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SUMMARY:Elementary Inquiry: K-12 Vertical Alignment for Teaching Research Skills to Our Youngest Learners
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Michelle Luhtala\, Library Department Chair\, New Canaan High School\, CT; Samantha Bremekamp\, Media Specialist & Innovation Facilitator\, Shrewsbury Borough School\, NJ; and Jim Knox\, Curator of Education at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo \nSponsored by Mackin Educational Resources \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nRaising the bar on equity demands that all learners leave high school equipped with inquiry skills that will empower them to pursue civic reasoning throughout their adult life. At edWeb.net/emergingtech\, we frequently focus on inquiry instruction for middle and high school students. In this session\, we walk that learning way back to the elementary years. How can we prepare our elementary learners for success throughout their inquiry journey? Please watch Michelle Luhtala for a conversation with Samantha Bremekamp\, Media Specialist & Innovation Facilitator at Shrewsbury Borough School in New Jersey and Jim Knox\, Curator of Education at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo to look at inquiry projects to participate in a discussion about inquiry for young learners. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to grades K-12 educators across subject areas.  \n \nAbout the Presenters \nMichelle Luhtala\, Library Department Chair at New Canaan High School in Connecticut\, was one of five school librarians named as a “Mover and Shaker” by Library Journal in 2015. She is the winner of the 2011 “I Love My Librarian” Award and the Library Association’s 2010 Outstanding Librarian Award. The New Canaan High School Library won AASL’s National School Library Program of the year in 2010. Follow Michelle on Twitter @mluhtala. \n \nSamantha Bremekamp is a media specialist and innovation facilitator at Shrewsbury Borough School in New Jersey\, going into her fifth year in these roles. Prior to that\, while obtaining her master’s degree in library and information science and her teaching credentials\, Samantha worked as a reference librarian in a modest-sized 27-branch library system. Inquiry has always been important to her as has her ability and doggedness to get down to the facts. Before becoming a librarian\, Samantha was an assistant director at NYU\, where she worked with undergraduates and graduates. It was there that she realized how education was lacking that inquiry drive due to a massive loss of school librarians. Determined to help change that\, Samantha went back to school and found a job working with preK through 8th-grade students. Having an ability to ask questions and a foundation to find the answers is vital to pursuing civic reasoning through high school\, college\, and adulthood. \n \nJim Knox is a TEDx Speaker with more than 3\,000 presentations to his credit. As a wildlife expert and keynote speaker\, he revels in sharing his passion for working with the world’s most remarkable animals to transport audiences into his wild world. Early on\, Jim realized he had a unique opportunity to partner with others to save the world’s wildlife through the power of the spoken word. A graduate of Cornell University\, Jim has written for PBS television and appeared on The Today Show\, The CBS Early Show\, and Fox News\, and has been featured in the New York Times. \n  \nJoin the Emerging Tech for Schools and Libraries community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nMackin is one of the top providers of library and classroom materials for grades PK-12. Working with over 18\,000 publishers and a database of nearly 3 million printed titles\, and more than 1.9 million digital titles\, Mackin supplies print books\, eBooks\, online educational databases\, audiobooks and video resources to schools around the globe.
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SUMMARY:Summer Learning Through Our Public Libraries in a Time of COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Carrie Lane\, Youth Services Coordinator\, Allegheny County Library Association\, PA; and Cristina Mitra\, Family Engagement Coordinator\, San Francisco Public Library\, CA\nHosted by Jennifer Ehehalt\, Sr Regional Manager\, Common Sense Education \nSponsored by Common Sense Education \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nMany families rely on their public libraries during the summertime. In a time of a pandemic\, public libraries will be closed during the summer months\, and that includes the wonderful face-to-face programming they offer to their communities. How will the pandemic change traditional summer programs in libraries across the nation? What does a summer learning or summer reading program look like now? What can libraries offer that engage kids\, relieve families\, and restore communities? We invite you to learn how Allegheny County Public Libraries and San Francisco Public Library are reimagining summer programs as a result of the coronavirus. \nThis edWebinar equips school administrators and classroom educators of all grade levels with resources for families. It provides public librarians with strategies and resources to consider as you pivot to online programming in your communities. We hope you will watch—there’s something for everyone. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to librarians and teachers of all grade levels. \n \nAbout the Presenter \nCarrie Lane is the youth services coordinator at the Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA) in Pittsburgh\, Pennsylvania. In this position\, she develops partnerships\, creates programming\, plans professional development\, and provides consultation with the 46 county libraries\, 72 locations. Prior to joining the team at ACLA\, Carrie was the director of the North Versailles Public Library and the Teen Librarian/Marketing and Fundraising Coordinator at Western Allegheny Community Library. She is a graduate of La Roche College and Kent State University. \n \nCristina E. Mitra is the family engagement coordinator for San Francisco Public Library where she curates city-wide STEM and cultural programs for youth and families\, including SFPL’s annual summer learning program. Prior to this\, she embodied her passion for Spanish bilingual services as a children’s librarian serving low-income families. A certified Brazelton Touchpoints trainer\, she was honored to be part of California State Library’s groundbreaking Touchpoints in Libraries cohort. An active member of the Association of Library Service to Children (ALSC) since 2013\, she most recently served on the 2020 Belpré Book Award Committee. \n \nAbout the Host \nJennifer Ehehalt is the Pittsburgh Regional Manager at Common Sense Education. Jennifer has over 20 years of experience in education. She continues to partner with state-level organizations\, school districts\, and community organizations across the nation to help integrate Common Sense education resources. Jennifer provides educational leadership through consultation with school districts\, professional development (both in-person and virtual)\, conference presentations\, and parent universities. Jennifer sits on the Advisory Council for Kidsburgh and is a champion for Remake Learning Days Across America. Jennifer has a B.S. in elementary education and an M.Ed. in educational leadership. Jennifer was recently named 2019 Alumni of the Year from Edinboro University. \n \nJoin the Digital Learning & Leadership community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nCommon Sense Education develops high-quality digital citizenship programs and digital teaching resources\, providing educators and students with the digital learning tools they need to harness the power of technology for life.
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SUMMARY:Academic Language: Unlocking the Language Advantage for All Students
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Debra Hopkins\, Director of Instructional Design\, Language & Literacy\, Imagine Learning \nSponsored by Imagine Learning \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \n“Academic language is the lifeblood of success in schools\,” according to Dr. Jeff Zwiers of Stanford University\, and “Academic English is a second language for nearly everyone\,” according to Dr. Lily Wong Fillmore\, professor emerita at Berkeley University. \nThe truth is\, all students are language learners\, and all teachers are language teachers. Even those students whose first language is English must continue to learn the specific registers of language required in academic settings\, in science\, social studies\, and mathematics. In this edWebinar\, we will shine a spotlight on research around the important role language plays in all learning and explore high leverage practices that aim to accelerate language development for all students\, across all subject areas. Participants will leave this edWebinar with concrete ideas and classroom-tested strategies for accelerating the development of discipline-specific and high-leverage academic language for all students. \nThis edWebinar will be of interest to kindergarten through middle school teachers and school and district leaders.  \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDebra Hopkins serves as Director of Instructional Design\, Language & Literacy at Imagine Learning. She is a mission-driven educator who is devoted to accelerating high levels of language and literacy achievement for all students. Born into a family of educators\, Debra completed her M.Ed. in Reading/ESL at Texas Woman’s University and began her career as a third-grade classroom teacher in the Dallas ISD. She dove into the challenges with great enthusiasm and\, in her second year as a teacher\, Debra was named district-wide ESL “Teacher of the Year”. Before joining Imagine Learning\, Debra was deeply engaged with urban school districts nationwide\, coordinating projects designed to raise expectations and instructional rigor\, improve instructional materials\, and launch a professional learning tool designed to build capacity for teaching at higher levels of rigor. She also worked in the EL Office of Metro Nashville Public Schools\, where she served as EL Coordinator of Professional Learning and instructional coach. \n  \nJoin the Language and Literacy community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nImagine Learning provides personalized and proven digital education for students from pre-K to eighth grade.
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SUMMARY:Prevent Learning Loss and Accelerate Growth for All Students: A Whole Child Approach
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kate Pechacek\, M.Ed. C&I\, Solutions Engineer\, Illuminate Education \nSponsored by Illuminate Education \nWATCH THE EDWBEINAR RECORDING\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nDistricts today are focused on providing connection\, well-being\, and remote learning for students while simultaneously anticipating significant academic and social-emotional needs in the fall due to COVID-19. Educators can take action today to prevent learning loss now and create a flexible plan to help each learner recover lost ground and significantly grow throughout the coming school year. \nJoin us for an edWebinar that will help your team take a data-driven approach to making equitable\, expedited decisions to support whole child needs (academic\, social-emotional\, and behavioral)—whether in a remote or onsite environment. \nIn this edWebinar\, participants will: \n\nLearn to employ key data practices this spring to monitor student well-being and learning while also setting up for proactive student supports in the fall\nUnpack how key assessments provide visibility and clarity into each student’s needs (even remotely) and enable educators to align targeted whole child supports\, monitor progress\, and make in-the-moment decisions that accelerate learning and growth\nExplore a tiered framework for using instructional and intervention supports in a way that meets students’ needs without depleting resources or debilitating effectiveness\n\nThis edWebinar will be of interest to kindergarten through high school teachers\, school and district leaders\, assessment leaders\, instructional coaches\, data analysts\, data specialists\, and assessment specialists.  \n \nAbout the Presenter \nKate Pechacek is Director of Solutions Engineering at Illuminate Education and has nearly 25 years of experience in teaching and learning. She started out in the classroom as a secondary math teacher before taking on roles as Secondary Curriculum Coordinator\, District-Wide MTSS Coordinator\, and Director of Secondary Education. At Illuminate\, she works with educators nationwide to help them deepen and enrich their approaches to equity and leveraging data to support each student. \n \nJoin the Assessment for Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nIlluminate Education partners with K-12 educators to equip them with data to serve the whole child and reach new levels of student performance. Our solution brings together holistic data and collaborative tools and puts them in the hands of educators. Illuminate supports over 17 million students and 5200 districts/schools.
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SUMMARY:Special Education: What COVID-19 Has Taught Us and How We Can Take Lessons Learned Into Re-Entry
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Eric Tucker\, Executive Director\, Brooklyn Laboratory Charter Schools\, NY; Anisa Phillip\, SPED Coordinator\, Brooklyn Laboratory Charter Schools\, NY; and Megan Gross\, Special Education Teacher\, Poway Unified School District\, CA\nHosted by Barbara Pape\, Policy and Communications Director\, Learner Variability Project\, Digital Promise \nSponsored by Digital Promise \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nAs COVID-19 ravaged the world\, teachers and parents have turned on a dime to maintain their students’ learning journey. It hasn’t been easy. Challenges have particularly presented themselves in the special education community. How can we do IEPs online? Can teletherapy really work? What happens when a student loses their classroom aide and parents are essential workers so not available to support their children during the school day? Where are the programs to help students\, parents\, and teachers manage stress and grief? What will re-entry look like for the complex learners as schools begin to re-open\, with the potential for more closings in the fall and winter? \nIn this edWebinar\, we discuss the new realities of online learning for broad groups of students in special education. We outline the challenges\, the bright spots where new ways of teaching and learning have been effective\, and ways to build bridges to the future of special education. \nIn this edWebinar\, we: \n\nDiscuss ways teachers and administrators are tackling online learning\, including fulfilling IEP mandates for students.\nPresent the many bright spots of the current home-based learning. For example\, the increased partnerships being formed between parent and teacher.\nExplore how lessons learned can help reimagine education as students reenter the schoolhouse.\nShowcase some of the free resources available for families and teachers to use to advance home-based learning for students in special education\nProvide information on a new coalition\, the Educate All Learners Alliance (EALA)\, that curates and shares special education resources and builds community.\n\nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders of all grade levels. \n \nAbout the Presenters \nEric Tucker is co-founder and executive director at Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School (LAB). He was the director at the Federal Reserve Bank of NY. As managing director of Catalyst Strategy\, Eric led school design and implementation work for clients including Ascend\, Excel\, and Building Excellent Schools. As CAO and executive director of the National Association for Urban Debate Leagues\, Eric grew a national network serving 450 urban schools. Eric taught argumentation and debate in Providence and Chicago. Eric has a Doctorate from Oxford University. \n \nAnisa Phillip is a special education coordinator at Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School (LAB). She began teaching at Hudde Middle School as a literacy specialist for ExpandEDSchools. She then served as a Math Fellow at InnovateEDU and completed a teacher residency at LAB. Anisa has taught 6th- and 7th- grade ELA\, writing\, and history to students in a 12-1-1 setting\, where she scaffolded instruction to support student needs and encourage growth. She has a B.A. from John Jay and an M.A. in education from Relay Graduate School of Education. \n\n \nMegan Gross is a special education teacher on special assignment in the Poway Unified School District. She has taught and facilitated inclusive education for students with disabilities at both the elementary and secondary level for thirteen years. Megan is the co-author of The Inclusion Toolbox and ParaEducate. She is the 2017 California Teacher of the Year. \n \nAbout the Host \nBarbara Pape is the policy and communications director for the Learner Variability Project at Digital Promise. She has 20 years’ experience in strategic communications\, writing\, and policy analysis\, primarily in education. Previously\, she served as the executive producer of the award-winning Teaching & Learning conference\, sponsored by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards\, where she developed content and oversaw outreach and communications. As a writer\, she has written for numerous publications\, including Harvard University\, the National Education Goals Panel (U.S. Department of Education) and Parents magazine. Barbara also served as editor and publisher of the first electronically delivered education newsletter\, the Daily Report Card. She served on the Advisory Board of the Kennedy Center’s Intersection of Arts Education and Special Education Committee\, serves as a judge for the Miliken-Penn Graduate School of Education Business Plan competition\, and is on the Boards at the Education Writers Association and Potentia. She earned an Ed.M. at Harvard University’s Graduate School of Education and launched her career as a middle school language arts teacher. \nClosed Captioning will be added within two weeks of the live event.  \nJoin the Personalize Learning for Learner Variability community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nDigital Promise was created with the mission to accelerate innovation in education to improve opportunities to learn.
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SUMMARY:How to Create Daily Schedules to Support Home-Based Learning for Students with Autism
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Heli Vires-Collins\, M.A.\, BCBA/COBA\, Behavior Analyst\, Monarch Center for Autism; and Amee Jones\, RBT\, Behavior Specialist\, Monarch Center for Autism \nSponsored by Monarch Center for Autism\, STAR Autism Support\, and VizZle \nWatch the Recording\n\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nMany individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder thrive on routine\, predictability\, and structure. The COVID-19 pandemic\, an unexpected and unprecedented situation\, has significantly changed our daily structures and routines\, and it has added unwanted schedule-gaps. Online schooling asks parents to engage their children in learning activities while simultaneously managing their jobs and perhaps their other children’s education in the home. New routines must be learned. Additionally\, many fun activities students typically enjoy are now inaccessible due to the pandemic. Schedules are tools that help structure the day\, teach new routines\, and assist with challenging behaviors. This edWebinar will teach you about the different types of schedules and when to use each of them. Moreover\, it will teach you how to create and implement schedules that your students with autism will follow. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of benefit to preK through high school teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, therapists\, and aides.  \n \nAbout the Presenters \nHeli Vires-Collins is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst and a Certified Ohio Behavior Analyst. She received both her Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in psychology from Cleveland State University and completed Behavior Analysis coursework at Florida Institute of Technology. She has worked at Monarch Center for Autism for more than three years. Prior to joining Monarch’s Behavior Team\, Heli provided in-home behavior consultation. Heli has twelve years of experience working with students on the autism spectrum including work as a paraprofessional at Avon Lake City Schools. When Heli isn’t working or reading up on the latest behavior analytic research\, she enjoys tending to her garden with her family and walking her rescue dogs. \n \nAmee Jones is a Registered Behavior Technician certified through the BACB. In June\, Amee will graduate with her master’s degree in special education with an emphasis in applied behavior analysis from Brandman University. Following her graduation\, Amee plans to sit for the Behavior Analysis Certification Board exam. She has worked as a Behavior Specialist at the Monarch Center for Autism for nearly two years. Prior to joining Monarch’s Behavior Team\, Amee provided behavior support to families in their homes. Amee has four years of professional experience working with clients diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Amee is also a military spouse and parent to two school-aged children\, both diagnosed with ASD. During her free time\, Amee enjoys camping and fishing with her family as well as discovering unique places to visit. \n  \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\nMonarch Center for Autism\, a division of Bellefaire JCB\, is located in Cleveland\, Ohio. Monarch offers a comprehensive array of programs and services for individuals ages three through adulthood with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Highlights\, which incorporate Monarch’s visual language treatment model\, include a preschool; day school for children\, adolescents & young adults; transition education program; summer & extended school year programs; therapeutic residential treatment program; adult vocational & supported living programs; and community training. \n \nSTAR Autism Support (SAS) provides curriculum materials\, workshops and training to school and agency staff who work with students with autism. Our mission is to help others successfully implement research-based applied behavior analysis (ABA) techniques. We want every child with autism to receive effective instruction! \n \nVizZle provides a library of more than 14\,000 lessons and the tools and media to customize them or create your own from scratch. The lessons can be tailored to any grade level\, assigned to any student\, and played on iPad or Android tablets\, laptop or desktop computers. Data is tracked automatically. This award-winning software is developed collaboratively with educators.
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SUMMARY:Engagement by Design: Creating Virtual Learning Environments Where Students Thrive
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Doug Fisher\, Professor of Educational Leadership\, San Diego State University \nSponsored by Achieve3000 \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nEvery teacher wants engaged students. No student wants to be bored. So why isn’t every learning environment teeming with discussion and activity centered on the day’s learning expectations? \nIn this edWebinar\, Doug Fisher discusses a framework for making daily improvements in engaging your students\, highlighting opportunities that offer the greatest benefit in the least amount of time. Participants will learn how focusing on relationships\, clarity\, and challenge can make all the difference in forging a real connection with students. \nViewers will learn about: \n\nHow getting to know each student a little better can fundamentally change the classroom dynamics—and how to do that\nWhat it means to be an “intentionally inviting” teacher\, and how it gives you an advantage in creating an environment conducive to learning\nHow to bring more clarity to key aspects of your work—and how it can reap substantial rewards for you and your students\nHow opening the culture to student voice—listening to students—is linked to academic motivation\, and how to use it to shape your day-to-day planning\nThe best ways to increase learning for your students\, boosting the proportional value of their school year\n\nThis recorded edWebinar will be of benefit to all educators of K-12 grade levels. \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Doug Fisher\, Professor of Educational Leadership at San Diego State University\, is a member of the California Reading Hall of Fame and is the recipient of an International Reading Association Celebrate Literacy Award\, the Farmer Award for excellence in writing from the National Council of Teachers of English\, and a Christa McAuliffe Award for excellence in teacher education. He has published numerous articles on improving student achievement\, as well as several books. He is a board member of the International Reading Association and a past board member of the Literacy Research Association. \n  \nJoin the Differentiating Instruction with Educational Technology community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nAt Achieve3000®\, we believe literacy is the key to unlocking student success. Since 2001\, we have partnered with schools and districts to accelerate literacy growth for all students with our flagship PRO platform for differentiated literacy instruction. Now we also offer Smarty Ants® for personalized foundational literacy and Actively Learn™ for secondary curriculum depth. Together\, our solutions help all PreK-adult learners increase their college and career readiness and reach their full potential.
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SUMMARY:Combining Powers: How Educators and Families Can Prepare Students for Kindergarten
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Roxanne Thompson\, OTR; and Katrina Erickson\, OTR\nHosted by Zoë Maurer\, Sr. Marketing Coordinator\, Learning Without Tears \nSponsored by Learning Without Tears \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nAs we anticipate the close of an unprecedented school year while trying to prepare for the uncertainty of the back to school\, we find comfort in acknowledging what all great educators know and what research supports: that learning needs to be joyful\, child-friendly\, and active. \nWe invite you to discover engaging\, virtual\, and hands-on strategies for preparing Pre-K students for kindergarten in a time of distance learning. Watch Roxanne Thompson\, OTR\, and Katrina Erickson\, OTR\, who are both national workshop presenters for Learning Without Tears\, to discuss early learning guidelines for Pre-K children and develop a solid understanding of effective ways to teach letter and number formation using digital teaching technology. Both Roxanne and Cathy have worked in both school- and home-based settings and are eager to share these innovative\, research-based strategies for enriching Pre-K instruction with you. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to Pre-K teachers\, preschool curriculum directors\, and district leaders. \n \nAbout the Presenters \nRoxanne Thompson\, OTR\, is a national presenter for Learning Without Tears. She received her Bachelor of Science in occupational therapy from Texas Woman’s University in 1998. She has practiced OT in the public schools\, early intervention\, and currently a private pediatric out-patient clinic. She also provides handwriting tutoring services to children in preschool through middle school. She completed her Level 1 certification in March 2007 and has been presenting for Learning Without Tears since 2009. Roxanne lives in Frisco with her husband and two children. \n \nKatrina Erickson\, OTR\, is a national presenter for Learning Without Tears. She received her Bachelor of Science in occupational therapy from The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston\, Texas\, in 1990. She has provided OT services to children and adolescents in a variety of settings from hospitals\, private practice\, and public schools. Her experience has reached beyond her OT training in the design and delivery of summer camps and private tutoring services to develop and improve handwriting skills. She believes that collaboration with teachers and parents is essential to student success. \n\n \nAbout the Host \nZoë Maurer is the senior marketing coordinator at Learning Without Tears. She earned a bachelor’s degree in communication sciences with a minor in business marketing from the University of Connecticut. Prior to joining Learning Without Tears in 2017\, Zoë was a senior account manager at a digital marketing agency specializing in the education market. \n  \n\nJoin the Crayons\, Pencils\, and Keyboards: Inspiring Learning in Your Elementary School Classroom community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n Learning Without Tears™ provides educators and families with kindergarten readiness\, handwriting\, and keyboarding materials\, products\, and training.
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SUMMARY:The Basics of Starting a Child-Care Business
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Marnie Forestieri\, Founder and CEO\, Young Innovators Academy \nSponsored by Gryphon House \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nThis edWebinar is ideal for current and aspiring childcare directors and entrepreneurs and features practical and approachable guidance through all facets of starting a childcare center. \nViewers will learn how to: \n\nDecode the economics of the child-care business\nWrite a comprehensive business plan\nConduct a market analysis\nPrepare a thorough financial plan\nPlan the company’s organization\, strategy\, and implementation\nApply for financing\n\nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to preK teachers\, directors\, and aspiring childcare entrepreneurs.  \n \nAbout the Presenter \nMarnie Forestieri\, CDA\, is the founder and CEO of Young Innovators\, a technology-enabled network of innovative childcare programs. Prior to starting her career in childcare\, Marnie was a journalist for CNN Spanish in Asia and the VP of marketing of a large telecommunications company. She holds a BS in business administration\, a CDA certificate\, and a director’s credential and is a graduate of the Stanford University Latino Entrepreneurship Initiative. \n \nJoin the Early Learning Book Chats community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nGryphon House\, Inc. is an award-winning publisher of early childhood resources for teachers and parents.
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SUMMARY:High School Mathematics Lesson Design: Daily Instruction That Inspires Student Self-Efficacy for Learning
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Timothy D. Kanold\, Ph.D.\, Professor\, Presenter\, Speaker and Co-Author of Into Math and HMH AGA\nHosted by Denise Singleton\, Product Marketing Director\, Core Mathematics Marketing\, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt \nSponsored by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nExplore how high school mathematics teachers can inspire student learning and improve daily student achievement and effort. Student agency in mathematics is nurtured through the balanced use of lower-level- and higher-level-cognitive-demand tasks and the use of balanced classroom discourse combined with meaningful formative student feedback during instruction. This engaging edWebinar is based on Dr. Kanold’s books from The Every Student Can Learn Mathematics series (2018). \nDr. Kanold shares six research-affirmed lesson-design criteria essential to student perseverance\, self-efficacy\, and sustained effort in a high school mathematics classroom every day. He also shares how to manage the effective use of each of these six criteria\, and viewers will be invited to self-rank their current lesson design progress using his lesson design evaluation tool! \nViewers will: \n\nDefine the difference between relevant and meaningful mathematics\nConsider the effective use of prior knowledge and academic vocabulary activities\nExamine the balanced use of lower-level- and higher-level-cognitive-demand tasks during class\nConsider the balanced use of in-class student discourse as part of formative assessment feedback when students get stuck during the lesson\n\nThis recorded edWebinar will be of value to high school teachers\, school and district leaders\, math curriculum directors\, math coaches\, and math department chairs. \nAbout the Presenter \nTimothy Kanold\, Ph.D.\, is a professor\, presenter\, speaker and co-author of Into Math and HMH AGA. He is a past president of NCSM and received the NCSM Ross Taylor/Glen Gilbert National Leadership Award in 2017. He was superintendent at the award-winning Adlai E. Stevenson High School District 125 in Lincolnshire\, Illinois\, where he also served as director of mathematics and science and a mathematics teacher. He currently serves as an adjunct professor with Loyola University Chicago and as the director of the Mathematics in a PLC at Work professional development group. Tim has been a co-author of mathematics textbooks for Grades 6–12 since 1991 and has published numerous mathematics and school leadership articles. Tim is an internationally recognized presenter and inspirational speaker on issues of effective school leadership\, professional learning communities\, and K–12 mathematics education curriculum and instruction reform. He is co-author of Into Math\, HMH AGA\, and other HMH math programs. Tim obtained his B.S. in education with a major in mathematics and a master’s degree in applied mathematics from Illinois State University. He received his Ph.D. in educational leadership and counseling psychology from Loyola University Chicago. \n \nAbout the Host \nDenise Singleton has over 25 years of experience as a mathematics educator and educational content marketer. Her conversational style and enthusiasm will engage and entertain you! \n \nJoin the Building Understanding in Mathematics community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nHMH mathematics provides a complete\, balanced solution and supports all teachers with a connected teaching system that truly inspires learning to take place in every moment. Partner with HMH to successfully build connections between all learners and educators as we stand ready to journey alongside you in all your learning needs!
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/math20200512/
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SUMMARY:Teaching Online: Learn About the National Online Teaching Standards
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Christine Fox\, Deputy Executive Director\, SETDA; Cindy Hamblin\, Director\, Virtual Learning Leadership Alliance; and Sarah Warnick\, Director of Products & Services\, Virtual Virginia (VVA) \nSponsored by The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation\nHosted by SETDA \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nSETDA is excited to offer this professional learning opportunity for educators to better understand how to teach online either full time or in times of remote learning. Viewers will receive an introduction to the national online teaching standards and how they can support all teachers. The 2019 edition of National Standards for Quality (NSQ) Online Learning was published by the Virtual Learning Leadership Alliance (VLLA) and Quality Matters (QM) to provide the K-12 online and blended learning community with an updated set of openly licensed standards to help evaluate and improve online courses\, teaching\, and programs. There are three standard sets – Online Programs\, Online Teaching\, and Online Courses – and this edWebinar focuses on the Online Teaching standards. In addition\, a representative from Virtual Virginia\, Virginia’s statewide virtual school\, shares strategies used to introduce and implement the online teaching standards within their program. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to kindergarten through high school teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders.  \n \nAbout the Presenters \nChristine Fox is the Deputy Executive Director for SETDA. As Deputy Executive Director\, she collaborates with the Executive Director in charting strategic direction\, administration\, planning\, and financial decisions involving SETDA. She also facilitates the members’ professional learning opportunities including planning and implementing the content for SETDA’s virtual and in-person events and newsletters. In addition\, she manages many of SETDA’s research and product development projects from conception to publication. The management of such projects includes coordinating data collection from all states\, supervising consultants and staff\, ensuring member input\, and supervising the publishing process. Recent publications and projects include Navigating the Digital Shift reports 2015- 2019\, the Professional Learning and K12 Instructional Materials Dashboards\, the Broadband Imperative Report Series\, Guide to Quality Instructional Materials\, Digital Instructional Materials Acquisition Policies for States\, The Broadband Imperative II: Equitable Access for Learning. Christine Fox’s background includes experience in education and consulting. She has worked as an educational consultant and curriculum developer for a national whole-school reform model\, ESOL Coordinator\, and 3rd-grade teacher. Christine has a Masters of Science in Teaching English as a Second Language from Florida International University and received her Bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Florida State University. She lives in South Florida with her husband and two daughters. \n \nCindy Hamblin is the director of the Virtual Learning Leadership Alliance (VLLA). The VLLA is a 501(c)(3) educational nonprofit organization that brings together leaders from online learning programs in the U.S. to strengthen virtual education. Cindy was the director of the Illinois Virtual School from 2009-2018 where she provided oversight of the quality of online courses\, instructors\, and services to students. Cindy joined the VLLA with 26 years of experience in educational technology. \n \nSarah Warnick is the director of products and services with Virtual Virginia (VVA)\, where she oversees curriculum development\, the VVA Outreach Program\, and professional learning. A Virginia educator with 20 years of experience both in the classroom and online\, Sarah has worked to expand access to high-quality online learning experiences for educators and students across the Commonwealth. In her current role\, Sarah co-chaired a committee to revise the National Standards for Quality Online Learning (NSQOL) in Teaching\, and she has worked closely with VVA faculty to embed the NSQOL in teaching and course design practices. Sarah enjoys working with Virginia school division leaders to determine how VVA programs may assist with their unique instructional challenges through online courses\, digital content\, and training. A former Fulbright and Fulbright-Hays grant recipient\, Sarah holds a B.A. in English and Spanish from the University of Richmond and an M.A. in Spanish from the University of Virginia. \nJoin the Professional Learning for Effective Practice: Leveraging Title IIA 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 State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA) is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit membership association launched by state education agency leaders in 2001 to serve\, support and represent their emerging interests and needs with respect to the use of technology for teaching\, learning\, and school operations. Our current work is guided by a strategic plan\, Leading\, Inspiring and Empowering: The 2013-16 SETDA Strategic Plan\, adopted by the SETDA Board of Directors in October 2012 after extensive consultation with the membership. The SETDA mission is to build and increase the capacity of state and national leaders to improve education through technology policy and practice.
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SUMMARY:Strategic Technology Planning: Aligning Priorities\, Costs\, Outcomes and Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Jeanne Barker\, Director of Schools\, Lenoir City School System\, TN; Dr. Chris Gaines\, Superintendent\, Mehlville School District\, MO; and Dr. Randy Ziegenfuss\, Superintendent\, Salisbury Township School District\, PA \nProgram Host and Moderator: Ann McMullan\, Project Director\, CoSN Empowered Superintendents Initiative \nSponsored by ClassLink\nThis edWebinar series is co-hosted by CoSN\, AASA\, and edWeb.net \nWatch the Recording Listen to the Podcast \nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nOver 50% of U.S. school districts and about one third of all public schools in the nation are located in rural areas. Successfully leading digital transformations within rural school districts has a tremendous impact on our nation as a whole. \nTechnology planning and investments can typically be quite complicated. Often the challenges begin almost from the moment a district begins to consider next steps in a comprehensive technology plan. With tight budgets and multiple stakeholders involved\, each with valid concerns\, along with the constant evolution of technology tools and resources\, a framework for evaluating technology initiatives and guidelines for arriving at well-supported decisions are more important than ever before. \nWatch this edWebinar with three tech-savvy superintendents\, from three different states\, as they share how they lead their districts in creating technology plans that align priorities\, costs\, and outcomes and also assure that the ability to sustain technology initiatives over time is part of the planning process. Each superintendent explains their strategies and imparts their expertise on the total cost of ownership\, student outcomes\, budget management\, and the value of investment. Tools and resources to evaluate\, rethink and strengthen technology planning and decision making will be shared. \nGiven the current challenges involved with the efforts to continue teaching and learning in the midst of multiple school closures\, the issues involved in school districts’ strategic technology planning are now more urgent and relevant than ever. Our three superintendents share strategies they have implemented to lead learning for all students in their school districts during these most unprecedented and complex times. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of particular value to school superintendents\, K-12 school and district leaders\, and aspiring leaders.  \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Jeanne Barker is the director of schools for Lenoir City School District in Lenoir City\, Tennessee. She earned her Ed.D. in educational leadership in 2011 from Trevecca Nazarene University. Her dissertation is entitled\, The Effects of an Individual Academic Plan on Improving Student Achievement. Utilizing technology to deliver individualized instruction to each student is a goal of the one-to-one program in Lenoir City Schools. Her goal is to ensure that every student has the skills to achieve their hopes\, dreams and aspirations. Dr. Barker serves on the boards for the Loudon County Educational Foundation\, Little Tennessee Valley Educational Cooperative\, Rotary International\, and the Boys and Girls Club of Loudon County. She is also a 2013 Leadership Loudon graduate and a 2019 representative for Loudon County in the Tennessee Regional Leadership Class. Dr. Barker has also served as a principal\, a middle school technology/instructional coordinator\, grant writer\, and teacher. \n \nDr. Chris Gaines is Superintendent of Mehlville School District in suburban St. Louis. Dr. Gaines previously served as superintendent of Missouri’s Crawford County R-I and Wright City R-II school districts. Under Dr. Gaines’ leadership\, Mehlville is expanding opportunities for students. In 2017 the district opened MOSAIC\, a personalized learning elementary school\, and created the MyPath program\, which allows high school students to create their own class. The AASA Digital Consortium visited these programs in the spring of 2018 to gain insight into emerging models of best practices using digital media to support engaging learning experiences. This year Mehlville opened academies at each middle school to expand personalized learning experiences at the middle school level. Dr. Gaines holds degrees from Southeast Missouri State University and earned his doctorate at St. Louis University. He is a member of numerous professional associations and served as the 2018-2019 President of AASA\, The School Superintendents Association. \n \nDr. Randy Ziegenfuss\, Superintendent of Salisbury Township School District in Pennsylvania\, is an educational disruption designer. He is passionate about moving K-12 schools away from the dominant “school” paradigm and conversation to a learner-centered\, learner-friendly design responsive to the context of the ever-changing\, technology-rich world we live in. He strives to answer the question: What new leadership competencies does it take to truly transform our schools—to create a new form of education? You can read his blog and listen to his podcasts\, Shift Your Paradigm and TL Talk Radio. \n \nAbout the Host \nAnn McMullan is Project Director for CoSN’s Empowered Superintendents Initiative. Ann served as Executive Director\, Educational Technology in the Klein Independent School District\, near Houston\, Texas until September 2013\, when she and her family moved to Los Angeles\, California. For 16 years Ann led the district team that provided professional development on technology and 21st century instructional strategies to 4\,000 professional educators serving 50\,000 students. Ann served as co-chair of Texas Education Technology Advisory Committee which developed the Texas Long Range Plan for Technology\, 2006-2020. Today\, Ann is based in Los Angeles working as a public speaker\, writer\, and education consultant focused on leadership and planning to meet the needs of today’s students. Ann serves on the Project Tomorrow advisory council and is a leadership consultant with Executive Service Corps of Southern California\, serving non-profit associations. Ann co-authored Life Lessons in Leadership\, a guide for leaders ages eight to 88. \n  \nJoin the Super-Connected community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nAASA is the premier association for school system leaders and serves as the national voice for public education and district leadership on Capitol Hill. \n \n CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) is the premier professional association for school system technology leaders. CoSN provides thought leadership resources\, community\, best practices and advocacy tools to help leaders succeed in the digital transformation. CoSN represents over 13 million students in school districts nationwide and continues to grow as a powerful and influential voice in K-12 education. \n \nClassLink empowers your students and teachers with instant access to their learning resources. ClassLink® OneClick® includes a library of over 5\,000 single sign-on apps and instant links to file folders at school and on Google\, Office 365\, and Dropbox cloud drives. ClassLink Roster Server easily and securely delivers class rosters to any publisher using open technology standards. ClassLink Analytics gives decision makers the usage data they need. Accessible from any computer\, tablet or smartphone\, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives.
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SUMMARY:Online Learning During COVID-19: Data\, Stories\, and Tips from the School Front Lines
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Julie Evans\, CEO\, Project Tomorrow; and Chris O’Neal\, Solutions Engineer\, Blackboard \nSponsored by Blackboard \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nK-12 education looks completely different today than it did two months ago. Every district and school has had to rapidly adjust to digital\, at-home learning to continue education. The pace\, tools\, and resources available for making this change differ from state to state and school to school. \nDr. Julie Evans\, CEO of Project Tomorrow\, has been talking to parents\, students\, and educators about the impacts of going digital and the findings are alarming. Watch this edWebinar to hear her findings from schools across the country. \nWe also share 10 action-oriented tips for how to make the transition to a digital classroom from former teacher Chris O’Neal. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to K-12 teachers\, curriculum leaders\, special ed leaders\, IT leaders\, and superintendents. \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Julie A. Evans is the CEO of Project Tomorrow and is the founder of the heralded Speak Up Research Project which annually collects and reports on the authentic views of 400\,000 K-12 students\, parents\, and educators on education issues each year. Dr. Evans serves as the chief researcher on the Speak Up Project as well as leading research efforts on the impact of digital content\, tools\, and resources in both K-12 and higher education. Prior to this position\, Dr. Evans enjoyed a successful entrepreneurial career in the technology industry including two education technology startups. She is a graduate of Brown University and earned her doctorate in educational leadership from the University of California\, San Diego and California State University San Marcos. Dr. Evans serves on several boards and advisory councils and is a frequent speaker and writer on K-12 and higher education issues around digital learning. \n \nChris O’Neal began his career in Louisiana as an elementary and middle school teacher\, then became a district technology and professional-development coordinator\, and eventually director of educational technology for the state of Louisiana. From there\, he began work in graduate school at the University of Virginia\, where he led a statewide leadership development program for school administrators. Chris has provided ongoing consulting to ISTE (the International Society for Technology in Education)\, many state departments of education\, and numerous national and international educational organizations. He has been profiled as a “Shaper of our Future” by Converge magazine and received the Making it Happen award for educational technology leaders. He has also authored a book for improving school culture through the effective use of data. \n \nJoin the Connected Teaching and Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nAt Blackboard\, we’re shaping the future of education with big ideas that are transforming the face of education. Every day we’re helping millions of people around the world find new ways to learn\, connect and advance. With innovative technologies and solutions we’re bringing them closer to the knowledge they seek and the potential they can achieve. \n 
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SUMMARY:Happy and Calm: The Best Tools for Mindfulness Now
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Bari Koral\, Kids Yoga Expert\, and Popular Recording Artist \nSponsored by Kaplan Early Learning Company \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nNavigating our world can be challenging\, but the right mindfulness tools can make all the difference. In this edWebinar\, kids yoga expert and popular recording artist Bari Koral will share some of the best mindfulness tools you can use right now for peace at home and at school. Following up on her first two popular mindfulness edWebinars\, Bari will bring a powerful review\, new methods\, and fresh perspective. \nIn this edWebinar\, Bari discusses: \n\nSupporting your students: Discover the beloved tools that will create a magical discipline\, help children calm their brain\, and self-regulate.\nSupporting yourself: Learn Bari’s best techniques for reducing anxiety in minutes.\nThe latest science about how mindfulness supports growth and development\, so you feel ready to implement these powerful tools right away.\n\nWhether you are new to mindfulness or have been teaching for a while\, Bari helps reignite your confidence and accelerate your learning. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of benefit to preK through elementary teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, and anyone who works with children. \n \nAbout the Presenter \nBari Koral is a kids yogi and award-winning recording artist. Bari’s songs and approachable yoga and mindfulness curriculum are used on a regular basis around the world. She is considered a pioneer in the world of kids yoga. To date\, she has presented to over 30\,000 teachers and counting on how to incorporate yoga into the classroom based on her beloved songs and activities. She has performed multiple times at the White House and has appeared in the NY Times and People Magazine. \n  \nJoin the Classroom Management for Early Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nKaplan Early Learning Company is a leading international provider of products and services that enhance children’s learning.
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SUMMARY:Culturally Responsive Education for Emergent Bilinguals
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Maya Goodall\, M.Ed.\, M.A\, Senior Director of EL Curriculum\, Lexia Learning \nSponsored by Rosetta Stone \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nEmergent bilinguals\, or English language learners (ELLs)\, currently represent 10 percent of all students in US public schools. By 2025\, one in four students will be an emergent bilingual. How can educators help to ensure the success of this growing student population? \nFrom this edWebinar\, viewers will: \n\nGain an overview of today’s emergent bilingual population—some of the statistics may surprise you\nLearn about the asset model of education—why it’s necessary and how it supports bilingualism\nDiscuss the difference between multicultural and culturally responsive—an important distinction\nReview six characteristics of culturally responsive teaching—from understanding accent varieties to incorporating education technology\n\nEducators will benefit from strategies that they can apply to their own culturally responsive classrooms. This recorded edWebinar is designed for K–12 teachers\, instructional coordinators\, curriculum directors\, and school and district leaders.  \n \nAbout the Presenter \nMaya Goodall\, M.Ed.\, M.A.\, Senior Director of EL Curriculum at Lexia Learning\, has worked in education for over 20 years\, teaching both nationally and internationally. Maya has a rich professional background that includes teaching in the classroom\, coaching\, training\, and implementing and designing curriculum with measurable outcomes. She founded Lingual Learning\, a curriculum company dedicated to helping students become confidently bilingual. Maya speaks three languages and holds an M.Ed. and MA in applied linguistics. \n  \nJoin the Helping ELL/ESL Students Succeed community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nRosetta Stone Inc. provides cutting-edge interactive technology that is changing the way the world learns languages. The company’s proprietary learning techniques—acclaimed for their power to unlock the natural language-learning ability in everyone—are used by schools\, businesses\, government organizations and millions of individuals around the world. Rosetta Stone offers courses in 30 languages\, from the most commonly spoken (like English\, Spanish and Mandarin) to the less prominent (including Swahili\, Swedish and Tagalog). The company’s core belief is that learning to speak a language should be a natural and instinctive process\, and that interactive technology can activate the language immersion method powerfully for learners of any age.
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SUMMARY:Happy and Healthy at Home: Student Mental Health and Distance Learning
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Lisa Strohman\, Psychologist\, Author\, and Founder of Digital Citizen Academy; Dr. Susan Enfield\, Superintendent\, Highline Public Schools\, WA; Dr. Tom Leonard\, Superintendent\, Eanes Independent School District\, TX; and Dr. Michael Muñoz\, Superintendent\, Rochester Public Schools\, MN\nHosted by Annie Galvin Teich\, Writer\, Editor\, and K-12 Market Specialist \nSponsored by Gaggle \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nToday’s students are experiencing an unprecedented shift in the way they learn. School buildings across the country have closed in response to the pandemic\, affecting more than 55 million students. Educators have worked hard to move to distance learning\, ensuring that students can still be engaged in their education from home. But with more than a dozen states announcing their intention to keep buildings closed for the rest of the semester\, it’s unlikely that students will return to their normal routines anytime soon. \nDistance learning can be challenging and isolating for students\, who may feel disconnected from friends and teachers. Educators can get a sense of students’ mental health and well-being in the classroom\, but losing that face-to-face contact makes it harder to gauge how students are doing during this stressful time. While schools may have protocols in place to support struggling students on campus\, educators may be unsure of how they can help remotely. \nWatch this edWebinar for a discussion about this “new normal” of distance learning. We dive into the trends of how and what students are doing as seen through Gaggle’s data\, as well as how educators can keep students safe and connected while they learn at home. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of benefit to school and district leaders of elementary through high school grade levels. \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Lisa Strohman is a clinical psychologist\, author\, public speaker and the founder and director of Digital Citizen Academy. She established Digital Citizen Academy to proactively prevent and educate students\, educators\, and parents on the issues resulting from technology use and misuse. Dr. Strohman has spent more than a decade working with adolescents and families in her private practice and a career working with schools to address challenges with student mental health and well-being. In addition\, Dr. Strohman was a Visiting Scholar for the FBI working on homicidal pedophilia when Columbine occurred\, giving her the opportunity to be on the front lines of how technology impacts our youth. She has continued to work with law enforcement and the FBI on safety and cybercrimes involving adolescents\, while also lending her knowledge and guidance to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. \n \nDr. Susan Enfield serves as Superintendent of Highline Public Schools in Washington. Knowing every student by name\, strength\, and need is the promise of Highline Public Schools. Under the leadership of Dr. Enfield\, the district is delivering on this promise by implementing a bold strategic plan committed to ensuring that students graduate bilingual and biliterate with problem-solving and critical thinking skills that will prepare them for the future they choose. \nA former high school English\, journalism\, and ELL teacher\, Dr. Enfield served as Chief Academic Officer and then as Interim Superintendent for Seattle Public Schools before coming to Highline in 2012. She previously held leadership positions in Evergreen Public Schools (Vancouver\, WA)\, Portland Public Schools\, and the Pennsylvania Department of Education. \n \nDr. Tom Leonard serves as Superintendent of Eanes Independent School District in Texas. Since joining the highly- acclaimed Eanes ISD in July 2014\, Dr. Leonard has focused on transparency\, building relationships\, and communication with the many constituents throughout the district. Under his leadership\, the district passed an $80 million bond in 2019\, a Tax Ratification Election in 2017\, a $52.5 million bond in 2015\, launched a Kindergarten Spanish Immersion program at four elementary schools\, and started a Westlake High School Business Incubator program that saw five teams receive funding in its inaugural year. He was recently named Citizen of the Year by the Westlake Chamber of Commerce. \n \n \nDr. Michael Muñoz serves as Superintendent of Rochester Public Schools in Minnesota. Dr. Muñoz began his tenure in this role in 2011. He works collaboratively with staff\, students\, and the community to inspire\, challenge\, and empower all students with the knowledge and skills required to reach their full potential\, to contribute to future generations\, and to become involved members of a global community. Board members and stakeholders describe Dr. Muñoz as having extensive knowledge of all academic programs and services\, as an advocate for high achievement for all\, an excellent communicator\, and a visionary leader. He engages the community\, is collaborative in his work\, and is highly respected by his staff as a productive and positive leader. \n \nAbout the Host \nAnnie Galvin Teich is a writer\, editor\, and content marketer who has spent more than 25 years working in educational publishing and education technology. She has significant experience in sales and marketing\, business development\, corporate communications\, copywriting\, and product development. \n \nJoin the School Health & Safety community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nGaggle provides school safety products and solutions to the K-12 market. Using both artificial intelligence and trained safety experts\, Gaggle’s early-warning system proactively assists districts 24/7/365 in the prevention of suicide\, bullying\, inappropriate behaviors\, school violence\, and other harmful situations. Gaggle has helped hundreds of districts avoid tragedies and save lives\, while also protecting their liability.
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SUMMARY:How to Build a Partnership with Parents and Families as They Lead Education in the Home
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Barbara Steinberg\, Founder\, PDX Reading\nHosted by Terrie Noland\, C.A.L.P.\, Vice President\, Educator Initiatives\, Learning Ally \nSponsored by Learning Ally \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nAs educators\, we are facing an unprecedented challenge – supporting student learning remotely. Teaching and learning outside the walls of our classrooms can be effective and engaging; we just need to enlist the help of parents and families to carry out the continuation of learning at home. The greatest asset we have as an educator is to extend our hands through the reach of the adults surrounding the students.  Watch Barbara Steinberg in this edWebinar as she reveals essential aspects of forging this relationship that can create active ongoing learning. This edWebinar provides information on: \n\nHow to build a dynamic partnership with parents and families\nUnderstanding the best FREE virtual math and reading tools\nEffectively using virtual tools that make learning at home simple for the parents and families and engaging for the students\n\nThis recorded edWebinar will be of benefit to preK through elementary teachers and school and district leaders. \n \nAbout the Presenter \nBarbara Steinberg is the founder and owner of PDX Reading Specialist\, an organization whose mission is to Inspire Individuals to Become CONFIDENT and CAPABLE learners through remediation\, accommodation\, and inspiration. She has been educating\, mentoring\, and inspiring students and educators for over 25 years\, first as a classroom teacher and now as a dyslexia and educational consultant. Barbara is passionate about educating and supporting those who work with struggling learners\, and when not working with students herself\, shares her wealth of knowledge and years of experience with fellow educators\, parents\, and students themselves. \n \nAbout the Host \nTerrie Noland is Vice President of Educator Initiatives at Learning Ally\, where she works to develop engagement programs\, shares knowledge through strategic relationships\, and develops communities for educators. She has more than 25 years of experience as both a motivational leader and developer of content for educators and administrators. She has had the opportunity to lead and facilitate groups numbering in the thousands\, inspiring them around a transformational change in their approach to struggling readers. Terrie is certified as an Academic Language Practitioner and is currently working towards a Ph.D. in literacy\, with an emphasis in educational leadership from St. John’s University. She is also a certified John Maxwell speaker and facilitator. \n  \nJoin the Empowering Struggling Readers community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nLearning Ally is a leading education solutions organization committed to transforming the lives of struggling learners. The Learning Ally Audiobook Solution is a proven reading accommodation comprised of human-read audiobooks\, student centric features and a suite of teacher resources. Used in more than 17\,000 schools\, this solution successfully helps students with reading deficits become engaged learners and reach their academic potential.
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SUMMARY:Technology in Rural Schools: Harnessing the Power of Community
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Donald Benton\, Assistant Commissioner\, Research and Technology\, Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education; and Dr. Mary Wegner\, Superintendent\, Sitka School District\, AK\nHosted by Dr. Beth Holland\, Digital Equity and Rural Project Director at CoSN \nCo-hosted by CoSN and edWeb.net \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nFor the final webinar of the Technology in Rural Schools series\, CoSN’s Beth Holland hosts Donald Benton\, Assistant Commissioner\, Research & Development in the Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education; and Dr. Mary Wegner\, Superintendent of the Sitka School District in Alaska\, to discuss the challenges and benefits of harnessing the human power of community to truly take the digital leap. Rural districts often exist within close-knit communities that are highly invested in their local schools\, and district leaders can take advantage of this engagement by including parents\, students\, staff\, business leaders\, and community members in their technology initiatives. However\, they also face unique challenges as they strive to find and retain different talents and skills – particularly given remote geographic locations. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of particular value to superintendents\, assistant superintendents\, district technology leaders\, and school leaders in rural schools. \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDonald Benton serves as Assistant Commissioner of Research and Technology for the Arkansas Division of Elementary and Secondary Education. In his role\, Donald oversees technology initiatives and resources such as DESE’s Ambassador Academy\, Arkansas Digital Sandbox\, and Student GPS dashboards as well as the Arkansas Public School Computer Network. Before joining DESE in September 2018\, Donald served as an assistant professor in educational leadership at Henderson State University in Arkadelphia. He also has been the director of the Hot Springs Technology Institute and founded Schools Without Walls\, which provides mobile technology and online learning professional development for technology leaders and educators. He previously served as the director of technology and information\, information technology security officer/disaster recovery\, technology plan developer and E-Rate coordinator at the Hot Springs School District. Donald has a Bachelor of Science in education\, a Master of Science in education\, and an Education Specialist in district-level leadership from Henderson State University. He is pursuing a Doctor of Education in educational technology from Boise State University. \n \nDr. Mary Wegner serves as Superintendent of Sitka School District in Alaska. She seeks to transform the learning landscape to be relevant for today’s learners while ensuring equity in educational opportunities. The Sitka School District is a proud member of the League of Innovative Schools. Mary was honored to be invited to the White House Summit on Technology in Education where President Obama shared Sitka’s story of success in his address. Mary serves on numerous committees and boards that have impact in Sitka and Alaska\, as well as at the national and international levels. A few examples include serving as a Trustee on the Alaska State Council on the Arts\, being a member of the CoSN Rural Advisory Panel\, and sitting on the Board of the International Society for Technology in Education. Mary is passionate about her work on the state and national level in the area of advocacy to promote digital-rich learning environments and the value of public education to society. Mary also works to end homelessness in her home community. \n \nAbout the Host \nDr. Beth Holland serves as Digital Equity and Rural Project Director for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN). Over the past 20 years\, she has taught in K-12 classrooms\, served as Director of Academic Technology in a PS-8 independent school\, designed professional learning programs for schools around the world\, and developed leadership programs to support systemic change. Additionally\, she is a prolific writer\, researcher\, and speaker. Dr. Holland holds an Education Doctorate (Ed.D.) in Entrepreneurial Leadership in Education from Johns Hopkins University\, a master’s degree (Ed.M.) in Technology\, Innovation\, and Education from Harvard University\, as well as a bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Communications from Northwestern University. \n \nJoin the Tech for Rural Districts 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 CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) is the premier professional association for school system technology leaders. CoSN provides thought leadership resources\, community\, best practices and advocacy tools to help leaders succeed in the digital transformation. CoSN represents over 13 million students in school districts nationwide and continues to grow as a powerful and influential voice in K-12 education.
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SUMMARY:The Five Pillars of Reading: A Foundation for Literacy Success in a Virtual World
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jason Carroll\, Director of Product Management\, Texthelp; and Kimberly Nix\, Senior Professional Development Manager\, Texthelp \nSponsored by Texthelp \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nAll the best things in life start with a strong foundation and the ability to read is a critical building block of every student’s literacy journey. \nEvery child is different\, each one of them unique with their own star qualities\, strengths\, and challenges. And for many students\, being in a class and now learning remotely from home can feel intimidating and even overwhelming\, which can lead to a loss in reading achievement. \nAcademic success isn’t a given for an alarming 60% of US students classified as ‘struggling’. This group includes low performers on The Nation’s Report Card\, as well as English Language Learners\, or those qualifying for an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Factor in students with learning differences like dyslexia\, and that’s an awful lot of students facing an uphill climb each day. \nNow\, can you imagine being able to give every single child in your class – regardless of age or ability – the proper one-on-one support they need while they practice their reading\, even remotely? Imagine helping them understand the meaning of unfamiliar words and giving them a full appreciation of the cadence and content of any reading passage\, whether in the classroom or from home. \nIn this edWebinar\, we explore the five pillars of reading and why they are essential to successfully teach students to read. In particular\, we explore how technology provides that much needed one-on-one support to further develop these pillars and\, in turn\, prevent students from losing reading achievement in times of change and in remote learning environments. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to kindergarten through middle school teachers and school leaders. \nAbout the Presenters \nJason Carroll is Director of Product Management at Texthelp. He has trained thousands on the effective use of educational technology throughout the United States and beyond since his start in education over a decade ago. His focus is on helping to make smart\, easy to use products that help diverse learners of all ages succeed and speaks internationally on these topics each year. Jason is a graduate of the Assistive Technology Applications Certificate Program (ATACP) from California State University at Northridge\, holds an M.B.A.\, is a Google Educator\, and Authorized Google Education Trainer. He is a published author\, has taught at the university level\, and served as an independent consultant prior to his position at Texthelp. \n \nKimberly Nix is Senior Professional Development Manager at Texthelp. She has been with Texthelp for 9 years. As a reading and training specialist\, she travels across the United States and Canada to present on Read&Write features and their applications to enhance learning. After 14 years of middle and high school classroom experience\, Kimberly has been working with K-12 and higher education educators on using Literacy Strategies for learning for more than 15 years. She has a B.S. in elementary/middle education and an M.A. in K-12 reading education. \n \nJoin the Literacy and Critical Thinking community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nHello\, we’re Texthelp… We believe that literacy is every student’s passport to academic\, social\, and professional success. It’s our genuine desire to help students understand\, learn\, and express themselves. We create smart\, user-friendly literacy and learning solutions that provide the support each student needs through reading\, writing\, STEM\, and research. Texthelp software continues to be used daily by millions of students and educators throughout schools\, colleges\, and universities worldwide.
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SUMMARY:Why We Should Reconsider Using Word Problems (And What We Should Be Doing Instead)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Robert Kaplinsky\, Educator\, Speaker\, and Co-Author of HMH AGA and Into AGA\nHosted by Denise Singleton\, Product Marketing Director\, Core Mathematics Marketing\, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt \nSponsored by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nHow do we give students the authentic mathematics experiences they need to navigate the modern world? For example\, a pre-published word problem on the spread of a pandemic doesn’t really mirror real life. Factors that really matter\, like social distancing or a population’s age\, won’t be included. Join this edWebinar as Robert Kaplinsky\, well-known mathematics educator\, author\, and speaker\, discusses how to teach students to build skills they can use to deal with the complexities ahead. \nParticipants will: \n\nLearn how to teach through authentic problem solving\nHelp students build skills they can use to tackle complexities in college\, career\, and beyond\nUnderstand why we can’t keep teaching math the way we were taught\n\nThis edWebinar will be of benefit to middle and high school teachers\, school and district leaders\, math curriculum directors\, coaches\, and department chairs. There will be time to have your questions answered at the end of the presentation. \n \nAbout the Presenter \nRobert Kaplinsky is an educator\, presenter\, and co-author of HMH AGA and Into AGA. He has been an educator since 2003 as a classroom teacher\, teacher specialist for Downey Unified School District in CA\, instructor for the University of California\, Los Angeles (UCLA)\, and presenter at conferences around the world. He co-founded the website Open Middle\, has been published in Edutopia and Education Week\, is the author of Open Middle Math: Problems That Unlock Student Thinking\, and created the #ObserveMe movement. \n \nAbout the Host \nDenise Singleton has over 25 years of experience as a mathematics educator and educational content marketer. Her conversational style and enthusiasm will engage and entertain you! \n  \n  \n  \nJoin the Building Understanding in Mathematics community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nHMH mathematics provides a complete\, balanced solution and supports all teachers with a connected teaching system that truly inspires learning to take place in every moment. Partner with HMH to successfully build connections between all learners and educators as we stand ready to journey alongside you in all your learning needs!
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SUMMARY:Ethical Challenges in Remote Learning: Student Data Privacy\, Digital Equity\, Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Dan Domenech\, AASA Executive Director; Linnette Attai\, President\, Playwell\, LLC; Dr. Jack Smith\, Superintendent of Schools\, Montgomery County Public Schools\, MD; and Tom Luna\, Former State Superintendent\, Idaho\nHosted by Ann McMullan\, Education Leadership Consultant \nSponsored by The ProEthica® Program \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edLeader Panel Learn more. \nSchool districts today are facing unprecedented challenges to provide and support remote learning and teaching. When teachers and students meet together in a virtual classroom environment they may find themselves at risk since they are now connecting within a new level of exposure and access to their personal lives. It is incumbent upon school leaders to provide guidance on best practices in a remote learning environment to safeguard their schools\, their educators\, and their students.\nThis edLeader Panel focuses on increasing the awareness regarding the risks that schools and districts face as they accelerate remote learning environments. The panelists share ideas to address gaps in these areas: \n\nStudent Data Privacy\nDigital Equity\nLeading Learning\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel will be of benefit to district leaders of all grade levels. \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Daniel A. Domenech has served as executive director of the American Association of School Administrators since July 2008. Daniel has more than 36 years of experience in public education\, 27 of those years he served as a school superintendent. Prior to joining AASA\, Daniel served as the senior vice president for National Urban Markets with McGraw-Hill Education. In this role\, he was responsible for building strong relationships with large school districts nationwide. Prior to his position at McGraw-Hill\, Daniel served for seven years as superintendent of the Fairfax County\, VA\, Public Schools\, the 12th largest school system in the nation with 168\,000 students. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hunter College in New York City and a Ph.D. from Hofstra University in Uniondale\, N.Y. \n \n \nLinnette Attai is the founder of PlayWell\, LLC\, a global privacy and marketing compliance consulting firm. Linnette brings more than twenty-five years of experience to the work\, building organizational compliance programs\, assessing technologies\, providing training\, government relations\, and managing incident response communications. She also serves as virtual chief privacy officer and as General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) data protection officer to a range of organizations. Linnette is a recognized expert in the youth and education sectors and speaks nationally on data privacy. She is a TEDx speaker and author of the books\, “Student Data Privacy: Building a School Compliance Program” and “Protecting Student Data Privacy: Classroom Fundamentals.” \n \nDr. Jack Smith began his tenure as superintendent of Montgomery County Public Schools in Maryland on July 1\, 2016. A dedicated\, lifelong educator\, Dr. Smith has been a teacher\, principal\, curriculum director\, and a local superintendent of schools. His goal has always been to provide all students\, regardless of their background\, with options and choices upon graduation. Dr. Smith’s career began as a teacher in Richland\, Washington. In 1992\, he relocated to Tokyo\, Japan\, where he served as an international school principal. He returned to the United States in 1998 and joined Calvert County Public Schools\, where he served in numerous leadership roles and as superintendent of schools for seven years. In 2013\, he was named Maryland Superintendent of the Year. Dr. Smith was appointed Maryland interim state superintendent of schools in September 2015\, having served as chief academic officer with the Maryland State Department of Education from 2013 to 2015. \n \nTom Luna is the former Idaho Superintendent of Education. He was elected Idaho State Superintendent of Public Instruction in 2006 and served two terms. While serving as State Superintendent\, Tom was elected President of Council of Chief State School Officers\, an organization made up of all 50 state chiefs. In 2009\, Tom was appointed by the US Secretary of Education to the National Assessment Governing Board. Tom was also a member of Chiefs for Change. During Tom’s years as State Superintendent\, Idaho passed arguably the most comprehensive education reforms laws in the country. Some of the accomplishments included modernizing collect bargaining laws\, creating a career ladder for teachers\, expanding school choice by providing facility funding for charter schools and removing arbitrary laws that capped growth. Idaho created the Fast Forward program that gives high school students up to $4100.00 to pay for college credit-bearing courses. Tom worked with educators to create the Idaho Math Initiative and partnered with NASA and Idaho Teacher in Space Barbara Morgan to create the Idaho Science and Aerospace Scholars Academy. \n \nAbout the Host \nAnn McMullan is Project Director for CoSN’s Empowered Superintendents Initiative. Ann served as Executive Director\, Educational Technology in the Klein Independent School District\, near Houston\, Texas until September 2013\, when she and her family moved to Los Angeles\, California. For 16 years Ann led the district team that provided professional development on technology and 21st century instructional strategies to 4\,000 professional educators serving 50\,000 students. Ann served as co-chair of Texas Education Technology Advisory Committee which developed the Texas Long Range Plan for Technology\, 2006-2020. Today\, Ann is based in Los Angeles working as a public speaker\, writer\, and education consultant focused on leadership and planning to meet the needs of today’s students. Ann serves on the Project Tomorrow advisory council and is a leadership consultant with Executive Service Corps of Southern California\, serving non-profit associations. Ann co-authored Life Lessons in Leadership\, a guide for leaders ages eight to 88. \n Closed Captioning will be added within two weeks of the live event.  \nJoin the Professional Learning & Practice community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, and receive invitations to upcoming edLeader Panels. \n\n \nEducational Testing Service (ETS) is the world’s largest nonprofit educational testing and measurement organization. ETS is committed to partnering with institutions of higher education who prepare teacher candidates to enter the profession through a portfolio of products and services that help transform students into teachers. \n\n \nETS\, the ETS logo\, and PROETHICA are registered trademarks of Educational Testing Service (ETS)\, used under license.
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SUMMARY:CE Quiz for Inspiring Student Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Patti Drapeau\, International Educational Consultant\, Author\, and Presenter \nSponsored by Free Spirit Publishing \nTHE CE QUIZ FOR THIS EDWEBINAR WILL BE AVAILABLE ON:\n MONDAY\, MAY 4th\nPLEASE CHECK BACK THEN. \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nEmpowerment is a philosophy of teaching and an approach to learning. It is not just another tool for your teaching tool belt. Empowerment is so much more than that. It can be as simple as the feeling students get when their opinions are validated (little e empowerment)\, or it can be as complex as taking action to reduce ocean pollution (big E empowerment). School districts that have begun to shift their focus from engaging students to empowering them\, and from differentiation to personalized learning\, have seen a rise in test scores\, motivation\, attention\, and self-confidence. \nIn this edWebinar\, Patti Drapeau shares practical\, evidence-based practices that focus instruction on empowerment. She provides stories of real ways students have made a difference within their school and beyond\, and delivers powerful messages about student voice\, choice\, and independence. Drapeau presents the results of a survey that indicates the differences between what students say empowers them and what teachers say empowers their students. Discover what happens when teachers give over different degrees of control and let their students direct their own learning. \nThis recorded edWebinar will benefit K–12 teachers\, school and district leaders\, coordinators\, teacher leaders and specialists\, and special and gifted education professionals. \n \nAbout the Presenter \nPatti Drapeau is an internationally active educational consultant\, author\, and presenter\, with more than 25 years of classroom experience. She is the founder of Patti Drapeau Educational Consulting Services and has received the New England Region Gifted and Talented award for outstanding contributions in gifted education and the Maine Educators of the Gifted and Talented award for exemplary service. Patti coached programs such as Odyssey of the Mind\, Future Problem Solving\, Explorer Vision\, and math teams. She also developed a curriculum model for the regular classroom and authored a variety of articles for Maine Exchange\, Teaching Matters\, and Understanding Our Gifted. Her other books include Sparking Student Creativity\, Differentiating with Graphic Organizers\, Differentiated Instruction: Making It Work\, and Great Teaching with Graphic Organizers. Patti currently works as a consultant\, and she is a part-time faculty member at the University of Southern Maine. She lives in Freeport\, Maine. \n \nJoin the Social-Emotional Learning\, Positive Behavior\, and Student Achievement community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nFree Spirit is the leading publisher of learning tools that support young people’s social\, emotional\, and educational needs. We help children and teens think for themselves\, overcome challenges\, and make a difference in the world.
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SUMMARY:Inspiring Student Empowerment: Moving Beyond Engagement\, Refining Differentiation
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Patti Drapeau\, International Educational Consultant\, Author\, and Presenter \nSponsored by Free Spirit Publishing \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nEmpowerment is a philosophy of teaching and an approach to learning. It is not just another tool for your teaching tool belt. Empowerment is so much more than that. It can be as simple as the feeling students get when their opinions are validated (little e empowerment)\, or it can be as complex as taking action to reduce ocean pollution (big E empowerment). School districts that have begun to shift their focus from engaging students to empowering them\, and from differentiation to personalized learning\, have seen a rise in test scores\, motivation\, attention\, and self-confidence. \nIn this edWebinar\, Patti Drapeau shares practical\, evidence-based practices that focus instruction on empowerment. She provides stories of real ways students have made a difference within their school and beyond\, and delivers powerful messages about student voice\, choice\, and independence. Drapeau presents the results of a survey that indicates the differences between what students say empowers them and what teachers say empowers their students. Discover what happens when teachers give over different degrees of control and let their students direct their own learning. \nThis recorded edWebinar will benefit K–12 teachers\, school and district leaders\, coordinators\, teacher leaders and specialists\, and special and gifted education professionals. \n \nAbout the Presenter \nPatti Drapeau is an internationally active educational consultant\, author\, and presenter\, with more than 25 years of classroom experience. She is the founder of Patti Drapeau Educational Consulting Services and has received the New England Region Gifted and Talented award for outstanding contributions in gifted education and the Maine Educators of the Gifted and Talented award for exemplary service. Patti coached programs such as Odyssey of the Mind\, Future Problem Solving\, Explorer Vision\, and math teams. She also developed a curriculum model for the regular classroom and authored a variety of articles for Maine Exchange\, Teaching Matters\, and Understanding Our Gifted. Her other books include Sparking Student Creativity\, Differentiating with Graphic Organizers\, Differentiated Instruction: Making It Work\, and Great Teaching with Graphic Organizers. Patti currently works as a consultant\, and she is a part-time faculty member at the University of Southern Maine. She lives in Freeport\, Maine. \n \nJoin the Social-Emotional Learning\, Positive Behavior\, and Student Achievement community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nFree Spirit is the leading publisher of learning tools that support young people’s social\, emotional\, and educational needs. We help children and teens think for themselves\, overcome challenges\, and make a difference in the world.
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SUMMARY:Interactive History Games: Timely and Topical for Remote Learning
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Leah Potter\, Instructional Designer\, Electric Funstuff; and Kristina Kirtley\, Senior Producer\, Content and Youth Engagement\, WNET New York Public Media \nSponsored by WNET New York Public Media and Mission US \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nAs social studies teachers look for immediate solutions to engage students in remote learning\, Mission US – an award-winning series of free\, interactive\, standards-aligned history games – delivers exciting learning opportunities. This edWebinar unpacks strategies for using interactive role-playing games during this time of remote learning and also discuss how games like Mission US (mission-us.org) can support English Language Learners and struggling readers. Viewers will learn how to integrate the games into assignments and use the program’s wealth of teaching resources\, including document-based activities\, writing prompts\, and independent student research\, to immerse students in the drama and decisions that shaped U.S. history. Presenters share examples of how to blend gameplay with extension activities to illustrate how teachers can immediately utilize the content with their students. \nAs a bonus\, viewers will also get a preview of the new Mission US game\, “Prisoner in My Homeland\,” which focuses on the experience of a Japanese American teenage boy who must make difficult choices amid the chaos and terror of incarceration during WWII. \nIn this edWebinar\, learn how Mission US can help students experience personal\, memorable connections with complex historical content\, and continue deepening their learning amid today’s challenging circumstances. This recorded edWebinar will be of interest to elementary through high school teachers\, librarians\, and instructional technology\, curriculum\, distance learning\, school\, and district leaders. \nAbout the Presenters \nLeah Potter is an instructional designer at Electric Funstuff\, makers of Mission US––the critically acclaimed series of history learning games produced by WNET with over 3 million users. She collaborates on almost all aspects of game design\, from research to story treatment to curriculum development\, and is also Mission US’s lead writer. She also is an adjunct faculty member in New York University’s Public History & Archives program where she teaches courses on digital history. Leah recently co-founded Hats & Ladders\, a social impact company that is innovating career readiness instruction with youth-centered\, game-based learning. Leah holds a B.A. in U.S. history from the University of California-Berkeley and an M.A. in U.S. history from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. \n \nKristina Kirtley is Senior Producer in Kids’ Media and Education at WNET New York Public Media\, New York’s flagship PBS station. She creates educational resources for PBS LearningMedia and manages outreach to support WNET productions like Mission US\, American Masters\, and Films BYkids. She also leads WNET’s Youth Collective\, a youth media and engagement initiative that aims to amplify youth voice and provide a platform for young people to engage in the important work of building a more ethical world. Previously\, Kristina worked for eight years as a project manager at International Cinema Education\, an NGO at the United Nations that uses film to teach students about global issues and she also taught high school English for five years in the Bronx as part of the New York City Teaching Fellows Program. Kristina holds a B.A. in English from Stanford University and an M.A. in education from City College. \nJoin the K-12 Social Studies and Civics: Educating Tomorrow’s Citizens community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nThe WNET family of companies is a major producer of broadcast and online media for local\, national\, and international audiences\, creating award-winning content in the areas of arts and culture\, news and public affairs\, science and natural history\, documentaries\, and children’s programming.
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SUMMARY:Comorbid Disorders and Useful Intervention Techniques for Children with Autism
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Christine Barry\, Ph.D.\, Pediatric Neuropsychologist at Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital\, and Associate Professor of Pediatrics at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center \nSponsored by Monarch Center for Autism\, STAR Autism Support\, and VizZle \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nChildren with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) present with unique strengths and weaknesses. A thorough evaluation is necessary to guide treatment. Individuals with ASD are at an increased risk for medical and psychiatric disorders. In this edWebinar\, Dr. Barry: \n\nDefines diagnostic criteria for ASD and comorbid disorders (e.g.\, ADHD\, Anxiety\, Mood Disorders\, Social Communication Disorder) according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders – Fifth Edition (DSM-5)\nDiscusses sleep problems in children with ASD\nIdentifies useful intervention techniques for children with ASD\n\nThis recorded edWebinar will be of value to preK through high school teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, therapists\, social workers\, and other specialists.  \n \nAbout the Presenter \nChristine Barry\, Ph.D.\, is a pediatric neuropsychologist at Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital in Cleveland\, Ohio\, and an associate professor of pediatrics at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center. She is a member of many professional organizations\, including the American Psychological Association\, Ohio Psychological Association\, International Neuropsychological Society\, Autism Society of America\, and National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. The author of several articles on traumatic brain injury in children\, and director of an annual community education series on autism\, Dr. Barry also specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders. She is a consultant at Monarch Center for Autism and on the Advisory Committee of Milestones Autism Resources. \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\nMonarch Center for Autism\, a division of Bellefaire JCB\, is located in Cleveland\, Ohio. Monarch offers a comprehensive array of programs and services for individuals ages three through adulthood with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Highlights\, which incorporate Monarch’s visual language treatment model\, include a preschool; day school for children\, adolescents & young adults; transition education program; summer & extended school year programs; therapeutic residential treatment program; adult vocational & supported living programs; and community training. \n \nSTAR Autism Support (SAS) provides curriculum materials\, workshops and training to school and agency staff who work with students with autism. Our mission is to help others successfully implement research-based applied behavior analysis (ABA) techniques. We want every child with autism to receive effective instruction! \n \nVizZle provides a library of more than 14\,000 lessons and the tools and media to customize them or create your own from scratch. The lessons can be tailored to any grade level\, assigned to any student\, and played on iPad or Android tablets\, laptop or desktop computers. Data is tracked automatically. This award-winning software is developed collaboratively with educators.
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SUMMARY:7 Strengths for These Challenging Times: Using SEL and Stories to Sustain Powerful Learning Communities for All
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Pam Allyn\, Senior Vice President of Innovation & Development\, Scholastic Education \nSponsored by Scholastic Education \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nThe loss of routine and the school environment is deeply disorienting\, but together\, we can unite school and home communities to create vibrant\, meaningful experiences to support our students\, families\, and educators in our continued mission of learning. In this edWebinar\, author and literacy expert Pam Allyn shares ways we can continue to support and nurture students and families in these days of unexpected transition and trauma. \nLiteracy is a tool for communication\, connection and growth. It helps us make friends\, relieves stress\, and experience the joys and challenges of resilience centered learning. \nNow\, more than ever before\, children and young adults need literacy as a vital way to maintain a semblance of normalcy\, and to continue learning and growing\, no matter their environment. \nJoin this edWebinar\, as Pam Allyn provides educators with strategies to help students feel the power of their learning community in new and old ways. Using her 7 Strengths model\, a research-based social-emotional learning framework she created as an anchoring tool\, Pam provided concrete ways to help students learn at home with skill-centered approaches for literacy. Educators will leave feeling empowered by her techniques for sustaining joy\, engagement\, and skill-building that they can share with students and families. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of benefit to kindergarten through middle school teachers and school and district leaders.  \n \nAbout the Presenter \nPam Allyn is a world-renowned literacy expert\, author\, and senior vice president of innovation and development at Scholastic Education. She is the founder of LitWorld\, a groundbreaking global literacy movement serving children across the United States and in more than 60 countries. Pam and LitWorld created LitCamp in partnership with Scholastic\, a transformational summer learning solution that combines social-emotional learning and literacy skills development. Pam is the author of 27 books for educators\, leaders\, and families on reading\, writing and quality learning\, including Every Child a Super Reader (Scholastic\, 2015)\, co-authored with Dr. Ernest Morrell. \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\nAt Scholastic Education\, we believe that the development of robust literacy skills is at the very heart of empowering children to thrive in school and in life. For nearly 100 years\, we’ve partnered with districts and schools to inspire lifelong readers and learners. From transformative\, research-based literacy instruction\, to expert professional development\, and groundbreaking family & community engagement\, we partner with educators every step of the way on the path to literacy. \n 
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SUMMARY:A District Spotlight: Shifting to eLearning and How to Measure Effectiveness
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Neal Weaver\, Ph.D.\, Executive Director of Digital Learning\, Santa Fe Public Schools\, NM; and Leo Brehm\, Product Manager\, ENA/CatchOn\nHosted by Monica Cougan\, Product Marketing Manager\, ENA/CatchOn \nSponsored by CatchOn \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edLeader Panel Learn more. \nIn this edLeader Panel\, examine the shift to eLearning with Santa Fe Public Schools in New Mexico. Neal Weaver\, Ph.D.\, Executive Director of Digital Learning at Santa Fe Public Schools\, shares the district’s digital journey from classrooms to eLearning. Learn how this district is using data analytics to ensure students are safe and engaged in their eLearning experiences. In addition to receiving our recommendations and strategies for enhancing your remote learning program\, learn how to evaluate and review your initiatives with CatchOn\, a data analytics program that gives you visibility into your district’s digital learning resources and into usage at school and at home. \nThis recorded edLeader Panel will be of interest to school and district leaders of preK through high school grade levels.  \n \nAbout the Presenters \nNeal Weaver\, Ph.D.\, serves as Executive Director of Digital Learning at Santa Fe Public Schools in New Mexico. Through Dr. Weavers’ guidance\, SFPS maintains a future-ready network\, more secure and responsive to the needs of education. In addition\, the district provides the technology needed to support best practice teaching and learning. Dr. Weaver developed a Digital Learning Coach team\, who serve as a critical support in expanding the digital learning for SFPS staff and students. In short\, his goal is to create and develop a culture in which technology serves as a natural\, yet vital\, support for best practice teaching and learning. Dr. Weaver is a National Board-Certified Teacher and a Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL). He holds an M.A. in instructional technology and a Ph.D. in education leadership\, and his dissertation centered on the creation of data-driven professional development programs for K-12 districts. \n \nLeo Brehm serves as the product manager for CatchOn\, Inc. He is an accomplished senior executive\, consultant\, board member\, and thought leader with more than 22 years of success in the education and e-learning industries. Leo has been actively involved in the design and development of the CatchOn API\, which empowers school districts to use data in aggregate with student performance\, leveraging dashboarding business intelligence tools. He has worked for the Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough\, MA as Director of Technology and Digital Learning; Newton\, MA Public Schools as Director of IT and Library Media; Sharon\, MA Public Schools as Director of Technology; and as a consultant at Creativemindz Consulting Group LLC. He has a proven history of dedication to the advancement of learning through a schooling model that is both student-centered and personalized. \n \nAbout the Host \nMonica Cougan is Product Marketing Manager at ENA\, where she leverages her more than 35 years of experience in education and technology to help schools make the most of new technology. Throughout her career\, Monica has been an evangelist for the adoption of technology as a transformative educational tool. She also has extensive experience helping K-12 schools implement 1:1 programs and in disseminating problem-based and project-based learning methodologies that focus on helping each student develop his or her own voice. Throughout Monica’s extensive career\, she has sought out the diverse experiences required to know how to implement positive changes in education: she has served as a classroom teacher\, adjunct professor\, and education consultant for national\, technology-based curriculum companies. Away from the classroom\, she has served as an independent math consultant\, worked in curriculum development\, evaluated research on school-based programs\, and developed professional learning opportunities for educators looking for a new mastery of technology. \n Closed Captioning will be added within two weeks of the live event.  \nJoin the Empower Data Decision-Making community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, and receive invitations to upcoming edLeader Panels. \n\n \nCatchOn is a user-friendly data analytics tool that collects real-time data on every device\, enabling school districts to make data-informed decisions about the apps and online tools their educators and students are using. In 2018\, CatchOn joined forces with ENA\, a leading provider of comprehensive technology solutions to education institutions and libraries across the nation. Collectively\, CatchOn and ENA leverage their respective resources and expertise to deliver critical services and solutions that help school districts produce positive outcomes in the communities they serve.
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SUMMARY:Character Education: Interview with Medal of Honor Recipient Florent “Flo” Groberg (Afghanistan)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Congressional Medal of Honor Society \nWatch the Recording Listen to the Podcast \nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nPlease watch an edWebinar interview with Medal of Honor Recipient Florent “Flo” Groberg. Captain Groberg was awarded the Medal of Honor for risking his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving in Afghanistan. \nInterviews with Medal of Honor Recipients are part of the Medal of Honor Character Development Program\, a free program that helps students build character and promotes responsible citizenship. The Medal of Honor is awarded for “gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of one’s life\, above and beyond the call of duty.” Those awarded it drew upon their deepest convictions and values in the most challenging of circumstances. Their examples of courage and sacrifice can inspire us as we face our own challenges. \nCaptain Groberg was awarded the Medal of Honor for risking his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving in Afghanistan. On August 8\, 2012\, the personal security detail Captain Groberg was leading came under attack by two suicide bombers. Captain Groberg tackled one of the bombers\, saving numerous lives. As a result of his actions\, he sustained the loss of almost 50% of his left calf muscle along with significant nerve damage\, a blown eardrum\, and a mild traumatic brain injury. Captain Groberg’s extraordinary heroism and selflessness are in keeping with the highest traditions of military service. \nHere are ways you can share this inspiring story and interview with your students: \n\nShare Captain Groberg’s story with your class.\nWatch the recording above to share and discuss with your class.\nTake advantage of the free lessons provided by the Medal of Honor Character Development Program. For shortened activities specifically for you to use while learning has shifted to an online format\, follow the Character Development Program on Facebook.\nPlease note that students are not permitted to log into the recording to protect student privacy.\n\nThis recorded edWebinar will be of interest to all teachers\, school and district leaders. \n \nAbout the Presenter \nRetired U.S. Army Captain Florent “Flo” Groberg received the Medal of Honor in 2015. Born in France\, Groberg moved to Bethesda\, Maryland when he was 12 and became a naturalized U.S. citizen in 2001. He attended the University of Maryland\, College Park where he competed in varsity track and cross country. In May 2006\, Groberg graduated from UMD with a bachelor’s degree in criminology and criminal justice. Groberg entered the Army in July 2008 and deployed to Afghanistan in November 2009. In November 2011\, he was assigned as the brigade personal security detachment commander for the Fourth Infantry Brigade Combat Team\, Fourth Infantry Division. He was promoted to captain in August 2012. On August 8\, 2012\, the personal security detail he was leading came under attack by two suicide bombers. Groberg tackled one of the bombers\, saving numerous lives. As a result of his actions\, he sustained the loss of 45 to 50 percent of his left calf muscle along with significant nerve damage\, a blown eardrum\, and a mild traumatic brain injury. Groberg spent his recovery at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center from August 2012 through May 2015\, undergoing 33 surgeries. He was medically retired on July 23\, 2015. Groberg’s awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal with one Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster\, the Purple Heart\, the Meritorious Service Medal\, the Army Commendation Medal\, the Army Achievement Medal with one Bronze Oak Leaf Cluster\, the Afghanistan Campaign Medal with three Bronze Service Stars; the Global War on Terrorism Medal\, the National Defense Service Medal\, the Army Service Ribbon\, the Overseas Service Ribbon\, the NATO Medal\, the Combat Infantryman Badge\, the U.S. Army Parachutists Badge\, the U.S. Army Ranger Tab\, and the Meritorious Unit Commendation. Groberg currently resides in Washington state with his wife and serves as the Director of Veterans Outreach for The Boeing Company. \n\n \nAbout the Host \nCathy Ehlers Metcalf joined the Medal of Honor Character Development Program as Vice President of Education in 2015 after serving as a Regional Curriculum Trainer. She now serves as the Executive Director of Education for the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation. Cathy taught college-level writing for over 33 years in Southern California. Cathy’s father was a World War II Medal of Honor Recipient. Those experiences gave Cathy a great respect for both the Medal of Honor and a passion for service to our Nation’s Veterans. \n \n\nJoin The Medal of Honor Character Development Program community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nThe Medal of Honor Character Development Program is a curriculum resource built on the values of courage\, commitment\, sacrifice\, citizenship\, integrity\, and patriotism. Its living history videos and accompanying lessons teach students that ordinary people can meet great challenges and make the world around them a better place. Each lesson highlights skills such as writing\, collaboration\, and critical thinking. With two available curriculum options (elementary and secondary)\, the resources are appropriate for K-12 students and beyond. Assignments and activities fit efficiently into existing disciplines\, time periods\, and schedules. \n 
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SUMMARY:Remote Learning Toolkit: Leading and Learning in a Virtual World
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Carl Hooker\, Educator and Author \nSponsored by NetRef \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nWe have all been instantly thrown into a world where life and learning has to happen remotely and online. This new world provides many challenges and opportunities for teachers\, leaders\, and families. Companies are quick to provide access to free resources\, but how do we sort through these and provide guidance to our schools as to what works best and what doesn’t? In this fast-paced\, interactive edWebinar\, innovative educator\, Carl Hooker\, provides insights and strategies to help overcome our fears and empower ourselves and our students going forward into this remote learning world. \nMr. Hooker will start by looking at some of the best strategies schools across the country are using when it comes to remote learning. Then\, he’ll discuss tools for teachers that are suddenly forced to transition from face-to-face teaching towards remote teaching. Finally\, he’ll discuss some of the opportunities gained by going remote and how schools might leverage this learning in the now unpredictable future. \nIn this edWebinar\, Mr. Hooker gives special attention to tackling issues around: \n\nConsistency of communication during a long-term shutdown\nHandling equity and access to all of our students\nDiscussing advantages between synchronous and asynchronous learning\nGiving our teachers a toolkit of basics to get started teaching remotely\nSupporting parents suddenly thrust into the role of teacher\n\nEdTech can be a powerful tool to help now more than ever if we use it wisely. If you’ve been thrust into this world of remote learning\, join this edWebinar to learn and discuss best practices for your school or district. If you’re a tech pro\, you’ll learn tips you can share with others in your professional learning community to help them advance in their use of technology when it comes to remote learning. \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of benefit to kindergarten through high school teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders. \n \nAbout the Presenter \nCarl Hooker is an educator and author. Carl has been part of an exciting educational shift with technology integration. During his 21 years in education\, Carl has had a wide range of roles\, from teacher to Virtualization Coordinator to Director of Innovation. Wherever he’s taught\, and whatever his role\, Carl has always had one common belief – kids need to drive their own learning. Carl is the author of the six-part book series Mobile Learning Mindset\, which focuses on a different stakeholder and the role each plays in a successful mobile learning initiative. In addition to his work as an author and district leader\, Carl is a keynote speaker\, consultant\, and advisor to multiple edTech start-up companies. He has been named a Tech & Learning “Leader of the Year” and is a member of the Apple Distinguished Educator class of 2013. He is the host of the “Learning Unleashed” podcast through ISTE and the BAM network. \nJoin the Success in a Digital World community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nEasy to use and integrate\, NetRef is a classroom management solution that helps teachers and students stay focused on learning by managing access to the internet and apps on any device\, including student-owned smartphones. Now operating in schools in 26 states\, NetRef enables schools to maximize their EdTech investments by providing insight into the use of digital learning tools and by empowering teachers to keep students on task when using devices. Learn more at www.net-ref.com.
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SUMMARY:New Remote Learning Resources from Common Sense
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Merve Lapus\, Vice President\, Education Outreach & National Partnerships\, Common Sense Education; and Liz Kline\, Vice President\, Education\, Common Sense\nHosted by Jennifer Ehehalt\, Sr Regional Manager\, Common Sense Education \nHosted by Common Sense Education \nWatch the Recording\nGet a CE Certificate for this edWebinar Learn more \nCampuses are closing and will likely remain closed for the rest of the school year. For many\, our education system is unprepared to transition to remote learning. We need to make learning from home an awesome experience that thrills kids\, engages teachers\, relieves families\, and restores community. We invite you to come learn about Wide Open School\, a new\, free online resource to support families and educators who are transitioning to remote learning as a result of the coronavirus. \nThis recorded edWebinar will equip you with a variety of pre-K–12 content to address subject areas\, life skills\, SEL\, physical activity\, arts\, STEAM\, and much more. There is something for everyone! \nThis recorded edWebinar will be of benefit to middle school through higher education teachers\, librarians\, and school leaders.  \n \nAbout the Presenters \nMerve is responsible for the overall outreach strategy and national partnerships for Common Sense Education and oversees a team that works directly with leadership to impact communities using technology for learning and life. Collaborating with school networks\, state-level organizations\, community leaders\, and national partners\, Merve is committed to fostering a whole-community approach to digital well-being\, and establishing supportive learning spaces for all children and families to thrive in a world with media and technology. Merve has over 17 years of experience driving education technology initiatives across school programs\, and building educator confidence through professional learning\, and strategic implementation. Merve sits on a number of steering committees addressing school climate and state policy initiatives and currently sits on the Marketing and Communications Board for the University of San Francisco and the Children’s Creativity Museum of San Francisco. Merve holds a BA in Psychology and Sociology from the University of San Francisco \n \nLiz Kline is Vice President\, Education at Common Sense Education. She is an experienced marketing and product leader with more than 15 years of experience working in edtech and not-for-profit organizations. She began her career as an elementary school teacher in southern California and as a Teach for America corps member. After leaving the classroom\, Liz worked in sales\, marketing\, market research\, and product management at Pearson Learning Group and National Geographic School Publishing. More recently she has held product and marketing management positions at Scientific Learning and GlassLab. With a passion for building and leading teams\, Liz strives to inspire people to do their best work\, driving toward impact and serving the needs of educators and students foremost. Liz is a graduate of UC Berkeley and holds a master’s degree in curriculum and teacher education from Stanford. \n \nAbout the Host \nJennifer Ehehalt is the Pittsburgh Regional Manager at Common Sense Education. Jennifer has over 20 years of experience in education. She continues to partner with state-level organizations\, school districts\, and community organizations across the nation to help integrate Common Sense education resources. Jennifer provides educational leadership through consultation with school districts\, professional development-both in-person and virtual\, conference presentations\, and parent university’s. Jennifer sits on the Advisory Council for Kidsburgh and is a champion for Remake Learning Days Across America. Jennifer has a B.S in Elementary Education and an M. Ed. in Educational Leadership. Jennifer was recently named 2019 Alumni of the Year from Edinboro University. \nJoin the Digital Learning & Leadership community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nCommon Sense Education develops high-quality digital citizenship programs and digital teaching resources\, providing educators and students with the digital learning tools they need to harness the power of technology for life.
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