are transforming the face of education. Every day we’re helping millions of people around the world find new ways to learn\, connect and advance. With innovative technologies and solutions we’re bringing them closer to the knowledge they seek and the potential they can achieve.
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SUMMARY:Character Education: Interview with Medal of Honor Recipient Hiroshi Miyamura (Korean War)
DESCRIPTION:Watch the Recording\nListen to the Podcast \nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nSign up for this upcoming edWebinar in the Medal of Honor Character Development Program’s edWebinar series. \nPlan for your class to watch the on-demand recording with Medal of Honor Recipient Hiroshi Miyamura. Miyamura was awarded the Medal of Honor for engaging in hand-to-hand combat after his company had been attacked\, then administering first aid to the wounded and directing their evacuation while he stayed behind. He then bayoneted his way through infiltrated enemy soldiers to a second gun emplacement and assisted in its operation. When the intensity of the attack necessitated the withdrawal of the company Miyamura ordered his men to fall back while he remained to cover their movement\, despite being severely wounded\, fighting ferociously against an overwhelming number of enemy soldiers. \nThis edWebinar is an inspiring learning opportunity for middle and high school students to connect directly with an American hero. Interviews with Medal of Honor Recipients are part of the Medal of Honor Character Development Program\, a free program that helps students build character and promotes responsible citizenship through a deeper understanding of stories of courage and sacrifice. Before watching them recorded edWebinar\, we encourage teachers to review Miyamura’s story with their class. Student viewers must view the program with their teacher. \nAbout the Presenter \nCpl. Miyamura\, a member of Company H\, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action against the enemy. On the night of 24 April\, Company H was occupying a defensive position when the enemy fanatically attacked\, threatening to overrun the position. Cpl. Miyamura\, a machine-gun squad leader\, aware of the imminent danger to his men\, unhesitatingly jumped from his shelter wielding his bayonet in close hand-to-hand combat\, killing approximately 10 of the enemy. Returning to his position\, he administered first aid to the wounded and directed their evacuation. As another savage assault hit the line\, he manned his machine gun and delivered withering fire until his ammunition was expended. He ordered the squad to withdraw while he stayed behind to render the gun inoperative. He then bayoneted his way through infiltrated enemy soldiers to a second gun emplacement and assisted in its operation. When the intensity of the attack necessitated the withdrawal of the company Cpl. Miyamura ordered his men to fall back while he remained to cover their movement. He killed more than 50 of the enemy before his ammunition was depleted and he was severely wounded. He maintained his magnificent stand despite his painful wounds\, continuing to repel the attack until his position was overrun. When last seen he was fighting ferociously against an overwhelming number of enemy soldiers. Cpl. Miyamura’s indomitable heroism and consummate devotion to duty reflect the utmost glory on himself and uphold the illustrious traditions on the military service. \n \nAbout the Host \nCathy Ehlers Metcalf joined the Medal of Honor Character Development Program as Vice President of Education in 2015 after serving as a Regional Curriculum Trainer. Cathy taught college-level writing for over 33 years in Southern California. Cathy’s father was a World War II Medal of Honor Recipient. Those experiences gave Cathy a great respect for both the Medal of Honor and a passion for service to our Nation’s Veterans. \n \nJoin the The Medal of Honor Character Development Program community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nThe Medal of Honor Character Development Program is a curriculum resource built on the values of courage\, commitment\, sacrifice\, citizenship\, integrity\, and patriotism. Its living history videos and accompanying lessons teach students that ordinary people can meet great challenges and make the world around them a better place. Each lesson highlights skills such as writing\, collaboration\, and critical thinking. With two available curriculum options (elementary and secondary)\, the resources are appropriate for K-12 students and beyond. Assignments and activities fit efficiently into existing disciplines\, time periods\, and schedules. \n \n \n \nListen to the Podcast\nWe’re happy to make podcasts available for selected panel discussions and interviews.\nIf you would like a CE certificate for this presentation\, watch the edWebinar recording and take the CE quiz. \nDownload here
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190429T170000
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SUMMARY:Inspiring STEM Learning for Young Girls: Tips from Research and the Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Amanda Sullivan\, Ph.D.\, Associate Director\, Early Childhood Technology Graduate Certificate Program\, Tufts University\, MA; and Kim Collazo\, K–5 STEM Lab Teacher\, Robbins Elementary School\, NC \nSponsored by Wonder Workshop \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nWhy are women still drastically underrepresented in fields like computer science and engineering? When (and how) should educators focus on piquing interest of girls in these fields? Beginning as early as kindergarten\, there are technologies and teaching strategies that educators can employ to ensure that children of any gender or background are given equal access to STEM. Children who are exposed to quality STEM programming at an early age demonstrate fewer gender-based stereotypes regarding STEM careers and fewer obstacles entering these fields as adults. It is critical for educators to reach girls early in order to make a lasting impact on the choices they see for themselves later in life.  \nIn this recorded edWebinar\, through personal stories and research findings shared by the presenters—a researcher who studies the gender divide in STEM and has brought robotics and engineering content to hundreds of young children in the U.S.\, Denmark\, and Singapore\, and an educator who provides weekly STEM classes to pre-K through 5th grade students—you will see the current gender divide in STEM and discover what educators can do about it. Explore technologies\, teaching strategies (including no-tech approaches)\, and curricula that will inspire\, excite\, and engage the next generation of female scientists and engineers. Walk away with learning activities and role-modeling practices you can put into place to boost girls’ interest and confidence in STEM immediately after watching this edWebinar.  \nThis recorded presentation will be of interest to preK-8 teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, and technology specialists and integrationists. \n\nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Amanda Sullivan is the associate director of the Early Childhood Technology Graduate Certificate Program at Tufts University and a postdoctoral researcher with the DevTech Research Group. Her research examines how children develop gender stereotypes toward STEM and investigates strategies for increasing girls’ confidence and interest in STEM. Amanda also has a decade of experience as an educator\, having taught coding\, robotics\, drama\, and more in formal and informal learning settings. She is the co-creator of the ScratchJr Coding Cards (No Starch Press) and author of the book Breaking the STEM Stereotype: Reaching Girls in Early Childhood (Rowman & Littlefield) to be released later this year. Learn more about Amanda at amandaalzenasullivan.com \n\nKim Collazo has been a public school educator for 28 years. She has experience as a 4th\, 5th\, and 6th grade classroom teacher. She holds North Carolina licensure in regular and special education\, as well as academically/intellectually gifted\, has National Board Certification\, and was awarded an NC State Kenan Fellowship creating multi-user immersive science games for elementary students. Her passion is integrating technology and engineering in relevant ways\, and she has Level 1 Google Certification. She currently works as an elementary STEM teacher at Robbins Elementary in Moore County\, NC\, where she serves 430 pre-K through fifth grade students. Learn more about Kim at kimcollazo.weebly.com. \n\n\nJoin the Coding & Robotics K-8  community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nWonder Workshop creates engaging\, hands-on learning tools\, programming languages\, and curriculum that bring STEM and coding to life for grades K-8. Robotics fosters critical thinking skills at an early age\, encourages creativity\, and turns students into makers rather than consumers. Wonder Workshop is the creator of the Dash and Dot robots. Let’s inspire students to be future leaders in technology. Find out more at makewonder.com
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SUMMARY:Managing Student Behavior on a Trip: How Ready Are You?
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Julie R. Beck\, Contributing Writer\, Teach & Travel Magazine \nSponsored by SYTA – The Student & Youth Travel Association \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nWith the amount of time and effort you’ve dedicated to pulling together the perfect student trip\, don’t let problematic student behavior disrupt your plans. Travel often ignites a sense of adventure and freedom in students—and that is important—but it can also trigger problematic student behavior. \nIn this edWebinar\, learn tried-and-true tips from an educator with student travel expertise. You’ll walk away with a student behavior management checklist that promotes a positive learning environment\, no matter where you’re going. This recorded presentation will be of interest to elementary through high school teachers and school and district leaders. \nAbout the Presenter \nJulie R. Beck is a world traveler having visited all 50 states\, all 7 continents and 87 countries. Julie leads high school and college students on study abroad trips\, works at international Girl Scout camps and travels on her own. She is the President of the Mount Olive Chamber of Commerce (NC)\, an adjunct faculty member teaching recreation & tourism classes and a freelance writer for “Teach & Travel” magazine. Julie received her Masters degree in Parks\, Recreation & Tourism from NC State University. \n \nAbout the Host \nCarylann Assante joined SYTA and the SYTA Youth Foundation in 2010. Her professional experience includes association and nonprofit management\, hospitality and tourism\, and academic enrichment programs for students and youth. \n \nJoin the Teach & Travel community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n SYTA is the non-profit\, professional trade association that promotes student & youth travel and seeks to foster integrity and professionalism among student and youth travel service providers. SYTA is “The Voice of Student and Youth Travel.®
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SUMMARY:Monitoring Student Cell Phone Use: What's YOUR Plan?
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Shannon Holden\, Principal\, Pierce City High School\, MO \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nOne of the most challenging aspects of teaching in the 21st century is regulating the use of cellphones during class time. Students are utilizing all the tricks in their arsenal\, such as wireless earbuds\, bluetooth speakers\, and other below-the-radar methods to use their devices without being detected. How are teachers keeping this phenomenon under control? \nIn this edWebinar\, high school principal and teacher coach Shannon Holden examines techniques to minimize the negative impact of phones in the classroom. Elementary through high school educators will benefit from attending this recorded session.  \nAbout the Presenter \nShannon Holden\, Principal at Pierce City High School in Missouri\, is the TechTools for the Classroom and Teacher HELP! edWebinar and community host. Shannon served as an assistant principal for 20 years in Texas and Missouri\, has taught high school history and math\, and was an online instructor at the university level. Shannon presents frequently to teachers and administrators about classroom management\, maintaining positive relationships with parents\, instructional strategies that engage students\, and implementing technology in the classroom. \n \nJoin the Teacher HELP! community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n 
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SUMMARY:Educators and Social Media: Avoiding the Pitfalls
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jamie Knowles\, Senior Manager\, Educator Professional Learning Programs\, Common Sense Media \nHosted by Common Sense Education and Sponsored by Symantec \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nWhile social media presents a host of opportunities for educators to connect with their students and to prepare students to be savvy digital citizens\, it also requires educators to walk a fine line. How can they make the most of tools like Twitter\, Facebook\, and YouTube\, while also upholding appropriate boundaries that protect the privacy and well-being of students? \nIn this edWebinar\, Jamie Knowles\, Senior Manager of Educator Professional Learning Programs at Common Sense Media\, shares strategies for helping teachers use social media in a way that benefits their students\, their school\, and themselves. This recorded presentation will be of interest to elementary through high school educators. \n \nAbout the Presenter \nAs Senior Manager of Educator Professional Learning Programs at Common Sense Media\, Jamie Knowles creates online professional development services for teachers. Prior to his work at Common Sense\, Jamie taught middle school English in Oakland\, California\, for eight years. For the 2016–2017 school year\, he received an Excellence in Teaching award and was one of three finalists for Teacher of the Year in Oakland Unified School District. While teaching\, he also successfully implemented a $200\,000 school-wide blended-learning program funded by the Rogers Family Foundation and led professional development on a wide range of teaching strategies. Jamie holds a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from Eugene Lang College and a master’s degree in philosophy and education from Teachers College at Columbia University. \n  \n\nJoin the Digital Learning & Leadership community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nCommon Sense Education develops high-quality digital citizenship programs and digital teaching resources\, providing educators and students with the digital learning tools they need to harness the power of technology for life. \n  \nSymantec was founded in 1982 by visionary computer scientists. The company has evolved to become one of the world’s largest software companies with more than 18\,500 employees in more than 50 countries. We provide security\, storage and systems management solutions to help our customers – from consumers and small businesses to the largest global organizations – secure and manage their information-driven world against more risks at more points\, more completely and efficiently than any other company.
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SUMMARY:Engaging Early Learners with Technology: Sharing Research and Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Scott Miller\, Ph.D.\, Principal\, Avonworth Primary Center\, PA; and Emily Neff\, Public Policy Associate\, Trying Together\nHosted by Christina Luke\, Ph.D.\, Director of Digital Certifications and Credentialing at Digital Promise \nSponsored by Digital Promise \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nIn this edWebinar\, the presenters discuss the best practices for technology use with young children (birth through age five) and their families\, as well as how to support early childhood educators in grades K-3 with effective technology strategies. Research on technology use in early childhood education from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and Common Sense Media provide the framework. With digital devices becoming more readily available in school settings\, the logistics of implementing technology in the classroom as a tool for learning must be examined in order to utilize emerging technology most effectively. \nThe edWebinar also shares insights from a roundtable facilitated by Hi5!\, a kindergarten readiness and registration campaign in the Greater Pittsburgh Region. The roundtable served as a professional development and networking event for over 20 school districts to share best practices for how they are using technology to support the transition to kindergarten for students and families. The discussion included developmentally appropriate technology use across the early childhood continuum. \nThis recorded presentation will be of interest to preK-3 teachers and school leaders. \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Scott Miller is Principal at Avonworth Primary Center (K-2)\, part of the Avonworth School District located in Pittsburgh\, Pennsylvania. His expertise and interests include early childhood education pedagogy\, creativity in the elementary school setting as part of effective lesson design\, implementation of Common Core State Standards\, and the development of makerspaces. Dr. Miller holds leadership positions on his district’s technology committee and on Allegheny County’s Hi5! Kindergarten Transition Committee and is an active member of Trying Together. \n \nEmily Neff serves as a public policy associate for Trying Together\, engaging in statewide and local advocacy and policy activities with the goal of expanding access to high-quality early care and education. She supports the public policy agenda through research and the creation of issue briefs\, white papers\, and a variety of professional development resources\, including webinars and workshops focused on developmentally appropriate practice and the early learning continuum. Additionally\, Emily serves as the coordinator for Hi5!\, a kindergarten registration and readiness project for over 40 school districts in Allegheny County. Previously\, Emily worked as a family support coordinator for a superintendent in New York City and as first grade teacher. \n  \nAbout the Host \nChristina Luke\, Ph.D.\, Director of Digital Certifications and Credentialing\, leads the Marketplace Research initiative at Digital Promise which is focused on increasing the amount of evidence in the edtech marketplace. Before joining Digital Promise\, Christina led program evaluations for federal and state initiatives and delivered professional development and technical assistance to school districts at Measurement Incorporated. Formerly a high school English teacher\, Christina left the classroom to study education policy with a desire to improve student outcomes by offering a practitioner’s perspective to education research. Christina earned a Ph.D. in education administration and policy from the State University of New York at Albany and a bachelor’s degree in secondary education and English from Boston College. Follow her on Twitter @ChristinaLukeDP. \n \nJoin the Research and Evidence in Edtech community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nDigital Promise was created with the mission to accelerate innovation in education to improve opportunities to learn.
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SUMMARY:Building a Schoolwide Culture of Reading
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Michelle Luhtala\, Library Department Chair\, New Canaan High School\, CT; and Melissa Thom\, M.A.\, Teacher Librarian\, Bristow Middle School\, CT \nSponsored by Mackin Educational Resources \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nReading may seem like an independent activity but for children who are developmentally wired to seek and feed on peer connections\, social reading transforms what some kids think of as a chore into a something they enjoy. Connecting learners with books is a gift that lasts a lifetime. \nWatch Michelle Luhtala and Melissa Thom in this edWebinar as they share innovative ideas that will get learners of all ages engaged in reading! This recorded presentation will be of interest to K-12 librarians\, teachers\, and administrators.  \nAbout the Presenters \nMichelle Luhtala is the Library Department Chair at New Canaan High School in Connecticut and was one of five school librarians named as a “Mover and Shaker” by Library Journal in 2015. She is the winner of the 2011 “I Love My Librarian” Award and the Library Association’s 2010 Outstanding Librarian Award. The New Canaan High School Library won AASL’s National School Library Program of the year in 2010. Follow her on Twitter @mluhtala. \n  \nMelissa Thom\, M.A. is a teacher librarian at Bristow Middle School in West Hartford\, CT. She earned her bachelor’s in elementary education from St. Cloud State University in Minnesota\, a master’s in elementary education from Northern Arizona University and a master’s in educational psychology/gifted and talented from the University of Connecticut. She spent 12 years teaching grades four to six as a classroom teacher\, and four years ago she earned her library media specialist certification from the ARCLMS program. She is the vice president of the Connecticut Association of School Librarians\, a member of the Customer Advisory Board for Scholastic Book Fairs\, a 2019 AASL Social Media Superstar Reader Leader finalist\, and her most recent publication was an article in the June issue of School Library Journal entitled\, NGSS Maker Challenges. \nJoin the Emerging Tech for Schools and Libraries community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n Mackin is one of the top providers of library and classroom materials for grades PK-12. Working with over 18\,000 publishers and a database of nearly 3 million printed titles\, and more than 1.9 million digital titles\, Mackin supplies print books\, eBooks\, online educational databases\, audiobooks and video resources to schools around the globe.
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SUMMARY:Tips for Surviving All Types of Assessments as a Classroom Teacher
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Vernice Y. Jones\, Candidate in the M.Ed. in School Counseling program\, Freed-Hardeman University\, TN \nHosted by Dr. Monte Tatom\, Associate Professor of Education\, Freed-Hardeman University\, TN \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nIn this edWebinar\, hear from Vernice Jones\, a candidate in the M.Ed. in School Counseling program at Freed-Hardeman University\, on helpful tips for educators regarding various types of assessments. Vernice discusses essential tips for how to feel less stressed during testing time\, planning\, and organization and relieve anxiety for both educators and students. \nThis  recorded presentation will be of interest to all educators\, specifically new and pre-service teachers\, by giving them essential resources to be well prepared and confident in conducting any assessment. \n  \nAbout the Presenter \nVernice Jones received her bachelor’s degree in biology from Lane College in 2003. She obtained her master’s degree in education from Grand Canyon University in 2009. She then began teaching in 2006 at Airways Middle School as a 7th grade science teacher. Vernice became a candidate in the M.Ed. in School Counseling program at Freed-Hardeman University in December 2017. Her goal is to become a professional school counselor and obtain a doctorate in counseling and serve a vital role in maximizing student achievement to ensure that the whole child is being served. \n  \nAbout the Host \nDr. Monte Tatom received his Ed.D. in educational administration at Auburn University. He has been in K-12 education for 26 years as a teacher\, assistant principal\, principal\, and coordinator of staff development. He retired from Mobile County Public School System in December 2005. He began working at Freed-Hardeman University (FHU) in January 2006. He is an associate professor of education within the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences at FHU. He currently has over 13 years in higher education. He has actively been involved in educational technology since taking his first computer course at the University of South Alabama in Mobile\, AL during spring 1983 (EDM 510: Micro-computing Systems in Education). You can follow Dr. Tatom on Twitter  @drmmtatom \n \nJoin the Tech4TeacherEd community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/tech4teachered20190423/
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SUMMARY:Engaging Children with Music and Movement
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Stephen Fite\, President and Artist\, Melody House Inc. \nSponsored by Frog Street Press \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nEvery child is born with an instinctive sense of rhythm\, an ear for melody and a love of music. Because of this\, rhythm and song are integral to the development and growth of children and nowhere is the exposure to this medium more crucial than the classroom. Whether it’s a recorded version of an upbeat dance song or a simple piggyback song sung acapella by the teacher\, music engages children socially\, emotionally\, cognitively and physically. Using music in an early childhood setting is a must and requires no formal music training but rather a desire to make learning exciting. \nIn this edWebinar\, Stephen Fite explores: \n\nHow to start your day off on the right note (pun intended)\nUser-friendly rhythm instrument activities for everyone\nThe natural connection between music and literacy\nHow piggyback songs can be used for nearly any classroom need\n\nThis recorded presentation will be of interest to preK educators. \nAbout the Presenter \nStephen Fite is an award-winning musician/writer for children\, whose albums have received 18 nationally recognized honors. Suitable for the classroom\, car or living room\, his upbeat brand of children’s music has been delighting students\, teachers and parents around the nation for more than three decades. He realized his love for music at a very young age while listening to Beatles LP’s at his aunt’s house shortly after the British Band Invasion of the 60’s. As a result\, he shares that same passion for song with teachers and children through his writing\, recording and performance. Since the mid 80s\, Stephen has performed concerts for over 800\,000 children\, as well as keynotes and workshops for educators throughout the United States. \n \nJOIN THE LIVE SESSION\nJoin the Early Childhood Learning Solutions community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n Frog Street is dedicated to continually improving programs and products based on current research and input from early childhood classroom educators and caregivers.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/earlychildhood20190423/
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SUMMARY:Advances in PBIS: Contributions for Creating Equitable Systems
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Char Ryan\, Ph.D.\, PBIS Consultant and Trainer \nSponsored by Free Spirit Publishing \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nSchoolwide PBIS (positive behavior interventions and supports) has been around for more than 20 years\, and it’s never been more relevant or impactful than it is in today’s schools. In this edWebinar\, Char Ryan\, Ph.D.\, a former statewide trainer\, briefly describes the PBIS system and define the benefits of using systemic data in sustaining PBIS and the promising practices it offers toward effective and equitable discipline systems. \nThis presentation describes the current recommended practice for data usage in PBIS and highlight the newer data tools. Char also explains systemwide policies and practices that enhance the ability of a school or district to implement equitable instruction and discipline. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to administrators\, school psychologists\, school social workers and counselors\, behavior specialists\, and classroom and special education teachers of grades K–12 to learn practical approaches to use in their schools and districts.  \nAbout the Presenter \nChar Ryan\, Ph.D. is a PBIS coach and evaluation specialist. She has been a Minnesota state SWIS and PBIS trainer working with school teams\, and was the Minnesota state PBIS coordinator and PBIS coach for a regional PBIS project. She was also an assistant professor at St. Cloud State University and an adjunct professor in teacher training at the University of St. Thomas. Char works and lives in Minneapolis\, Minnesota. \n \nJoin the Social-Emotional Learning\, Positive Behavior\, and Student Achievement community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nFree Spirit is the leading publisher of learning tools that support young people’s social-emotional health and educational needs. We help children and teens think for themselves\, overcome challenges\, and make a difference in the world.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/studentachievement20190423/
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SUMMARY:Part 1: Involve Parents for Greater English Learner Success
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Rick Castaneda\, Language Training Specialist\, Rosetta Stone; and Melanie Rogers\, Language Training Team Lead\, Rosetta Stone\nSponsored by Rosetta Stone \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nTeachers\, administrators\, parents\, and the community can combine their efforts to ensure students succeed. \nThis edWebinar discusses the importance of family and community involvement—particularly on behalf of English learners. As emerging bilinguals\, students’ classroom progress\, community integration\, post-secondary education options\, and job prospects greatly hinge on their language skills. For parents\, developing their own English language skills enables them to have a visible\, active presence in their children’s school life. \nIn this edWebinar\, Rick Castaneda\, Language Training Specialist at Rosetta Stone\, shares best practices learned from his personal experiences as an educator and working with families. Melanie Rogers\, Language Training Team Lead at Rosetta Stone\, helps guide the conversation and provide best practices for you to engage families in your community. Rick and Melanie discuss how districts have created successful family engagement programs. \nThis recorded presentation will be of interest to preK-12 teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders.  \nIn Part 2: Involve Parents for Greater English Learner Success\, Rick and Melanie discuss six categories of parental involvement and how educators can incorporate those categories into an effective action plan.   \nAbout the Presenters\nRick Castaneda is a training specialist at Rosetta Stone. He works with school districts all over the country to lead trainings for successful language program implementations. Rick brings experience as a former educator\, an after-school program director\, an interpreter/translator\, and a family engagement expert in the public school system in Virginia for 20 years. \n \nMelanie Rogers is the training team lead for Rosetta Stone. She energetically and passionately helps teachers across the country implement language learning solutions into their classrooms. \n  \n  \n \nJoin the Using Technology for Language Instruction community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view past edWebinars to earn CE certificates. \n\n Rosetta Stone Inc. provides cutting-edge interactive technology that is changing the way the world learns languages. The company’s proprietary learning techniques—acclaimed for their power to unlock the natural language-learning ability in everyone—are used by schools\, businesses\, government organizations and millions of individuals around the world. Rosetta Stone offers courses in 30 languages\, from the most commonly spoken (like English\, Spanish and Mandarin) to the less prominent (including Swahili\, Swedish and Tagalog). The company’s core belief is that learning to speak a language should be a natural and instinctive process\, and that interactive technology can activate the language immersion method powerfully for learners of any age.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/language20190417/
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