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SUMMARY:A Revolution in PK-2 Literacy: Invest in Prevention and Do Less Intervention
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Floyd Jolley\, Director of Curriculum\, Peach County Schools (GA); Luis Quan\, Principal\, P.S. 126X Dr. Marjorie H. Dunbar Elementary School (NY); and Libba Reed\, Regional Literacy Coach\, University Charter School (AL)\nModerated by Jeanette Russell\, VP of Customer Success\, Capit Learning \nSponsored by Capit Learning \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nFor years\, schools have predominantly focused on a core ELA curriculum complemented by an intervention program. However\, mounting evidence suggests this approach has been less effective than anticipated. Many schools are shifting their focus and implementing a dedicated core phonics curriculum that seamlessly complements their existing ELA framework. \nTransitioning to a preventive model can pave the way for a more robust\, comprehensive literacy foundation. Ensuring students receive essential phonics instruction early on significantly reduces the need for later interventions\, translating into better student outcomes and more efficient resource allocation. Join us for this eye-opening edLeader Panel as we: \n\nExamine the inefficiencies and pitfalls of the traditional core ELA + intervention strategy\nShowcase empirical data that underlines the transformative potential of integrating a core phonics curriculum\nIllustrate real-world success stories where schools have reduced the need for intervention through proactive phonics-based approaches\n\nViewers: \n\nUnderstand the long-term benefits and cost efficiencies of prioritizing prevention over intervention\nGain insight into the design and structure of an effective core phonics curriculum\nReceive actionable strategies to integrate phonics instruction within the existing ELA framework\n\nA special literacy grant offer will be given to viewers. The grant gives educators access to the CAPIT Reading Curriculum and Teacher Professional Development to help ensure their first-grade students gain a solid foundation in literacy. \nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to PreK-2 teachers\, curriculum directors\, ELA coordinators\, and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nFloyd Jolley serves as the director of curriculum at Peach County Schools in Georgia. An experienced executive director with a demonstrated history in working at the primary/secondary levels\, he is skilled in curriculum development\, professional learning\, lesson planning\, training\, educational technology\, and adult education. Floyd holds an Educational Specialists Degree from Georgia College and State University. \n \nAs an Elementary School Principal at Public School 126X\, Luis Quan leads for equity and systemic change. Luis is also an adjunct professor for bilingual education at Hunter\, the City College of New York City\, and Bank Street College of Education. After graduating from Yale University\, Luis started his career in the New York City Department of Education as a bilingual teacher with Teach for America. As a graduate of the Bank Street College Bilingual/ENL Teacher Leader Academy (BETLA)\, he coached teachers and led ELL professional development at his elementary school in The Bronx. After graduating from the Summer Principals’ Academy (SPA) at Teachers College\, Columbia University\, Luis became Director of English Language Learners and Family Engagement for a majority of schools in District 6 and 11. In this capacity\, he provided daily coaching and supervisory support at a macro-level to a cadre of ELL liaisons and parent coordinators\, building capacity to support a network of 35 schools\, impacting over 1\,000 multilingual learners. In 2015\, Luis joined the Bronx Field Support Center (BFSC) as an ELL Services Administrator for District 9. During his time at the BFSC from 2015-17\, he was responsible for addressing the instructional needs of the District 9 bilingual/ESL teachers as well as district- and school-level goals\, assessments and professional development plans. As an Assistant Principal at Public School 73 in The Bronx\, he helped strengthen the dual language program and improve literacy outcomes. In the many roles that he has served\, Luis has always been committed to educational excellence and advocacy for multilingual learners.\n \n \nLibba Reed serves many rural students through University Charter School in Livingston\, Alabama. In the past 15 years of her educational career\, she has served in many different roles. From classroom teacher to interventionist\, EL/RTI coordinator to (currently) local reading specialist\, the job titles may shift but her focus remains strong: paving the way for all rural students to have equitable yet exceptional educational opportunities. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nJeanette Russell has a 30-year career in education. Starting in the classroom\, she taught students in grades one\, two\, and four. Jeanette then focused her work on coaching and professional development to ensure that educators utilize education resources with fidelity leading to academic achievement for all students. Jeanette works with schools and districts across the country to implement customized implementation plans to ensure all students receive the foundational literacy skills they need to be successful in school and beyond. Jeanette lives in Florida with her family and their dog\, Bella. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Teaching Reading and Writing community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nCapit Learning was founded in 2011 with a singular mission – to ensure all kids learn to read by improving and simplifying reading instruction. At Capit Learning\, we are deeply passionate about changing the course of students’ lives by providing them with the ability to read and understand the written word. Capit Learning partners with schools and districts to transform PK-2 literacy by providing a science-based\, research-proven phonics curriculum. CAPIT’s unique and effective methodology is easy to implement and ensures all students achieve reading proficiency in Tier 1. With CAPIT\, You Invest in Prevention\, and Do Less Intervention!™
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/teach2read20231102/
CATEGORIES:Early Childhood Learning,Early Literacy,English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,PreK-K Programs
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SUMMARY:Breaking Beats and Myths: Exploring Hip-Hop Pedagogy to Confront Misinformation
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Chris Payne\, Senior Audio Production Manager\, Nearpod and Flocabulary; Ime Ekpo\, Cultural Journalist; and Brittney Smith\, Senior Manager of Education Partnerships\, The News Literacy Project \nSponsored by News Literacy Project \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nHip-hop has grown into a global phenomenon with a diverse community of artists\, scholars\, and enthusiasts. Though it has evolved across decades\, it has maintained roots in self-expression\, creativity\, and social justice. Moreover\, hip-hop is integral to youth culture—so it can serve as a powerful teaching tool for students. Join us to explore how the five pillars of hip-hop (MCing\, DJing\, Breakdance\, Graffiti\, and Knowledge) can be leveraged as a pedagogical strategy to inspire students to think deeply about misinformation and how it impacts their lives. \nReserve your spot today for this edWebinar featuring education and journalism experts\, including Chris Payne from Flocabulary and journalist Ime Ekpo\, who discusses the impact of misinformation on hip-hop journalism and share tips for teaching students to avoid the pitfalls of misinformation. \nIn addition\, you also hear about free News Literacy Project resources\, including customizable interdisciplinary classroom lessons\, that are available to support you and your students as you explore this rich subject. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nChris Payne is a passionate audio engineer\, producer\, and highly organized project manager. He currently serves as the head of audio at edtech companies Flocabulary and Nearpod and creates and composes his own personal music in his spare time. He is a proactive team player who thrives working across multiple projects under tight timelines. Chris is a fervid creative who is inspired by how the arts and storytelling can improve communities. \n \nIme Ekpo is a journalist specializing in hip-hop culture\, African diaspora history\, and Black enterprise. In 2014\, Ime started a niche-based Tumblr blog\, Old School Hip-Hop Lust\, which became one of the platform’s highest-ranked classic hip-hop blogs. Ime has written for Street Khemistry\, The Source\, BellaNaija\, and NBCU Academy. She is also the founder of the online publication Rich Black Earth\, where she highlights victories throughout the African diaspora. \n \nBrittney Smith is a Senior Manager of Education Partnerships (East) at The News Literacy Project. Brittney joined NLP in July 2022 after eight years of teaching life science in Cincinnati\, Ohio. She was a high school teacher to diverse populations of students\, including English Language Learners. In her tenure as science department chair\, she focused on building partnerships with community stakeholders to enrich and improve students’ educational experiences. She holds a bachelor’s degree in biological science from the University of Cincinnati and a master’s degree in teaching science to adolescents and young adults from Mount St. Joseph University. She is currently pursuing her doctorate in educational practice and innovation with a STEM focus at the University of South Carolina. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the News Literacy community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nThe News Literacy Project\, a nonpartisan\, national education nonprofit\, provides programs and resources for educators and the public to teach\, learn and share the abilities needed to be smart\, active consumers of news and information and equal and engaged participants in a democracy.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/newsliteracy20231102/
CATEGORIES:Arts in Education,Culturally Responsive Teaching,Media Literacy,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy
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SUMMARY:Using Socratic Circles to Engage Racial Equity Discourse in the Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Schyvonne Ross\, Assistant Principal\, Reynoldsburg High School\, Reynoldsburg City Schools (OH); Lisa Floyd-Jefferson\, Deeper Learning Specialist\, Reynoldsburg City Schools (OH); Alexandra Merritt Johnson\, Ph.D.\, Senior Inclusive Innovation Researcher\, Digital Promise; and Kristian Lenderman\, Ed.D.\, Senior Program Manager\, Digital Promise \nSponsored by Digital Promise Center for Inclusive Innovation \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nThis interactive edWebinar is designed to empower educators and school administrators with the tools and knowledge they need to foster open\, inclusive\, and meaningful conversations about issues of race and social justice within their classrooms. This session combines theory with practical implementation strategies\, enabling attendees to begin to plan and facilitate thought-provoking discussions on racial equity and social justice both in and outside the classroom. \nViewers gain a deep understanding of the Socratic Circle strategy and how to integrate Socratic Circles into the curriculum. Additionally\, viewers hear how the Reynoldsburg City Schools team created a safe and inclusive space and built student leadership skills through their implementation process. Viewers are equipped with the knowledge\, skills\, and confidence to implement Socratic Circles effectively and inspire their students to lead discussions on race and social justice\, fostering a culture of empathy\, understanding\, and positive change in their communities. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school counselors and social workers\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n\n \nAbout the Presenters \nSchyvonne Ross has been an educator for the past 18 years. She currently serves as Assistant Principal of Reynoldsburg High School and Chairperson of the Reynoldsburg City Schools Board’s Citizens Advisory Committee on Equity and Inclusion. She has also served as a principal and as a director of teaching and learning. As a classroom teacher\, Schyvonne innovatively developed and taught the curriculum for Reynoldsburg City Schools’ African American literature course. She continues to serve as a mentor for new African American literature teachers. The National Education Association featured Schyvonne and her students in a documentary on race and racism in school. Her passion for diversity\, equity\, and inclusion is unparalleled and has driven her to be a successful change agent within her school\, her district\, and her community. Passion\, vision\, and leadership are but a few of the exemplary qualities that she brings to the table to improve education for all students.  \n \nLisa Floyd-Jefferson is currently a Deeper Learning Specialist responsible for instructional coaching\, curriculum development\, professional development\, promoting equitable instruction practices\, and developing equitable learning environments. Her 31 years of experience spans from Montessori preschool to AP Calculus. Lisa has served as a paraprofessional\, classroom teacher\, building-level administrator\, and central office administrator. After achieving National Board Certification in adolescent-to-young-adult math\, she spent ten years continuing to learn\, grow\, and share her expertise. Throughout her career\, she has had the opportunity to collaborate with accomplished educators from all over the world. She is a contributing member of the Ohio Department of Education’s 2018 Model Math Curriculum\, a founding teacher of the Metro Early College STEM School on the Ohio State University Campus\, and has had her work showcased in ATLAS (Accomplished Teaching\, Learning\, and Schools)\, the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards video library of National Board Certified Teachers at work. \n \nDr. Alexandra Merritt Johnson is a Senior Inclusive Innovation Researcher at Digital Promise with over ten years of experience leading research and evaluation projects that center equity. Her educational background is in developmental psychology with a focus on positive development of youth from historically and systematically excluded communities. Her recent work has spanned topics such as equity in education R&D processes\, critical consciousness development\, racial identity development across various contexts\, and culturally responsive teaching. Her methodological training and expertise centers on transformational research practices that are mutually beneficial\, participatory\, culturally responsive\, and contextualized to meet the needs of stakeholders. Currently\, Dr. Merritt Johnson co-leads the research of an Inclusive Innovation project aimed at increasing teachers’ capacity to lead racial discourse in the classroom in partnership with a district-community team of district leaders\, teachers\, students\, parents\, and other community members using a culturally responsive\, community-based participatory research approach. \n \nKristian Lenderman\, Ed.D. is currently a Project Director at Digital Promise’s Center for Inclusive Innovation overseeing a variety of equity-centered\, education R&D projects. She has dedicated her career to working on educational equity and her research focuses broadly on school climate and teacher training. Dr. Lenderman has over ten years of experience in education at the classroom\, district\, and state levels. As a teacher\, coach\, and facilitator\, she focuses on reaching equitable outcomes by building a positive and inclusive culture. She received her Ed.D. from the University of Houston in 2020. \n\n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\n\nJoin the Inclusive Innovation to Transform Education community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nDigital Promise’s Center for Inclusive Innovation reimagines education research and development (R&D) by resourcing the creative ingenuity of communities working in partnership with school districts to create equitable powerful learning opportunities for students furthest from opportunity. The foundation for Inclusive Innovation is anchored in a set of core tenets that embody an equity-centered approach to research and development. The tenets define how we deliberately support teams in co-constructing an inclusive R&D culture that enables equitable leadership and contribution.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/inclusiveinnovation20231102/
CATEGORIES:Culturally Responsive Teaching,Equity,School Culture/Climate,Student Agency and Voice
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SUMMARY:High-Impact Tutoring Unlocks Student Growth: Results from 283 Districts with 98\,000 Students
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Erin Devers\, Founder\, JoinIn Ventures; and Daniel Hebert\, Vice President\, Product and Impact\, FEV Tutor \nSponsored by FEV Tutor \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nAs the nation’s educators face deepening inequity across America’s education system\, high-impact tutoring has emerged as a promising avenue for change. To boost achievement and close the gap for underserved students\, more and more school districts are investing in this highly effective model of tutoring. \nDuring this edLeader Panel\, leading researcher Dr. Erin Devers\, Founder of JoinIn Ventures\, and Daniel Hebert\, Vice President of Product and Impact for FEV Tutor\, explore: \n\nThe causes of educational inequality in America\nHow high-impact tutoring rapidly accelerates learning\nHow to create a more effective tutoring program\n\nInsights discussed are grounded in an extensive analysis of data gathered from 98\,000 students who participated in FEV Tutor’s programs across 283 school districts during AY 2022-23. View this session to deepen your grasp of the data behind high-impact tutoring and ways to implement it most effectively. \nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Erin Devers received a Ph.D. in psychology from Indiana University and is a Professor at Indiana Wesleyan University. As a social psychologist and educator\, her work has centered on creative uses of technology to nudge students\, fellow educators\, and parents toward good decision-making practices as well as the impact of virtual tutoring on K-12 student achievement. \n \nDaniel Hebert\, currently the VP of Product and Impact at FEV Tutor\, is a mission-driven executive committed to improving the lives of students through technology\, innovation\, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. His experiences teaching and coaching in critical-needs school districts inform and inspire his work as a leader and partner to K12 school districts. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Accelerate Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nFEV Tutor is the leader in 1:1 high-impact tutoring for K-12 schools\, districts\, charter schools\, and education organizations nationally. Since 2010\, our targeted tutoring intervention has focused on driving usage with priority student cohorts in order to accelerate learning outcomes and growth for the hardest to reach\, low-performing students. Grounded in research on effective tutoring principles and instruction\, FEV Tutor is ESSA-approved and Digital Promise-certified. For more information on FEV Tutor\, visit www.fevtutor.com
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/accelerate20231106/
CATEGORIES:Leadership/Administration,Learning Loss/Acceleration,Online Learning,Student Achievement,Tutoring
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SUMMARY:Differentiated SEL: Equity and Access for Students with Learning Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Resha Conroy\, Founder and Executive Director\, Dyslexia Alliance for Black Children; Ileana Driggs\, LMHC\, Lower School Counselor\, The Gateway School (NY); and Peggy Stern\, CEO\, SuperDville\, Inc.\nModerated by Joyce Whitby\, CEO and Co-Founder\, Innovations4Education \nSponsored by SuperDville\, Inc. \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThe intersectionality of race\, socioeconomics\, and learning disabilities presents unique challenges for today’s educators. In this edWebinar\, we explore the essential connection between fostering social and emotional skills and embracing neurodiversity. With a specific focus on students with learning differences like dyslexia\, ADD\, dysgraphia\, and dyscalculia\, we discuss why it’s pivotal to reimagine SEL approaches to cater to their individual strengths and challenges. \nLed by experts in the fields of education and psychology\, this session uncovers the latest insights shedding light on the importance of adapting SEL strategies to support diverse learners effectively. From theory to practice\, you gain actionable insights on creating an inclusive classroom environment that promotes emotional well-being\, self-awareness\, and positive relationships for all students. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to elementary and middle school teachers\, school and district leaders\, school counselors\, social workers\, and psychologists\, and those involved with special education\, SEL\, and DEI. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nResha Conroy is the Founder and Executive Director of the Dyslexia Alliance for Black Children\, a non-profit organization working to eliminate the amplified inequities for Black children experiencing unaddressed dyslexia and related learning disabilities. A mother of two children with learning disabilities\, including a son with dyslexia\, Resha is motivated by her family’s journey to pursue her lifelong passion for education reform. She has over a decade of experience in education and non-profit management\, serving on school leadership teams and as a consultant for charter schools in Washington\, DC\, and NYC. Resha has shifted her career to a clinical and direct service role; she is currently a speech-language pathologist and an executive functioning coach with a strong interest in language\, literacy\, and culture. She has a BA in economics from Smith College\, an MPA in nonprofit management\, and an MS in communicative sciences and disorders from New York University. \n \nIleana Driggs is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Fordham University and her Master of Arts degree from Yeshiva University. Ileana has worked in various school settings such as The Quad Preparatory School and Success Academy. She is currently the Lower School Counselor at The Gateway School\, an independent special education school serving students with language-based learning differences. Working with children has always been a true passion of Ileana’s and she firmly believes that kids do well if they can and when they are given the proper emotional support to succeed. She believes that a student’s identity plays a significant role in their understanding of the curriculum and allows them to become self-advocates for themselves and their needs. \n \nPeggy Stern is an Academy Award-winning film Producer/Director with more than 30 years of experience. Her dyslexia led her to filmmaking and animation at a young age\, and in March 2006 Peggy won the Oscar for Best Animated Short. She has produced for PBS\, HBO\, Teachers College at Columbia University\, The National PTA\, and National YWCA among others. She received her BA from Harvard University and her senior thesis film\, Stephanie\, was turned into a PBS documentary special and broadcast nationally. Since the launch of SuperDville\, Peggy has spoken at a number of webinars and podcasts\, including the Dyslexia Narrative Conference\, the Dyslexia Training Institute Virtual Conference\, Learning Ally’s Spotlight on Early Literacy Virtual Conference\, Embracing the Whole Child with Punkinfutz\, and the Virtual Summer Dyslexia Institute Conference. SuperDville is a family affair\, as her dyslexic daughter\, Emma\, has been a key advisor! \n \nAbout the Moderator \nJoyce Whitby is a lifelong EdTechKnowLedgist who started off as a special ed educator in NYC\, and then taught graduate-level EdTech courses at Long Island University. Since then\, Joyce has been in the business of educational technology and has held key leadership roles in sales leadership\, professional development\, and marketing with organizations like Apple Computer\, Scientific Learning\, and SchoolMessenger. She has been a longtime member and past co-chair of the SIIA EDU Board\, and still coordinates their Innovation Showcase which is part of the CODiEs. She also has extensive experience working with startup EdTech ventures. In 2017\, Joyce and her husband (aka @tomwhitby\, co-founder of #edchat) launched their consulting business working with emerging and growing EdTech companies\, seeking growth in revenue and market share. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Social-Emotional Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nSuperDville is a fun peer-to-peer\, video-based social-emotional learning (SEL) tool with corresponding curricula and hands-on activities for kids 7-13 years-old who learn differently (dyslexia\, dyscalculia\, dysgraphia\, and ADHD). Teachers watch a 5-minute episode starring “real” kids who themselves are different learners. The episodes focus on SEL themes like self-advocacy\, confidence\, and resilience while promoting a peer-to-peer model.
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CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Differentiated Instruction,Equity,Social-Emotional Learning,Special Education
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SUMMARY:Defining Math Fluency: What Fluency Really Means and Why It Matters
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Bethany Lockhart Johnson\, Elementary Educator and Co-host of Math Teacher Lounge \nSponsored by Amplify \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nIn this edWebinar\, you hear from Bethany Lockhart Johnson\, an elementary school educator and author\, as well as the co-host of the Math Teacher Lounge podcast. In addition to her many roles in education\, Bethany is a Student Achievement Partners California Core Advocate and is active in national and local mathematics organizations. \nThroughout this session Bethany explores the concept and value of fluency in the context of grade-level mathematics standards\, and how these standards were developed to build student success. She contrasts fluency in reading (prosody\, rate of reading\, accuracy) with fluency in math\, “the flow” it enables\, and its impact on working memory. You learn the consequences of teaching fluency improperly—or not at all—and how it looks and sounds at different grades. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to elementary school teachers as well as middle school teachers and building-level leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nBethany Lockhart Johnson is an elementary school educator\, curriculum design consultant\, and author\, as well as the co-host of the Math Teacher Lounge podcast. Bethany is committed to helping students find joy in discovering their identities as mathematicians. In addition to her role as a full-time classroom teacher\, Bethany is a Student Achievement Partners California Core Advocate and is active in national and local mathematics organizations. Bethany is a member of the Illustrative Mathematics Elementary Curriculum Steering Committee and serves as a consultant\, creating materials to support families. \n  \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Understanding in Mathematics community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nAmplify is dedicated to collaborating with educators to create learning experiences that are rigorous and riveting for all students. Our math resources are designed to tap into students’ natural curiosity from the start of every lesson. When students are presented with age-appropriate\, interactive\, social learning experiences\, spaces open up for creative thinking in which they can fully engage with interesting and important math ideas.
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SUMMARY:Putting Your Literacy Data to Work\, from Classroom to Central Office
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Leslie Zoroya\, Project Director\, Los Angeles County Office of Education; Andrea Williams\, Instructional Coach (Early Literacy and Reading Intervention)\, Lancaster School District (CA); Lorraine Zapata\, Principal\, Joshua Elementary School (CA); and Dr. Cheryl Lundy Swift\, Director\, Professional Learning\, Learning Without Tears \nSponsored by Learning Without Tears \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nIn this edLeader Panel featuring the insights of education leaders from Los Angeles County Office of Education\, you gain strategies to turn student data into swift action so plans for systematic academic growth adjust\, not derail. \nThere’s no wrong time to start developing a plan of action for key insights and information about your school year. Teachers know their students and their families\, and every stakeholder has assessment data. But only the smartest leaders know how to see the trends and make moves that improve literacy systemwide. From replicating the practices of highly effective teachers to pivoting professional development plans to meet the emerging needs\, you leave this session knowing what to change\, what to focus on\, and what questions to keep asking in your quest for year-end success. You learn how to: \n\nUncover the trends and misconceptions for ALL students to ensure equitable outcomes\nAlign goals\, priorities\, and actions that go beyond the current state and lead to sustainable success\nImplement strategies to build solid systemwide data discipline and data culture\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-5 school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nLeslie Zoroya is a Project Director III for Reading/Language Arts in the Division of Curriculum and Instructional Services for the Los Angeles County Office of Education. She provides literacy professional development and technical assistance to the 81 school districts in LA County\, in both online and in-person formats. \n \nAndrea Williams is a District Literacy Coach for Lancaster School District. With over 22 years in education\, Andrea has taught and coached in both elementary and middle school. Her passion is helping students learn to read and coaching teachers who do this rewarding and challenging work. She provides professional development to the district and supports early literacy grants\, reading curriculum and intervention implementation. \n \nLorraine Zapata is the principal of Joshua Elementary School in Lancaster School District. She has been in the field of education for over 33 years. Thirteen and a half of those years were spent molding the lives of her young\, bilingual kinder students. She has also worked in migrant education\, adult ESL\, preschool instruction\, reading recovery\, and as a discrubiendo la lectura teacher. \n \nDr. Cheryl Lundy Swift has been a dedicated and innovative educator for over 25 years. Cheryl currently serves as Learning Without Tears’ Professional Learning Director where she leads the curation of professional learning experiences for teachers and school leaders worldwide. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Foundational Literacy Skills community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nLearning Without Tears’ mission in today’s changing learning landscape is to ensure that the path to student success remains simple and fun. We provide child-friendly\, hands-on\, innovative instruction for early learning\, handwriting\, keyboarding\, and writing strategies\, and our programs reach more than 31 million students in Pre-K through fifth grade. \n\n 
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CATEGORIES:Data and Analytics,Early Childhood Learning,Early Literacy,Equity,Leadership/Administration
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SUMMARY:Bringing AI Literacy Lessons to Life
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dustin Rimmey\, Director of Speech and Debate and Social Sciences Teacher\, Topeka High School (KS)\nModerated by Jennifer Ehehalt\, Sr. Regional Manager\, Midwest\, Common Sense Education \nSponsored by Common Sense Education \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nArtificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the world we live in. From using generative AI for schoolwork to dealing with misinformation and befriending AI chatbots\, students have a lot to consider when it comes to this ever-evolving technology. In this edWebinar\, viewers learn to think critically about how we can be responsible and ethical users of AI. \nJoin Common Sense Outreach and Ambassadors as they demonstrate a collection of quick lessons (20 minutes or less!) that provide an introduction to AI\, orient AI to our students\, and help address its social and ethical impacts. Viewers leave with practical resources for digital citizenship\, lesson plans\, and strategies to mitigate the potential harms of generative AI in school communities. Through these lessons\, students: \n\nUnderstand what AI is and how it works\nConsider some of its potential benefits and risks\nThink critically about how we can be responsible and ethical users of AI\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, librarians\, and school leaders. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDustin Rimmey has dedicated the last 16 years of his life to teaching at Topeka High School. During this time\, he has become a jack of all trades in the social sciences department\, which he formerly chaired. Currently\, Dustin guides students through the realms of AP US and Comparative Government\, Economics\, and Speech and Debate. In 2014\, Dustin earned a James Madison Foundation Fellowship\, propelling him towards earning a master’s in public history. \nAt the core of Dustin‘s educational philosophy lies the belief that play and creativity are vital in rekindling our students’ enthusiasm for learning. Beyond the classroom\, he revels in quality time with his three children\, each having names inspired by characters from the West Wing. When not consumed by teaching or parenting\, you’ll likely find him engrossed in the world of comic books\, expanding his Funko Pop collection\, or engrossed in a captivating tabletop role-playing game. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nAs Sr. Regional Manager\, Jennifer Ehehalt designs and delivers high-quality professional development opportunities for educators across the country. She spotlights thought leaders by creating and moderating conversations on timely topics relevant to digital teaching and learning. When attending Jennifer’s edWeb sessions\, participants know they’ll leave with concrete strategies from the field\, including how to build a positive school culture\, how to use straightforward templates to guide challenging conversations\, and family engagement implementation ideas. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Digital Learning & Leadership community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nCommon Sense Education develops high-quality digital citizenship programs and digital teaching resources\, providing educators and students with the digital learning tools they need to harness the power of technology for life.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/commonsense20231107/
CATEGORIES:21st Century Learning,Artificial Intelligence,Digital Citizenship,Digital Literacy
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SUMMARY:Accessible Learning Spaces: A Guide to Implementing Universal Design in Early Childhood
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Cindy Mudroch\, Educational Consultant\, Special Education Teacher\, and Author\nModerated by Jennifer Lewis\, President\, Gryphon House\, Inc. \nSponsored by Gryphon House \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nAs an educator\, you want every child to thrive\, regardless of their abilities or learning style. Whether you’re new to UDL or looking to deepen your understanding and practice\, this edWebinar empowers you to unlock the potential of every child in your early learning environment. Prepare to transform your teaching and create a more inclusive\, engaging\, and effective environment. \nFrom designing flexible learning spaces to using technology to support diverse learners\, you discover practical strategies and tips for implementing UDL in your classroom to increase student engagement and success. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK through elementary teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nCindy Mudroch\, M.Ed. is a professional educator serving as a primary resource teacher in special education\, a professional learning presenter\, and an educational consultant. She earned her elementary and special education Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. She earned her master’s in curriculum and instruction from the University of Northern Iowa. \n\n \nAbout the Moderator \nJennifer Lewis is the President at Gryphon House\, Inc.\, the leading publisher of educational resources for teachers and parents. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \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.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/bookchats20231107/
CATEGORIES:Differentiated Instruction,Early Childhood Learning,PreK-K Programs
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SUMMARY:Create a High-Impact Tutoring Masterpiece: From Broad Strokes to Fine Details
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Sammie Burman\, Director\, Learning and Development\, BookNook \nSponsored by BookNook \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nIn this edWebinar\, we tackle the art of High-Impact Tutoring (HIT). Much like how Bob Ross takes viewers step by step to create a painting masterpiece\, we guide you through crafting an impactful HIT program tailored to your district’s unique needs. Viewers learn about: \n\nThe rationale for painting your own HIT masterpiece: Understand the foundational pillars of HIT and why it’s crucial to add your district’s unique challenges\nUsing district data: Find out how district-specific data can be your palette to guide your HIT implementation\nEstablishing goals and metrics: Frame your HIT initiative with SMART goals and key performance indicators\, setting the stage for a true masterpiece\nGaining administrative support: Learn how to secure the support you need through administrative buy-in\, leveraging avenues like ESSER and state-level funding\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to elementary and middle school teachers and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nSammie Burman is a dedicated educator with an entire career devoted to the field of education. Holding a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education\, a master’s degree in education\, and a master’s +30 in educational technology\, Sammie’s academic achievements are a testament to her expertise. Throughout her diverse roles\, Sammie’s focus has consistently revolved around nurturing and empowering others. Commencing her journey as an early childhood educator in a Title One school\, her passion to effect positive change was ignited by the impactful teachers who shaped her. Over time\, this evolved into a zeal for cultivating and coaching fellow educators\, leading her to excel as an educational technology coach within her school district. \nSammie’s trajectory progressed to the realm of higher education\, where she served as an instructor\, field placement\, and educational technology coordinator in her university’s College of Education. Her dedication extended further as the current Director of Learning and Development at BookNook\, overseeing customer training and tutor professional development\, all with the aim of inspiring users to make a difference in the lives of their students. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Accelerate Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nIntroducing BookNook—the synchronous platform revolutionizing how schools approach reading intervention by combining cutting-edge instructional materials and virtual tutoring. With patented technology\, BookNook supports educators by reducing the burden of small-group reading support. Our robust algorithm chooses engaging lessons from BookNook’s learning platform\, providing a collaborative learner-leader experience for in-person and remote learning. \nAt BookNook\, we understand that learning is more than access to technology or resources; it’s about the support and guidance students receive along the way. That’s why we offer a scalable team of highly trained virtual tutors. BookNook tutors are consistent\, well-matched\, and use the same engaging\, standards-based lessons. \nAt the core of BookNook is our unwavering commitment to equity in education. We understand that inclusivity goes beyond text selection\, which is why our materials implement integrated approaches that are proven to be effective for all students\, including English language learners and those with diverse learning abilities.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/accelerate20231107/
CATEGORIES:Data and Analytics,Education Funding and Purchasing,Learning Loss/Acceleration,Tutoring
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SUMMARY:Share or Beware\, The STEM Edition: Sorting Science Fact from Fiction
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Merek Chang\, Secondary Science and Technology TOSA\, Hacienda La Puente Unified School District (CA); Rachel Roberson\, Senior Program Manager – Education Content\, KQED; and Angel Valerio\, STEM Program Manager\, KQED \nSponsored by KQED Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features.  \nHeadline-catching tech innovation and bold research findings define the STEM fields. But the speed of the news cycle can make it hard to separate new science facts from oversimplification\, sensationalization\, and straight-up misinformation. \nIn this interactive edWebinar\, learn how to identify the signs of spotty science reporting\, then practice identifying and evaluating credible sources using pro fact-checking strategies. We also play our favorite game\, Share or Beware\, a free\, virtual game from KQED. Educators leave with ideas\, teaching tips\, and ready-to-use resources for STEM classrooms and any learning environment that uses current events and informational media. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, especially those teaching science\, STEM\, or STEAM\, and librarians. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nMerek Chang is the District Secondary Science and Technology TOSA for Hacienda La Puente Unified School District and a former high school biology and chemistry teacher at William Workman High School in the City of Industry\, 10 miles east of Los Angeles. Over the past six years\, Merek has made it his mission to connect the community to the classroom through the lens of science. Merek’s students have participated in numerous projects that involved businesses\, community groups\, and local government agencies. Merek has helped Workman High School earn two California Civic Learning Awards and numerous grants from local agencies to support civic learning in the classroom. Merek is also a KQED Media Literacy Innovator and over the past two years has worked with KQED and other PBS member stations on curriculum development and implementation of youth media challenges to uplift student voices\, particularly students of color. Merek is also an item writer with Educational Testing Services and worked to develop more student-centered questions for the California Science Test. In his spare time\, Merek enjoys cooking and experimenting with fermented foods\, and the occasional round of golf. \n \nRachel Roberson is an experienced teacher leader and curriculum content developer who has served as a classroom teacher and administrator at public\, charter\, and international schools. Rachel specializes in professional learning facilitation and curriculum development\, strategy\, and implementation. At KQED\, she works to connect educators and students to KQED online education sites\, KQED Learn and KQED Teach\, by creating humanities curricula and professional learning content\, supporting product development\, championing youth-created media in and out of the classroom\, and leading projects and partnerships focused on teachers and classrooms. Rachel is a graduate of Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism and received her California teaching credential in secondary English and social studies from Mills College. \n \nAngel Valerio is KQED’s Program Manager for STEM Education Professional Learning and a Secondary Science Field Supervisor for University of San Francisco’s Urban Education and Social Justice Teacher Education Program. She leads professional development workshops for educators\, with the focus on incorporating media literacy skills in science instruction\, and is an instructor and course developer for KQED’s Media Academy for Educators. Angel has presented workshops on media production in science education at the California STEAM Symposium\, CUE\, and to various school districts in the Bay Area. She has also presented workshops about implementing interdisciplinary project-based learning and culturally relevant science pedagogy at the California Partnership Academies: Educating for Careers Conference and Free Minds\, Free People Conference. Previous to her current roles\, Angel worked with Green Dot Public Schools in South Los Angeles and in the Oakland Unified School District as a high school life science educator\, teacher leader\, and instructional coach. She is passionate about the intersection of science\, social justice\, and uplifting youth voice. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Real World Literacy community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nKQED is a nonprofit\, public media station and NPR and PBS member station based in San Francisco that offers award-winning education resources and services free to educators nationwide. KQED Teach is a collection of professional development courses that empower educators to teach media literacy\, make media for the classroom and lead media-making projects with students in K-12.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/realworldliteracy20231107/
CATEGORIES:Media Literacy,Real World Literacy,Science,STEM/STEAM
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SUMMARY:Cultural Competence: Embracing a Culture of Belonging
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Opal Davis Dawson\, Faculty\, ASCD \nSponsored by ASCD \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nDiscover the power of fostering a sense of belonging within your classroom community! This interactive edWebinar explores the profound impact of creating an inclusive environment that enhances student motivation across academic\, emotional\, and social dimensions. Humans are wired for connection and acceptance\, and when these connections are nurtured\, students are more inclined to engage actively and contribute positively to their learning communities. In this session\, viewers learn practical strategies to cultivate a culture of belonging that improves classroom dynamics and boosts student learning outcomes. \nJoin us for this engaging edWebinar and leave with actionable insights\, including brainstormed lesson plan ideas designed to strengthen the sense of belonging among your students. Take advantage of this opportunity to transform your classroom into a place where every student feels valued and motivated to thrive. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nOpal Davis Dawson is an author\, educational consultant\, coach\, and award-winning PreK–5 public Montessori school principal with nearly 30 years of experience in education. While principal\, she led her school in the implementation of the Understanding by Design® framework\, with a focus on early childhood and primary school. Also\, during her tenure\, Opal led her school’s implementation of professional learning communities (PLCs) to work collaboratively to improve teaching skills and the academic performance of students. \nOpal has taught\, led\, and consulted in Title 1 and non-Title 1 schools\, and her work spans small\, large\, urban\, rural\, and suburban districts. She supports school leaders\, district leaders\, and teachers nationally and internationally in planning and implementing improvement initiatives\, capacity building\, and supporting high academic achievement for diverse student populations and instructional best practices. Opal holds Master of Education and Bachelor of Arts degrees in elementary education from the University of Louisville. \nJoin the Creating a Positive School Climate community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edLeader Panels\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nASCD is a passionate community of life-changing educators. For 75 years we have worked side by side with educators from every level in all 50 states and more than 200 countries to help them find their people and amplify their voice to reach many.
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CATEGORIES:Growth Mindset and Culture,Social-Emotional Learning,Student Achievement
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SUMMARY:Getting Older Striving Readers Back on Track: Effective Foundational Skills Instruction for 6-12
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Linda Diamond\, Author and Education Consultant\, Reading Done Right; Vivett Dukes\, Manager of Educational Partnerships\, Collaborative Classroom; and Dr. Katy Cortelyou\, Senior Regional Director\, Collaborative Classroom \nSponsored by Collaborative Classroom \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThe ability to read and understand complex text across content areas is a major predictor of academic success in the upper grades. But for some students\, accessing information—especially through content-specific reading—can be a difficult\, even painful process. This problem can often be traced back to lingering gaps in foundational skills\, such as a lack of automaticity in decoding\, especially in polysyllabic words\, or to a lack of fluency and insufficient vocabulary knowledge. \nHow do we bridge this gap for middle and high schoolers? It is crucial to provide targeted instruction based on clearly determined needs that is respectful\, dignified\, and age appropriate for this vulnerable group. Join this edWebinar for a collaborative discussion about how we can: \n\nIdentify specific skill gaps\nHonor social and emotional needs\nProvide age-appropriate instruction that is targeted and highly interactive\nClose skill gaps while restoring confidence and accelerating reading growth\n\nWhile we know many older striving readers require vocabulary and comprehension support\, the presenters focus on and examine the research related to foundational skills instruction\, discuss efficient ways to identify specific skill gaps\, describe targeted interventions that develop automatic word recognition and fluency\, and review the essential elements of effective instruction. \nThey consider the special circumstances and instructional needs of older readers and share best practices for engagement and respectful\, age-appropriate approaches. Viewers leave with examples and solutions for ensuring equitable learning by helping students master and apply critical reading skills so they can have successful futures. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nLinda Diamond is an author and educational consultant. She has dedicated her career to teaching children to read\, particularly those with word reading difficulties like dyslexia. While she worked for many years in the classroom\, she eventually moved out of the classroom to become a principal\, the director of curriculum and instruction for a K-12 school district in California\, and a senior policy analyst with an emphasis on school-to-career\, charter schools\, and school reform. In these roles\, she realized that in order for students to become strong readers they need teachers who understand the Science of Reading\, can identify which skills students struggle with\, and can provide expert instruction to help students overcome reading difficulties. \nIn 1995\, in response to California’s crisis in reading achievement\, Linda and former California superintendent Bill Honig founded the Consortium on Reaching Excellence in Education (CORE). Today\, CORE works with PreK–12 districts and schools to support excellent instruction in both reading and math. After serving as CORE’s president for 26 years\, she stepped down from that role in 2020 but continues to serve on the advisory board. Linda is the co-author of the textbooks Teaching Reading Sourcebook\, Assessing Reading: Multiple Measures\, and Vocabulary Handbook. \n \nVivett Dukes is Manager of Educational Partnerships for Collaborative Classroom. She is a proud native New Yorker who has been educated from K-16 in public and private learning institutions across Long Island and New York City. She is a New York State certified ELA teacher (7th–12th)\, Literacy Specialist (Birth–12th)\, and Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (Birth–12th). Since 2002\, she has served in classrooms in some capacity\, with students in grades Pre-K through graduate school. Currently\, she serves as an adjunct lecturer to pre-service teachers in the English/Education Leadership Program at S.U.N.Y. at Stony Brook. She is an active member of NCTE\, as well as an executive board member of NYSEC. Literacy acquisition is her passion and it is her firm belief that reading and writing are civil and human rights that must be equitably afforded to everyone. \n \nDr. Katy Cortelyou is the Senior Regional Director for Collaborative Classroom. She has worked for over 20 years in Florida schools as a classroom teacher\, literacy coach\, reading interventionist\, and professional developer. Dr. Cortelyou earned her Ed.D. in curriculum and instruction from the University of Central Florida. Her research efforts focused on the role of teacher knowledge and the teaching of primary-level at-risk readers. She also holds National Board Certification as an Early Childhood Generalist. Dr. Cortelyou is passionate about working alongside educators to deepen professional practices that inspire student learning. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Be a Literacy Hero community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nCollaborative Classroom is a mission-driven\, nonprofit organization committed to ensuring that all students become readers\, writers\, and thinkers who learn from\, care for\, and respect one another. Collaborative Classroom’s evidence-based programs help children develop as proficient readers and writers\, appreciate the ideas and opinions of others\, learn to agree and disagree respectfully\, think critically about big ideas\, and become responsible citizens of the world. Since the organization’s founding in 1980\, our work has reached more than 8 million students and 328\,000 teachers in classrooms across the country\, developing fluent readers and skilled writers\, supporting instructional equity\, transforming discipline practices\, and bolstering student and teacher engagement.
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CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Learning Loss/Acceleration,Literacy,Reading Skills,Social-Emotional Learning
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SUMMARY:Fact Fluency Boot Camp: Multiplication and Division Strategies; Tying It All Together
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Sara Delano Moore\, Ph.D.\, Vice President\, Content and Research\, ORIGO Education \nSponsored by ORIGO Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nHow often have you thought (or said)\, “I wish I knew how to teach math facts so that my students learn them and really remember them instead of just memorizing something for a test\,” when talking about teaching math? For elementary learners\, every math teacher works to build fluency as part of instruction\, but what are the key principles to build fact fluency and how can you implement them? What’s essential in the strategies you choose and the approach you take to practice the road to fluency? \n\nIn the fourth part of this four-part edWebinar series\, Sara Delano Moore\, Ph.D. builds on the principles and strategies to help students build proficiency in their multiplication and division facts. You leave this session with practical knowledge and strategies for: \n\nUnderstanding make a rule and building up/down strategies and how to use them in your classroom\nHaving a plan to extend these strategies to further your students’ fluency and flexibility\nHaving practical knowledge for when to use the multiplication/division strategies with your students\n\nJoin Sara for part four of Fact Fluency Boot Camp so you can foster fact fluency with multiplication and division strategies. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK through elementary teachers and school and district leaders. \nPart 1: Fact Fluency Boot Camp: Fact Fluency Principles and Addition and Subtraction Strategies\nPart 2: Fact Fluency Boot Camp: Addition and Subtraction Strategies\nPart 3: Fact Fluency Boot Camp: Fact Fluency Principles and Multiplication and Division Strategies \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nSara Delano Moore\, Ph.D. helps teachers and students understand mathematics as a coherent and connected discipline. She currently serves ORIGO Education as Vice President of Research and Content and Chair of ORIGO’s Mathematics Advisory Board. 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. \nSara is an author of the Visible Learning for Mathematics series\, the Mathematize It series\, and the Mastering Math Manipulatives series of books for Corwin Mathematics. She earned her B.A. in natural sciences from The Johns Hopkins University\, her M.St. in general linguistics and comparative philology from the University of Oxford (UK)\, and her Ph.D. in educational psychology from the University of Virginia. Prior to joining ORIGO\, Sara served as faculty at the University of Kentucky\, Director of the Kentucky Center for Middle School Academic Achievement\, and Director of Mathematics and Science at hand2mind. She lives in Kent\, Ohio with her husband\, two cats\, and a large stash of yarn and fabric. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \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\nORIGO 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.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mathlearners20231108/
CATEGORIES:Mathematics
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SUMMARY:From K to Careers: How to Connect STEM Career Pathways at Every Grade
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jackie Smalls\, Vice President of Social Impact Coalitions\, Discovery Education \nSponsored by Discovery Education STEM Careers Coalition \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nDon’t miss the opportunity to explore Discovery Education’s growing library of career videos and free STEM activities with real-time instructional support from STEM education specialist Jackie Smalls. She introduces ways to pair these resources with thinking routines and problem-solving skills that highlight career connections in school. \nCareer-connected learning not only introduces complex problem-solving and creative-thinking skills but ultimately produces more well-rounded students and employees beyond K-12 classrooms. Career connections help ignite student curiosity and play an invaluable role in expanding students’ horizons and preparing them for success in the future. \nThe STEM Careers Coalition is an alliance of industries and non-profit organizations working to solve critical diversity gaps in the STEM professional workforce by providing teachers and students with equitable access to innovative\, standards-aligned content and learning experiences. The Coalition aims to reach 10 million individuals with its STEM resources and career connections by 2025. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers and school leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nJackie Smalls is an experienced educational leader specialized in STEM education. She served as one of the writers who developed the Next Generation Science Standards based on the NRC’s Framework for K–12 Science Education. Jackie spent most of her teaching career in the primary grades for the Prince George’s County Public School System (PGCPS). She also served as an elementary science curriculum writer for the PGCPS Elementary Science Office. \nJackie was a STEM Administrator as part of the District of Columbia Public Schools Catalyst Project. She facilitated professional development and guided the development of thematic units for the implementation of project-based learning as part of integrated STEM instruction. Jackie has held various leadership roles with Discovery Education including Director of Professional Learning and Education Partnerships. Prior to becoming a teacher\, she served in the United States Army as an Environmental Science Officer. Jackie received a Master of Education in curriculum and instruction from Loyola University of Maryland. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the STEM Learning: Full STEAM Ahead 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 STEM Careers Coalition bridges industry and classrooms at an unprecedented scale\, empowering students of every background to turn fundamental STEM skills into meaningful careers in a highly in-demand field. We believe that a diverse and inclusive STEM workforce is key to pioneering the next generation of innovation solutions. \nDiscovery Education has partnered with like-minded industry leaders who are passionate about elevating the STEM conversation in communities nationwide. Our unique partnerships with a diverse range of world-class brands provide the dynamic and authentic insights necessary to connect today’s students to the global careers of tomorrow.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/stem20231108/
CATEGORIES:Career Education,College and Career Readiness,CTE: Career and Tech Ed,STEM/STEAM
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SUMMARY:Key Beliefs and Nonnegotiables of Differentiated Instruction - Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Eric Carbaugh\, Ph.D.\, Faculty\, ASCD \nSponsored by ASCD \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThis interactive edWebinar explores the principles and beliefs that are foundational to a differentiated classroom\, as well as practical strategies to support the needs of diverse learners. Specifically\, by the end of this three-part series\, viewers are able to: \n\nDescribe the key elements and structures of differentiated instruction\nAnalyze the difference between what differentiation is and is not\nExplain the key beliefs and nonnegotiables that underlie the philosophy of differentiated instruction\nCultivate an invitational learning environment\nMonitor student progress using ongoing assessment\nExplore readiness-based differentiated strategies\nExplore choice-based differentiated strategies\n\nWe use specific examples from The Achievery\, a FREE digital learning platform designed to help connect students to a new world of digital learning through stories that spark curiosity and content that entertains and teaches. The platform features clips from some of the most popular\, well-loved movies\, TV shows\, and cartoons from Warner Bros. and Cartoon Network\, paired with lessons and learning activities that students can engage with wherever they are—at home\, in the community\, and in the classroom. \nThis edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers and school and district leaders. \nKey Beliefs and Nonnegotiables of Differentiated Instruction – Session 1\nKey Beliefs and Nonnegotiables of Differentiated Instruction – Session 2 \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nEric Carbaugh\, Ph.D. is a skilled educator with primary and secondary teaching experience; an award-winning\, tenured university professor; and an effective and seasoned member of ASCD’s Differentiated Instruction Cadre and Understanding by Design® (UbD®). He is currently a full-time professor at James Madison University in the Department of Middle\, Secondary\, and Math Education where he teaches a variety of education classes across all content areas. A common thread among all his work is the relationship between the learning environment\, curriculum\, instruction\, and assessment\, and how educators can leverage each of these to better meet the needs of diverse learners. Dr. Carbaugh holds a Doctor of Philosophy in educational psychology from the University of Virginia\, a master’s degree in education from the University of Mary Washington\, and a Bachelor of Arts in government and economics from the University of Virginia. \nJoin the Teaching All Students: Practical Strategies for Inclusive Classrooms community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edLeader Panels\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nASCD is a passionate community of life-changing educators. For 75 years we have worked side by side with educators from every level in all 50 states and more than 200 countries to help them find their people and amplify their voice to reach many.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/inclusiveeducation20231109/
CATEGORIES:Differentiated Instruction,Digital Learning,Leadership/Administration
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SUMMARY:One School’s Science of Reading Transformation: How We Did It (So You Can\, Too)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by John Arthur\, Sixth-Grade Teacher\, Meadowlark Elementary School (UT)\, and 2021 Utah Teacher of the Year; and Jacqlyn Spell\, Principal\, Meadowlark Elementary School (UT)\nModerated by Dr. Brandy Bugni\, State and Regional Outreach Manager\, Lexia \nSponsored by Lexia Learning \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nBetween the pandemic learning loss and shifting curricular tides away from ineffective practices like balanced literacy\, educators are hyperfocused on instruction based on the Science of Reading. However\, choosing a new instructional path and implementing a new curriculum in the classroom are very different tasks. \nView this edWebinar with 2021 Utah Teacher of the Year John Arthur and Principal of Meadowlark Elementary School Jacqlyn Spell as they share how they implemented a Science-of-Reading-based approach in their school and saw tremendous gains in their students. Viewers learn firsthand how Jacqlyn\, John\, and the full Meadowlark school increased their students’ literacy rates and get an overview for how other schools can do the same. They walk away with actionable strategies for literacy instruction and schoolwide processes to accelerate reading for all. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nJohn Arthur is the 2021 Utah Teacher of the Year and 2021 National Teacher of the Year Finalist. He is in his 10th year of teaching at Meadowlark Elementary\, a Title I school in Salt Lake City. John is a National Board Certified Teacher\, a Utah Teacher Fellow with the Hope Street Group\, and an adjunct professor in the Graduate School of Education at Westminster College. \n \nAs a first-generation graduate\, Jacqie Spell began her journey in education 17 years ago\, driven by an unwavering commitment to providing the best possible education for young minds. Over the years\, Jacqie has held various roles in the education sector\, including teacher\, educational consultant\, instructional coach\, and school administrator. Jacqie is currently serving as Principal of Meadowlark Elementary\, a Title 1\, highly impacted school in Salt Lake City\, Utah. Under Jacqie’s leadership\, in collaboration with a highly skilled literacy coach and effective teachers with an unwavering dedication to improving student outcomes\, Meadowlark Elementary recently exited Comprehensive School Improvement (CSI) or school turnaround for the first time in over a decade. As an instructional leader\, she is committed to building positive relationships and creating a safe\, inclusive school environment where all students and staff can thrive and achieve at high levels. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nDr. Brandy Bugni is the State and Regional Outreach Manager at Lexia. Dr. Bugni is an accomplished education professional with expertise in literacy leadership\, policy\, and implementation. She started her career in education as an elementary teacher\, became a state instructional coach\, and served ten years at the Michigan Department of Education leading literacy and systems initiatives. Dr. Bugni has worked at Lexia to support state leaders in thought partnership on implementing literacy guidance and policy. She holds a Doctor of Education in educational leadership and has a strong track record of success in managing literacy programs\, delivering professional learning\, and shaping educational policies. Dr. Bugni is known for her ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and influence positive outcomes in student achievement. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin The Science of Reading 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 \nLexia®\, a Cambium Learning Group company\, is the Structured Literacy expert. For nearly 40 years\, the company has focused solely on literacy\, and today provides science of reading-based solutions for both students and educators. With robust offerings for differentiated instruction\, personalized learning\, assessment\, and professional learning\, Lexia helps more learners read\, write\, and speak with confidence. For more information\, visit www.lexialearning.com. \n\n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/scienceofreading20231109/
CATEGORIES:Curriculum Development,Learning Loss/Acceleration,Literacy,Reading Skills,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Put the Science of Reading in Action: Best Practices for Reading Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Sharon Vaughn\, Professor and Executive Director\, Meadows Center for Preventing Educational Risk\, University of Texas at Austin \nEmpowering Educators in the Science of Reading edWebinar Series sponsored by Savvas Learning Company \nThe session recording is no longer available. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nWhat does the Science of Reading look like in practice? \n\nThe Science of Reading is a vast body of research into how students learn to read and which evidence-based best practices promote students’ reading development. Understanding and integrating that research into daily reading instruction can help improve student outcomes. \nJoin award-winning researcher\, professor\, and author Dr. Sharon Vaughn for an edWebinar focused on practical\, real-world strategies for incorporating the Science of Reading into today’s elementary classrooms. Viewers leave with: \n\nA practical understanding of the Science of Reading\nSpecific strategies associated with improved outcomes for students\nHelpful tips for aligning instruction with evidence-based best practices\nClassroom-ready activities to strengthen foundational reading skills\n\nViewers receive free access to the Savvas Science of Reading Digital Bookshelf\, which includes ready-to-use literacy activities for your classrooms (phonics\, fluency\, and more!)\, free eBooks featuring expert authors\, and other essential resources. \nAll educators with an interest in elementary literacy—especially K-5 classroom teachers\, reading coaches\, literacy leaders\, instructional leaders\, special educators\, and curriculum directors—are encouraged to view this edWebinar. \nJoin us for the full Empowering Educators in the Science of Reading edWebinar series: explore Unlock the Power of Writing: Developing Reading and Writing Skills with Dr. Young-Suk Kim and Advanced Reading\, Writing\, and Knowledge Development for Elementary Students with Dr. Alfred W. Tatum. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nSharon Vaughn\, Ph.D. is the Manuel J. Justiz Endowed Chair in Education and Executive Director of the Meadows Center for Preventing Educational Risk at The University of Texas at Austin. \nWith more than 30 years of experience in teacher education\, Dr. Vaughn is a prolific author and researcher who has conducted more than 60 experimental studies in school settings\, written over 200 articles in peer-reviewed journals (such as the Journal of Educational Psychology\, Elementary School Journal\, and Reading Research Quarterly)\, and published more than 50 intervention studies. \nDr. Vaughn has received numerous awards\, including the CEC research award\, the SIG American Education Research Association Distinguished Researcher Award\, and IRA and School Psychology awards for best published article. She was also the first woman to receive the Research Excellence Award at the University of Texas. She serves as an adviser to numerous state departments of education. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the ELA Today community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nAt Savvas\, we believe learning should inspire. By combining new ideas\, new ways of thinking\, and new ways of interacting\, we design next-generation K-12 learning solutions that help all students discover their greatness. Our award-winning\, standards-aligned programs — developed by leading authors and educators and used by more than 40 million students — leverage the power of adaptive learning and advanced technology to deliver immersive\, personalized and engaging content that maximizes learning\, anytime\, anywhere. \n\n \n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ela20231109/
CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Historical Empathy: Immersing Students in U.S. History with Serious Games
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jennifer Abramowski\, Senior Educator Engagement Specialist\, The WNET Group; Lily Exantus\, Program Coordinator\, Professional Learning\, District of Columbia Public Schools (DC); and Hai Lun Tan\, Research Associate\, Education Development Center \nSponsored by Mission US/The WNET Group \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nExploring the lives of people throughout American history and contextualizing their actions can help students not only understand historical figures they encounter but also expand that understanding in light of the social\, economic\, and political environments in which they lived. Historical empathy gives students the “why” as they study the growth\, challenges\, and changes that have shaped our country. Where does serious gaming enter the picture? \nIn this edWebinar from Mission US\, a free\, interactive\, immersive historical gaming series produced by The WNET Group\, educators get a front-row seat as serious games and historical empathy intersect. Join Jennifer Abramowski\, Senior Educator Engagement Specialist at The WNET Group\, Lily Exantus\, Program Coordinator for the District of Columbia Public Schools\, and other special guests to explore the award-winning Mission US collection of U.S. history interactive games\, and how these games can support students’ development of historical empathy. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, librarians\, social studies curriculum leaders\, and social studies department chairs. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nJennifer Abramowski is a Senior Educator Engagement Specialist at The WNET Group\, who is passionate about teaching and learning. She has ten years of experience working as a social studies special education teacher and holds a TESOL K-12 certification. Her teaching career also includes five years with the NYC Department of Education\, working as a peer collaborative teacher and a school-based facilitator in the Collaborative Action Research Program. She received both her BA in history and her MA in adolescent education from Adelphi University. As part of her post-graduate work\, she also earned an Advanced Certificate in TESOL PreK-12\, teaching English as a second or foreign language/ESL language instructor from Hunter College. \n \nLily Exantus\, M.Ed. is the Program Coordinator for the District of Columbia Public Schools. Her work includes the design and implementation of the district’s New Teacher Network\, a 10-month professional learning community for new teachers. She also plays a key role in her district’s delivery of professional development sessions\, collaborating with internal and external team members to ensure the successful delivery of professional learning. Lily received both her undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of North Florida. She serves as an active and valued member of the Mission US Advisory Board. \n \nHai Lun Tan is a Research Associate at the Education Development Center\, where she investigates ways to support students’ learning through formal education. She has experience conducting randomized controlled trials\, program evaluations\, and designing surveys and assessments to evaluate learning. Hai Lun works on several collaborative Institute of Education Science research projects\, examining the impact of an interactive history game for middle school students as well as conducting cost-benefit analyses. Before joining EDC\, Hai Lun taught sixth-grade English and helped launch a new after-school literacy and writing program in San Francisco for K-12 students. She holds a master’s degree in international history from Columbia University and the London School of Economics. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the K12 Social Studies and Civics community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nThe WNET Group’s award-winning Kids’ Media and Education Team produces the PBS KIDS series\, Cyberchase\, the interactive Mission US history games\, and resources for families\, educators and caregivers. A leading public media producer for more than 60 years\, The WNET Group presents and distributes content that fosters lifelong learning\, including multi-platform initiatives addressing poverty\, jobs\, economic opportunity\, social justice\, understanding and the environment.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/socialstudies20231109/
CATEGORIES:Game-Based Learning,Social Studies and Civics
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SUMMARY:Education Sales Procurement Strategies: States\, ESAs\, and Consortia
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Joyce Whitby\, CEO and Co-Founder\, Innovations4Education; and Charlene Blohm\, CEO\, C. Blohm & Associates\, Inc. (CB&A)\nModerated by Lisa Schmucki\, Founder and CEO\, edWeb.net \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThis edWebinar demystifies the myriad of procurement channels\, including Educational Service Agencies and Purchasing Consortia\, that build a strong foundation for strategic\, state-level business plans. A major element of solution selling\, building relationships with key state agencies is essential to creating a viable pipeline and accelerating market share. Viewers receive a useful “cheat sheet” that will ensure their company is prepared to meet the varied procurement requirements of any state or region\, so they’re ready to go to market quickly. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to edtech industry leaders who target the K-12 market. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nJoyce Whitby is a lifelong EdTechKnowLedgist who started off as a special ed educator in NYC\, and then taught graduate-level EdTech courses at Long Island University. Since then\, Joyce has been in the business of educational technology and has held key leadership roles in sales leadership\, professional development\, and marketing with organizations like Apple Computer\, Scientific Learning\, and SchoolMessenger. She has been a longtime member and past Co-chair of the SIIA EDU Board\, and still coordinates their Innovation Showcase which is part of the CODiES. She also has extensive experience working with startup EdTech ventures. In 2017\, Joyce and her husband (aka @tomwhitby\, co-founder of #edchat) launched their consulting business working with emerging and growing EdTech companies\, seeking growth in revenue and market share\, Innovations4Education.com. \n \nCharlene Blohm\, President and CEO of C. Blohm & Associates\, Inc. (CB&A)\, developed a passion for children and education early in her career. She’s spent nearly 30 years in the communications and marketing fields promoting education and is now one of the “go-to” people in the education\, special needs\, and workforce development industries. Charlene’s biggest strength is her understanding of the bottom-line value in developing and implementing an integrated marketing approach\, yielding the highest return for marketing and public relations investments. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nLisa Schmucki is the founder and CEO of edWeb.net\, an award-winning professional learning network that provides peer-to-peer learning for a global community of 1.4 million educators. edWeb’s framework for Best Practices for Virtual Professional Learning provides districts\, schools\, and individual educators with professional learning that impacts staff growth\, culture\, wellness\, retention\, and student outcomes. edWeb has won nine SIIA CODiE Awards for professional learning and collaboration. \nLisa has over 40 years’ experience in educational publishing\, media\, and online learning. She serves on the Board of NCTET (National Coalition for Technology in Education & Training)\, the Expert Network for ERDI (Education Research & Development Institute)\, the Project Tomorrow SpeakUp Council\, the Advisory Board for the Power Trip for Women District Leaders\, and previously on the Board of the SIIA Education Division. She is a graduate of Princeton University and has a master’s degree from the Stern School of Business at NYU. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the edFocus | Education Industry Network 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 
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CATEGORIES:Business Ed and Entrepreneurship,Education Marketing
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SUMMARY:Cooperative Body Safety Strategies that Protect Young Children: Empowering Teachers and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kimberly King\, Body Safety Educator\, Sexual Abuse Prevention Expert\, and Best-Selling Author\nModerated by Jennifer Lewis\, President\, Gryphon House\, Inc. \nSponsored by Gryphon House \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nTalking about sexual abuse prevention does not have to be scary. Many teachers\, caregivers\, and parents can get stuck in fear and confusion\, and avoid talking about body safety altogether. \nIn this edWebinar\, Kimberly King\, Body Safety Educator\, Sexual Abuse Prevention Expert\, and Best-Selling Author\, share how breaking down the topic of prevention early\, using research-based strategies\, and taking the scare out of the topic helps prepare all who care for children and protect children. Empowering teachers and parents to work together creates a ripple effect of safety as we navigate childhood\, identify risks\, and prevent problems before they happen. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to early childhood educators\, daycare workers\, teachers\, librarians\, and school leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nKimberly King\, a distinguished author\, educator\, and sought-after speaker\, brings a wealth of expertise in sexual abuse prevention and proactive parenting. With a decade of teaching kindergarten and her own parenting journey\, she was driven by a personal experience to create impactful change. Her acclaimed book\, I Said No! A Kid-to-Kid Guide to Keeping Private Parts Private\, reflects her mission to remove fear from the conversation around sexual abuse prevention. Anticipation surrounds her upcoming release\, Body Safety for Young Children: Empowering Caring Adults\, providing crucial guidance for adults. Kimberly’s profound insights have garnered recognition from esteemed sources such as Harvard Graduate School of Education\, The Journal of Sex Abuse\, The Child Mind Institute\, The National Sexual Violence Resource Center\, and numerous reputable publications. Her influence extends to podcasts\, including The Mom Room and Dr. Doni. \n\n \nAbout the Moderator \nJennifer Lewis is the President at Gryphon House\, Inc.\, the leading publisher of educational resources for teachers and parents. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \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.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/bookchats20231113/
CATEGORIES:Early Childhood Learning,Education Research/Evidence,Health and Wellness,PreK-K Programs
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SUMMARY:Career Technical Education in Music with TeachRock
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Joshua Zarbo\, Associate Director of Content\, TeachRock; Imani Wilson\, Director of Media and Culture\, TeachRock; and Gina Machado\, Associate Director of School Partnerships\, TeachRock \nSponsored by TeachRock \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThis edWebinar highlights free lessons on TeachRock.org that teachers can use to introduce students to the possibilities of a career in the music industry. The featured TeachRock lessons give insight into the role and experience of audio engineers\, music producers\, tour managers\, and working musicians. The lessons are designed to engage all learners through a multisensory approach. Students will view high-interest clips from the Emmy- and Grammy-nominated Soundbreaking series\, read curated articles\, and explore the concepts they are learning\, firsthand\, using TeachRock’s TechTool. \nThis session also features real-world experience and tips for getting started in the industry from seasoned music industry professional Joshua Zarbo. Joshua has played on numerous critically acclaimed recordings\, performed on a variety of national and international media programs\, and toured the world with Grammy- and Emmy-nominated artists. \nA career in music can seem out of reach for most students. However\, this presentation gives teachers free and immediately implementable lessons and tools to help students explore the various\, and attainable\, opportunities in this exciting industry. \nThis edWebinar was made possible by the generous support of the Les Paul Foundation. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \nView all of the recent TeachRock edWebinars. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nJoshua Zarbo is the Associate Director of Content at TeachRock where he produces a K-12 arts education curriculum that serves students\, teachers\, and communities everywhere. For Joshua\, TeachRock is a rewarding opportunity to create resources for every classroom by bringing together all things music and art with history\, language arts\, math\, science\, social studies\, and more. \nPrior to joining TeachRock\, Joshua was adjunct music faculty at colleges and universities in Austin and Nashville. He has since taught music courses at Hunter College in New York City and currently serves as adjunct music faculty at the Community College of Baltimore County. Joshua is a seasoned music industry professional playing on numerous critically acclaimed recordings\, performing on a variety of national and international media programs\, and touring the world with Grammy- and Emmy-nominated artists. \n \nImani Wilson is Director of Media and Culture at TeachRock. Prior to joining the foundation\, Imani taught music in the public schools of New York and New Orleans\, was a museum educator in London\, and led music departments in community art schools and conservatories. Imani’s writing is anthologized in collections published in the UK and the US. Her work at TeachRock lives at the intersection of her passion for teaching music with her love of research and writing as seen in her favorite resources\, the Lost Friends and Afrofuturism and Flying Africans Student Editions. A lifelong church musician\, she is a member of the Greater Allen Cathedral Mass Choir. \n \nGina Machado is the Associate Director of School Partnerships at TeachRock. Beginning her career as a classroom teacher in The Bronx\, New York\, she now designs arts-integrated education materials for TeachRock and leads professional development sessions across the United States\, working alongside teachers to implement the TeachRock curriculum. An educator at heart\, Gina’s true passion lies in creating new and innovative ways to reach students of all levels\, always aiming to foster the student-teacher relationship. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Inspire Learning & Engagement community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nLaunched by Stevie Van Zandt and the Founders Board of Bono\, Jackson Browne\, Martin Scorsese\, and Bruce Springsteen\, TeachRock.org provides free\, standards-aligned resources that use music to help K-12 students succeed in science\, math\, social studies\, language arts\, and more.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/learning20231113/
CATEGORIES:Arts in Education,Career Education,CTE: Career and Tech Ed,STEM/STEAM,TeachRock
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SUMMARY:Connecting Passion to Purpose: Building Essential Life Skills for Student Success
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jorge Valenzuela\, Performance and Education Coach\, Author\, and Speaker\, Lifelong Learning Defined \nSponsored by Solution Tree \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThis impactful edWebinar\, led by education coach Jorge Valenzuela\, empowers viewers with diverse\, high-yielding strategies to guide students in discovering and pursuing their passions and interests for academic and life success. \nIn addition to exploring methods for increasing student engagement and developing life skills throughout the curriculum\, the edWebinar goes further by uplifting tools to improve empathy towards others\, enhance decision-making abilities\, and effectively regulate difficult emotions. Moreover\, the session addresses valuable techniques for teachers to bolster their own life skills. Join us to unlock a comprehensive toolkit for fostering holistic growth in students and educators alike. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nJorge Valenzuela is a highly regarded performance and education coach\, author\, and speaker at Lifelong Learning Defined. Getting his start in education\, he has aided numerous educators in enhancing their leadership and instructional innovation abilities. He is a specialist in core instruction and is known for delivering quality professional training in team building\, project-based learning\, STEM pathways\, and SEL integration throughout the curriculum. He collaborates with superintendents and offers professional development through ASCD\, Corwin\, Instructional Innovation Partners\, and Solution Tree. He has written multiple books and hosts the Lifelong Learning Defined Podcast. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Social-Emotional Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nSince 1998\, Solution Tree has worked to empower educators. We share your vision to transform education to ensure learning for all\, and we can help you make this vision a reality. No other professional learning company provides our unique blend of research-based\, results-driven services that improve learning outcomes for students.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/sel20231113/
CATEGORIES:Growth Mindset and Culture,Mental Health and Wellness,Social-Emotional Learning,Student Achievement,Student Engagement and Motivation
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SUMMARY:Leveraging Technology to Provide Equitable Learning Opportunities for ALL
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Susan Enfield\, Superintendent\, Washoe County School District (NV); Glenn Robbins\, Superintendent\, Brigantine Public School District (NJ); and Dr. Jim Roberts\, Superintendent\, Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation (IN)\nModerated by Ann McMullan\, Project Director\, CoSN/AASA EmpowerED Superintendents Initiative\, CoSN (Consortium for School Networking) \nThis edLeader Panel series is presented by CoSN and AASA.\nSponsored by ClassLink \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. This program may qualify for CoSN CETL® Recertification. \nIn today’s world there is no question that digital technologies have opened up new learning opportunities for students and their families. In order to assure that everyone served by a school district truly has access to anywhere\, anytime learning\, school leaders are challenged to “think outside the box” to ensure districtwide equity to devices and high-speed internet both inside and outside of school. \nDuring this edLeader Panel\, three leading-edge superintendents share the approaches they lead in order to make digital equity a reality across their districts. Strategies for creating a common vision\, engaging the broader community as partners in solving digital equity challenges\, along with creative approaches for device and Wi-Fi deployments are reviewed. Approaches to teaching and learning\, digital citizenship\, and tech support is also highlighted as components for achieving digital equity. \nA number of FREE resources for school leaders to use when addressing digital equity are shared. One of the most recent tools offered for school leaders is the CoSN Digital Equity Dashboard. This free resource is an innovative and practical tool designed to help school districts and communities leverage data to close their digital equity gaps. An overview of the Digital Equity Dashboard is presented. \nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of particular value to superintendents\, K-12 school and district leaders\, and aspiring school leaders. \nView all of the recent EmpowerED Superintendent edLeader Panels. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Susan Enfield is Superintendent for the Washoe County School District in Reno\, Nevada. Serving more than 61\,000 students in 103 schools\, WCSD is the second-largest district in Nevada. Prior to WCSD\, Dr. Enfield spent a decade serving as Superintendent for Highline Public Schools outside Seattle\, Washington. Under her leadership\, Highline worked to deliver on its promise to know every student by name\, strength\, and need so they graduate prepared for the future they choose. Dr. Enfield was named the 2022 Washington State Superintendent of the Year by the Washington Association of School Administrators\, and the 2018 Superintendent of the Year by the National School Foundation Association. A graduate of the University of California\, Berkeley\, Dr. Enfield has earned master’s degrees from Stanford University and Harvard University. She also holds a doctoral degree in administration\, planning and social policy from Harvard’s Urban Superintendents Program. \n \nGlenn Robbins is the proud Superintendent of the Brigantine Public School District in Brigantine\, New Jersey. His passion is harnessing a district culture that thrives on positive psychology\, design thinking\, futurism\, innovative digital spaces\, technology integration\, esports\, cybersecurity\, social-emotional learning zen dens\, and maker cultures. In addition\, Glenn encourages all students to have a voice\, not only in building a school culture\, but also in designing student-led entrepreneur opportunities. He is the proud recipient of the National Superintendent Certification\, and serves as an AASA National Governing Board Member\, AASA Aspiring Superintendent Mentor\, and Chair of NJASA Technology Committee. He has been awarded numerous state and national recognitions including the NJ Visionary Superintendent Award\, the Tech & Learning Northeast Innovative Superintendent Award\, the National Exemplar of Education Award\, a Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools Member\, NASSP Digital Principal of the Year\, and the SETDA Student Voice Award. \n \nDr. Jim Roberts is in his eighth year as Superintendent of the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation. Dr. Roberts previously served as Superintendent of the Batesville Community School Corporation in Batesville\, IN for nine years and spent 23 years in that corporation as an administrator. Prior to becoming an administrator\, he was a mathematics and computer science teacher at Hauser Jr. Sr. High School in Hope\, IN for six years. Dr. Roberts has been a state and national presenter in the area of coordinated school health programs\, received an Indiana State Department of Health’s Wellness Champion Award in 2011\, was the Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents’ (IAPSS) District VIII Superintendent of the Year in 2014 and 2016\, earned the 2016 Governor & Cheri Daniels School Health Award\, received the 2022 Indiana CTO Council/IAPSS Candice Dodson EdTech Trailblazer Award\, and was recognized as the 2023 AASA/CoSN EmpowerED Superintendent of the Year. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nAnn McMullan is Project Director for CoSN’s EmpowerED Superintendents Initiative\, created in partnership with AASA\, The School Superintendents Association. Ann served as Executive Director for Educational Technology in Klein ISD\, near Houston\, Texas until September 2013\, when she and her family moved to Los Angeles\, California. For 16 years Ann led the district team that provided professional development on technology and 21st century instructional strategies to 4\,000 educators serving 50\,000 students. She was co-chair of the Texas Education Technology Advisory Committee which developed the Texas Long Range Plan for Technology. \nToday\, Ann works as a public speaker\, writer\, and consultant focused on leadership to meet the needs of today’s students. Ann serves on edWeb.net’s Advisory Board and ERDI’s Ed Leadership Council. She also volunteers as a leadership consultant for the Executive Service Corps of Southern California\, serving non-profit associations. Ann is co-author of Life Lessons in Leadership. \n \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Super-Connected community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nAASA is the premier association for school system leaders and serves as the national voice for public education and district leadership on Capitol Hill. \n\n CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) is the premier professional association for school system technology leaders. CoSN provides thought leadership resources\, community\, best practices and advocacy tools to help leaders succeed in the digital transformation. CoSN represents over 13 million students in school districts nationwide and continues to grow as a powerful and influential voice in K-12 education. \n\n \nClassLink is a global education provider of identity and analytics products that create more time for learning and help schools better understand digital engagement. As leading advocates for open data standards\, we offer instant access to apps and files with single sign-on\, streamline class rostering\, automate account provisioning\, and provide actionable analytics. ClassLink empowers 19 million students and staff in over 2\,500 school systems. Visit classlink.com to learn more.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/supers20231113/
CATEGORIES:Digital Citizenship,EmpowerED Superintendent Series,Equity,Leadership/Administration,Technology for Learning
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SUMMARY:Thoughtful Math Instruction: How Do You Know If Students Really Understand?
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Marian Small\, Internationally Renowned Mathematics Educator\, and Former Dean of Education at the University of New Brunswick\, Canada \nSponsored by Savvas Learning Company \nThe session recording is no longer available. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nHow can we be sure students understand the math concepts we are teaching? There is a lot more to it than just having correct answers. If a student learns how to apply rules and formulas without understanding why they apply\, the student will often struggle to understand which ones to use to solve more complex problems. In contrast\, when students truly understand\, they are better able to transfer and apply their knowledge to new scenarios. \n\nJoin Dr. Marian Small\, acclaimed mathematics educator and author\, as she explores how asking intentional questions can lead to more thoughtful teaching and deeper learning. In this edWebinar\, she shares what kinds of questions to ask to help boost students’ mathematical competence. Viewers leave with: \n\nPractical tips to deepen students’ math understanding in K-8 classrooms\nQuestioning techniques to check students’ mastery of math concepts\nStrategies for fostering student engagement in the math classroom\nIdeas for personalizing instructional models to meet your students’ unique needs and interests\n\nAll educators with an interest in mathematics—especially K-8 classroom teachers\, coaches\, instructional leaders\, and curriculum directors—are encouraged to view this edWebinar. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Marian Small is an internationally renowned mathematics educator\, professional learning consultant\, and author of numerous books and teaching resources. With over 40 years of education experience\, Dr. Small has been a professor of mathematics education and previously served as the Dean of Education at the University of New Brunswick in Canada. Dr. Small is the author of MathUP\, the number-one math program in Canada\, and Experience Math\, a new student-centered math program for the United States. She is a regular speaker on K–12 mathematics around the world. Her focus is on intentional teaching through thoughtful questioning to include and extend all students by appropriately differentiating instruction while increasing critical thinking and creativity. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Understanding in Mathematics community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nAt Savvas\, we believe learning should inspire. By combining new ideas\, new ways of thinking\, and new ways of interacting\, we design next-generation K-12 learning solutions that help all students discover their greatness. Our award-winning\, standards-aligned programs — developed by leading authors and educators and used by more than 40 million students — leverage the power of adaptive learning and advanced technology to deliver immersive\, personalized and engaging content that maximizes learning\, anytime\, anywhere. \n\n \n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/math20231114/
CATEGORIES:Differentiated Instruction,Mathematics,STEM/STEAM,Student Engagement and Motivation
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SUMMARY:Content Literacy: Teaching Comprehension Strategies Across the Curriculum
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Stephanie Harvey\, Teacher and Co-Author; and Anne Goudvis\, Teacher and Co-Author \nSponsored by Heinemann \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nContent matters. Thinking matters. We teach comprehension strategies in the literacy block and also across the curriculum in science and social studies so kids can learn\, understand\, and remember it. Above all\, comprehension is a knowledge-building activity. The more content knowledge we have\, the more likely we are to grow it. Content literacy is all about how kids acquire knowledge\, as well as how they make sense of it and use it in their daily lives. \nWhen we teach content literacy\, we build a foundation of thinking strategies. We teach kids to ask and address questions\, infer to read between the lines\, determine what’s important to remember\, and synthesize big ideas within and across texts. In this way\, students turn information into knowledge by thinking about it. During this edWebinar\, viewers: \n\nConsider research-based thinking strategies for comprehending and deepening engagement with content\nLearn how students use comprehension strategies flexibly to read\, write\, talk\, draw\, view\, and create in science and social studies\nLearn ways to engage students in rich talk and discussion about content\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to elementary and middle school teachers and school leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nSteph Harvey and Anne Goudvis are the coauthors of Strategies That Work\, Inquiry Illuminated\, The Comprehension Toolkit series\, and the Short Nonfiction for American History series. Teachers first and foremost\, they work in classrooms side by side with kids supporting teachers in progressive literacy practices. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Literacy and Critical Thinking community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nProviding educators with professional development books\, curricular resources and services. Innovative\, research-based best practices for student-centered inquiry-based classrooms. Trusted for 40 years.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/literacy20231114/
CATEGORIES:Education Research/Evidence,English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,Reading Skills,Student Engagement and Motivation
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SUMMARY:Literacy Instruction for Emerging Bilinguals: Language Development\, Language Arts\, or Both?
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Doris Chávez-Linville\, Director of Linguistic and Culturally Diverse Innovation\, Renaissance; Dr. Carol Johnson\, International Education Officer\, Renaissance; and Amy Patnoe\, Go-To-Market Readiness Lead—Literacy\, Renaissance \nSponsored by Renaissance \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nTeachers everywhere recognize the importance of both language development and language arts skills for their students. As our nation’s bilingual population grows\, how can we ensure we’re providing the right opportunities for both\, particularly within literacy instruction and as it applies to emerging bilingual/English learner (EB/EL) students? \nIn this edWebinar\, you hear from three bilingual educators who themselves have navigated the challenges of integrating language development and language arts standards and strategies into their instruction. From them\, you learn: \n\nHow to connect language development and language arts standards to leverage students’ existing linguistic practices\nHow to select authentic texts\, ensuring that meaning is always front and center\nHow to support students at different levels of language development and within different grade levels—including high school\n\nCome join the conversation on how to support students’ pathways to biliteracy and beyond! This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school and district leaders\, bilingual/ESL directors\, reading directors\, and assessment directors. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDoris Chávez-Linville\, MS Ed is the Director of Linguistic and Culturally Diverse Innovation at Renaissance. In this role\, she advocates for the best tools in the marketplace to support and uplift linguistically and culturally marginalized student populations. She is a former bilingual and migrant education teacher\, and she is currently a doctoral student at the University of Pennsylvania. \n \nDr. Carol Johnson is a bilingual educator and International Education Officer at Renaissance. She holds a Ph.D. in second language acquisition and teaching\, specializing in how people learn second languages. \n \nAmy Patnoe\, MS Ed is the Go-to-Market Readiness Lead—Literacy at Renaissance. She brings over a decade of experience in literacy and language practices after having served as a dual language teacher\, instructional coach\, and district program facilitator for dual language and English learner programs in a district office. She is also a doctoral student at Vanderbilt University. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Teaching community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nAs a global leader in assessment\, reading\, and math solutions for pre-K–12 schools and districts\, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for success.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/clrt20231115/
CATEGORIES:Bilingual and Multilingual Language Acquisition,Culturally Responsive Teaching,ELL/ESL Language Acquisition,English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy
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SUMMARY:Decreasing Absenteeism and Its Effects with Meaningful Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Brian Marques\, Sr. Director of Opportunity Youth\, Boston Public Schools (MA); Aspen Florence\, Educational Consultant\, Utah State Board of Education; Cecelia Leong\, Vice President of Programs\, Attendance Works; and Nicole DellaRocco\, Senior Account Director\, Panorama Education \nSponsored by Panorama Education \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nAbsenteeism is more than just not being present in school. That’s just the tip of the iceberg. Long-term effects include the major declines in math and reading scores we’ve been hearing about post-COVID. In fact\, the White House released figures showing the link between absenteeism and test scores is “large enough to account for 16-27 percent of the overall test score declines in math\, and 36-45 percent of the declines in reading.” \nSo how do schools turn the tide and ensure students are in school\, consistently\, where they can learn? Join us to hear how Boston Public Schools and the Utah Board of Education are leveraging MTSS to understand and address attendance barriers. Plus\, learn attendance-specific strategies from our Playbook partner\, Attendance Works. You learn how to decrease absenteeism with these strategies: \n\nMake school a place where students want to be by acting on student voice data\nUse up-to-date data to identify chronic absenteeism and intervene early\nEstablish supports\, including family connections\, to stave future absenteeism\nImplement learning recovery measures to reverse the effects of absenteeism\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nPrior to joining Boston Public Schools as the Sr. Director of Opportunity Youth\, Brian Marques served as Executive Director of Community Lifeline Center in McKinney\, TX where he guided the implementation of a new dental assistance program\, a no-cost farmers market\, and enhanced client services. While serving as Director of Network Initiatives for SER-Jobs for Progress National in Irving\, TX he helped spearhead a new dual-language early head start program\, an accredited online high school and accompanying post-secondary career certifications\, and various job training and work readiness programs. Brian received his Master of Arts in Industrial/Organizational Psychology at Fairfield University in Connecticut and his Bachelor of Science in Psychology from James Madison University in Virginia. He completed Executive Education in Leadership and Management at Southern Methodist University’s Cox School of Business. In 2015 Brian was among the inaugural class to complete the New Strategies Program for nonprofit executives at Georgetown University. \n \nAspen Florence has been in education for the past 22 years. She has worked in almost every position from a special education paraeducator to a director of student advocacy. She is passionate about the production and sustainability of quality education through building efficacy and maintaining dignity for all stakeholders. She currently works as an Attendance Specialist for the Utah State Board of Education as well as consults throughout Utah on MTSS for behavior and social-emotional learning with Solutions Through Consulting. She holds a B.A. in psychology\, a special education teaching license\, an M.Ed. in curriculum design and instruction\, an M.Ed. in organizational leadership\, and is an Ed.D. candidate for leadership and policy. She is also a mom of four kids whom she is beyond proud of. \n \nCecelia Leong is the Vice President of Programs at Attendance Works. Since joining Attendance Works in 2011\, she has helped expand the technical assistance resources available to communities across the country. In addition to providing high-quality professional development through webinars and online learning\, Cecelia works closely with the Attendance Works team to identify emerging technical assistance needs in reducing chronic absence and creating innovative tools to address those needs. Prior to joining Attendance Works\, Cecelia worked for a variety of organizations that focus on district and school reform initiatives such as Pivot Learning Partners and Berkeley Policy Associates. Cecelia has an AB from Harvard University and a master’s degree in public policy from the University of California\, Berkeley. \n \nNicole DellaRocco is a Senior Account Director at Panorama Education. She currently supports districts in Utah\, Iowa\, and Virginia. Before joining Panorama\, she worked at Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) designing and implementing statewide data systems to support and improve educator effectiveness. She holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education from Boston College and Brown University.  \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the School Health & Safety community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nPanorama Education partners with K-12 schools and districts across the country to collect and analyze data about social-emotional learning\, school climate\, family engagement\, and more. With research-backed surveys and a leading technology platform\, Panorama helps educators act on data and improve student outcomes. Panorama supports 15 million students in 21\,000 schools and 1\,500 districts across 50 states.
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CATEGORIES:Absenteeism and Attendance,Data and Analytics,Leadership/Administration,Learning Loss/Acceleration,MTSS
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SUMMARY:Leading the Charge: 7 Essentials for a Successful Writing Initiative
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kristina Smekens\, President\, Lead Consultant\, Smekens Education \nSponsored by Smekens Education Solutions \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nLike all curricula battling for instructional time\, writing often doesn’t emerge as a priority—until standardized test results reveal that there is a problem. When that happens\, it’s all hands on deck. But the momentum often stalls with the question: Where should we start? \nThe answer isn’t found in purchasing another boxed writing program or administering more writing assessments. Instead\, research clearly reveals that student writing improves with effective writing instruction. But addressing what constitutes “effective” instruction is the next challenge. \nDuring this practical and engaging edWebinar\, author and educator Kristina Smekens describes the seven factors that must be addressed when embarking on any school or district writing initiative. She provides evidence as to why these components are necessary and how they impact student writing achievement. \nThis recorded edWebinar is for any K-12 district or school administrator\, instructional coach\, or teacher leader who is seeking clarity on how to improve writing instruction and ultimately student achievement. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nKristina Smekens has built a reputation for using enthusiasm\, humor\, and common sense to equip K-12 educators with practical\, demystifying strategies for teaching reading and writing. As President and Lead Consultant for Smekens Education\, she is a leader in developing new strategies to help teachers meet the demands of today’s College- and Career-Ready Standards. She and her associates share those strategies with teachers around the globe through on-site professional development\, virtual and in-person seminars\, and an always-growing pool of print\, digital\, and video resources. Kristina has authored more than 50 books\, guides\, and classroom tools designed to help teachers implement best-practice literacy strategies. The Comprehension Playbook; Launching the Writer’s Workshop: Grades K-2; and Launching the Writer’s Workshop: Grades 3-12 are among the most popular titles. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the ELA Today community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nSmekens Education helps K-12 schools improve achievement in reading and writing by providing educators with practical and engaging professional learning. The team at Smekens specializes in inspiring teachers with simple\, best-practice literacy strategies that can be implemented right away. Schools around the globe rely on Smekens to provide powerful PD\, whether it occurs in-person\, virtually\, or on-demand. \n\n \n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ela20231115/
CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,Student Achievement
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SUMMARY:Maximizing Achievement: Ector County ISD's Data-Infused High-Impact Tutoring Blueprint
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Lilia Náñez\, Associate Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction\, Ector County Independent School District (TX); Lisa Wills\, Executive Director of STEM\, PE/Health\, and Virtual Tutoring\, Ector County Independent School District (TX); and Daniel Hebert\, Vice President\, Product and Impact\, FEV Tutor \nSponsored by FEV Tutor \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nDetermined to close achievement gaps for at-risk and underserved students\, Ector County ISD has spent the past five years implementing and refining high-impact tutoring programs. In this edLeader Panel\, Dr. Lilia Náñez\, Associate Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction\, and Lisa Wills\, Executive Director of STEM\, PE/Health\, and Virtual Tutoring\, share insights gleaned during their innovative journey\, including: \n\nHow Ector County ISD achieved 49% accelerated growth in math and 82% growth in reading through virtual tutoring\nStrategies for leveraging data to enhance tutoring impact\nPractical examples of customized tutoring interventions that lead to student achievement\nBest practices for K-12 district leaders looking to replicate similar success\n\nWatch this session to discover actionable strategies that can transform your district’s approach to tutoring and boost student success. This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Lilia Náñez serves as the Associate Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction for Ector County ISD\, where she is responsible for all things teaching and learning. Her responsibilities include supervising executive directors of core instruction\, bilingual/ESL\, CTE\, special services\, fine arts\, and state and federal programs. A dedicated educator\, Lilia was named Texas Administrator of the Year in 2005 by the Texas Classroom Teachers Association for her leadership as an elementary school principal. \n \nLisa Wills\, Executive Director of STEM\, PE/Health\, and Virtual Tutoring at Ector County ISD\, has worked in all areas of education\, from classroom teacher\, curriculum specialist\, assistant principal\, principal\, and director of literacy to executive director of curriculum and instruction. In her current role\, she works directly with the district’s online tutoring programs\, including FEV Tutor\, to accelerate learning for students. \n \nDaniel Hebert\, currently the VP of Product and Impact at FEV Tutor\, is a mission-driven executive committed to improving the lives of students through technology\, innovation\, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. His experiences teaching and coaching in critical-needs school districts inform and inspire his work as a leader and partner to K12 school districts. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Accelerate Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nFEV Tutor is the leader in 1:1 high-impact tutoring for K-12 schools\, districts\, charter schools\, and education organizations nationally. Since 2010\, our targeted tutoring intervention has focused on driving usage with priority student cohorts in order to accelerate learning outcomes and growth for the hardest to reach\, low-performing students. Grounded in research on effective tutoring principles and instruction\, FEV Tutor is ESSA-approved and Digital Promise-certified. For more information on FEV Tutor\, visit www.fevtutor.com
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/accelerate20231116/
CATEGORIES:Leadership/Administration,Learning Loss/Acceleration,Online Learning,Student Achievement,Tutoring
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