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SUMMARY:Adults Need Social-Emotional Wellness Too!
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. \nThe benefits are evident when schools establish a robust social-emotional climate among adults. However\, creating such a climate for adults cannot only be mandated by the principal or initiated by an individual teacher. Teacher leaders and administrators should collaborate to promote this cultural change while supporting staff in reflecting on their personal\, social\, and emotional competencies. \nViewers of this session enhance their knowledge\, skills\, and tools to: \n\nReflect on how they model self-awareness by setting goals\, understanding their strengths and areas for growth\, and cultivating a growth mindset\nPractice self-management strategies to identify and address emotions effectively\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, school counselors\, support staff\, and paraprofessionals. \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 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. \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:Educator Self-Care and Wellness,Social-Emotional Learning
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SUMMARY:Science of Reading Week: District Administrators: Create an Ecosystem for Science of Reading Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Ebone N. Johnson\, Supervisor\, Literacy and Library Services\, Columbus City Schools (OH); Micki Ray\, Chief Academic Officer\, Office of Teaching and Learning\, Kentucky Department of Education; and Kerri Larkin\, Senior Education Advisor\, Lexia\nModerated by Cassandra Wheeler\, Director of LETRS State Success\, Lexia \nSponsored by Lexia Learning \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. \nBetween stagnating student achievement and the imperative to support and retain effective teachers\, district leaders are more concerned than ever about identifying curricular literacy resources that are accessible\, research proven\, and impactful for all students. That’s where the Science of Reading comes in. \nConstantly seeking to balance the needs of students and educators alike\, district administrators are uniquely positioned to cultivate learning ecosystems where Science-of-Reading-based instruction can flourish. This edWebinar with education experts seeks to break down the “why” and the “how” of Science-of-Reading-based instruction for leaders at the district level. Discussion topics include: \n\nDesigning curricula aligned to Science-of-Reading-based training teachers receive\nCreating an ecosystem of educators—principals\, coaches\, interventionists—with a shared vision of literacy instruction based on the Science of Reading\nHiring teachers from prep programs committed to the Science of Reading and providing professional development opportunities grounded in evidence-based\, research-backed literacy instruction\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 district leaders\, school leaders\, education technology leaders\, teachers\, and librarians. \nThis edWebinar is part of Science of Reading Week. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nEbone Johnson is the current Supervisor of Literacy and Library Services for Columbus City Schools. In this role\, she is responsible for the district’s K–12 Library Services program for 110 schools\, along with supporting literacy curriculum and professional development for 75 K–5 schools. Under her tenure the Library Services program has been able to increase the number of diverse books available to students through the We Need Diverse Books CCS initiative. \nEbone is passionate about providing educators with engaging and high-quality professional learning experiences. She is a local\, state\, and national presenter focusing on topics such as literacy\, trauma\, and leadership. Ebone has served over 20 years in public K-12 education. She is a former elementary teacher and elementary principal. She received her undergraduate degree from Wright State University\, and her master’s in educational administration from The Ohio State University. \n \n \nMicki Ray assumed her new role as Kentucky Department of Education’s Chief Academic Officer in September 2021. In this role\, she serves as a leader for policy development (both legislative and regulatory) for improving instruction and learning in K-12 schools. Her job also entails leading the Office of Teaching and Learning (OTL) staff and providing oversight and direction for statewide initiatives in standards development and implementation\, high-quality professional learning\, high-quality instructional resources\, instructional practices related to scaling highly effective teaching\, assessment practices\, early learning\, MTSS\, grant programs\, and Title II\, Part A. \nMicki has been at KDE for six years\, previously serving as a literacy consultant for program standards and as a policy advisor for OTL prior to her work as Director of the Division of Program Standards. A second-generation educator whose mother is a retired elementary school teacher\, Micki has an additional 15 years of service in Kentucky public education working as a high school English teacher. She also was an adjunct English instructor at Hocking College in Ohio. Micki earned her master’s degree in education from the University of Kentucky and graduated summa cum laude from Georgetown College with a bachelor’s degree in English and minors in history and sociology. \n \nKerri Larkin brings more than 20 years of special education experience to her role as Senior Education Advisor for Lexia Learning. Kerri began her career teaching secondary language arts and special education at Anacostia High School in Washington\, D.C. Public Schools (DCPS). She left the classroom to become the director of her teacher preparation program\, which prepared and evaluated special education teachers in partnership with the George Washington University. Based on her leadership in teacher preparation\, Kerri was hired back into DCPS by Michelle Rhee through the Master Educator program. From there\, Kerri led special education as the Director for Academic Programs and then Senior Deputy Chief of Specialized Instruction until March 2021. Kerri leverages her experience in partnership with other district leaders to increase educational equity through meaningful inclusion\, evidence-based practice\, and sustained professional learning. She is a passionate anti-racism advocate with an emphasis on meaningful inclusion and systemic change. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nCassandra Wheeler is a proud “Poet” of the 1990 graduating class at Sidney Lanier High School of Montgomery Public Schools (MPS) in Alabama. In 1994\, following undergraduate studies at the University of Alabama at Birmingham where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in early childhood education\, Cassandra returned home to MPS and began her career as an educator at Morningview Elementary School. After earning her master’s degree and administrative certification\, Cassandra joined the Alabama Reading Initiative\, where she authored Alabama’s Reading First Initiative grant and managed Alabama’s statewide DIBELS pilot. In 2004\, after serving the children of Alabama for ten years\, Cassandra expanded her outreach to impact the life trajectories of students everywhere by joining the (then) Voyager Expanded Learning organization. Now\, at Lexia\, Cassandra serves the organization as Director of LETRS State Success. \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 
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CATEGORIES:Curriculum Development,Leadership/Administration,Literacy,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Embracing Neurodiversity: The Impact of an Educational Diagnosis on the Sense of Belonging and Learning Experience
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Lydia Pinto\, Ambassador\, Eye to Eye National; Lily Eisele\, Ambassador\, Eye to Eye National; Carlye Raabe\, Ambassador\, Eye to Eye National; and Alexandra Claeys\, Director\, Community Leadership\, Eye to Eye National \nSponsored by The Educating All Learners Alliance\, an InnovateEDU Project \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nIn this edWebinar\, a panel of Eye to Eye Young Adult Ambassadors share stories of their lived experiences of the process of educational diagnosis and how this impacted their sense of belonging and learning experiences. Eye to Eye’s mission is to improve the educational experience and outcomes of neurodiverse young people\, while engaging them and their allies in the movement for a more equitable and inclusive society. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to teachers of the middle and high school levels as well as higher education and adult learners. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nLydia Pinto learned hard work and determination growing up on a farm outside of Charlotte\, North Carolina. She first became involved with Eye to Eye as a Co-founder Chapter Leader at Cannon School. Lydia spent time as a chapter leader and mentor during her senior year. She then went on to be accepted into the STEPP Program at East Carolina University in the 2019 cohort where she represented ECU as the Miss East Carolina University Scholarship Recipient and the 2022 Homecoming Captain of the Ship. She studied recreational therapy with a minor in psychology and an entrepreneurship certificate. \nLydia is currently in graduate school at East Carolina University studying recreation sciences. She works as a Graduate Assistant Mentor for the STEPP Program\, mentoring students with learning differences while obtaining her master’s in recreation sciences with a concentration in recreational therapy. She is doing graduate work on the new accessible icon for the “handicapped symbol.” Lydia is a Young Life Leader\, an avid scuba diver\, a wicked hider in a game of sardines\, and loves to travel. Lydia is extremely excited for the opportunity to spread advocacy and be back with Eye to Eye. \n \nOriginally from Eagan\, Minnesota\, Lily Eisele is currently attending the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire\, where she first became involved in Eye to Eye as a mentor. As she took on her role as a Chapter Leader\, Lily wanted to continue her lifelong advocacy and education of the neurodiverse community by being an Eye to Eye Ambassador. Lily is currently studying kinesiology with a minor in Spanish for health professions. In her free time\, she enjoys playing hockey\, photography\, watching movies with her family\, and taking walks outside. Lily’s favorite part of being an Ambassador is being able to interact with the neurodiverse community and traveling to new places. \n \nOriginally from Denver\, Colorado\, Carlye Raabe is a sophomore at American University studying psychology and sociology with a minor in special education. They began their work with Eye to Eye as a sophomore at George Washington High School in Denver\, where they started their chapter and were a Chapter Leader. During the COVID-19 pandemic\, she had the opportunity to expand her work with Eye to Eye by speaking with a Massachusetts school district and joining Eye to Eye for Day of Action in Washington\, D.C. They are now a YAGC and Ambassador program member with Eye to Eye. Outside of their advocacy work\, Carlye’s hobbies are building LEGO and collecting odd and obscure Hot Wheels to expand her collection. Carlye hopes to one day work for Child Protective Services and then work as a 504 coordinator for high schoolers. Their favorite part of working with Eye to Eye is spreading the message of neurodiversity awareness and building lifelong friendships. \n \nOriginally from Seattle\, WA\, Alexandra Claeys served as an Eye to Eye Chapter Leader at Gonzaga University. After graduating from Gonzaga with a BS in sociology\, Alexandra joined the University of Portland’s Pacific Alliance for Catholic Education (PACE) and taught third grade in Salt Lake City for two years while working towards a Master of Arts in Teaching before joining Eye to Eye. Alexandra is a self-proclaimed foodie who loves to hike\, ski\, travel\, and spend time with her friends and family. Alexandra now works as the Director\, Community Leadership at Eye to Eye\, stewarding programs aimed at supporting neurodiverse young people who serve as leaders in their communities. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Supporting Students with Special Needs community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, and receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars. \n\n \nThe Educating All Learners Alliance (EALA) is an uncommon coalition of organizations committed to resource sharing and community-building that supports the efforts of the education community to meet the needs of students with disabilities or learning differences. The Alliance represents voices from a diverse range of communities\, including disability advocacy\, parent\, special education\, civil rights\, and K-12 nonprofit education organizations. EALA leads the development of a Resource Library\, Tech Tool Library\, events\, podcasts\, and working groups in order to bring awareness to the challenges and opportunities surrounding students with disabilities in K12 education\, and how we can best support them.
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CATEGORIES:Equity,Special Education
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SUMMARY:Unlocking the Science of Reading for High School Students
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Elena Canaras-Raoul\, 10th Grade English Teacher\, Community High School (NY); Deborah Reck\, Chief Product Officer\, Riveting Results; and Arthur Unobskey\, Ed.D.\, CEO\, Riveting Results \nSponsored by Riveting Results \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nHow can high school English teachers get all of their students–those who are three years ahead and those who are five years behind–to love to read complex literature? \nIn this workshop\, the edWebinar leaders discuss the latest Science of Reading research that argues that adolescents need a differentiated approach to basic skills development\, particularly through fluency practice\, to engage with advanced text. A veteran tenth-grade English teacher describes her approach to fluency practice and how it triggers an emotional connection to text even for her most reluctant readers. \nOnce she has described the progress students make in accessing advanced texts\, the teacher discusses how her students take the next step by debating responses to text-based questions with peers and surfacing misconceptions. \nThe team demonstrates how the Riveting Results app integrates these research-based approaches into one solution. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to high school teachers\, administrators\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nElena Canaras-Raoul has been a teacher for 20 years\, the last two as a founding teacher at Community High School in Brooklyn\, New York. She has taught reading and writing to students in grades K through six and English to ninth- and tenth-grade students. For the past two years\, she has implemented an innovative approach to fluency practice in her classroom. She gets great joy from creating classroom communities in which students fall in love with reading and become lifelong learners. Elena received her bachelor’s degree from SUNY Plattsburgh and her master’s in literacy from Bank Street Graduate School of Education. \n \nAfter 25 years as a teacher and curriculum developer\, Deborah Reck founded Riveting Results in 2016. She was acting on her belief that every child in the country deserves access to literacy instruction that enables them to read with understanding and insight and write with clarity and power. Riveting Results enables teachers to focus on the vitality of students’ ideas so that they can use that energy to drive high school and postsecondary achievement. As Chief Product Officer\, she has continued to work closely with teachers to improve Riveting Results’ ease of implementation and its effectiveness. \nFrom 2010 to 2015 Deborah led Amplify’s development of its middle school digital ELA program from concept to adoption by the state of California. Prior to her work at Amplify\, Deborah founded and expanded The Writers’ Express into a reading and writing program and professional development organization serving students and teachers throughout the country. \n \nArthur Unobskey\, Ed.D. joined Riveting Results after 30 years as an English teacher\, principal\, and school superintendent. Riveting Results puts tools directly in the hands of teachers so that they can teach all of their students how to read advanced high school texts. He is passionate about providing teachers with the support they need to seamlessly integrate foundational skills training with the study of irresistible\, sophisticated literature. Dr. Unobskey received his bachelor’s degree from Yale University and his Ed.D. from Boston College. \nJoin the Language and Literacy community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nRiveting Results has the solution high school English teachers need. It has developed\, tested\, and implemented a comprehensive English Language Arts program that enables all students to read and enjoy complex text. Easy-to-use software positions the teacher to integrate differentiated foundational skills practice into the class’s daily study of beautiful literature. Both individual and group activities serve as formative assessments to provide teachers with the data they need to intervene before students become frustrated. Riveting Results students improve their scores on national standardized assessments at three times the rate of the national average.
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CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,Reading Skills,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Science of Reading Week: Teachers: Be the Ultimate Expert in the Science of Reading
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kari Kurto\, National Science of Reading Project Director\, The Reading League; Jessica Farmer\, Literacy Advocate and Content Creator\, Farmer Loves Phonics; and Julie Harris\, Director\, Language and Literacy Curriculum\, Lexia\nModerated by Cassandra Wheeler\, Director of LETRS State Success\, Lexia \nSponsored by Lexia Learning \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. \nTeachers know that the Science of Reading applies to all students—those who read well\, those with dyslexia or other learning differences\, those from linguistically and culturally diverse backgrounds\, and more. All students benefit from systematic and explicit reading instruction that includes phonemic awareness\, fluency\, vocabulary\, and text comprehension. \nWith their unparalleled knowledge of and access to their learners\, teachers must be an integral part of the transition to structured literacy. In this edWebinar\, we bring together educators and curricular experts to break down how teachers can advocate for Science-of-Reading-based instruction and professional learning in their schools and districts. Discussion topics include: \n\nBecoming the expert and advocating for structured literacy instruction\nIdentifying areas of improvement in current literacy programs or curricula and leveling feedback up to decision makers\nIdentifying professional development and training to implement structured literacy\nInspiration to achieve a shared vision of Science-of-Reading-based instruction in your classroom and beyond\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \nThis edWebinar is part of Science of Reading Week. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nKari Kurto is the National Science of Reading Project Director at The Reading League. She supports work related to the upcoming TRL Compass as well as work supporting English learners and emergent bilinguals; diversity\, equity\, inclusion\, and belonging (DEIB); and the Curriculum Evaluation Guidelines; and runs communities of practice for state education agencies and faculty from educator preparation programs seeking to implement evidence-aligned practices. Kari is a member of The Path Forward advisory group and has presented for professional organizations and several state departments of education. She formerly worked as a Literacy Specialist at the Rhode Island Department of Education where she led statewide efforts to implement the Rhode Island Right to Read Act\, legislation that requires teacher training in the Science of Reading and Structured Literacy. Kari is an Orton-Gillingham practitioner who worked at Middlebridge School in Narragansett\, Rhode Island\, and Rawson Saunders School in Austin\, Texas. Before her career in education\, Kari worked as a casting director in Los Angeles. She lives with her family in southern Rhode Island. \n \nJessica Farmer is the force behind Farmer Loves Phonics\, a literacy advocate in the world of education on social media. With a bachelor’s degree from Florida International University\, Jessica holds a reading endorsement in the state of Florida. Her journey into the Science of Reading began in 2020\, spurred by the onset of the pandemic. In response\, she took to TikTok to create informative content\, aimed at assisting parents in supporting their children’s learning at home. Since then\, Jessica has maintained a consistent presence on TikTok\, Instagram\, and Facebook offering valuable resources and insights for both parents and educators. \nDedicated to advancing the field of reading instruction\, Jessica has expanded her knowledge through specialized training. In 2021 and 2022\, she successfully completed LETRS for Early Childhood and Comprehensive IMSE Orton-Gillingham. Her unwavering passion lies in making reading instruction accessible and effective for every learner. With a commitment to reaching and empowering all readers\, Jessica continues to be a trusted source of guidance and support in the Science of Reading community.  \n \nJulie Russ Harris serves as Director of Curriculum at Lexia Learning\, providing educational direction and leadership for the development of literacy and language programs. Since beginning her career as a teacher\, Julie has been driven to advance equity and expand learning opportunities by empowering educators with actionable research\, curricula\, and professional learning. Before joining Lexia\, her work in the Language Diversity and Literacy Development Research Group at Harvard focused on strengthening the link between research and practice; the application of this work is featured in policy briefs\, scholarly articles\, and practice guides including the book\, Cultivating Knowledge\, Building Language: Literacy Instruction for English Learners in Elementary School. Julie earned her B.A. from Tufts University and her Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nCassandra Wheeler is a proud “Poet” of the 1990 graduating class at Sidney Lanier High School of Montgomery Public Schools (MPS) in Alabama. In 1994\, following undergraduate studies at the University of Alabama at Birmingham where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in early childhood education\, Cassandra returned home to MPS and began her career as an educator at Morningview Elementary School. After earning her master’s degree and administrative certification\, Cassandra joined the Alabama Reading Initiative\, where she authored Alabama’s Reading First Initiative grant and managed Alabama’s statewide DIBELS pilot. In 2004\, after serving the children of Alabama for ten years\, Cassandra expanded her outreach to impact the life trajectories of students everywhere by joining the (then) Voyager Expanded Learning organization. Now\, at Lexia\, Cassandra serves the organization as Director of LETRS State Success. \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 
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SUMMARY:Looking at Public and Private Partnerships in Early Childhood Programs
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Sarah Taylor Vanover\, Policy and Research Director\, Kentucky Youth Advocates\nModerated by Stephanie Roselli\, Executive Editor\, Gryphon House \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. \nChild care supports every industry in our nation\, but it has an unstable infrastructure. The current model simply isn’t working. Child-care businesses are failing\, early childhood professionals are not paid living wages\, and expenses are rising. The primary funding source is families\, but families cannot afford the true cost of child care. Does this mean that all early childhood programs must fold into the public school system? Will private child care soon be extinct? \nIn Bridging Gaps: Implementing Public-Private Partnerships to Strengthen Early Education\, author Dr. Sarah Taylor Vanover dispels the myths and explains the opportunities of a mixed-delivery system. Discover the benefits and challenges of child-care partnerships such as Early Head Start with private and family child-care settings and private child-care programs with state-funded preschools. Explore how to address credentialing\, professional development\, and implementing IDEA\, and learn the differences between mixed delivery and universal pre-K. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK school leaders\, district leaders\, and policy leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Sarah Taylor Vanover has been working in the field of early childhood education for over 25 years and has had the opportunity to be a teacher\, a director\, a trainer\, and a college professor for other early childhood educators. She also served as the Director for the Division of Child Care in Kentucky for almost four years\, supervising Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG) funding and creating child care policy. Dr. Vanover is currently the Policy and Research Director for Kentucky Youth Advocates\, focusing on early childhood education policy and research on positive outcomes for young children. For the past several years\, she has focused her work and research on increasing access to child care for children with special needs and improving state systems that would help stabilize the child care infrastructure nationwide. \n\n \nAbout the Moderator \nStephanie Roselli is the Executive Editor at Gryphon House\, the leading publisher of educational resources for teachers and parents\, where she acquires and develops the latest books from today’s top early childhood experts. \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 is an award-winning publisher of early childhood resources for teachers and parents.
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CATEGORIES:Early Childhood Learning,PreK-K Programs
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SUMMARY:Reading Science\, MTSS\, and Data Use: How to Make 3 Initiatives Only 1 New Thing
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Annette Duncan\, Ed.D.\, Literacy Coach\, Waterloo Schools (IA); and Sarah Brown\, Ph.D.\, President\, System Impact Consulting \nSponsored by System Impact Consulting \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nSchools are complex organizations and\, as a result\, it is often hard to achieve systems-level change. Educational leaders and teachers adopting evidence-based practices like the Science of Reading and MTSS often become disheartened when student growth isn’t what they expected. However\, research shows that there is a way to take even the most complicated initiatives and make them stick. The key is to follow three simple but effective steps. \nWatch this edWebinar to learn what these three steps are\, and how you can leverage them to create lasting\, systemwide change and drive literacy growth. You hear from one school that saw rapid student growth in just one year by implementing evidence-based reading practices through an MTSS framework. Viewers learn: \n\nResearch-backed best practices for implementing new initiatives\nHow to leverage the science of schoolwide change to impact reading growth\nPractical ideas to improve effective and efficient teacher collaboration in teaching reading\nHow to implement a data protocol to support educator review of progress monitoring data (protocol provided)\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-5 teachers\, school and district leaders\, and instructional coaches. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nAnnette Duncan\, Ed.D. has proudly served the Waterloo School District for 34 years. Dr. Duncan is currently a Literacy Coach for Lowell Elementary in Waterloo\, Iowa. She holds a Literacy Coach Certification and is involved with providing professional development in the areas of literacy and equity. As an advocate for social justice in the classroom\, Dr. Duncan has facilitated multiple book studies and study circles around race and culturally responsive instructional approaches. She earned a doctorate in curriculum and instruction from the University of Northern Iowa. Her previous roles include being a classroom teacher for various grades in Waterloo\, a Diversity Instructor for undergraduate students at Upper Iowa University\, and a Diversity Instructor for graduate students at Viterbo University. \n \nSarah Brown\, Ph.D. is the President of System Impact Consulting and co-author of the book Effective Universal Instruction: An Action-Oriented Approach to Improving Tier 1. During her career\, Dr. Brown has had experience leading teams focused on high-quality customer education at FastBridge Learning and Illuminate Education and supporting MTSS and the FastBridge Product at Renaissance. Prior to joining corporate teams\, Dr. Brown served in roles including as the Bureau Chief leading special education and MTSS implementation for the state of Iowa\, district special education director\, professional learning administrator\, and school psychologist. Professionally\, she’s interested in the implementation of MTSS at multiple levels of the education system and improving systems to support high achievement for every student. \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. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nSystem Impact Consulting provides professional learning services designed to harness the research on schoolwide change to dramatically improve student learning. Through a focus on the right practices\, purposeful contexts\, and proactive support\, we help schools empower educators to achieve accelerated growth.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/teach2read20240402/
CATEGORIES:Data and Analytics,Early Literacy,MTSS,Reading Skills,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Teacher Leadership in a Union-Led Program Designed to Support and Retain Early-Career Teachers
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Tasha Osten\, School Counselor\, Raymond Central Public Schools (NE); Kristina Pittman\, High School English Teacher\, Farmington Public Schools (MI); Jeremy Gold\, High School History Teacher\, Farmington Public Schools (MI); Shelly Rosene\, Q-Comp Coach & SPED Teacher\, Anoka-Hennepin School District (MN); and Hillary Greene Nolan\, Education Researcher\, Digital Promise \nSponsored by Digital Promise Center for Inclusive Innovation \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. \n\nView this edLeader Panel to learn about a union-led program designed to support and retain early-career teachers through complementary supports: a building-based mentor and a virtual instructional coach. While the program focused mainly on teacher induction\, it simultaneously elevated the mentors and coaches—practicing teachers themselves—into teacher leadership roles that allowed them to share expertise and grow in their own practices. \nPanelists also delve into the collaborative work alumni mentors and coaches did following the pilot program to design resources and professional learning for current mentors and coaches. This panel of three mentors and one coach reflects on and discusses what it was like to be empowered as teacher leaders through these various opportunities within this pilot program\, and what advice these experienced teacher leaders would give to leaders who are looking to elevate more teachers into such roles. \nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school and district leaders\, and anyone interested in teacher retention and induction. \n \n\n \nAbout the Presenters \nTasha Osten has been a school counselor in Nebraska for 12 years and currently works in the Raymond Central Public Schools. She has experience in teaching\, working as an admissions counselor for a private college\, and as a behavioral treatment specialist school liaison for a behavioral treatment youth group home. Tasha lives in Seward\, NE with her husband\, Ed. They have two children and two dogs. \n \nKristina Pittman is a high school English teacher at North Farmington High School in Farmington Hills\, Michigan. In addition to mentoring new teachers\, she also serves as a national literacy trainer\, instructional coach\, teacher consultant\, curriculum writer\, AP English exam reader\, and her district’s Teaching and Learning Committee facilitator. \n \nJeremy Gold has taught history\, political science and economics at Farmington High School in Michigan for 25 years\, and has presented at several conferences on methodologies for teaching history. He is dedicated to helping young teachers\, which led him to working with ELP. \n \nShelly Rosene\, a special education teacher in Minnesota\, supports teachers and support staff through her role as a peer coach. She is passionate about inclusive education and empowering new teachers.  \n\n\n \nHillary Greene Nolan is an Education Researcher at Digital Promise. One of her current research interests is how technology has influenced and will influence teachers’ practices\, roles\, and the profession itself. She has a Ph.D. in Teaching and Teacher Education from the University of Michigan and is a former middle school humanities teacher. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \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\n\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/inclusiveinnovation20240402/
CATEGORIES:Leadership/Administration,Professional Development,Teacher Development and Retention
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SUMMARY:Leading for Teacher Retention: 3 Strategies to Improve Teacher Satisfaction
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. James Bailey\, Co-Founder and Partner\, The Daily SEL Leader; and Randy Weiner\, Co-Founder and Partner\, The Daily SEL Leader \nSponsored by Daily SEL \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThe turnover of educators across the country is beginning to reach unsustainable levels. Not only does this impact school culture and student outcomes\, but it also results in increased costs for schools and districts to find and retain top talent. Join us for this interactive edWebinar that focuses on how educational leaders at both the school and district levels can take control of educator retention with three research-proven strategies\, including: \n\nDecreasing demands\nIncreasing resources\nImproving the skills of emotional leadership as a key resource for teachers\n\nThis edWebinar helps you develop an internal framework for causes of turnover and examine how you can begin to use these three strategies to overcome stress\, burnout\, and dissatisfaction of your teachers. Viewers leave with numerous cost-effective solutions and strategies to continue this work in their own schools and districts. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. James Bailey’s career has encompassed teacher\, principal\, school turnaround\, principal consultant\, and superintendent roles. His deep-seated commitment to equity and supporting school leaders led to him training as an executive coach and founding DailySEL.com\, a consulting firm focused on decreasing teacher turnover and supporting leaders’ SEL based on a recently published book from Corwin Press called The Daily SEL Leader: A Guided Journal with co-author Randy Weiner. Dr. Bailey has a Ph.D. in educational leadership and innovation and has served on the faculty of Walden University since 2015 in educational leadership. \n \nRandy Weiner\, Co-founder and Partner at The Daily SEL Leader\, has worked in start-ups\, education\, and education technology for the last 20+ years. He is the co-founder of multiple education organizations\, including Urban Montessori Charter School in Oakland\, CA\, the nation’s first public Montessori\, arts integration\, and design thinking school\, and BrainQuake\, a three-time U.S. Department of Education Small Business Innovation Research Award winner that has also been recognized twice by Digital Promise for its exceptional application of the learning sciences\, and has received seven patents for its innovative mathematics teaching\, learning\, and assessment interventions. A Teach For America alum and father to two K-12-aged daughters\, Randy taught for five years in Oakland and Madagascar. Randy has BAs from Middlebury College and an MA in education from Stanford University. \nJoin the Leadership Practices for Innovative Leaders community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nDaily SEL is proud to sponsor this interactive edWebinar and The Daily SEL Leader National Cohort that offers an immersive 16-week SEL experience\, providing a one-hour session every other week. Designed for school and district leaders across the U.S.\, this virtual program encourages the exchange of ideas and strategies to nurture teacher well-being and decrease teacher turnover.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/leadership20240403/
CATEGORIES:Educator Self-Care and Wellness,Leadership/Administration,Professional Development,Social-Emotional Learning,Teacher Development and Retention
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SUMMARY:Closing the Fluency Gap Series - Part 1: What the Science of Learning Says
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jennifer Flieder\, Reading Interventionist\, Roosevelt Creative Corridor Business Academy (IA); and Carolyn Brown\, Ph.D.\, Chief Academic Officer and Co-Founder\, Foundations in Learning\nModerated by Allison Zimmermann\, President and CEO\, Foundations in Learning \nSponsored by WordFlight\, a Foundations in Learning Solution \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nIt’s estimated that two-thirds of students in the U.S. are struggling with fluency as a result of insufficient foundational skills. Typically\, fluency has been addressed by defining\, assessing\, and intervening on decoding accuracy\, automatic word recognition\, and reading text with expression. However\, to solve the fluency gap\, we must go beyond this approach to better understand the learning processes that enable students to learn\, retain\, and connect these components. \nThis edWebinar examines fluency from the perspective of the learning process. Learning science provides decades of research on fluency development from many domains. These findings provide critical insights that can be applied to reading\, providing a more effective way to help struggling readers develop the knowledge and skills required for reading fluency. \nIn this edWebinar\, you learn how to support the emergence of fluency\, link the components of fluency\, and learn how automatic word recognition develops and why it is so important to fluency. Join us as we share and answer the following questions: \n\nWhy do we need to get beyond outcome fluency measures of rate\, accuracy\, and prosody?\nHow do we do that?\nHow do we support your students with fluency gaps?\nHow does the science of complex skill development provide insights to solutions?\nWhat innovative solutions are being driven by current research?\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to elementary and middle school teachers\, reading coaches\, literacy coaches\, and school and district leaders. \nClosing the Fluency Gap Series – Part 2: Building the Foundations for Fluency and for Deep Reading \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nJennifer Flieder is currently a Reading Interventionist at Roosevelt Creative Corridor Business Academy (middle school) in the Cedar Rapids Community School District\, in Cedar Rapids\, IA. Jennifer has taught language arts in the Cedar Rapids area for 34 years. \n \nDr. Carolyn Brown has devoted her career to developing tools and testing solutions that optimize language and literacy development for all students. She and her colleagues have received support from the National Institutes of Health\, the Department of Education\, the National Science Foundation\, and the State of Iowa. Dr. Brown received her B.S. and M.S. degrees in speech pathology and audiology from Eastern New Mexico University and her Ph.D. in the same field at University of Iowa. Her areas of specialization are child development\, language acquisition\, and the Science of Reading. \nShe and her husband\, Dr. Jerry Zimmermann\, have co-founded three companies: Breakthrough to Literacy\, the Iowa Language and Literacy Institute\, and Foundations in Learning. Each was organized to advance current science and create solutions to help all children learn to read. She is also an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Iowa. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nBefore taking the helm as CEO\, Allison Zimmermann previously served as the Chief Strategy Officer for Foundations in Learning. She brings over 15 years of experience working in the education sector creating equity and opportunity for students. She has worked as a teacher\, administrator\, and consultant\, providing strategic support to schools\, non-profits\, start-ups\, and Fortune 500 companies across the country. \nPreviously\, Allison launched NewView\, a non-profit focused on creating tri-sector solutions for society’s largest challenges. She continues to serve on the board of the organization. Allison began her career as a special education middle school teacher in New York City and a Teach For America Corps member. Allison graduated from Boston University with a B.S. in international relations and political science. She received an M.S.Ed. in middle school general and special education from Bank Street College and M.P.P. and M.B.A. degrees from the University of Michigan. \nJoin the Empowering Struggling Readers community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nWordFlight is the labor of love from a group of dedicated reading researchers\, authors\, and cognitive scientists who want to help more students learn to read. WordFlight is Foundations in Learning’s flagship offering.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/readers20240404/
CATEGORIES:Education Research/Evidence,Learning Loss/Acceleration,Literacy,Reading Skills
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SUMMARY:Hands-On\, Heads-On Science: How to Engage Students in Your Science Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Jesse Wilcox\, Assistant Professor in Biology and Science Education\, University of Northern Iowa; and Dr. Sophia Garcia\, Instructor of Anatomy and Physiology\, Texas Christian University \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. \nReady for active\, engaged students in your science classroom? Discover why a hands-on\, heads-on approach to science is a powerful way to give students the opportunity to learn science by actually doing science—and how easy it can be to implement this approach in your own classroom! \n\nJoin this edWebinar with Dr. Jesse Wilcox\, Assistant Professor in Biology and Science Education\, and Dr. Sophia Garcia\, Instructor of Anatomy and Physiology\, as they share how to implement student-centered\, phenomena-driven\, three-dimensional science lessons in today’s K-5 classrooms. Viewers learn how to: \n\nLeverage real-world phenomena to ignite curiosity\nQuickly and easily engage students with relevant science content\nUse efficient 5E science lessons with diverse learners\nFacilitate manageable\, hands-on activities\nUse stations-based science lessons\n\nYou leave with fun\, practical strategies you can use to make science memorable and meaningful for all learners! All educators with an interest in elementary science—especially K-5 classroom teachers\, instructional educators\, curriculum directors\, and education leaders—are encouraged to view this recorded edWebinar. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Jesse Wilcox is an Assistant Professor in Biology and Science Education at the University of Northern Iowa. Prior to becoming a professor\, Dr. Wilcox served as a high school general science and biology teacher. Over the course of his career\, he has won numerous teaching awards\, presented hundreds of times at science and STEM education conferences\, and published dozens of articles in science and STEM education journals. \nToday\, Dr. Wilcox’s research focuses on how to best prepare and support science teachers using research-based practices. As part of this research\, he seeks to understand the experiences and content knowledge gains of students when they engage in high-impact instructional practices\, as well as identify how to best bridge the gap between research and practice to promote effective science teaching. \n \nDr. Sophia Garcia is an Instructor of Anatomy and Physiology at Texas Christian University\, as well as a College of Science Education Diversity Advocate. Prior to teaching at the collegiate level\, she taught middle school and high school science courses. She has been honored with numerous awards\, including the Distinguished Faculty Award from the Texas Association of Chicanos in Higher Education. \nDr. Garcia founded the Latina STEM Fellowship\, a program with the mission of supporting young women in STEM through skill building\, career exploration\, education planning\, and mentorship. As a first-generation college graduate\, Dr. Garcia believes that mentorship can be a powerful and life-altering experience\, and participates in mentorship programs through MANA de Fort Worth\, TCU STEM Scholars\, and the Latina STEM Fellowship. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Teaching Next Generation Scientists community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\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.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/science20240404/
CATEGORIES:Science,STEM/STEAM,Student Agency and Voice,Student Engagement and Motivation
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SUMMARY:From Football to Phonics: A Winning Game Plan for K-8 Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Malcolm Mitchell\, Super Bowl Champion\, and Founder and CEO\, Share the Magic Foundation; and Susan Lambert\, Chief Academic Officer of Elementary Humanities\, and Host of Science of Reading: The Podcast\, Amplify \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. \nTackling a classroom of young learners takes a game plan of effective teaching strategies. What is the ultimate playbook for instilling a love of learning? The Science of Reading. We know making a big change isn’t easy\, but we are here to help you through it. Join us to hear from Susan Lambert\, chief academic officer of elementary humanities and host of Science of Reading: The Podcast\, as she shares tips and strategies for making the shift to the Science of Reading. She’s joined by Super Bowl Champion Malcolm Mitchell\, who shares his own off-the-field victory: tackling challenges and scoring touchdowns on his journey to becoming a proficient reader. You learn: \n\nThe steps you need to take in your Science of Reading journey\nWhy it’s so important to inspire students to read\nHow to get communities of children reading their way to build a better future\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-8 teachers and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nMalcolm Mitchell\, an Under Armour All-American football player\, developed a love of reading during his freshman year in college. He authored and published the children’s book The Magician’s Hat\, created a youth literacy initiative called Read with Malcolm\, and went on to establish the nonprofit Share the Magic Foundation organization with a sole purpose—to transform children’s lives through literacy. \nHis inspirational story has been featured nationally on CBS Evening News\, CBS Sunday Morning\, CBS Sports\, ESPN\, in USA Today\, CNN\, MSNBC\, and the NFL Network and has been used by many schools as encouragement for students to embrace the importance of reading. In May 2016\, Malcolm was drafted by the New England Patriots\, and in 2017\, he became a Super Bowl Champion. Malcolm has earned numerous awards and accomplishments both on and off the field but considers discovering a love of reading one of his biggest achievements. \n \nSusan Lambert is the Chief Academic Officer of Elementary Humanities at Amplify\, and the host of Science of Reading: The Podcast. Her career has been focused on creating high-quality learning environments using evidence-based practices. Susan is a mom of four\, a grandma of four\, a world traveler\, and a collector of stories. As the host of Science of Reading: The Podcast\, Susan explores the increasing body of scientific research around how reading is best taught. As a former classroom teacher\, administrator\, and curriculum developer\, Susan is dedicated to turning theory into best practices that educators can put right to use in the classroom\, and to showcasing national models of reading instruction excellence. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Be a Literacy Hero community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nAmplify is the original Science of Reading company—we have been doing it for decades! We are pleased to offer a complete and tightly integrated literacy system built on 20+ years of research that ensures you can bring true Science of Reading practices to every point of your instructional journey\, and we now offer the only complete biliteracy suite.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/literacyhero20240404/
CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,Reading Skills,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Beat the Burnout: Maintaining a Healthy Longevity Throughout Your Career
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jen Rafferty\, Educator\, Author\, and Founder of Empowered Educator \nSponsored by Empowered Educator \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. \nAs educators\, you are in the business of making generational change. You have the most important job in the world. However\, when you come from a place of stress\, frustration\, and exhaustion\, you are unable to show up for your students as your best self. Weeks\, months\, and years of chronic stress lead to disengagement in your work and eventually burnout. You know you and your students deserve better\, but you’re not sure how to break the stress cycle. \nIn this interactive edWebinar\, viewers understand the function of stress and how to navigate through it in ways that are healthy\, safe\, and productive for both you and your students. Imagine feeling happier\, healthier\, and well rested for the entirety of your career. Here\, we begin to embody the idea that the most generous thing you can do for your students is take care of yourself. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders of all grade levels. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nJen Rafferty is an educator\, author\, and founder of Empowered Educator. Since its inception\, the Empowered Educator has reached teachers and school leaders all over the world. Jen has been featured in Authority Magazine\, Medium\, Thrive Global\, Best Holistic Life Magazine\, and Wellness Voice\, and was on the TEDx stage with her talk\, Generational Change Begins with Empowered Teachers. She is also the host of the podcast Take Notes with Jen Rafferty\, which is rated in the top 3% of podcasts globally. Her insatiable curiosity continues to make Empowered Educator programs relevant and reflective of the most up-to-date research in mindset\, leadership\, and cognitive neuroscience.  \nJoin the Mental Health and Wellness community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nEmpowered Educator focuses on the social and emotional well-being of the adults in schools. Here we provide transformative\, research-based professional development that leverages mindset\, emotional intelligence\, and cognitive neuroscience. Empowered Educator supports schools in creating generational change\, and it comes with a guarantee: This work works 100% of the time when you work it. When you prioritize the social/emotional health of your educators\, you will achieve systemic\, long-term success for the entire school community. Schools that have engaged with Empowered Educator programs have seen an increase in teacher retention\, improved morale\, a decrease in student disciplinary referrals\, and an improvement in student academic achievement. Empowered Educator programs are geared towards school leaders\, teachers\, guidance counselors\, paraprofessionals\, office staff and parents. The bottom line is students thrive when they are surrounded by thriving adults. It’s time we move from surviving to thriving; our students deserve it.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mentalhealth20240404/
CATEGORIES:Educator Self-Care and Wellness,Health and Wellness,Mental Health and Wellness
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SUMMARY:The Transformative Power of Student and Staff Voice: Inclusive and Responsive Learning Environments
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Stacy Stewart\, Senior Director of Networks\, Leading Educators; Dr. Chris Graves\, Principal\, Jordan Community Elementary School (IL); and Dr. Jill Gildea\, Superintendent of Schools\, Park City School District (UT)\nModerated by Scott Frauenheim\, President and Chief Executive Officer\, LEAP Innovations \nSponsored by LEAP Innovations \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin us as we delve into the transformative power of leveraging student and staff voices in educational decision making. Now more than ever\, it’s imperative to recognize the evolving needs of both students and teachers so that schools can improve the experience for every learner. \nIn this edWebinar\, the presenters talk about effective ways to incorporate diverse perspectives into school design\, fostering a more inclusive and responsive learning environment. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn how to harness the power of voices to shape the future of education—and discover exciting opportunities tailored to empower both learners and educators alike! \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nStacy Stewart (She/Her) is an esteemed education leader with over three decades of experience. Currently serving as the Senior Director of Networks at Leading Educators in Harlem’s Community School District\, she previously spent 31 years with the Chicago Public Schools\, notably as Deputy Chief of Schools for Network 13 and an award-winning principal at Belmont-Cragin. Stacy’s influence extends internationally through her work on personalized learning\, recognized both nationally and abroad. Her initiatives\, including pioneering the first dual language school on Chicago’s Northwest Side and securing a $54 million capital project for a new school building\, have left a lasting impact on the Belmont-Cragin community. Additionally\, Stacy‘s collaborations with organizations like LEAP Innovations have enhanced personalized learning and professional development for educators\, further solidifying her legacy as a transformative force in education. \n \nDr. Chris Graves is a sixth-year principal\, who transitioned to the principalship at Jordan Community Elementary last summer. He is excited to be leading in a community that is thriving due to the way that staff and families embrace the needs and unique strengths of families who move to the neighborhood from all over the world for the opportunities that it offers. There are over 25 languages spoken at Jordan\, and while most families have had to traverse myriad challenges to get to Chicago\, it’s a focus of Dr. Graves’ work to support staff in their work to help students succeed. Dr. Graves received his bachelor’s degree in music education from Albion College\, and a master’s in music education from the University of Illinois. He received school administrative training from Indiana University and New Leaders and completed his educational doctorate degree from Illinois State University. \n \nAs the Superintendent of Schools at Park City School District\, Dr. Jill Gildea leads a team of educators and administrators who are committed to engaging stakeholders in continuous improvement that is student centered and future focused. She has over 20 years of experience in K-12 public education\, with a proven track record of promoting excellence\, innovation\, and accountability in various leadership roles. Dr. Gildea holds an Ed.D. in educational leadership and has AASA National Certification. She is a frequent presenter and author on topics such as school culture\, curricula\, assessment\, and evaluation systems.  \n \nAbout the Moderator \nIn his role as President and Chief Executive Officer of LEAP Innovations\, Scott Frauenheim continues to champion the cause of transformative educational experiences. Building on his extensive experience and success at Distinctive Schools\, Scott brings an unparalleled level of dedication to educational excellence and innovation to LEAP Innovations. His transformational leadership vision for LEAP Innovations underscores his exceptional ability to lead\, innovate\, and inspire across multiple facets of the educational landscape. Scott’s intentional focus on relationships and designing alongside stakeholders drives his strong belief in the importance of culture and engagement.  \nJoin the Student Voice community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nEverything we do is rooted in research-based best practices; we are always learning. We’re boldly declaring our commitment—a new era of education is here\, and we are ready to lead the charge. It’s time to bring JOY back into the classroom\, build sustainable solutions for the rapidly changing educational landscape\, and activate the knowledge\, skills\, and mindsets all learners need to succeed. LEAP Forward with us.
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CATEGORIES:Professional Development,School Culture/Climate,Student Agency and Voice
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SUMMARY:AI in Academics: Leveraging Esports to Unlock Self-Paced Learning
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jessica Monroe\, Digital Innovation Coach\, Tempe Elementary School District (AZ); and Toni Rose Deanon\, Senior Manager\, Community Engagement\, The Modern Classrooms Project \nSponsored by The Modern Classrooms Project \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nAI is changing the game in education\, but it doesn’t have to be some unbeatable foe—instead\, it can be a powerful power-up to supercharge your teaching and engage more students than ever before. \nIn this edWebinar\, the presenters discuss the value of AI and self-pacing in education\, using esports as your path to success. Join Jessica Monroe from Tempe Elementary School District and Toni Rose Deanon from the Modern Classrooms Project to learn more about: \n\nHow AI and esports can unlock student potential\nDiscovering esports in school and leveraging the excitement of competitive gaming to boost engagement and motivation\nMeeting every student’s needs through self-paced\, mastery-based instruction\n\nDon’t miss your chance to learn how other educators are using esports in schools to supercharge student engagement! This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nJessica Monroe is a Digital Innovation Coach with a passion for engaging middle school students. With 12 years of experience in public education as an instructional coach and classroom teacher\, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her work. Jessica is the esports lead for Tempe Elementary School District\, creating elective coursework for middle school students enrolled in the level 1 and 2 courses including curricula by NASEF (Network of Academic and Scholastic Esports Federations) and Gaming Concepts. Her other certifications include: Google Certified Educator\, MagicSchoolAI Certified Trainer\, Seesaw Ambassador\, and Master Screencaster (Screencastify). Outside of work\, Jessica enjoys working out with Peloton\, spending time with her family\, and cuddling up to her Siamese cat\, Bella\, and her German Shepherd dog\, Khaleesi. \n \nToni Rose Deanon\, Senior Manager\, Community Engagement for The Modern Classrooms Project\, has been an educator since 2010\, with experiences ranging from MS English teacher\, adult ESL teacher\, and instructional coach for technology. Toni Rose strives to be the educator they never had growing up\, so they focus on anti-bias\, anti-racist work and aspire to create a brave space for everyone around them. As a queer Filipinx\, they understand the importance of being represented and valued and feeling a sense of belonging. To stay grounded and at peace\, they practice yoga\, write\, get lost in stories\, and go on two-mile walks with their dogs. Roller skating and bowling bring them so much joy. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Artificial Intelligence in Education community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nThe Modern Classrooms Project empowers educators to implement a self-paced\, mastery-based instructional model that leverages technology to foster human connection\, authentic learning\, and social-emotional growth.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ai20240408/
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Esports,Game-Based Learning,Student Agency and Voice,Student Engagement and Motivation
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SUMMARY:The Power of Purposeful Reading Practice Week: Strengthening Explicit Literacy Instruction Through Effective Practice
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Anita Archer\, Author and Educational Consultant; and Linda Diamond\, Author and Executive Director\, Evidence Advocacy Center\nModerated by Dr. Michelle Hosp\, Director of Foundational 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. \nExplicit and systematic instruction is essential for all students to develop their literacy skills\, but research shows students must also be given repeated opportunities to practice the skills they’re being taught in order to master them. However\, the role of practice is often misunderstood and/or ignored in many K–12 classrooms. \nView this edWebinar with renowned literacy experts Dr. Anita Archer and Linda Diamond as they: \n\nDiscuss the concept of practice within the context of literacy instruction\nShare the purpose of specific types of practice—and strategies for making the most of each type\nModel engaging practice strategies for students at all levels\nExplain what administrators should look for when selecting curricula\, when examining instructional plans\, and when observing lessons\n\nTune in to this engaging session on the important role of practice in helping every student to become a confident\, lifelong reader. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school and district leaders\, reading directors and coaches\, curriculum directors\, and instructional coaches. \nThis edWebinar is part of the Power of Purposeful Reading Practice Week. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nAnita Archer\, Ph.D. is an educational consultant to state departments and school districts on explicit instruction and literacy. She has presented in all 50 states\, all U.S. territories\, and many countries\, and she has received ten awards honoring her educational contributions. Dr. Archer has served on the faculties of the University of Washington\, University of Oregon\, and San Diego State University. She has co-authored numerous curriculum materials\, including Phonics for Reading\, a three-level intervention program\, REWARDS\, a five-component literacy intervention program\, and a best-selling textbook titled Explicit Instruction: Effective and Efficient Teaching. \n \nLinda Diamond\, M.Ed. is best known for her professional books\, Teaching Reading Sourcebook\, used by many teacher preparation programs\, Assessing Reading: Multiple Measures\, and the Vocabulary Handbook. She was a teacher\, principal\, director of curriculum and instruction\, and a senior policy analyst at an education think tank. In 1995\, she founded and became President of the Consortium on Reaching Excellence in Education (CORE Learning)\, an organization committed to improving literacy and math outcomes for all children. She currently serves as the Executive Director of the Evidence Advocacy Center\, committed to transforming education based on evidence. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nMichelle Hosp\, Ph.D. has over 25 years of experience working directly with students\, educators\, families\, and researchers as a school psychologist\, professor\, and Director of the Iowa Reading Research Center. In addition to her work at Renaissance\, she is an Associate Professor of Special Education at the University of Massachusetts Amherst\, with a focus on reading\, assessment\, and data-based decision making. Prior to joining Renaissance\, she developed Star Phonics\, and is the lead author of the book The ABCs of CBM: A Practical Guide to Curriculum-Based Measurement (2nd ed.). \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 \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.
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CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,Reading Skills,Student Engagement and Motivation
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SUMMARY:Elevating the Voices of Black Parents and Caregivers: Effective Practices for Partnership and Engagement
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Nisaa Kirtman\, Ph.D.\, Research Principal\, Rockman et al Cooperative; Alex Gurn\, Ph.D.\, Senior Research Associate\, Rockman et al Cooperative; Rebecca Honig\, Chief Content and Curriculum Officer\, ParentPowered; and Mallary Swartz\, Ph.D.\, Senior Director of Learning and Impact\, ParentPowered \nSponsored by ParentPowered \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. \nResearch shows that Black parental involvement in their children’s education is a key determinant to Black student success. However\, barriers created by institutional and systemic racism in the U.S. education system create pervasive and chronic stressors for Black families\, impacting their ability to be heard and engaged. These disparities also shape Black students’ academic experiences\, engagement\, and achievement. \nEducational leaders are responsible for promoting inclusive\, anti-racist\, and culturally respectful learning environments that support all students to succeed. Building strong relationships with Black families is a critical component of this work. In this edLeader Panel\, researchers and family engagement experts: \n\nExplore literature on effective strategies for engaging Black families\, emphasizing technology-based interventions and culturally tailored\, text-based methods\nShare insights from interviews with education leaders and practitioners and Black parents/caregivers of PreK–middle-school students around best practices for family engagement\nExplore processes for collaborating with families to develop content and experiences that authentically reflect families’ voices\, experiences\, strengths\, and needs\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to enhance your district\, school\, or organization’s responsiveness to the needs of Black families and their children. You gain tools and knowledge to foster strong\, empowering relationships with families and ensure a more inclusive and equitable educational landscape. \nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, school counselors and social workers\, and those in parent/community involvement\, family engagement\, and school improvement roles. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nNisaa Kirtman\, Ph.D.\, Research Principal at Rockman et al Cooperative\, is a social psychologist with 20 years of experience designing and conducting research studies in educational settings\, communities\, and the public health sector. She uses a Culturally Responsive and Equitable Evaluation (CREE) framework when approaching both research and evaluation. She studied social cognition; historically underrepresented communities of color in STEM; educational inequities; health inequities; diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI) climate assessments at institutions\, organizations\, or within post-secondary educational departments; stereotypes and stereotype threat; and identity. She has managed both long- and short-term evaluations and has managed several multi-year professional development projects at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and out-of-school programming for historically underrepresented youth and girls of color\, such as Black Girls Code. \nThese projects are often funded by Minority Science and Engineering Improvement Programs (U.S. Department of Education)\, the National Science Foundation\, or private foundations such as Google. Dr. Kirtman is currently a member of the American Evaluation Association (AEA)\, the American Psychological Association (APA)\, the Association of Black Psychologists (ABPsi)\, and the Expanding the Bench Advancing Culturally Responsive Evaluation (ACE) Network. She also serves as Co-Chair for AEA’s Diversity\, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Work Group. Dr. Kirtman has a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Scripps College (the women’s college) in Claremont\, California\, and a master’s degree in social psychology from San Francisco State University. She earned her Ph.D. in psychology from Northcentral University. \n \nAlex Gurn\, Ph.D.\, Senior Research Associate at Rockman et al Cooperative\, has over 12 years of experience conducting applied educational research and evaluation with school leaders\, teachers\, and young people in and out of schools. He has taught English language arts and English as a second language in public schools\, as well as college courses in teacher education\, qualitative research design\, and sociology. Dr. Gurn served as an education specialist at the Massachusetts Department of Education\, where he led capacity building and evaluation of out-of-school time programs. \nAt Rockman et al\, Dr. Gurn has conducted external evaluations of informal STEM learning\, youth media\, social-emotional learning\, and arts-integration programs\, including projects funded by the National Science Foundation’s Advancing Informal STEM Learning (AISL)\, NSF’s Innovative Technology Experiences for Students and Teachers (ITEST)\, and the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). Dr. Gurn earned a B.S. in human development and family studies from Cornell University\, an M.A. in applied linguistics from the University of Massachusetts Boston\, and a Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction from Boston College. Dr. Gurn’s dissertation examined the role of corporate philanthropy in urban public education. Outside of work\, Dr. Gurn volunteers as the Chair of Fundraising at San Francisco Public Montessori School and enjoys hiking and biking in the Bay Area. \n \nRebecca Honig is the Chief Content and Curriculum Officer at ParentPowered. She has authored numerous curricula\, parent guides\, and children’s storybooks for Sesame Workshop\, Scholastic\, Disney\, Compass Learning\, PBS\, WGBH\, HITN\, Nickelodeon\, Mo Willems\, and The Norman Rockwell Museum. She has also served as a Curriculum and Content Specialist for Sesame Street and spent ten years teaching in public\, private\, and after-school programs. Rebecca has a master’s degree in early childhood education from Bank Street. \n \nMallary Swartz\, Ph.D.\, Senior Director of Learning and Impact at ParentPowered\, brings over 20 years of experience as an applied researcher and thought leader in early education and family engagement. In her current role\, she serves as a subject matter expert and leads research\, impact\, industry relations\, and grant fundraising efforts. Dr. Swartz has spent her career cultivating relationships\, managing partnerships\, and leading research\, evaluation\, and innovation projects at family-focused organizations. She strives to ensure that equity and diverse family and community voices are centered in her work. Before joining ParentPowered\, Dr. Swartz served as Vice President\, Family Engagement Learning and Strategy at Start Early and Co-Principal Investigator (PI) for the Office of Head Start National Center on Parent\, Family\, and Community Engagement. Other past affiliations include Brazelton Touchpoints Center and Fred Rogers Productions\, where she served as PI of two National Science Foundation grants. Dr. Swartz has a Ph.D. in Child Development from Tufts University\, an M.S. from the University of Pittsburgh\, and a B.A. from Duke University. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Community & Family 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\n \nResearch shows that families play a powerful role in fostering children’s development. ParentPowered is on a mission to help K–12 districts provide accessible\, evidence-based family engagement curriculum\, without adding more to teachers’ plates. Our program — for PreK through grade 12 — supports\, inspires\, and activates parents and caregivers with simple\, strengths-based insights they can turn into everyday teachable moments. Learn more and request a demo at parentpowered.com.
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CATEGORIES:Culturally Responsive Teaching,Culture of Belonging,Family and Community Engagement,Leadership/Administration
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SUMMARY:3 Brain Secrets for Math to Help All Students Succeed
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Liesl McConchie\, Education Training Consultant\, Math With the Brain in Mind; and Jay Meadows\, CEO\, Exemplars \nSponsored by Exemplars \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nDownload free Exemplars problem-solving performance tasks\, lesson planning resources\, rubrics\, and additional brain-based learning resources by Liesl McConchie! \nView this edWebinar to unlock the secrets of the math brain and empower all students to excel in mathematics. In this engaging session\, Liesl McConchie and Jay Meadows delve into the core components of the brain that are essential for mathematical success: the predictive brain\, math identity\, and learning readiness. \nDuring this edWebinar they discuss: \n\nStrategies for fostering emotional safety and a positive learning environment\nTechniques to leverage the brain’s predictive nature to enhance learning outcomes\nMethods to shape a positive math identity and mindset in students\nApproaches for cultivating curiosity\, relevance\, and agency in math education\n\nViewers leave equipped with actionable strategies to enhance student engagement\, foster a growth mindset\, and promote mathematical proficiency for learners of all ages. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or new to the field\, join us to gain valuable insights and resources to transform your math instruction. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers and school leaders. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nLiesl McConchie\, Education Training Consultant at Math With the Brain in Mind\, is an international expert on how the brain learns and co-author of the best-selling book Brain-Based Learning with Dr. Eric Jensen. She has been published in multiple education journals\, including ASCD’s Educational Leadership journal and NCTM’s Mathematics Teacher. With over 25 years of experience in education\, Liesl bridges her knowledge of how the brain best learns with her experience of teaching math to create tangible strategies to support teachers and schools across the globe. She has a rich background in education that includes creating new schools\, leading whole-school reforms\, delivering workshops to educators\, and speaking at conferences. Liesl brings the highest quality of research\, professionalism\, and engagement to all her contributions to the field of education. \n \nJay Meadows serves as Exemplars’ Chief Executive Officer. He is a former middle school math and science teacher and has been working in education for three decades. Jay holds a Master of Arts in Teaching and a second master’s in mathematical pedagogy. Jay is also one of Exemplars’ primary performance task writers and professional development consultants for the middle level. Leading sessions throughout the United States\, Jay works with teachers to integrate performance tasks and research-based best practices into their curricula. Through Exemplars\, Jay dreams of teaching a generation of students to solve any problem put in front of them. Prior to his career in education\, Jay coordinated delegations from the former Soviet Union through programs with the U.S. State Department. Jay has also worked alongside a number of international non-profits and is a former Peace Corps volunteer. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Math Proficiency community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nExemplars provides performance tasks\, rubrics\, and student anchor papers for schools and districts in Math\, Science\, and Writing. Our performance material engages students and promotes reasoning\, communication\, and higher-order thinking. Performance tasks are classroom-tested and may be used for assessment\, instruction\, and professional development. Exemplars’ supplemental resources are research-based and designed to meet state\, national\, and Common Core standards.
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CATEGORIES:Brain and Learning,Growth Mindset and Culture,Mathematics,STEM/STEAM,Student Engagement and Motivation
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SUMMARY:Teach Election 2024 with Multimedia Projects from Public Media
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Maura Nugent\, English and ESL Teacher\, Chicago Public Schools (IL); Jennifer Velazquez\, English and Film Studies Teacher\, John Hancock College Prep (IL); and Rachel Roberson\, Senior Program Manager – Education Content\, 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.  \nStudent voice matters in 2024. View this edWebinar to hear from classroom teachers about the impact media projects can have on students’ civic engagement\, motivation\, and media literacy. The session also looks at KQED’s Call for Change: Your Election 2024 Project\, a free\, ready-to-use project from public media focused on issues\, not candidates. Students choose any local or global issue they care about\, then research and create an audio or video commentary or editorial cartoon to share their views beyond the classroom on KQED’s Youth Media Showcase. \nViewers leave with modifiable curricula in English and Spanish to use with students and receive access to free professional development resources designed to support and enrich educators’ digital media skills. The Call for Change project has been developed for grades 6-12 and is grounded in project-based learning (PBL) and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) best practices. Center your students’ voices in 2024 starting with this edWebinar. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 educators\, particularly those teaching social studies\, journalism\, media\, English language arts\, and creative writing. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nMaura Nugent has 16 years of experience teaching all levels of English and ESL in Chicago Public Schools. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Washington University in St. Louis where she studied English literature\, Spanish\, and educational studies\, and a master’s degree from DePaul University. In addition to a love of poetry and great works of literature\, Maura brings a passion for social justice and student voice to her work in the classroom. \n \nJennifer Velazquez has been an English and film studies teacher at John Hancock College Prep (IL) for the past four years. She minored in Latino and Latin American Studies and received a bachelor’s degree in secondary education English from Northeastern Illinois University. Before becoming a teacher\, she worked as a youth organizer and founded the club Estudiantes Sin Fronteras\, whose work on immigration issues was recognized by the Obama Foundation. \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. As Senior Program Manager – Education Content 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. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the K-12 Social Studies and Civics community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\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.
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CATEGORIES:Digital Literacy,Media Literacy,Project-Based Learning,Social Studies and Civics,Student Agency and Voice
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SUMMARY:The Power of Purposeful Reading Practice Week: Strategies for Elevating Purposeful Reading Practice in Tier 1
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Gene Kerns\, Chief Academic Officer\, Renaissance; Dr. Chastity McFarlan-Hudson\, Director of Content Quality and DEI\, Renaissance; and Chris Payne\, Senior Manager of Audio Production\, 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. \nStudents today have greater access to text than at any point in human history. Yet data consistently shows that many K–12 students are reading less than ever. What lies behind this troubling trend? And what can we do to address it? While the answers to both questions are multifaceted\, the first step lies in strengthening daily practice to ensure students can make the most of every minute spent on reading. \nView this edWebinar to explore strategies that schools and districts can incorporate into whole group instruction to better engage students in purposeful\, high-impact practice. You understand: \n\nHow to cut through the distractions in order to capture students’ interest in reading\nHow to identify culturally relevant texts—and why these texts are essential for reversing the decline in reading time\nHow to best use technology to engage students and foster stronger literacy skills\nHow a strong Tier 1 can reduce the number of students needing Tier 2 and 3 reading supports\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school and district leaders\, reading directors and coaches\, curriculum directors\, and instructional coaches. \nThis edWebinar is part of the Power of Purposeful Reading Practice Week. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nGene Kerns\, Ed.D. is the Chief Academic Officer at Renaissance and a nationally acclaimed speaker on literacy\, learning progressions\, and educational standards. He is the co-author of three books\, including Literacy Reframed: How a Focus on Decoding\, Vocabulary\, and Background Knowledge Improves Reading Comprehension. \n \nChastity McFarlan-Hudson\, Ph.D. leads Renaissance’s product inclusion efforts\, working across teams to ensure content is appropriate\, inclusive\, and representative of the students they serve. Prior to joining Renaissance\, Dr. McFarlan-Hudson provided technical assistance to charter school authorizers across the country and evaluated academic programs of charter schools across New York State. She earned her Ph.D. in developmental psychology from Howard University. \n \nChris Payne is the Senior Manager of Audio Production at Renaissance\, focusing on Nearpod and Flocabulary. Chris is a fervid creative who is inspired by how the arts and storytelling can improve communities. He also creates and composes his own personal music in his spare time. \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 \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/literacyhero20240410/
CATEGORIES:Culturally Responsive Teaching,Literacy,MTSS,Reading Skills,Technology for Learning
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SUMMARY:Scaffolding PBL for Student Success
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Eric Carbaugh\, Ph.D.\, Faculty\, ASCD \nSponsored by ASCD \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nExplore the transformative realm of project-based learning (PBL) in this series of engaging edWebinars. Done well\, PBL engages the hearts and minds of students in learning and assessment that reaches beyond the walls of school—connecting students to content through relevance and rigor. This series empowers educators with the tools and strategies necessary to create dynamic and student-centered classrooms that empower students to engage in real-world application of learning. Specifically\, we explore: \n\nCharacteristics of high-quality project-based learning\nIntegrating social-emotional and academic skills\nInfusing authenticity\nStrategies for launching a project\nScaffolding for student success\nDesigning reliable and valid evaluation tools\n\nAs part of this series\, we use specific examples from The Achievery\, a FREE digital learning platform designed to help connect students to a new world of digital learning through stories that spark curiosity and content that entertains and teaches. The platform features clips from some of the most popular\, well-loved movies\, TV shows\, and cartoons from Warner Bros. and Cartoon Network\, paired with lessons and learning activities that students can engage with wherever they are—at home\, in the community\, and in the classroom. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers and school and district leaders. \nView the other edWebinars in this series:\nCharacteristics of High-Quality Project-Based Learning\nSupporting Social-Emotional Growth Through Project-Based Learning\nDesigning Reliable and Valid Rubrics \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nEric Carbaugh\, Ph.D. is a skilled educator with primary and secondary teaching experience; an award-winning\, tenured university professor; and an effective and seasoned member of ASCD’s Differentiated Instruction Cadre and Understanding by Design® (UbD®). He is currently a full-time professor at James Madison University in the Department of Middle\, Secondary\, and Math Education where he teaches a variety of education classes across all content areas. A common thread among all his work is the relationship between the learning environment\, curriculum\, instruction\, and assessment\, and how educators can leverage each of these to better meet the needs of diverse learners. Dr. Carbaugh holds a Doctor of Philosophy in educational psychology from the University of Virginia\, a master’s degree in education from the University of Mary Washington\, and a Bachelor of Arts in government and economics from the University of Virginia. \nJoin the Student-Driven Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nASCD is a passionate community of life-changing educators. For 75 years we have worked side by side with educators from every level in all 50 states and more than 200 countries to help them find their people and amplify their voice to reach many.
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CATEGORIES:Assessment,Project-Based Learning,Social-Emotional Learning,Student Agency and Voice
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SUMMARY:Where the Science of Reading Meets the Science of Fun
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Chase Young\, Professor of Teaching and Learning\, Sam Houston State University \nSponsored by Learning Without Tears \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nHigh-impact literacy lessons are fun\, engaging\, relevant\, and authentic\, but where can today’s time-drained teachers start? In this edWebinar\, you learn how the interaction of multiple combined instructional approaches can produce a greater effect for students on the road to literacy success. Learn the latest on what science says about how kids learn best from the expertise of Dr. Chase Young\, who led the successful 2023 edWebinar Science-Tested\, Kid-Approved Literacy Instruction from Day 1. \nView this session to: \n\nDiscover the six qualities that make high-impact literacy lessons\nLearn why and how to employ synergistic instruction\nUnderstand effect sizes and why they matter today\nGet fun\, easy-to-implement examples of synergistic activities\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to elementary teachers and school leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Chase Young is a Professor in the School of Teaching and Learning at Sam Houston State University\, current editor of Literacy Research and Instruction\, and former elementary teacher and literacy coach. He earned his Ph.D. in reading education from the University of North Texas in 2012. His research primarily aims to develop fluent readers\, support struggling readers\, and integrate art into the science of teaching reading. Most recently\, he co-authored Artfully Teaching the Science of Reading with David Paige and Tim Rasinski. When he’s not teaching or writing\, he enjoys fishing and smoking meat with his wife and three children in Conroe\, Texas. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Foundational Literacy Skills community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nLearning Without Tears’ mission in today’s changing learning landscape is to ensure that the path to student success remains simple and fun. We provide child-friendly\, hands-on\, innovative instruction for early learning\, handwriting\, keyboarding\, and writing strategies\, and our programs reach more than 31 million students in Pre-K through fifth grade. \n\n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/lwt20240410/
CATEGORIES:Early Literacy,Literacy,Science of Reading,Student Engagement and Motivation
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SUMMARY:Today’s MTSS Classroom: Meeting the Instructional Needs of ALL Students: Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Suzanne Jimenez\, National Director\, Innovation and Insights\, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt; Julie Weatherly\, Esq.\, Owner\, Resolutions in Special Education\, Inc.; Phyllis Wolfram\, Executive Director\, Council of Administrators of Special Education; John Eisenberg\, Executive Director\, NASDSE; Traci Hogan\, Assistant Superintendent for Special Education\, Greenville County Schools (SC); and Scott Rhymer\, Assistant Superintendent for School Leadership\, Greenville County Schools (SC) \nSponsored by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt \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. \nEarly models of MTSS imagined that a relatively small percentage of students would require supplemental support and an even smaller group of students would need intensive intervention to access and progress in the Tier 1 curriculum. Many schools have seen students with significant needs grow substantially in the last few years. Across the country\, districts and schools are implementing strategies and resources to address the substantial diversity of learning needs in the classroom. \nHow do districts and schools provide high-quality\, researched\, and evidence-based instruction and resources to address the needs of all students? What does that look like for students who require tiered support? What does this mean for offering specially designed instruction for students with learning differences? This edLeader Panel offers perspectives about instructional models that promote environments that allow ALL students to accelerate learning. \nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 teachers and school and district leaders. \nView Part 2: MTSS in Action: Designing Inclusive Instruction for Tiered Support \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Suzanne Jimenez\, National Director\, Innovation and Insights for Houghton Mifflin Harcourt\, previously served in Virginia Public Schools and in the American school system in Brazil for a combined 31 years in the roles of teacher\, principal\, supervisor of elementary education\, director of student services\, and director of special education. For nearly ten years she served concurrently as an Adjunct Professor at George Mason University in Special Education in the College of Education and Human Development. She received the Award of Outstanding Leadership from the Virginia Council of Administrators of Special Education and the Arlington Distinguished Leader Award for her role in leading innovation and change. Dr. Jimenez received a doctoral degree from The George Washington University. \n \nJulie J. Weatherly\, Esq. is the owner of Resolutions in Special Education\, Inc.\, a special education law and consulting firm in Alabama. Julie is a member of the State Bars of Alabama and Georgia and for 38 years continues to provide consultation and legal representation to school agencies across the country in the area of educating students with disabilities. She is also a member of the faculty for many national and state legal institutes and is a frequent speaker at special education law conferences. Julie has developed a number of professional development and training programs (in person and virtual) that support special education legal compliance and has been published nationally as a part of her trainings\, workshops\, and seminars. In June of 1996\, Julie appeared on CBS news program 60 Minutes to discuss the cost of meeting the legal requirements of IDEA. In 1998\, she was honored by Georgia’s CEC as the Individual Who had Contributed Most to Students with Disabilities\, and in April 2012\, Julie received the Award for Outstanding Service from the Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE). Julie devotes a good bit of her time consulting and providing professional development sessions for CASE and other state and local school agencies and associations. \n \nPhyllis Wolfram is the Executive Director for CASE\, the Council of Administrators of Special Education\, and resides in Springfield\, Missouri. She has worked in public education for 37 years. Phyllis’ administrative experience spans 29 years in the field of special education administration at the local level. She has been a local special education director in three different districts ranging in size from a small rural district to the largest urban district in the state of Missouri. In addition\, she has experience in the area of gifted education\, Section 504\, ELL\, and early childhood. Phyllis served as the President of CASE from July 2018 to March 1\, 2020\, resigning her position early to assume the role as Executive Director for CASE. She also served as the Chair of the CASE Policy and Legislation Committee for three years\, chaired the CASE Ad Hoc Committee on IDEA Reauthorization in 2010\, and served as a member of the CASE Task Force; Design for the Future\, 2005. Phyllis has also served on the Board of Directors for the Council for Exceptional Children and the CEC IDEA Reauthorization Workgroup. In addition to her work at the national level she has served as the MO-CASE President (2006-2008) and the MO-CEC President (1998). In 2017\, Missouri CASE honored Phyllis with the Distinguished Service Award and in 2018 CASE honored her with the Harrie M. Selznick Distinguished Service Award. \n \nOn December 4\, 2018\, John Eisenberg assumed the role of Executive Director of the National Association of State Directors of Special Education (NASDSE). Before this new role\, John worked in the Office of Special Education and Student Services at the Virginia Department of Education for 15 years\, seven of those as the State Director of Special Education. Throughout his career in special education\, he worked in a variety of other roles including Director of the Virginia Deaf-Blind Project\, Technical Assistance Specialist with the National Technical Assistance Consortium for Deaf-Blindness\, and a classroom teacher for students with developmental disabilities and deaf-blindness. John proudly served on the NASDSE Board of Directors for over four years and became President in 2015. John earned his M.Ed. in severe disabilities from Hunter College at the City University of New York and his B.A. from New York University. He is also a proud graduate of the Virginia LEND program from Virginia Commonwealth University. He comes from a family of teachers and special educators and is very passionate about improving the educational outcomes of children and families across the United States. \n \nTraci M. Hogan\, Assistant Superintendent for Special Education at Greenville County Schools\, holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in communication disorders from Marshall University and holds principal and superintendent certifications in South Carolina. She has 28 years of experience in special education which includes working in the public school system and the private sector. Traci has held leadership roles in small\, medium\, and large school districts across South Carolina. She is currently responsible for special education programming for over 12\,000 students with disabilities in the state’s largest school district. Traci has completed the Education Policy Fellowship Program through the Institute for Educational Leadership and is an alumna of the Riley Institute’s Diversity Leadership Initiative and Furman University’s Women’s Leadership Initiative. Traci is a member of many professional organizations and is currently serving as the Past President for the South Carolina Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development. \n \nScott Rhymer is the Assistant Superintendent for School Leadership at Greenville County Schools. He served as a teacher\, instructional coach\, and assistant principal for curriculum and instruction in three different school districts in South Carolina prior to arriving in Greenville County Schools as Principal of Greer Middle International Baccalaureate School. Scott served Greer Middle for five years and left with all core content scores on state accountability measures with double-digit growth. Scott next served as Principal of Mauldin High School\, the largest high school in Greenville County with just under 2\,300 students. Under Scott’s leadership\, Mauldin achieved over 95% graduation rate in addition to a total revamp of course flow charts\, offering additional opportunities for students who had previously not taken honors\, AP\, and dual-credit classes the opportunity to do so. Scott prides himself to be a high-energy leader with a knowledge of instructional leadership that helps principals reach their potential as building leaders. Scott has the ability to translate achievement data into easily understood language and then build on that understanding to develop strategies to improve learning. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Assessment for Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edLeader Panels\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nThe learners of today will shape the world of tomorrow. HMH brings learning to countless students and teachers—transforming lives\, supporting communities\, and making our society more just and inclusive for all. We offer a connected system of research-backed solutions\, where assessment drives instruction and learning can be personalized to meet students’ needs. Our engaging\, equity-minded content and customized PD are designed to elevate the potential of every learner.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/assessment20240410/
CATEGORIES:Differentiated Instruction,Leadership/Administration,Learning Loss/Acceleration,MTSS
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SUMMARY:The Power of Purposeful Reading Practice Week: Fulfilling the Promise of Reading Interventions: Purposeful Practice at Tiers 2 & 3
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Rachel Brown\, Senior Research Consultant\, Renaissance; and Dr. Alejandra Estrada-Burt\, Principal\, Robbinsdale Spanish Immersion School (MN)\nModerated by Amy Patnoe\, Director of Go-to-Market Readiness\, 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. \nWhen students struggle with reading\, it’s essential to provide evidence-based interventions that allow students the opportunity to practice specific literacy skills. However\, there are many logistical and practical details at both the classroom and building levels that need to be considered for these practice opportunities to be successful. \nView this edWebinar for an in-depth look at how to make reading practice more purposeful in Tiers 2 and 3—for both monolingual students and Emerging bilingual learners. You understand: \n\nWhat questions to ask to identify effective reading supports for each student\nHow purposeful practice within reading interventions should connect to your core curriculum and Tier 1 instruction\nHow to select Tier 2 and Tier 3 reading interventions for Emerging bilingual learners\nHow to ensure students are practicing the right skills—and gaining the most from each intervention\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school and district leaders\, reading directors and coaches\, curriculum directors\, and instructional coaches. \nThis edWebinar is part of the Power of Purposeful Reading Practice Week. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Rachel Brown earned her Ph.D. in school psychology and special education at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. She joined FastBridge\, now part of Renaissance\, in 2015\, where she currently serves as a Senior Research Consultant. Dr. Brown is also a Professor of Educational and School Psychology Emerita at the University of Southern Maine. Her research focuses on effective reading instruction and assessment within a Multi-Tiered System of Support. \n \nAlejandra Estrada-Burt\, Ed.D. is Principal of Robbinsdale Spanish Immersion School in New Hope\, MN. A native Spanish speaker\, Dr. Estrada-Burt previously served as an English language learner teacher\, behavior interventionist\, and assistant principal. She earned her educational doctorate from Hamline University\, as well as a Master of Education in second languages and cultures from the University of Minnesota. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nAmy Patnoe\, M.S.Ed. is Director of Go-to-Market Readiness 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 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 \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/literacyhero20240411/
CATEGORIES:Education Research/Evidence,ELL/ESL Language Acquisition,Literacy,MTSS,Reading Skills
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SUMMARY:Empower Your Students to be Cybersecurity Champions
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Laurie Salvail\, Executive Director\, CYBER.ORG\nModerated by Jennifer Ehehalt\, Sr. Education Manager\, Common Sense Education \nSponsored by Common Sense Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin Jennifer Ehehalt\, Sr. Education Manager\, Common Sense Education\, and Laurie Salvail\, Executive Director\, CYBER.ORG\, for a session packed with resources and strategies to confidently teach cybersecurity to your students. You will leave with a toolkit of engaging lesson plans\, activities\, and resources to make online safety fun and informative. \nIn this edWebinar you discover: \n\nReady-to-use resources – A variety of lesson plans\, activities\, and tools that fit seamlessly into your curriculum\nHow to build strong digital citizens – Equip students with the knowledge and skills they need to navigate the online world safely. We’ll cover topics like strong password creation\, private vs. personal information\, identifying phishing attempts\, and much more\nStrategies for confident instruction – Gain practical tips and techniques for delivering engaging cybersecurity lessons seamlessly in your classroom\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle school teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, and education technology leaders. \nThis work was made possible with the generous support of Craig Newmark Philanthropies. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nLaurie Salvail is the Executive Director of CYBER.ORG\, a cybersecurity workforce development organization that targets K-12 students with cyber-career awareness\, curricular resources\, and teacher development funded by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s Cybersecurity Education and Training Assistance Program grant. With over 12 years of classroom experience\, Laurie works to bring cyber education to K-12 teachers across the country through innovative\, impactful\, research-based education strategies. Laurie received a Bachelor of Science in business administration and management from McNeese State University\, a teaching certification from Louisiana State University in Shreveport\, a Master of Education in education leadership and administration from Louisiana State University\, and is currently working on her Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction at Louisiana State University. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nAs Sr. Education 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/commonsense20240411/
CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity,Digital Citizenship,Digital Literacy,Privacy and Security
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SUMMARY:Fine and Gross Motor Fun: Supporting Academic Readiness in Early Childhood and Children with Autism
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Laura Dowdy\, Occupational Therapist\, Humble Independent School District (TX); and Katy Mercier\, Manager of Professional Learning\, Stages Learning Materials \nSponsored by Stages Learning \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nWant to know why fine and gross motor development is so critical for early childhood learners? Join this edWebinar to better understand the importance of motor development and how to support academic readiness for our youngest students with disabilities. Viewers learn the science behind motor development and the positive impact that can be made by creating a movin’-and-groovin’ classroom for students. \nViewers also leave with fine and gross motor resources\, tips\, and activities that can be incorporated into early childhood classrooms starting tomorrow. Plus\, the presenters celebrate the announcement of Stages Learning’s 2024 ARIS Thrive Grant Winners in conjunction with Autism Acceptance Month! \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to early childhood teachers and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nLaura Dowdy has been an occupational therapist for 23 years in a variety of practice settings. She worked with adult neurological rehabilitation supporting recovery in patients after a stroke\, traumatic brain injury\, or spinal cord injury. After she had her own children\, her focus shifted to pediatrics in both the outpatient and inpatient settings addressing sensory\, motor\, and perceptual needs. She started school-based practice in 2011 and is now the Director of Responsive Services (Dyslexia/Dysgraphia and Section 504). She helped develop the testing and intervention components for dysgraphia in Humble ISD beginning in 2015. \n \nKaty Mercier has over 14 years of experience in early childhood special education. She began her career as a classroom teacher for early childhood special education students in self-contained and inclusive settings. After teaching for 10 years\, Katy moved into an early childhood specialist role where she supported teachers in the classroom\, assisted with special education program placement and development\, and provided professional development for teachers and paraprofessionals across the district. Katy now works as a Manager of Professional Learning at Stages Learning Materials\, where she provides training for districts using the ARIS curriculum in their special education and early childhood programs. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Teaching Students with Autism community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nFor 25 years\, STAGES® Learning has been dedicated to creating quality teaching tools to help educators provide the best learning opportunities for students on the autism spectrum. Since our first product\, Language Builder: Picture Cards\, was introduced in 1997\, millions of children around the world have benefited from our products. Today\, STAGES’ offerings include award-winning\, photo-based teaching tools\, manipulatives\, games\, puzzles\, posters and sensory items\, culminating in our recently launched complete curriculum for children with autism or other cognitive delays. STAGES’ online learning platform\, releasing in time for fall 2022\, will provide a digital option to ensure educators can support learners with autism and language delays in even more ways.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/autism20240411/
CATEGORIES:Autism,Early Childhood Learning,PreK-K Programs,Special Education
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SUMMARY:Restorative Discipline That Works: 2024’s Best Practices and Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kamilah Drummond-Forrester\, Equity Leader\, Founder and Principal Consultant\, KDRUMM Consulting LLC; Colleen Martin\, Principal\, Shoreline Middle School (CA); and Dr. Soundhari Balaguru\, Clinical Psychologist and Founder\, Integrated SEL\nModerated by Jessica Berlinski\, Director of PreK-12 Education\, Ripple Effects \nSponsored by Ripple Effects \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. \nJoin CASEL’s 2023 Mary Utne O’Brien Award winner\, equity and social justice leader Kamilah Drummond-Forrester\, 2024 California Distinguished School award-winning principal Colleen Martin\, and clinical psychologist and restorative practices consultant Dr. Soundhari Balaguru as they share insights\, best practices\, and tools to improve behavior and strengthen relationships through restorative work. \nIn this edLeader Panel\, viewers learn: \n\nThe three things that MUST be in place for restorative practices to work\nAlternative-to-suspension strategies and tools to help identify and address the causes of learners’ behavior (so it doesn’t repeat)\nThe award-winning “bookmark” restorative practice: how it can reduce your referrals to zero while increasing instruction time\nThe concrete next steps you can take to create an equitable\, trauma-informed culture of respect at your site\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to PreK-12 school and district leaders\, deans\, teachers\, school counselors and social workers\, federal program coordinators\, and those involved in supporting students’ and families’ behavioral and mental health. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nKamilah Drummond-Forrester is a nationally recognized thought leader\, speaker\, consultant\, and workshop presenter on SEL and social justice. As the founder and Principal Consultant at KDRUMM Consulting LLC\, she leverages her expertise in transformative social and emotional learning (tSEL) and equity to partner with school districts\, out-of-school-time organizations\, and NGOs to support strategic thinking\, program development\, and implementation. Kamilah was recently recognized by CASEL as a Social Emotional Leader of 2023\, awarding her the Mary Utne O’Brien Award for Excellence in Expanding Evidence-Based Practice of Social and Emotional Learning. She is the board chair of SEL4MA\, a state social and emotional learning advocacy organization. Kamilah has a BA in psychology and African American studies from Brandeis University and a master’s and Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS) in vocational rehabilitation counseling from Assumption College. \n \nColleen Martin is a dedicated educational leader with over three decades of experience at Shoreline Middle School in the Live Oak School District. For 14 years\, she served as the Assistant Principal\, and for the past decade\, she has held the position of Principal. Under Colleen’s leadership\, Shoreline Middle School has achieved remarkable accolades\, solidifying its reputation as a beacon of educational excellence and equity. In 2023\, the school was honored with both California and National School to Watch designations. Building on this success\, Shoreline was further recognized as a California Distinguished School in 2024. Central to Shoreline’s success are its signature practices\, which include its restorative discipline practices with “bookmarks\,” which promote positive behavior and foster a supportive school climate. \n \nDr. Soundhari Balaguru is a clinical psychologist and founder of Integrated SEL\, a coaching\, training\, and consulting business that supports educators to center social-emotional wellness and belonging to shift school culture and climate. She helps schools integrate social-emotional learning\, restorative discipline\, culturally affirming practices\, and educator wellness so that a restorative lens is not a theory\, but lives dynamically throughout the school day. Her child-centered approach\, paired with a systems perspective\, provides educators with practical tools for engagement and implementation. After working in schools for 18+ years\, she believes that for students to meet their full potential\, schools need to prioritize relationships\, validate and affirm their students’ identities\, and support students and adults to grow and learn from their mistakes. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nJessica Berlinski is the Director of PreK-12 Education for Ripple Effects\, an innovative social-change enterprise focused on leveraging personalized SEL to improve students’ behavior and academics and achieve educational equity. She brings over a decade of experience leading organizations dedicated to supporting the “whole child” through academic and SEL tools and programs to her work. Jessica co-founded and served as Chief Impact Officer of SEL tech start-ups\, If You Can and Centervention (formerly Personalized Learning Games). In these roles\, she commercialized the first evidence-based SEL assessment and learning game for K-12\, and the first SEL iPad game for the consumer marketplace. Previously\, she served as Managing Director of GameDesk\, a Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation-funded non-profit focused on innovative learning models\, and as National Director of Character Counts. Jessica speaks on technology and SEL at education and social-change conferences nationally\, and her work has been featured on National Public Radio\, and in Forbes and Newsweek. She graduated from Northwestern University with a B.A. in philosophy. \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\nRipple Effects is the only digital SEL and mental health program for students and staff that is proven to improve student behavior\, academics and SEL skills\, and reduce drop-out rates and depression scores. The CASEL aligned Ripple Effects program empowers K-12 learners to build resiliency assets around their personal needs and traumas via over 400 interactive lessons (e.g. anxiety\, loneliness\, getting help\, unplanned change\, substance abuse).
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/sel20240411/
CATEGORIES:Culture of Belonging,Equity,Leadership/Administration,Mental Health and Wellness,Social-Emotional Learning
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SUMMARY:AI Innovation in Educational Leadership: A New Era of Transformation
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Felicia Lott\, Supervisor of Elementary Education\, Secaucus Public School District (NJ); and Amanda Wargocki\, Assistant Principal\, Secaucus High School (NJ)\nModerated by Lisa Schmucki\, Founder and CEO\, edWeb.net \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin us for a fantastic edWebinar with Felicia Lott and Amanda Wargocki\, innovative administrators from Secaucus Public School District (NJ)\, to kick off a series of “AI Friday Happy Hours” on how educators and solution providers are using artificial intelligence. \nIn today’s swiftly changing educational environment\, the power of AI stands out as a pivotal factor in shaping the future of educational leadership. The presenters provide a deep dive into the multifaceted applications of AI in leadership tasks such as student data analysis\, personalized learning\, schedule optimization\, resource allocation\, communication enhancements\, and more. Viewers gain a holistic understanding of AI’s capabilities\, benefits\, real-world examples\, implications\, and best practices. This session promises actionable insights to effectively harness AI\, fostering improved administrative efficiency and enhanced student outcomes. Join us to envision and embrace the AI-driven future of education. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nFelicia Lott is the Supervisor of Elementary Education for Secaucus Public Schools (NJ). Her background consists of a wide range of experiences. Felicia graduated from Rowan University with a Bachelor of Arts in elementary education\, special education\, and mathematics. Additionally\, she has a Master of Arts in teaching middle grades mathematics and a Master of Arts in educational leadership from Montclair State University. \nShe was the recipient of the New Jersey Governor’s Educator of the Year Award and the national Peary Award for Innovative Explorer from Pear Deck. Felicia has experience executing professional development workshops at national and local conferences\, providing technical support\, monitoring program progress\, and communicating districtwide events and information with the school community. Felicia enjoys piloting new programs\, exploring new technology resources\, and collaborating with the school community to promote student achievement. She is excited to share new technology tools and resources to enhance productivity for educational leaders.  \n \nAmanda Wargocki\, Assistant Principal at Secaucus High School (NJ)\, is a graduate of the Ramapo College of New Jersey where she majored in history and education. She then earned her master’s degrees in both educational technology and educational leadership from Ramapo College. She was the recipient of the New Jersey Governor’s Educator of the Year Award for Secaucus Middle School. She has also been a guest speaker at the NJEA Convention for her work on anti-bullying curricula\, at Rutgers University for the National Council for Social Studies discussing curriculum development on September 11. Her students were featured in an HBO documentary produced by award-winning director Amy Schatz titled What Happened on September 11? Amanda has a wide range of experience developing and executing professional development sessions for her district and other local conferences\, providing ongoing support to the school community. \nJoin the Artificial Intelligence in Education community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\n  \n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ai20240412/
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Leadership/Administration,Technology Infrastructure
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SUMMARY:True Inclusion with Universal Design for Learning: Designing to the Edges
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Patti Kelly Ralabate\, Executive Director\, PKR Professional Learning \nSponsored by Brookes Publishing \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nWhat can we do when learners underperform or don’t seem to “fit in?” Instead of stigmatizing learners with underperforming or isolating labels\, there’s a better way. Implementing the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework guides educators to transform marginalizing and inflexible classrooms into welcoming\, culturally responsive\, and supportive learning environments where every learner achieves and feels a sense of belonging. \nJoin UDL expert Dr. Patti Kelly Ralabate for this edWebinar to learn how educators can apply the UDL framework with an equity lens. Gain insights and access to resources from her new book\, True Inclusion with UDL: Designing to the Edges to Reach Every Learner. During this session\, viewers: \n\nDefine “True Inclusion” and the why\, what\, and how of “designing to the edges”\nReplace the myth of the average learner with a new understanding of diversity and equity\nExplore how the UDL framework integrated with culturally responsive practices creates equity-based learning environments\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is a must for PreK-12 general educators\, special educators and related service professionals\, and higher education faculty. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nAs Executive Director of PKR Professional Learning\, Dr. Patti Kelly Ralabate works with educators who are transforming their instruction to create inclusive learning environments that better meet the needs of all learners. She has nearly three decades of teaching experience as a speech-language pathologist in Connecticut public schools and as a faculty member for the George Washington University in Washington\, D.C.\, and served for nearly a decade as the Special Education Policy Analyst for the National Education Association. \nAs Director of Implementation at CAST\, Dr. Ralabate guided a Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation initiative on UDL implementation\, and as Director of the National Center on UDL\, she was instrumental in building access to a storehouse of professional learning resources. Dr. Ralabate is the author of several professional bestsellers\, including True Inclusion with UDL: Designing to the Edges to Reach Every Learner (Paul H. Brookes\, 2024); Your UDL Lesson Planner: The Step-by-Step Guide for Teaching All Learners (Paul H. Brookes\, 2016); Culturally Responsive Design for English Learners: The UDL Approach (with Loui Lord Nelson\, CAST\, 2017); and Your UDL Journey: A Systems Approach to Transforming Instruction (with Liz Berquist\, CAST\, 2018). \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Teaching All Students: Practical Strategies for Inclusive Classrooms community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nFounded in 1978\, Brookes is an independent\, highly respected educational publishing company with a strong focus on helping all people—with and without disabilities—reach their potential. We publish 50+ new titles a year on screening and assessment\, early intervention\, inclusive and special education\, autism and other disabilities\, literacy\, behavior\, communication\, and more.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/inclusiveeducation20240415/
CATEGORIES:Culturally Responsive Teaching,Equity,Universal Design for Learning
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SUMMARY:Teaching Reading Fluency: The Art and Science Behind It
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Tim Rasinski\, Ph.D.\, Professor Emeritus of Literacy Education at Kent State University\, and Author; and Chase Young\, Ph.D.\, Author\, Professor in the School of Teaching and Learning at Sam Houston State University\, and Editor of Literacy Research and Instruction\nModerated by Kim Carlton\, Senior Academic Officer\, Teacher Created Materials \nSponsored by Teacher Created Materials \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nIn the recent Science of Reading movement\, a notable emphasis has been placed on phonics\, yet a focus on developing reading fluency is just as crucial. In this edWebinar\, Drs. Tim Rasinski and Chase Young define reading fluency and its role in the development of proficient readers. \nThey also present innovative and creative methods that are rooted in science for teaching fluency in the classroom and intervention settings. These include various types of fluency practices and texts that are particularly useful in developing all aspects of fluency. Scientific evidence of the effectiveness of such approaches for improving fluency AND reading comprehension are also shared. In this edWebinar\, viewers: \n\nDiscover a more complete understanding of reading fluency\nGain actionable approaches for making effective fluency instruction an integral part of classroom and intervention instruction in grades 1-8\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to elementary through middle school teachers and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nTimothy Rasinski\, Ph.D. is the author of numerous best-selling books\, articles\, and curriculum programs on literacy education. He is Professor Emeritus\, Literacy Education\, at Kent State University where he previously directed the university’s award-winning reading clinic (Camp Read-A-Lot). A former elementary and middle school classroom teacher and reading specialist\, Dr. Rasinski is well known for his work on word study and reading fluency. \n \nChase Young\, Ph.D. is a Professor in the School of Teaching and Learning at Sam Houston State University. He is an editor of Literacy Research and Instruction\, previously served as editor of the Texas Journal of Literacy Education\, and is founding editor of the Journal of Teacher Action Research. A former elementary school teacher and reading specialist\, Dr. Young’s research focuses on developing reading fluency and supporting struggling readers. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nKim Carlton currently serves as a Senior Academic Officer for Teacher Created Materials\, where she works with teachers in a variety of areas including literacy and writing instruction to help teachers infuse reading and writing instruction into their daily instruction. Kim provides professional development and training on TCM curriculum materials\, Shell Education professional resources\, and best instructional practices for districts\, teachers\, and educational trainers. Kim’s extensive teaching background includes ten years as a classroom teacher\, an instructional coach\, a literacy coach\, and a curriculum director. She is a Diamond-Level Abydos Writing Trainer\, the 2005 Secondary Teacher of the Year for her district\, and contributed an article to Teacher Magazine. \nJoin the Build Educator Capacity and Boost Student Achievement community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edLeader Panels\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nTeacher Created Materials develops innovative and imaginative educational materials and services for students worldwide. Everything we do is created by teachers for teachers and students to make teaching more effective and learning more fun. Join us on our mission to create a world where children truly want to learn.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/building-educator-capacity20240415/
CATEGORIES:Education Research/Evidence,Literacy,Reading Skills,Student Achievement
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