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SUMMARY:Expanding Access to Work-Based Learning: Innovative Models for Career-Aligned Education
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Paul Ketcham\, Superintendent\, Batesville Community School Corporation (IN); Michael Connet\, Associate Deputy Executive Director\, Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE); and Dr. Katie Minihan\, Former Teacher\, Current Executive Vice President and Chief Impact Officer\, Project Lead The Way \nSponsored by Project Lead The Way \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nDiscover how schools are reimagining career-connected learning through high-quality internships and apprenticeships that break down barriers and open new pathways for students. This engaging edLeader Panel showcases cutting-edge models\, tools\, and partnerships that bring experiences to students in accessible and equitable ways. \nThis session equips you with innovative strategies to scale equitable and future-ready work-based learning in your schools and district. This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 CTE administrators and education leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nAs Superintendent of Batesville Community School Corporation (BCSC)\, Paul Ketcham leads with a clear purpose: to cultivate a thriving\, student-centered culture where innovation\, wellness\, and opportunity intersect. Over the past eight years\, Paul has had the privilege of working alongside dedicated educators\, engaged families\, and forward-thinking community partners to ensure their students graduate Bulldog Ready—equipped with the knowledge\, skills\, attributes\, and experiences needed to succeed in life\, college\, and careers. \n \nMichael Connet is the Associate Deputy Executive Director\, Outreach and Partner Development at the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE®). In this role\, Michael is responsible for promoting the impact of high-quality CTE on America’s learners and supporting the development and growth of the Association’s service to 200\,000+ professionals engaged in preparing America’s next generation of workers. Michael leads the Association’s efforts to build relationships that harness the potential of career and technical education and create projects and initiatives that elevate the profession. Michael formerly served as ACTE’s Senior Director of Programs and Communications. \nPrior to joining ACTE\, Michael coordinated educational technology programs at community colleges in Iowa and South Carolina\, was an executive with public television\, overseeing education outreach\, and led two Fortune 50 telecommunications/technology companies’ charitable foundations in their efforts to support education. A frequent author and speaker on educational excellence\, Michael resides in the Washington\, DC\, area with his wife\, a lifelong educator. \n \nDr. Catherine (Katie) Minihan is the Executive Vice President and Chief Impact Officer at Project Lead The Way\, focused on supporting PLTW’s mission through research\, government relations\, policy\, and strategic partnerships. Prior to joining PLTW\, Dr. Minihan served as Deputy Superintendent for Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation in Southwest Indiana. She started her career as an elementary school teacher and has been working in the field of education for almost 20 years. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Career\, Technical\, and Adult Education community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nInspiring PreK-12 Students and Teachers in Thousands of Schools Across the U.S. \nSchool and district leaders need a solution that cultivates confidence and career readiness—and PLTW checks all the boxes. As a nonprofit organization founded by educators and driven by education leaders\, we’ve spent more than 28 years equipping students with the technical knowledge\, transferable skills\, and career confidence they need to thrive—through programs that integrate real-world industry partnerships\, best-in-class teacher training\, and our proven activity-\, project-\, problem-based (APB) instructional model.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/cte20251016/
CATEGORIES:Career Education,College and Career Readiness,CTE: Career and Tech Ed
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SUMMARY:Student-Led Inquiry in the Science Classroom: Transforming “This is Boring” Into “I Can't Wait to Investigate!”
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Suzanne Kehret\, Former Educator\, Current Product Designer\, ExploreLearning; Bonnie Ellis\, Former Educator\, Current Senior Professional Learning Manager\, ExploreLearning; and Dr. Megan Conrad\, Former Instructor\, Current Manager of Efficacy & Insights Research\, ExploreLearning \nSponsored by ExploreLearning \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nBringing authentic inquiry-based learning into the classroom is a powerful way to inspire\, engage\, and educate students—all while connecting them to exciting STEM career pathways! In this edWebinar\, you hear from Suzanne Kehret\, a Learning Product Designer and LX researcher who’s led science learning at both the classroom and district levels; Bonnie Ellis\, now guiding teacher professional development after her own years as a science teacher; and STEM education researcher Dr. Megan Conrad. Together\, they share research-based strategies that transform passive listeners into active investigators who think like real scientists. \nDiscover how to create a classroom where students actively engage in inquiry-based learning\, gathering evidence\, analyzing data\, and building strong explanations for real-world phenomena. You see exactly how authentic\, hands-on investigations can turn even your most reluctant learners into curious problem-solvers while supporting scientific sensemaking and three-dimensional learning. In this edWebinar\, you learn: \n\nThe science behind inquiry-based learning and how it supports student success\, scientific sensemaking\, and three-dimensional learning\nStrategies to foster real-world problem solving and student inquiry\nPractical approaches to integrate more inquiry into your classroom\nHow to leverage high-quality instructional materials and technology to support student-led inquiry\, scientific sensemaking\, and three-dimensional learning\nHow to seamlessly integrate more inquiry into your existing curriculum using technology without overwhelming your planning time\n\nThis interactive session includes real-world examples\, hands-on modeling\, and a live Q&A. You also see a brief demonstration of how ExploreLearning Gizmos simulations can enhance inquiry-based learning and help students engage in authentic scientific practices like analyzing data\, constructing explanations\, and developing models. \nBonus: All attendees receive an extended 45-day trial of Gizmos with full access to ALL simulations\, investigations\, and cases—no limitations\, no timers! \nYou leave with practical inquiry-based strategies you can use tomorrow\, a three-dimensional learning handout with classroom-ready implementation ideas\, and approaches to spark student curiosity and deepen scientific thinking. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school science teachers\, curriculum directors\, and instructional leaders looking to create more engaging\, student-driven science learning experiences. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nSuzanne Kehret is a Product Designer at ExploreLearning\, where she creates inquiry-based digital science lessons designed to put students in charge of their own learning. Suzanne started her career as a high school science teacher\, focusing on helping students make sense of complex concepts through questioning and exploration. Later\, as a K–12 district science coordinator\, she supported teachers across all grade levels with curriculum design\, instructional coaching\, and new program adoption. Now in edtech\, Suzanne partners with product\, UX\, and analytics teams to develop resources that genuinely reflect classroom needs. Her work is rooted in making science accessible\, engaging\, and truly inquiry driven—while supporting teachers every step of the way. Suzanne’s unique perspective bridges the classroom and district office\, ensuring every voice is represented. \n \nBonnie Ellis is the Senior Professional Development Manager at ExploreLearning\, a role she has held since joining ExploreLearning in 2017. Prior to joining ExploreLearning\, Bonnie served as a science teacher for nine years\, and as a science coordinator for three years\, giving her first-hand experience she now brings to her work supporting educators. In her current role\, she leads the Certified Instructor Program and manages two key teams: the Learning Architect team and the Professional Development Coordinator team. Her work is critical to supporting and refining implementation strategies for ExploreLearning’s professional development goals. \n\n \nDr. Megan Conrad is the Manager of Efficacy & Insights Research at ExploreLearning\, where she leads studies on the impact of digital math and science tools in K–12 classrooms. She collaborates with product teams to improve learning outcomes and partners with district leaders to uncover evidence of student success and support evidence-based implementation decisions. Dr. Conrad earned her Ph.D. in psychology from Rutgers University and has 15 years of experience in research on child development\, learning environments\, and youth and technology. She previously served as an assistant professor of psychology and founded a research lab focused on children’s STEM learning in informal settings. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Teaching Next Generation Scientists community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nExploreLearning develops education technology for the most critical STEM learning needs. From early science exploration to foundational math skills to virtual STEM simulations\, our solutions build deep understanding and are proven to work for ALL students. Our award-winning K-12 STEM tools\, including Gizmos\, Reflex\, Frax\, and Science4Us\, are used by over 15 million students in over 80 countries. \nResearch based and proven to be effective\, ExploreLearning STEM solutions are serious fun. Designed to engage students and inspire curiosity\, they encourage and reward students as they learn. With adaptive\, individualized instruction\, our solutions build critical STEM skills with just-in-time support for each student. Transform your STEM instruction with digital tools that make it easy to reward effort\, track progress\, and personalize learning for every learner.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/science20251015/
CATEGORIES:Inquiry-Based Learning,Science
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SUMMARY:Celebrate the Genius and Joy of Every Student in Your Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Gholdy Muhammad\, Endowed Professor of Curriculum and Instruction\, University of Illinois Chicago \nSponsored by Lerner Publishing Group \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin us for an inspiring and thought-provoking edWebinar with Dr. Gholdy Muhammad\, renowned educator\, researcher\, and author of Cultivating Genius and Unearthing Joy. Dr. Muhammad’s groundbreaking research explores how educators can create teaching and learning environments that are academically rigorous\, culturally and historically responsive\, and deeply meaningful\, relevant\, and joyful for all students. \nDr. Muhammad presents her Five Pursuits Framework (Identity\, Skills\, Intellect\, Criticality\, and Joy)\, which is a research-based approach that enhances student engagement and intellectual growth. Drawing on her extensive scholarship and practical experience\, Dr. Muhammad shares insights into how schools can foster universal values\, creativity and critical thinking\, and interaction with families and communities. \nThis edWebinar offers educators\, administrators\, and education leaders concrete strategies and tools for designing meaningful\, transformative learning that affirms students’ identities and fosters academic success. Educators leave feeling inspired and able to envision what curricula can be when we center genius and joy. Whether you are new to Dr. Muhammad’s work or have already been inspired by her writing\, this session provides actionable ideas to reimagine curriculum\, instruction\, and leadership. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn directly from one of today’s leading voices in culturally responsive education. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-5 school leaders and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Gholdy Muhammad is the John Corbally Endowed Professor of Literacy\, Language\, and Culture at the University of Illinois Chicago. She has previously served as a classroom teacher\, literacy specialist\, school district administrator\, curriculum director\, and school board president. She studies Black historical excellence in education\, intending to reframe curriculum and instruction today. Dr. Muhammad’s scholarship has appeared in leading academic journals and books. She has also received numerous national awards and is the author of the best-selling books Cultivating Genius and Unearthing Joy. In 2022\, 2023\, 2024\, and 2025\, she was named among the top 1% Edu-Scholar Public Influencers due to her impact on policy and practice. In the fall of 2026\, her first curriculum\, entitled Genius and Joy\, will be available to schools and educators.  \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Teaching community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nLerner Publishing Group is one of the nation’s largest independently owned children’s publishers with more than 7\,000 books in print. Lerner creates the highest-quality nonfiction and fiction content for children and young adults in a variety of subjects and formats. Our books are thoroughly researched and exceptionally written with amazing illustrations and captivating photography that hold readers’ attention. At Lerner Publishing Group\, we meet our customers’ needs by producing the highest-quality nonfiction and fiction content in a variety of subjects and formats. Our unique\, engaging books for PreK-12 help librarians\, educators\, and parents in developing a love of reading and learning among the children and youth they serve.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/clrt20251014/
CATEGORIES:Culturally Responsive Teaching,Student Achievement,Student Engagement and Motivation,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy
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SUMMARY:Empowering Student Growth Through a Strength-Based Approach
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Mike Ruyle\, Educator and Author; and Jason D. Cummins (Awachíikaate)\, Educator and Author \nSponsored by Marzano Resources \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nEducators at all grade levels understand that what happens inside the classroom is deeply connected to students’ personal\, emotional\, and mental well-being outside the classroom. Although there has been a massive focus in education recently on issues such as trauma and equity\, there is a clear and urgent need to adopt an evolved model of schooling that can approach the problem from a strength-based perspective. \nThis edWebinar invites viewers to consider a humanized educational framework that aligns and synthesizes research and knowledge from an array of fields\, such as education\, the social sciences\, neurology\, biology\, and psychology\, into a dynamic\, holistic\, and contextualized structure. This approach empowers all educational organizations to meet the needs of every learner and community. \nViewers: \n\nUnderstand that effective implementation of strength-based teaching elements can have a corresponding increase in the psychological fitness and cognitive growth of their students\nBe inspired by an educational framework in which all practices\, strategies\, and interventions make sense in a larger\, organizational context\nDiscuss the cultural health of their programs and contemplate what steps can be the most useful in helping them move forward\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and state education agencies. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nMike Ruyle\, Ed.D.\, has served as a classroom teacher\, athletic coach\, school principal\, program director\, university professor\, and professional development presenter over a 30-year career. \n \nJason D. Cummins (Awachíikaate) is an Indigenous scholar with over 20 years of experience in education\, having served in various roles including teacher\, instructional coach\, and administrator. He is a contributing author of The School Wellness Wheel\, a co-author of Humanized Education\, and a Professor of Educational Leadership at Montana State University. Jason has worked with schools on a range of initiatives\, from implementing traditional school improvement efforts to culturally sustaining\, trauma-informed\, and restorative approaches. \nJoin the Inspire Learning & Engagement community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nAt Marzano Resources\, we are bound by our passion to deliver best practices you can take straight to your classrooms\, schools\, and districts. To support you through every phase of your professional development journey\, we offer a range of services and products\, including on-site professional development\, educator events\, virtual coaching\, books\, and online courses\, with a strong emphasis on the topics that educators like you face every day. \nNo matter what your specific challenges may be\, our products and services offer research-based strategies you can put into practice immediately in a variety of customizable formats that fit your schedule. When you choose Marzano Resources\, you can be sure you are receiving guidance from some of the education field’s most highly regarded thought leaders for continuous school improvement.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/learning20251014/
CATEGORIES:Growth Mindset and Culture,Mental Health and Wellness,Social-Emotional Learning,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy
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SUMMARY:Leading AI in Education: A Framework for Future-Ready Schools
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Katie Page\, M.Ed.\, Instructional Technology Coordinator\, Township High School District 214 (IL); Alicia DelMastro\, K-12 Instructional Technology Specialist\, Pelham Union Free School District (NY); Jenn Jeffers\, Former Teacher\, Current Senior Curriculum Designer and AI Subject Matter Expert\, Britannica Education; and Chris Heintz\, Former Teacher\, Current Director of Customer Experience\, Britannica Education \nSponsored by Britannica Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nAI is no longer on the horizon; it’s already transforming classrooms\, instruction\, and school operations. The real question for leaders isn’t if they’ll use AI\, but how to shape it into a trusted\, sustainable part of teaching and learning. \nThis edWebinar brings together district leaders and education experts to share a practical framework for moving from exploration to confident\, future-ready action. You hear real-world lessons and strategies for aligning AI initiatives with your district’s goals\, equity commitments\, and long-term vision. In this session\, you learn how to: \n\nBuild a shared vision that unites educators\, families\, and communities\nPut clear systems in place so teachers feel confident using new tools\nPilot AI in focused\, practical ways that spark momentum and buy-in\nMeasure what matters to track progress and celebrate success\n\nAI in education isn’t just a tool; it’s a leadership opportunity. Join us to discover how thoughtful strategies today can shape a stronger\, more equitable future for your schools. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nKatie Page\, M.Ed.\, is a physics teacher turned EdTech coach. Katie empowers all educators & staff to save time\, personalize learning\, and confidently lead AI conversations in their schools. Katie recently published her book\, AI Blueprint for Schools: A Practical Guide for Educators to Integrate AI\, which is a conversational guide to understanding and implementing Generative AI (GenAI) in real-world\, responsible\, and deeply impactful ways. \n \nAlicia DelMastro has served as the K-12 Instructional Technology Specialist for the Pelham Union Free School District since 2019\, after previously teaching kindergarten and third-grade special education. With a strong foundation in early childhood education\, Alicia approaches instructional technology with an emphasis on hands-on\, real-world learning experiences that engage students in meaningful ways. She believes that building strong relationships and trust with teachers is essential to her role. Alicia has empowered and inspired educators to integrate digital tools in creative and impactful ways. She has spearheaded initiatives that engage students in coding\, multimedia production\, and digital fluency while fostering a culture of innovation. Through forward-thinking curriculum design\, she has aligned the NYS Computer Science and Digital Fluency standards with immersive\, hands-on projects that inspire curiosity and problem-solving. Most recently\, she has been at the forefront of exploring artificial intelligence alongside Director of Technology John Sebalos to enhance both teaching and learning\, equipping educators and students with future-ready skills. \n \nJenn Jeffers began her career as a secondary classroom teacher\, spending over 15 years in education before moving into content development\, instructional design\, and edtech. For more than a decade\, she has created learning materials\, specializing in language\, composition\, and media literacy. Her expertise in developing best practices helps educators integrate technology effectively into modern learning environments. After years working in cybersecurity\, Jenn brought her career full circle\, combining technical expertise with educational innovation. \nAs a Senior Curriculum Designer and AI Subject Matter Expert at Britannica Education\, she builds resources that prepare students and teachers for the future. Jenn holds a BA in English from the University of California\, Berkeley\, and an MA in education from the University of Colorado. Working at the intersection of education and technology\, she is dedicated to shaping the next generation of learning through strategic content and impactful curricula.  \n \nChris Heintz began his career in education as a high school social studies teacher in Chicago. Since then\, he’s served in various roles in education management\, helping teachers navigate the complex world of assessments\, data\, and curriculum and instruction. Throughout it all\, he’s been dedicated to one thing—providing teachers with tools they need to create positive outcomes for the students in their care! Chris currently serves as the Director of Customer Experience at Britannica Education\, overseeing the delivery and support of professional learning for product-specific initiatives\, and is a subject matter expert in media literacy. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Artificial Intelligence in Education community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nBritannica Education\, a global leader in digital educational technology and content\, is part of the Britannica Group’s tradition of excellence in information\, knowledge\, and learning\, stretching back more than 250 years. We partner with educators\, school districts\, libraries\, ministries\, and media companies worldwide to inspire student curiosity and provide trusted\, comprehensive resources to meet evolving teaching and learning needs.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ai20251014/
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Future Ready Learning
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SUMMARY:Building Authentic Relationships in an AI-Driven World
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Sue Thotz\, Former Educator\, Current Director of Outreach\, Common Sense Education; and Tali Horowitz\, Former Educator\, Current East Coast Education Director\, Common Sense Media \nSponsored by Common Sense Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin Tali Horowitz\, East Coast Education Director\, and Sue Thotz\, Director of Outreach\, from Common Sense Education as we approach Digital Citizenship Week. \nDrawing from Common Sense’s latest research on the risks of AI companions and emerging findings about boys’ online interactions\, this edWebinar provides educators with practical tools and frameworks to support healthy relationship building and social skills. Teachers learn evidence-based approaches to help students recognize parasocial vs. genuine relationships\, develop curiosity for others\, and build resilience against potentially harmful AI chatbots. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nSue Thotz (she/her) is the Director of Outreach for Common Sense Education and Co-founder of Equity in Action CA. In 2011\, Sue began working for Common Sense by providing support and training for educators and administrators on issues of digital culture and wellness. As a co-founder of Equity in Action CA\, she has facilitated conferences that emphasize the importance of identity and belonging and strive to amplify marginalized voices in the education technology space. Sue is the winner of the 2023 CUE Making IT Happen Award. Prior to Common Sense\, Sue was a researcher and educator. Sue holds a master’s degree in public health and an undergraduate degree in zoology and chemistry. \n \nTali Horowitz is the East Coast Education Director at Common Sense Education\, where she works with educators and families to empower kids to meaningfully harness the power of media and technology for learning and life. She partners with state-level organizations\, school districts\, and community organizations to help integrate Common Sense Education resources. She provides educational leadership through consultation with school districts\, professional development (both in person and virtual)\, and conference presentations. Tali has been an educator for 20 years. Her passions include helping educators and families effectively navigate the digital world and building cultural competency. She has worked in a variety of educational settings\, including as an elementary school teacher in the New York City Department of Education and the San Francisco Unified School District. In 2013\, she received a Fulbright Fellowship to research culturally responsive pedagogy in New Zealand. In her free time\, she loves face-to-face interactions with friends and family. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Digital Learning & Leadership community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nCommon Sense Education develops high-quality digital citizenship programs and digital teaching resources\, providing educators and students with the digital learning tools they need to harness the power of technology for life.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/commonsense20251014/
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Digital Citizenship,Empathy and Resilience,Social Media
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SUMMARY:4 Strategies to Reduce Handwriting Referrals and Boost Student Success
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Roxanne Thompson\, OTR\, Sr. Professional Learning Designer\, Learning Without Tears; and Katrina Erickson\, OTR\, National Presenter and Content Support Specialist\, Learning Without Tears \nSponsored by Learning Without Tears \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThis edWebinar explores the vital role handwriting plays in supporting overall academic development and student success. Viewers explore the essential components of explicit handwriting instruction and discover how proactive strategies can enhance their instructional approach while minimizing handwriting referrals. In addition\, this session highlights practical progress monitoring tools that educators can apply to track student growth and make informed referral decisions. \nLearning outcomes include: \n\nExplain the critical role handwriting plays in overall academic development\nIdentify key components of explicit handwriting instruction that support student success and reduce the need for referrals\nLeverage progress monitoring tools to track\, inform\, and guide handwriting referral decisions\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-5 teachers and school leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nRoxanne Thompson received her Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from Texas Woman’s University in 1998. She has practiced OT in public schools\, early intervention\, and currently a private pediatric outpatient clinic. She also provides handwriting tutoring services to children in pre-school through middle school. Roxanne is a Sr. Professional Learning Designer for Learning Without Tears. She completed her Level 1 certification in March 2007 and has been presenting for Learning Without Tears since 2009.   \n \nKatrina Erickson earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston\, Texas\, in 1990. With over 25 years of experience specializing in handwriting development\, she is passionate about helping students develop natural and automatic handwriting skills in both print and cursive. Through her work in school-based practice and private handwriting services\, Katrina is dedicated to supporting children of all abilities in building the foundational skills they need for academic success\, empowering them to excel in the classroom and beyond. Katrina is a National Presenter and Content Support Specialist for Learning Without Tears.  \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Foundational Literacy Skills community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nLearning Without Tears’ mission in today’s changing learning landscape is to ensure that the path to student success remains simple and fun. We provide child-friendly\, hands-on\, innovative instruction for early learning\, handwriting\, keyboarding\, and writing strategies\, and our programs reach more than 31 million students in Pre-K through fifth grade.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/lwt20251013/
CATEGORIES:Early Childhood Learning,Hands-On Learning,Student Achievement
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SUMMARY:Slow Reading in Dyslexia: What Goals Are Reasonable and How Do We Achieve Them?
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Louisa Moats\, Ed.D.\, Literacy Expert and Author of LANGUAGE! Live®\, LETRS®\, and Speech to Print\nModerated by Pam Austin\, Director of Instructional Technology\, Voyager Sopris Learning \nSponsored by Voyager Sopris Learning \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin this inspiring and applicable edWebinar\, the third in the Dyslexia Awareness Lunch and Learn Week\, as Dr. Louisa Moats\, literacy trailblazer and renowned author\, addresses the topic of dyslexia and the instructional techniques for helping students who struggle. Dr. Moats explores how dysfluency and slow reading are enduring characteristics of dyslexia\, not just in English reading\, but across languages. \nShe discusses the research that suggests multicomponent approaches to instruction are more effective than a singular focus on reading faster\, and she provides strategies and methods for instructors to understand and utilize. Viewers learn: \n\nHow multicomponent approaches to instruction address all levels of language organization\nSeveral kinds of reading and writing practice and how they align with multicomponent instructional approaches\nThe goals associated with slow reading instruction\n\nWe hope you join us for this fascinating presentation. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, literacy coaches\, and intervention specialists. \nThis edWebinar is part of Voyager Sopris Learning’s Dyslexia Awareness Week. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Louisa Moats has been a teacher\, psychologist\, researcher\, graduate school faculty member\, and author of many influential scientific journal articles\, books\, and policy papers about the topics of reading\, spelling\, language\, and teacher preparation. Dr. Moats is the author of LANGUAGE! Live\, a blended reading intervention program for grades 5–12\, and the lead author of LETRS professional development and the textbook Speech to Print: Language Essentials for Teachers. Dr. Moats is also co-author of Spellography\, a structured language word study program. Dr. Moats’ awards include the prestigious Samuel T. and June L. Orton Award from the International Dyslexia Association® for outstanding contributions to the field\, the Eminent Researcher Award from Learning Disabilities Australia\, and the Benita Blachman Award from The Reading League. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nPam Austin\, Director of Instructional Technology for Voyager Sopris Learning\, has over 35 years of experience as an educator. She has worked as a Professional Learning Facilitator Manager with over 17 years of experience in training and supporting districts in various literacy and numeracy interventions for Voyager Sopris Learning in addition to delivering LETRS professional development sessions. She has also shared her love of proven VSL solutions as a Product Marketing Manager when she began her role as an EDVIEW360 podcast host in 2019 and continues to this day. Her goal is to aid teachers in changing the lives of students so that they not only become proficient and successful learners but also individuals confident in pursuing personal and professional life goals. \nShe previously held the role of Literacy Specialist at the Center for Development and Learning (CDL) now the Center for Literacy and Learning. As an educator in the New Orleans Public Schools for 14 years\, she served as an elementary teacher\, a reading interventionist\, a school-based reading coach\, and a central office field literacy facilitator. These varying roles allowed her to gain a myriad of experiences that has enhanced her ability to work in collaboration with other educators\, schools\, and districts for impactful professional learning. Pam’s first steps into a lifelong career as an educator began as a fourth-grade teacher in a small school in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. And the journey continues… \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Empowering Struggling Readers community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nVoyager Sopris Learning® is the specialist in reading\, writing\, and math intervention. Fully focused on intervention\, we have established four decades of results that demonstrate the efficacy of our solutions. Providing a holistic offering of reading\, writing\, and math interventions and assessments\, our solutions help educators create strong\, sustainable foundations to ensure academic success for all students.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/readers20251009/
CATEGORIES:Dyslexia,English, Language Arts, Writing,Reading Skills
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SUMMARY:Rethinking Student Mental Health Support: The Power of Dual-Factor Screening
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Evelyn Johnson\, Vice President of Research\, Riverside Insights; and Jennifer Robitaille\, Director of Research and Development\, Riverside Insights \nSponsored by The DESSA: A Riverside Insights Solution \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nStudent mental health concerns and behavioral challenges are on the rise\, disrupting learning and well-being in schools. How can districts proactively address these issues? By adopting a risk and resilience framework! \nStudents who have well-developed resilience factors are better positioned to navigate challenges and to mitigate and respond to risk factors. In this edWebinar\, Dr. Evelyn Johnson and DESSA co-author Jennifer Robitaille walk viewers through: \n\nWhat a resilience framework looks like\nWhy a risk and resilience framework is best for promoting student well-being\nHow to develop student resilience factors with data-driven instruction and interventions\, foundational classroom practices\, and screening and assessment tools to help students gain skills associated with improved wellness and academic success\n\nViewers walk away with sample classroom strategies and practices that are perfect for building students’ resilience skills and promoting student voice at the beginning of the school year. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 school leaders and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Evelyn Johnson serves as the Vice President of Research and Development at Riverside Insights. For over 25 years\, Dr. Johnson has conducted research on a variety of education issues including Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS)\, screening and progress monitoring\, self-regulated learning\, and teacher observation systems. Her research has been funded by the Institute of Education Sciences\, the National Institute of Health\, the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP)\, and private foundations including the Kellogg Foundation and the Murdock Charitable Trust. \nDr. Johnson has authored/co-authored more than 70 peer-reviewed publications\, three books\, and several book chapters; served as a field editor for the journal Exceptional Children\, and as the associate editor for the journal Assessment for Effective Intervention; and has developed national technical assistance guidance for the American Institutes for Research (AIR) and OSEP to support state education agencies with MTSS implementation. \n \nJennifer L. Robitaille\, M.S.\, is a Director of Research and Development for Riverside Insights. She earned her B.A. in psychology from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania and her master’s degree in research psychology from Villanova University. For the past decade\, Jennifer has focused her work on strength-based approaches to the measurement and promotion of social and emotional competence and resilience in children\, youth\, and the adults who care for them. She has provided consultation\, professional development\, and evaluation services to early care and education\, school\, and out-of-school-time settings using the strength-based assessment suite including the Devereux Early Childhood Assessment (DECA) for Infants\, Toddlers\, and Preschoolers and the Devereux Student Strengths Assessment (DESSA) for grades K–12. \nJennifer is an author of the Educator Social-Emotional Reflection and Training (EdSERT) program\, a professional development program focused on enhancing educators’ knowledge and effective use of social and emotional learning teaching practices. Her primary research interests focus on the measurement of social and emotional competence and resilience in children and youth\, the promotion of educator well-being and social and emotional teaching practices\, and program implementation. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Mental Health and Wellness community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nThe DESSA System is a comprehensive\, evidence-based tool that helps schools understand and support the social\, emotional\, and behavioral skills students need to thrive. With clear\, actionable data\, educators can identify strengths and needs that impact attendance\, engagement\, and academic growth. \nBeyond assessment\, the DESSA provides a full library of Strategies and Interventions aligned to MTSS. These practical lessons empower teachers to build positive learning environments and help students strengthen skills like self-awareness\, self-management\, decision making\, relationship skills\, social awareness\, and optimistic thinking. The DESSA gives schools the insight and resources they need to foster healthier\, more successful students.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mentalhealth20251009/
CATEGORIES:Behavior Challenges and Support,Mental Health and Wellness
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SUMMARY:Save Hours with AI: Standards-Aligned Science Lessons in a Click
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kerry Richmond\, M.Ed.\, Former Educator\, Current K-12 STEM Specialist\, JoVE; and Shauna Carlson\, AI Integration Specialist and Marketing Director\, JoVE \nSponsored by JoVE \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nPlanning engaging\, standards-aligned science lessons often takes hours of preparation—time that educators rarely have. This edWebinar introduces free AI-powered tools that streamline lesson planning while maintaining instructional quality and integrity. \nThe goal of the session is to equip middle and high school science educators\, department heads\, and curriculum developers with practical strategies to save time and enhance student learning. Viewers see how these tools instantly generate complete lesson packages—including slides\, quizzes\, worksheets\, and supplemental videos—that make complex concepts easier for students to understand. They support NGSS\, state-specific standards\, and AP course alignment\, providing flexibility across multiple frameworks. \nLearning objectives include: \n\nDiscovering how AI can reduce planning time while preserving instructional rigor\nUsing supplemental videos to boost student comprehension of challenging topics\nApplying AI-created lessons for PLC collaboration\, sub plans\, or everyday teaching\nUnderstanding responsible and effective AI use in light of emerging district policies\n\nViewers see live demonstrations\, review ready-to-use examples\, and have the opportunity to receive free access to the AI tools showcased in the session. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school science educators\, department heads\, and curriculum developers\, as well as school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nKerry Richmond is a dedicated K-12 STEM Specialist and Account Executive with a passion for enhancing science education. She holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in educational leadership and administration and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in secondary education and teaching from Concord University. Kerry spent nearly 15 years as a high school science teacher in Mercer County Schools\, West Virginia\, before serving as a math and science coordinator for the West Virginia Board of Education. With extensive experience in developing and implementing STEM curricula\, she collaborates with educators to integrate innovative teaching strategies and resources into classrooms\, aiming to improve student outcomes in STEM subjects. In her current role\, she supports teachers and administrators in creating dynamic\, interactive learning environments that inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers. \n \nShauna Carlson is an AI Integration Specialist and Marketing Director who leads the K-12 marketing team at JoVE. An early adopter of AI\, she has leveraged it extensively in her professional and personal life. Shauna uses AI to develop campaigns\, draft presentations\, write emails and advertisements\, and streamline workflows. At home\, she applies AI to help her kids with math homework and tackle everyday challenges. Her innovative approach to AI integration showcases its potential to enhance efficiency\, creativity\, and engagement in education and beyond. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Teaching Next Generation Scientists community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nJoVE empowers science educators with time-saving\, standards-aligned video resources designed to engage students and improve outcomes. With a library of 20\,000+ STEM videos—including lab demonstrations\, core concept animations\, and real-world applications—JoVE helps teachers bring science to life while reducing prep time. These videos support diverse learning styles and align with NGSS\, AP\, and state standards\, making them ideal for supplementing core curricula or addressing gaps after a new adoption. JoVE’s new AI-powered teaching tools make it even easier to generate customized lesson plans\, quizzes\, slides\, and worksheets based on specific topics\, standards\, or grade levels. Whether you’re introducing a challenging concept or reinforcing learning across modalities\, JoVE provides the tools to make science more accessible and impactful.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/science20251009/
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Multimedia in Education,Science
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SUMMARY:High-Quality Instructional Materials for Deeper Learning in Social Studies
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jennifer Smith\, Social Studies Coordinator and Middle School Instructional Coach\, Blue Valley Schools (KS); Dr. Maureen Scanlan\, Coordinator of Instructional Projects\, Seminole County Public Schools (FL); and Deanna Morrow\, Former Teacher\, Current Senior National Account Manager\, TCI \nSponsored by Teachers’ Curriculum Institute (TCI) \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nTake your social studies instruction to the next level with effective teaching strategies that promote deeper learning! Join TCI’s subject matter experts in this engaging edWebinar as they reveal how well-designed high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) transform passive learning into active discovery. In this session\, you: \n\nGain a clear understanding of the essential components of HQIM in social studies\nExplore practical criteria and checklists to evaluate HQIM options with confidence\nSee how real teachers have integrated HQIM for increased engagement and efficiency\n\nWhether you’re looking to refresh your lessons or deepen student engagement\, you leave with actionable approaches to make learning more impactful for all. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nJennifer Smith serves as a 6-12 Social Studies Coordinator and Middle School Instructional Coach for Blue Valley Schools in Overland Park\, KS. A National Board Certified Teacher in Social Studies-History\, she also holds a master’s degree in elementary education. With more than 30 years in public education\, 22 teaching middle-level learners\, Jennifer is deeply committed to partnering with educators to design student-centered\, rigorous learning experiences. She is especially passionate about ensuring all students encounter both mirrors of their own lived experiences and windows into the experiences of others. Beyond her professional work\, Jennifer enjoys reading\, traveling\, and cheering on the KC Current and Kansas City Royals.  \n \nDr. Maureen Scanlan serves as the Coordinator of Instructional Projects for Seminole County Public Schools in Sanford\, Florida. With 28 years of experience in education\, Dr. Scanlan brings a robust background in English language arts\, school leadership\, and curriculum and instruction. She currently oversees the adoption and implementation of high-quality instructional materials across 70 schools in one of Florida’s largest districts. \nA passionate advocate for equity in education\, Dr. Scanlan is dedicated to ensuring that all students and teachers have access to rigorous\, standards-aligned core instructional materials and library media resources. Her work supports a broad range of academic initiatives\, including Florida’s state academic standards\, College Board Course and Exam Descriptions (CED)\, Advanced Placement (AP) programs\, and Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways.  \n \nDeanna Morrow is an experienced TCI Senior National Account Manager\, recognized for her passion for education. With 18 years at TCI\, she excels at drawing on her in-depth knowledge of the company’s products and philosophies. She spent 15 years as a classroom teacher and earned multiple professional awards. While in the classroom\, Deanna was a TCI National Trainer and played a vital role in the creation of Geography Alive\, revolutionizing geography education nationwide. Beyond work\, Deanna embraces travel\, literature\, pickleball\, and gardening. Her unwavering dedication to education embodies TCI’s mission of transforming social studies instruction and empowering educators and students.  \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the K-12 Social Studies and Civics community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nTCI is a K-12 education company founded by teachers\, for teachers. We are committed to creating engaging and effective social studies and science programs that bring learning to life. With a focus on active learning and differentiated instruction\, we empower educators with the tools and support they need to inspire students and drive meaningful learning experiences.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/socialstudies20251008/
CATEGORIES:Social Studies and Civics
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SUMMARY:Math Moves: Using a Structured Approach to Problem-Based Learning
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Cassondra Kauppi\, Educator and STEM Product Specialist\, Amplify \nSponsored by Amplify Desmos Math \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nProblem-based learning doesn’t have to mean stepping back while your students freely explore and figure everything out on their own. When structured the right way\, problem-based learning creates an environment where all students see themselves as doers of math. \nJoin this edWebinar to learn how to make problem-based math instruction work for you. Led by STEM specialist Cassondra Kauppi\, we discuss: \n\nHow to make the shift from sage on the stage to guide on the side\nHow to flip your lessons from “I do\, we do\, you do” to “You do\, we do\, I do”\nHow to celebrate student thinking in a way that builds math identity and self-confidence\n\nWhile all are welcome\, this recorded edWebinar is of particular interest to grades 6–12 teachers\, curriculum coaches\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nCassondra Kauppi currently serves as a STEM Product Specialist at Amplify and is a highly accomplished science and math presenter with over 20 years of experience in K-12 education. After 10 years as a classroom teacher\, Cassondra moved into professional development where she has conducted workshops and training sessions for teachers\, administrators\, and education leaders worldwide. Whether she is teaching in the classroom or presenting to a large audience\, Cassondra is always driven by her commitment to making science and math accessible\, engaging\, and fun for learners of all ages. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Math Proficiency community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nAmplify is dedicated to collaborating with educators to create learning experiences that are rigorous and riveting for all students. We believe in math that motivates. Our curiosity-driven math resources are designed to build students’ math proficiency for life. By combining clear step-by-step lesson plans with interesting problems students are eager to solve\, teachers can spend more time where it’s most impactful: creating a collaborative classroom of learners who see themselves as math people.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mathskills20251008/
CATEGORIES:Mathematics,Problem-Based Learning
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SUMMARY:Assessing Biliteracy: Understanding Student Performance When Learning in Two Languages
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Kathy Escamilla\, Professor Emerita of Education\, University of Colorado Boulder; and Doris Chávez-Linville\, Senior Director of Linguistic and Culturally Diverse Innovation\, Renaissance\nModerated by Dr. Carol Johnson\, International Education Officer\, Renaissance \nSponsored by Renaissance \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nToo often\, bilingual student achievement is judged through monolingual benchmarks. As multilingual learners develop biliteracy\, how can we assess their progress in ways that honor both of their languages—and their full linguistic potential? \nIn this edWebinar\, author and expert Dr. Kathy Escamilla and Doris Chávez-Linville\, Renaissance’s Senior Director of Linguistic and Culturally Diverse Innovation\, explore cutting-edge research on biliteracy development\, drawing on findings from the Biliteracy Trajectories Project to reframe how we interpret student assessment data. \nThe session invites education leaders to reflect on how data is viewed\, interpreted\, and acted upon in schools—urging a move toward a more holistic\, strengths-based lens. Viewers are also encouraged to pause\, question assumptions\, and consider how K–12 assessment practices can better support the complex journeys of bilingual and biliterate students. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 school leaders\, district leaders\, education technology leaders\, and directors of bilingual\, dual language\, ESL\, or ELL programs. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nKathy Escamilla\, Ph.D.\, is Professor Emerita of Education in the Division of Social\, Bilingual\, and Multicultural Foundations at the University of Colorado Boulder. She is the co-author of several books\, including Biliteracy from the Start and Biliterate Writing from the Start\, and of numerous journal articles. She served two terms as the President of the National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE) and is the former co-editor of the Bilingual Research Journal. \n \nDoris Chávez-Linville\, M.S.Ed.\, is Senior Director of Linguistic and Culturally Diverse Innovation at Renaissance. In this role\, she advocates for the best tools in the marketplace to support and uplift linguistically and culturally marginalized student populations. She is a former bilingual and migrant education teacher\, and she is also currently a doctoral student at the University of Pennsylvania. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nCarol Johnson\, Ph.D.\, is a bilingual educator and International Education Officer at Renaissance. She holds a Ph.D. in second language acquisition and teaching\, specializing in how people learn second languages. Years spent teaching English as a second language and French as a foreign language convinced her of the need to stay current on language and literacy research\, always working for better outcomes for students. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Teaching community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nAs a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries\, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for success.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/clrt20251008/
CATEGORIES:ALAS,Bilingual and Multilingual Language Acquisition,Culturally Responsive Teaching,ELL/ESL Language Acquisition
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SUMMARY:Empowering Readers With Dyslexia: Using Diagnostic and Prescriptive Teaching to Navigate Roadblocks
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Casey Harrison\, Author of Teaching Beyond the Diagnosis: Empowering Students with Dyslexia\, Educator\, Dyslexia Expert\, and Founder of The Dyslexia Classroom and Wimberley (Texas) Dyslexia and Learning Center\nModerated by Pam Austin\, Director of Instructional Technology\, Voyager Sopris Learning \nSponsored by Voyager Sopris Learning \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nImagine a student on the journey to becoming a confident\, independent reader\, but along the way\, they face unexpected roadblocks. As educators\, you play a crucial role in helping them overcome these barriers\, even within high-quality\, evidence-based dyslexia intervention. \nAccording to the IDA\, about 13–14% of the school population nationwide has a handicapping condition that qualifies them for special education. Current studies indicate that one-half of all the students who qualify for special education are classified as having a learning disability. \nDyslexia often presents persistent challenges in unlocking reading and writing skills—challenges that can impact academic achievement\, confidence\, and lifelong learning. Meaningful scaffolds within dyslexia and reading intervention are essential to help students overcome these barriers. When thoughtfully designed and delivered through evidence-based instruction\, these scaffolds ensure support is responsive\, targeted\, and always aimed at advancing learning. \nDuring this eye-opening second edWebinar of the Dyslexia Awareness Lunch and Learn Week\, the presenters explore how educator knowledge\, keen observation\, and adaptive teaching play a pivotal role in meeting the diverse needs of students\, especially those with dyslexia. You leave with the tools and strategies you need to make a positive impact in your students’ lives. Viewers learn how to: \n\nApply diagnostic and prescriptive teaching strategies to identify and respond to individual student strengths and needs\nUse diagnostic tools and keen observation to uncover literacy challenges and adjust instruction in real time\nDesign and implement targeted scaffolds and adaptive supports that meet students where they are\, ensuring focused\, evidence-based\, mastery-oriented instruction\nFoster student independence and confidence through a gradual release of responsibility and explicit teaching within a structured literacy framework\n\nBy intentionally integrating these practices\, educators can fine-tune their instruction to help students overcome obstacles and unlock their full reading potential. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, literacy coaches\, and intervention specialists. \nThis edWebinar is part of Voyager Sopris Learning’s Dyslexia Awareness Week. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nCasey Harrison is the founder of The Dyslexia Classroom and Wimberley (Texas) Dyslexia and Learning Center. She is a Certified Academic Language Therapist (ALTA)\, a Licensed Dyslexia Therapist (Texas\, ALTA)\, a Certified Structured Literacy Dyslexia Specialist (IDA)\, and a qualified teacher with more than 27 years of experience. Casey is a national presenter and author of Teaching Beyond the Diagnosis: Empowering Students with Dyslexia (released in 2025). \n \nAbout the Moderator \nPam Austin\, Director of Instructional Technology for Voyager Sopris Learning\, has over 35 years of experience as an educator. She has worked as a Professional Learning Facilitator Manager with over 17 years of experience in training and supporting districts in various literacy and numeracy interventions for Voyager Sopris Learning in addition to delivering LETRS professional development sessions. She has also shared her love of proven VSL solutions as a Product Marketing Manager when she began her role as an EDVIEW360 podcast host in 2019 and continues to this day. Her goal is to aid teachers in changing the lives of students so that they not only become proficient and successful learners but also individuals confident in pursuing personal and professional life goals. \nShe previously held the role of Literacy Specialist at the Center for Development and Learning (CDL) now the Center for Literacy and Learning. As an educator in the New Orleans Public Schools for 14 years\, she served as an elementary teacher\, a reading interventionist\, a school-based reading coach\, and a central office field literacy facilitator. These varying roles allowed her to gain a myriad of experiences that has enhanced her ability to work in collaboration with other educators\, schools\, and districts for impactful professional learning. Pam’s first steps into a lifelong career as an educator began as a fourth-grade teacher in a small school in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. And the journey continues… \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Empowering Struggling Readers community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nVoyager Sopris Learning® is the specialist in reading\, writing\, and math intervention. Fully focused on intervention\, we have established four decades of results that demonstrate the efficacy of our solutions. Providing a holistic offering of reading\, writing\, and math interventions and assessments\, our solutions help educators create strong\, sustainable foundations to ensure academic success for all students.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/readers20251008/
CATEGORIES:Dyslexia,English, Language Arts, Writing,Reading Skills
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SUMMARY:Effective Math Strategies for Multilingual Learner Success: Every Learner\, Every Lesson
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Paul Spicer\, Former Educator\, Current Product Specialist\, Great Minds PBC; and Cristina Metcalf\, Former Educator\, Current Senior Director\, Curriculum & Editorial\, Great Minds PBC \nSponsored by Great Minds \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nEvery classroom is enriched by students who bring diverse languages and cultural perspectives. For multilingual learners\, these assets can be powerful tools for learning mathematics. Yet too often\, multilingualism is seen as a challenge rather than a strength. This edWebinar shifts that perspective by exploring how teachers can leverage the “superpower” of multilingualism to foster deeper mathematical thinking and more equitable participation. \nIn this engaging session\, we bridge research and practice. We explore how to: \n\nUnderstand the sociocultural factors that shape how multilingual learners experience math\nRecognize multilingualism as an asset that raises student status in the classroom\nApply high-leverage linguistic supports that empower students to participate confidently in mathematical discourse\nBuild on students’ prior knowledge and home languages to strengthen their mathematical understanding\nCreate inclusive classroom communities where all learners’ voices are valued and heard\n\nEducators leave with ready-to-use strategies and practical tools to support multilingual learners while elevating math learning for all students. Together\, we reimagine what’s possible when we see language diversity not as a barrier\, but as a resource for deeper learning. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to elementary and middle school teachers and school leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nPaul Spicer earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology from The Ohio State University and a master’s degree in education from Brooklyn College. Through his years of teaching experience in public schools combined with his leadership work with teachers\, he brings a wealth of knowledge in mathematics and language instruction. Presently\, Paul works at Great Minds\, where his experience in curriculum development and management informs his current pre-sales role supporting educators in implementing high-quality instructional materials. \n \nCristina Metcalf earned a bachelor’s degree from Columbia University and a master’s degree in education from UCLA. She holds an administrative services credential as well as a bilingual teaching credential. Her teaching experience spans a variety of settings including district and charter schools\, and both dual language immersion and English immersion programs. She has mentored and coached new teachers and administrators through site-based and university-operated programs. Cristina is presently Senior Director\, Curriculum & Editorial on the Eureka Math team at Great Minds. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Math Proficiency community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nAt Great Minds PBC\, we’re focused on ensuring all students have access to knowledge-rich instruction and all teachers have the resources to deliver it effectively. Built by teachers for teachers\, Eureka Math² gives educators the resources\, structure\, and supports to deliver engaging math lessons that help students excel. The curriculum is available for PK-Algebra I or Mathematics I classrooms nationwide. \nA research-proven program\, Eureka Math² delivers High-Quality Instructional Materials built to drive student outcomes. It helps teachers deliver rigorous\, grade-level instruction with confidence—while supporting all learners through consistent structure\, visual models\, and real-world application.​
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mathskills20251007/
CATEGORIES:Bilingual and Multilingual Language Acquisition,Mathematics
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SUMMARY:Designing a Menu of Behavior Intervention Options: Beyond Check-In Check-Out
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Trudy Bender\, Former Educator\, Current Senior Manager of Thought Leadership Content\, Branching Minds; and Dr. Brian Gaunt\, Former School Psychologist\, Current VP of Learning Engineering\, Branching Minds \nSponsored by Branching Minds \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nCheck-In Check-Out is the go-to behavior intervention for many schools—and for good reason. It works. But it’s not the only option\, and many students need something more or something different. \nIn this edLeader Panel\, Trudy Bender and Dr. Brian Gaunt expand your behavior toolbox with other proven interventions that meet a range of student needs. You walk away with practical strategies that bring more members of your school community into the work of supporting students with behavior challenges. Viewers: \n\nDiscover a range of behavior intervention options to meet student needs\, including downloadable descriptions to help you get started\nGain strategies for building sustainable behavior intervention infrastructure\nLearn practical tips for successful implementation (and learn from mistakes—the panelists will share pitfalls to avoid!)\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 school leaders\, district leaders\, behavior specialists and interventionists\, and school psychologists. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nTrudy Bender is the Senior Manager of Thought Leadership Content at Branching Minds. She has extensive experience as a teacher\, school psychologist\, and district administrator. She previously served as the Coordinator of District Behavior Intervention for Waco ISD\, where she led the district in reducing exclusionary discipline and disproportionality. She facilitated the implementation of a Multi-Tiered System of Supports for Behavior\, including initiatives to improve school climate and universal behavior supports\, provide effective Tier 2 and Tier 3 behavior intervention programs\, and coordinate wrap-around services and transitional support for students in alternative disciplinary settings. Trudy built a multi-year sequence of teacher training in classroom management\, behavior intervention\, and peer coaching to help build capacity and address teacher turnover. Trudy is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist. \n \nDr. Brian Gaunt is a school psychology professional and educational consultant with over 20 years of experience supporting students and schools. He specializes in Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)\, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)\, program evaluation\, implementation science\, and data-based decision making. With a Ph.D. in school psychology and a master’s in behavior analysis\, he has served as a school psychologist\, learning and well-being interventionist\, regional and state professional learning coordinator\, assistant program director\, and adjunct instructor at the University of South Florida. Dr. Gaunt has led statewide and district initiatives to improve student outcomes through evidence-based practices\, workforce development\, and systems-level change\, and has presented nationally and internationally on MTSS\, PBIS\, and school improvement. He currently serves as Vice President of Learning Engineering at Branching Minds\, where he oversees research and development along with professional learning and workforce development services. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Creating a Positive School Climate community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nBranching Minds is a leading K-12 educational technology platform designed to streamline the work of MTSS and make personalized learning sustainable. By integrating data and providing actionable insights\, our platform empowers teachers to meet the unique needs\, strengths\, and challenges of every student. Branching Minds simplifies the MTSS process\, giving teachers the tools and guidance needed to personalize support\, freeing up their time to focus on building meaningful\, positive relationships with students.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/positive20251007/
CATEGORIES:Behavior Challenges and Support
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SUMMARY:Celebrating the Strengths of Students with Dyslexia in Learning and Life: Beyond the Deficit
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Barbara Steinberg\, Literacy Expert and CEO\, PDX Reading Specialist\nModerated by Pam Austin\, Director of Instructional Technology\, Voyager Sopris Learning \nSponsored by Voyager Sopris Learning \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nToo often\, dyslexia is framed through a lens of limitation—but what if we flipped the script? This first engaging edWebinar of the Dyslexia Awareness Lunch and Learn Week invites educators to move beyond a deficit-based mindset and explore the cognitive gifts that often accompany dyslexia\, such as creativity\, big-picture thinking\, spatial reasoning\, and entrepreneurial drive. \nGrounded in research and inspired by real-life stories of successful individuals with dyslexia\, this session offers practical strategies for nurturing these strengths in the classroom. Viewers walk away with a renewed perspective about neurodiversity and tools to create inclusive\, empowering learning environments that help all students thrive. \nViewers learn to: \n\nIdentify common cognitive strengths associated with dyslexia\nApply instructional strategies that support and amplify dyslexic strengths\nUnderstand the impact of deficit-based vs. strengths-based approaches\nFoster a classroom culture that values diverse ways of thinking and learning\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, literacy coaches\, and intervention specialists. \nThis edWebinar is part of Voyager Sopris Learning’s Dyslexia Awareness Week. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nBarbara Steinberg brings a wealth of experience spanning more than 25 years in education\, starting as a dedicated classroom teacher and evolving into a champion for evidence-based literacy instruction. As the founder of PDX Reading Specialist\, she is on a mission to help all students become confident and capable learners. \nInternationally recognized\, Barbara serves as a keynote speaker for distinguished organizations such as edWeb.net and Decoding Dyslexia. Her expertise is in training thousands of educators globally about evidence-based reading instruction and the Science of Reading. She empowers educators with the tools to deliver impactful instruction\, firmly believing that not only can reading challenges be overcome\, but they can also be prevented. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nPam Austin\, Director of Instructional Technology for Voyager Sopris Learning\, has over 35 years of experience as an educator. She has worked as a Professional Learning Facilitator Manager with over 17 years of experience in training and supporting districts in various literacy and numeracy interventions for Voyager Sopris Learning in addition to delivering LETRS professional development sessions. She has also shared her love of proven VSL solutions as a Product Marketing Manager when she began her role as an EDVIEW360 podcast host in 2019 and continues to this day. Her goal is to aid teachers in changing the lives of students so that they not only become proficient and successful learners but also individuals confident in pursuing personal and professional life goals. \nShe previously held the role of Literacy Specialist at the Center for Development and Learning (CDL) now the Center for Literacy and Learning. As an educator in the New Orleans Public Schools for 14 years\, she served as an elementary teacher\, a reading interventionist\, a school-based reading coach\, and a central office field literacy facilitator. These varying roles allowed her to gain a myriad of experiences that has enhanced her ability to work in collaboration with other educators\, schools\, and districts for impactful professional learning. Pam’s first steps into a lifelong career as an educator began as a fourth-grade teacher in a small school in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. And the journey continues… \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Empowering Struggling Readers community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nVoyager Sopris Learning® is the specialist in reading\, writing\, and math intervention. Fully focused on intervention\, we have established four decades of results that demonstrate the efficacy of our solutions. Providing a holistic offering of reading\, writing\, and math interventions and assessments\, our solutions help educators create strong\, sustainable foundations to ensure academic success for all students.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/readers20251007/
CATEGORIES:Dyslexia,English, Language Arts, Writing,Reading Skills
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SUMMARY:Driving K-12 Innovation: Tech Enablers (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Karen Cheser\, Superintendent\, Durango School District (CO); Dr. Kelly May-Vollmar\, Superintendent\, Desert Sands Unified School District (CA); and Glenn Robbins\, Superintendent\, Brigantine Public School District (NJ)\nModerated by Ann McMullan\, Project Director\, CoSN/AASA EmpowerED Superintendents Initiative\, CoSN (Consortium for School Networking) \nThis edLeader Panel series is presented by CoSN and AASA.\nSponsored by ClassLink \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. This program may qualify for CoSN CETL® Recertification. \nCoSN’s 2025 Driving K-12 Innovation report is the collaborative result of an international advisory board of over 130 education and technology experts. Together\, they produced the report that identifies the most important Hurdles (challenges)\, Accelerators (mega-trends)\, and Tech Enablers (tools) that currently impact K-12 technology innovation. \nIn this two-part edLeader Panel series\, three leading superintendents who served on the Driving K-12 Innovation Advisory Board share the process behind the development of the 2025 report and how they each address the Hurdles\, Accelerators\, and Tech Enablers within their own school systems. \nPart one of this series highlights the Hurdles and Accelerators identified in the report\, while part two will focus on Technology Enablers. The superintendent panel shares the strategies and examples of how the Technology Enablers are implemented in each of their school districts. The Technology Enablers include: \n\nGenerative Artificial Intelligence\nAnalytics and Adaptive Technologies\nUntethered Broadband and Connectivity\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of high value to K-12 educators in both leadership and classroom roles. The broader school community will also benefit as the panel explores the trends\, challenges\, and technologies defining the future of learning. \nView Part 1: Driving K-12 Innovation: Current Hurdles and Accelerators \nView all of the recent EmpowerED Superintendent edLeader Panels. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nKaren Cheser\, Ed.D.\, the 2025 CoSN/AASA EmpowerED Superintendent of the Year\, is the proud Superintendent of the Durango\, Colorado\, School District and was previously a superintendent in Kentucky. Dr. Cheser has been instrumental in bringing innovation\, student agency\, and a focus on future workforce to Southwest Colorado and Northern Kentucky. She served as national Vice-Chair of EdLeader21 and is a member of the CoSN/AASA EmpowerED Superintendent Advisory Panel and SEEC (Superintendents’ Environmental Education Collaborative). She is Board Chair of the Southwest Colorado Education Collaborative and President of the Durango Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Cheser has been honored with additional awards such as the Toyota Business Collaboration Award\, KY Administrator of the Year\, and AASA Female Administrator of the Year runner-up. Dr. Cheser is mom to two college-age sons and wife to an entrepreneur/woodworker\, loves to travel\, and coaches robotics in her spare time. \n \nKelly May-Vollmar\, Ed.D.\, is the proud Superintendent for Desert Sands Unified School District\, serving approximately 27\,000 students. Throughout her over 20 years in education\, she has served in numerous capacities. Dr. May-Vollmar has served on the CoSN Digital Equity Educator Advisory Panel and is the Co-chair of the Chief Technology Officer Council and the CoSN/AASA EmpowerED Superintendent’s Advisory Panel. She is currently a CoSN Board Member. In 2024\, Dr. May-Vollmar was honored to receive the DALI Women of Distinction Award. In 2019\, she was awarded the ACSA State Technology Administrator of the Year. She is passionate about bridging the divide that often exists between curriculum and technology departments as well as bridging the digital divide for all students. To this end\, she is thrilled to have led her district to launch their own LTE network and be awarded the CoSN Digital Equity Award in 2021. \n \nGlenn Robbins is the proud Superintendent of the Brigantine Public School District in New Jersey and has served as a public school superintendent since 2016. His prior roles include middle school principal\, high school assistant principal\, social studies teacher\, and varsity coach. Glenn is a two-time best-selling author of Calm in the Chaos and I Won’t Back Down\, and a nationally sought-after speaker. His leadership has earned him numerous awards\, including EdTech Digest International District Leadership Finalist\, National Exemplar of Education Award\, Top 100 Educational Influencers in the U.S.\, NJ Visionary Superintendent\, and NASSP Digital Principal of the Year. He is a member of the Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools and was named NASS Technology (AI) Superintendent of the Year. Glenn has been invited to the White House and U.S. Department of Education under three administrations. He holds a National Superintendent Certification and serves as an AASA mentor and board member. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nAnn McMullan is Project Director for CoSN’s EmpowerED Superintendents Initiative\, created in partnership with AASA\, The School Superintendents Association. Ann served as Executive Director for Educational Technology in Klein ISD\, near Houston\, Texas\, until September 2013\, when she and her family moved to Los Angeles\, California. For 16 years\, Ann led the district team that provided professional development on technology and 21st century instructional strategies to 4\,000 educators serving 50\,000 students. She was Co-chair of the Texas Education Technology Advisory Committee\, which developed the Texas Long Range Plan for Technology. Today\, Ann works as a public speaker\, writer\, and consultant focused on leadership to meet the needs of today’s students. Ann serves on the edWeb.net Advisory Board and is a founding member of ERDI’s Ed Leadership Council. Ann is co-author of Life Lessons in Leadership. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Super-Connected community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nAASA is the premier association for school system leaders and serves as the national voice for public education and district leadership on Capitol Hill. \n\n CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) is the premier professional association for school system technology leaders. CoSN provides thought leadership resources\, community\, best practices and advocacy tools to help leaders succeed in the digital transformation. CoSN represents over 13 million students in school districts nationwide and continues to grow as a powerful and influential voice in K-12 education. \n\n \nClassLink is a global education provider of identity and analytics products that create more time for learning and help schools better understand digital engagement. As leading advocates for open data standards\, we offer instant access to apps and files with single sign-on\, streamline class rostering\, automate account provisioning\, and provide actionable analytics. ClassLink empowers 19 million students and staff in over 2\,500 school systems. Visit classlink.com to learn more.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/supers20251006/
CATEGORIES:ALAS,EmpowerED Superintendent Series,Leadership/Administration,Technology for Learning
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SUMMARY:Using AI and Learning Science to Integrate Assessment and Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Tyler Matta\, Former Educator\, Current Vice President of Learning Science Engineering\, HMH \nSponsored by HMH \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThe integration of AI into K–12 education is often framed as inevitable\, but its impact depends on how thoughtfully it is designed and applied. This edLeader Panel situates AI within a historical and research-based context\, examining both its potential and its limitations within classroom education. \nDrawing on principles of learning science\, we discuss how AI can support evidence-based instruction while avoiding common pitfalls such as bias\, over-reliance on automation\, and loss of teacher agency. We bring these principles into practice by demonstrating examples that integrate assessment and classroom instruction. \nViewers leave with a nuanced understanding of how to evaluate AI solutions critically and implement them in ways that prioritize student learning and educator expertise. This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to elementary and middle school teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Tyler Matta began his career as a middle school art teacher in Washington Heights\, New York City—a formative experience that continues to shape his commitment to empowering educators and improving student learning. Today\, he serves as Vice President of Learning Science Engineering at HMH\, where he leads a multidisciplinary team of learning scientists and AI engineers to design solutions that enhance teachers’ instructional planning and decision making. \nWith more than a decade of experience in educational technology\, Dr. Matta has developed innovative solutions including adaptive learning systems\, adaptive testing platforms\, and game-based assessment tools. He has also served on the faculty at the University of Oregon\, Oregon State University\, and the University of Oslo in Norway. His research has been published in peer-reviewed journals spanning computational statistics\, cognitive neuroscience\, and education policy. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Artificial Intelligence in Education community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edLeader Panels\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nHMH is an adaptive learning company that helps educators create growth for every student. Our integrated curriculum\, assessment\, and professional learning solutions use data to paint a full picture of every learner and recommend how to best support their needs. By partnering with educators\, we create lasting momentum so that all students can reach their full potential. HMH serves more than 50 million students and 4 million educators in 150 countries.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ai20251006/
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Assessment,Science of Learning
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SUMMARY:Prevention and Intervention in Reading: When\, Why\, and How
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Wiley Blevins\, Author\, Educational Consultant\, and Researcher \nSponsored by Sadlier \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nHow can we proactively reduce the need for reading intervention—and ensure it’s effective when needed? In this edWebinar\, viewers explore how preventive practices can be seamlessly integrated into existing reading curricula to reduce the number of students needing intervention. Dr. Wiley Blevins also examines the key characteristics of interventions that are proven to accelerate student growth and why some approaches fail. Real-world district and classroom examples are shared\, along with corresponding data that highlights measurable outcomes and practical strategies. \nIn this edWebinar\, you learn: \n\nWhat makes a curriculum “proven effective” and how that differs from simply being “based on research/Science of Reading”\nKey look-fors in high-impact phonics instruction\nSimple ways to integrate effective phonics instruction into your reading curricula\nCommon causes of phonics instruction failure and how to spot and fix them before they derail progress\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to elementary teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, reading specialists\, Title I coordinators\, MTSS/RTI coordinators\, special education teachers\, and before- and after-school program coordinators. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nWiley Blevins\, Ed.D.\, studied at the Harvard Graduate School of Education and Bowling Green State University and has his doctorate in education. He is an author\, educational consultant\, and researcher with deep expertise in literacy instruction and reading intervention. Dr. Blevins has taught in both the United States and South America\, bringing a global perspective to his work. He is widely recognized for his contributions to phonics and early literacy and has authored numerous professional books and instructional resources used in classrooms nationwide. Through his consulting and research\, Dr. Blevins supports educators in implementing evidence-based practices that accelerate reading growth for all learners. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Be a Literacy Hero community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nWith 200 years of trusted experience\, Sadlier empowers K–12 educators to shape the future with proven\, research-based programs that drive student success.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/literacyhero20251006/
CATEGORIES:Reading Skills,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Whole Child in Action: Learning\, Wellness\, and Belonging
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Opal Davis Dawson\, Author\, Educational Consultant\, and Coach\, ISTE+ASCD \nSponsored by ISTE+ASCD \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nStrengthen learning\, wellness\, and belonging in everyday practice. In recognition of Child Health Day\, this edWebinar\, combined with a livestream demonstration\, connects ISTE+ASCD’s Transformational Learning Principles (TLPs) and Whole Child framework with ready-to-use resources from The Achievery to support mental and emotional well-being for students and the adults who serve them. In this edWebinar\, you engage in a three-part experience: \n\nTeach: Gain expert insights into ASCD’s Whole Child principles and learn simple routines that build psychological safety and support wellness.\nModel: Observe an Achievery lesson that models everyday wellness skills\, such as healthy relationships\, self-care\, or resilience\, and see how it supports students’ mental and emotional health. This portion of the presentation will be livestreamed on YouTube to reach a wider audience of educators\, parents\, and students.\nReflect: Identify one Whole Child/TLP practice and one Achievery resource you can implement right away—for your students and for your own well-being. This segment will also include Q&A.\n\nExpect brief framing\, concrete classroom examples\, and small wins that add up. Whether you are a teacher\, counselor\, or school leader\, you leave with actionable strategies to deepen learning\, wellness\, and belonging in your setting. In today’s complex world\, supporting children’s complete development—intellectual\, physical\, social\, and emotional—isn’t just beneficial\, it’s essential. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-8 teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, and education technology leaders. \nSpecial Livestream on YouTube: The Model portion of this edWebinar was simultaneously livestreamed on YouTube from 12:30 – 12:45 pm Eastern time so you can share that portion of the presentation with a wider audience including your school\, parents\, and students. You can share the ISTE+ASCD YouTube LiveStream recording with the wider audience. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nOpal Davis Dawson is an author\, educational consultant\, coach\, and retired\, award-winning PreK–5 public Montessori school principal with nearly 30 years of experience in education. Opal has taught\, led\, and consulted in Title 1 and non-Title 1 schools\, and her work spans small\, large\, urban\, rural\, and suburban districts. She supports school leaders\, district leaders\, and teachers nationally and internationally in planning and implementing improvement initiatives\, capacity building\, and supporting high academic achievement for diverse student populations and instructional best practices. Opal holds Master of Education and Bachelor of Arts degrees in elementary education from the University of Louisville. She also holds an Administration Certification K-8 from the University of Louisville. \nJoin the Mental Health and Wellness community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\n \nISTE+ASCD supports educators throughout their careers by providing strategies and support for creating effective teaching and learning environments. We combine technology-driven innovation with resources on transformative pedagogical practices to shape the future of education through ISTE+ASCD conferences\, Books and Educational Leadership magazine\, certification programs\, professional learning services\, and community webinars. \nOur mission is to empower educators to reimagine and redesign learning through impactful pedagogy and meaningful technology use. We achieve this by offering transformative professional learning\, fostering vibrant communities\, and ensuring that digital tools and experiences are accessible and effective. Our vision is that all students engage in transformative learning experiences that spark their imagination and prepare them to thrive in learning and life. \n\n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mentalhealth20251006/
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Mental Health and Wellness,Social-Emotional Learning
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SUMMARY:Science Strategies: Shifting From Learning About to Figuring Out
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Isaac Stauffer\, Former Educator\, Current Associate Director\, PD Strategy and Delivery\, STEM\, Amplify; and Erika Gillette\, Ed.D.\, Former Educator\, Current Lead Professional Learning Specialist\, STEM\, Amplify \nSponsored by Amplify Science \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nReimagine your science classroom with an edWebinar that brings science education to life. Led by Erika Gillette\, Ed.D.\, and Isaac Stauffer\, this session explores how to shift from telling students about science to having them figure out real-world phenomena through investigation\, discourse\, and sensemaking. \nThree-dimensional teaching and learning boost relevance\, retention\, and critical thinking\, so come see it in action and discover how to turn these ideas into everyday practice. Viewers leave with concrete strategies to launch phenomena-driven units\, deepen student understanding\, and build a culture of inquiry as the heartbeat of your classroom. \nWhile all are welcome\, this recorded edWebinar is of particular interest to K–8 science teachers\, leaders\, and curriculum coaches. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nIsaac Stauffer has been in education for over 10 years\, holding many instructional roles in the K–5 grade band\, including a teacher\, both general education and co-taught\, as well as a content specialist\, and an extracurricular coach for activities of all ages. He has also worked for curriculum publishers\, spending the last five-plus years diving into the Next Generation Science Standards. As the Associate Director of Professional Development Strategy and Delivery at Amplify\, Isaac now builds professional development services and sessions\, considering best practices for implementation of high-quality instructional materials. \n \nDr. Erika Gillette is a Lead Professional Learning Specialist at Amplify\, where she supports districts in building sustainable professional learning in science and math. She began her career as a classroom teacher before serving as a K–8 math and science coach\, working with students with diverse learning needs. Erika holds a Master’s in Disability Studies and a Doctor of Education in Science Education\, both from Teachers College\, Columbia University. She brings more than a decade of experience helping teachers create classrooms where students actively investigate and make sense of the world through science. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Teaching Next Generation Scientists community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nAmplify is dedicated to collaborating with educators to create learning experiences that are rigorous and riveting for all students. Teaching is always challenging\, often exhausting\, and sometimes exhilarating. At Amplify\, we want teachers to experience more exhilaration—more great classroom moments\, more great days when you’re reminded why you became a teacher. Whether you teach literacy\, science\, or math\, we create high-quality programs that make it easier for you to deliver inspiring\, impactful lessons that celebrate and develop the brilliance of your students.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/science20251001/
CATEGORIES:Inquiry-Based Learning,Science
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SUMMARY:The Relationship Effect: Transforming Student Outcomes with Purpose
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Shirley Hardiman-Rawnsley\, Instructional Coordinator\, Simmons-Pinckney Middle School\, Charleston County School District (SC); and Monica Dixon\, Former Teacher\, Current Senior Director of Solutions\, Search Institute \nSponsored by Search Institute \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nAcross schools\, one truth rises again and again: Relationships matter. \nThe best educators have always known this. They build trust naturally\, notice when a student needs support\, and create conditions where young people thrive. These actions have long been intuitive\, rooted in instinct and heart. But as the needs of young people grow more complex\, intuition is no longer enough. Intentionality and purpose are essential. \nDuring this edWebinar\, educators: \n\nAre introduced to the research-based Developmental Relationships framework and how it functions as a bridge from intuition to intention in school settings\nListen to lived experiences from the field\, highlighting how educators have moved from relational intuition to intentional action\, and embed practices that support student growth and belonging\nEngage in a conversation about making the shift from intuition to intention\, maximizing the relationship effect and transforming student outcomes\n\nThis is not about adding something new. It is about weaving what matters most into what already exists\, and moving toward a deliberate\, research-informed culture of belonging. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nShirley Hardiman-Rawnsley is an Instructional Coordinator recognized for advancing Simmons-Pinckney Middle School to an AVID Site of Distinction for multiple years. A 2017 Teacher of the Year\, she holds certifications in educational administration and supervision and advanced degrees in elementary education. Shirley is a trained teacher mentor and coach who brings expertise in curriculum design\, data-driven instruction\, and staff development. Her leadership on MTSS\, Instructional Cabinet\, and Leadership Teams reflects her commitment to rigorous\, student-centered learning and preparing all scholars for college and career success. Known for building authentic\, lasting relationships\, Shirley continues to mentor students well beyond graduation\, embodying her passion for instructional excellence and lifelong impact. \n \nAs Senior Director of Solutions\, Monica Dixon manages the development of Search Institute’s resources\, tools\, and professional learning experiences\, aimed at empowering organizations to implement meaningful changes to support youth thriving. Previously\, Monica managed the Equity-based Multi-Tiered System of Support at SWIFT Education Center. Her passion for youth development began over two decades ago in an out-of-school program\, leading her to a 17-year career as a high school social studies teacher. She worked in a large urban district\, focusing on closing gaps for marginalized students in AP and honors courses. Monica holds a BS in education and an MS in secondary education from the University of Nebraska at Omaha\, and an Ed.S. in K-12 superintendency from Northwest Missouri State University. She emphasizes listening\, learning\, and systems thinking to foster a sense of belonging for youth. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nJoin the Social-Emotional Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\nFor more than 60 years\, Search Institute research\, frameworks\, and tools have been used around the world to empower change across the youth support ecosystem and strengthen each and every student’s relationship with the adults in their lives.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/sel20251001/
CATEGORIES:Culture of Belonging,School Culture/Climate,Social-Emotional Learning,Student Agency and Voice
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SUMMARY:Beyond Memorization: Orthographic Mapping for Dyslexic\, Multilingual\, and Striving Readers
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kathryn Grace\, M.Ed.\, CAGS\, Literacy Advocate and Creator of Phoneme-Grapheme Mapping™; and Dr. Alecia Blackwood\, Assistant Professor of Education\, Department of Education and Counseling\, Longwood University\nModerated by Joan Macenat Charles\, Regional Partner (DC\, DE\, MA\, MD\, VA)\, Really Great Reading \nSponsored by Really Great Reading \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nIn this edLeader Panel\, literacy experts explore how orthographic mapping\, the brain-based process that turns phonemic decoding into automatic word recognition\, unlocks structured literacy for learners across grade levels. You gain insight into how this Science of Reading approach helps educators support English learners\, students with dyslexia or other learning disabilities\, and adolescents still building foundational skills. \nThe presenters dive into: \n\nWhat orthographic mapping is—and why memorization falls flat\nReal talk about the secondary literacy crisis and untaught decoding gaps\nStrategies to accelerate mapping for older learners\, ELs\, and special education populations\nHow Really Great Reading’s “Lose the Rules” approach eliminates confusion around schwa\, heart words\, and irregular spellings\nWhat leaders and coaches in all content areas can do to support word retention\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel builds capacity for K-12 district leaders and literacy coaches seeking to close the literacy gap with actionable\, research-aligned practices. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nKathryn Grace has served as a classroom teacher\, special educator\, literacy coach\, learning specialist\, and language arts coordinator for over 40 years in Vermont’s public schools. Kathryn was a professional developer for the Stern Center for Language and Learning and an Adjunct Professor at Trinity College. She is the proprietor of Learning Roots\, an educational consulting\, tutoring\, and student advocacy business\, and continues to offer literacy workshops and educational materials. She has been the recipient of numerous awards in education related to her advocacy work in literacy. \nKathryn studied under Dr. Louisa Moats at St. Michael’s College. She created the Phoneme-Grapheme Mapping™ methodology in 1983 which is featured in the renowned LETRS program. Her text\, Phonics and Spelling through Phoneme-Grapheme Mapping\, was first published in 1991 and is now offered through Really Great Reading. Kathryn has lived in Waterbury\, Vermont for 49 years with her husband and three sons. She has served on various local and state boards and helped craft two literacy bills for the Vermont state legislature. \n \nDr. Alecia Blackwood is an author\, consultant\, coach\, facilitator\, international speaker\, and former Fulbright-Hays Scholar for Namibia and Botswana with over 25 years of experience in education. A former classroom teacher and literacy instructional coach in public schools\, she is widely recognized as one of the leading experts in the United States on Ubuntu pedagogy\, a humanistic approach to fostering student engagement in teaching and learning. \nIn 2024\, Dr. Blackwood was named an International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Faculty Research Fellow for her research exploring the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in school environments. She currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Education at Longwood University\, where she continues to inspire future educators through her scholarship\, teaching\, and leadership. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nJoan Macenat Charles serves as a Regional Partner at the Really Great Reading Company\, where her focus on literacy advocacy and education has made a significant impact. She has been a respected speaker at numerous conferences\, notably delivering presentations on the Science of Reading. As a National Board Certified Teacher and with a career spanning over 15 years in education\, including roles as a special education teacher\, administrator\, and national trainer\, Joan has consistently championed the cause of improving reading skills. Her primary goal is to address decoding deficits among students\, regardless of their age\, by providing invaluable support and resources to district leaders. Joan firmly believes that enhancing teachers’ knowledge ultimately leads to tangible improvements in student performance\, fostering meaningful change within literacy education. \nJoin the Structured Literacy Instruction community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nReally Great Reading has been leading the charge in effective Science of Reading strategies for over 18 years with our proven PK-12 curriculum in foundational literacy and intervention teaching methodologies. We turn reading research into classroom practice\, ensuring teachers have cutting-edge strategies and tools in classrooms across the country. It is our unwavering commitment to students and educators that sets us apart from other Science of Reading curricula\, and this is evident in the student outcomes and results that districts and schools see when using our products.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/structuredliteracy20251001/
CATEGORIES:Bilingual and Multilingual Language Acquisition,Dyslexia,ELL/ESL Language Acquisition,Reading Skills,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Data That Drives a Strong Start: Tools That Equip Leaders and Teachers for Success
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Valery Dragon\, School Improvement Strategist and VP of Strategic Partnerships\, UnboundEd\nModerated by Clay Willis\, VP of Marketing and Communications\, UnboundEd \nSponsored by UnboundEd \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nAs school leaders\, it’s easy to get swept up in everything that comes with opening a building: building relationships\, setting classroom procedures\, managing schoolwide systems\, beginning-of-year testing\, and so much more. But we can’t forget that we’re part of a team. Your teachers have access to data that can be used to support their co-ownership of managing instructional change. This edWebinar provides leaders with simple\, actionable tools to share with teachers\, inviting them to own their practice and instructional power from the start. \nSession objectives include: \n\nUnderstand the dimensions of grade-level\, engaging\, affirming\, and meaningful—GLEAM®—instruction through observable metrics\nIdentify priority instructional actions that have a significant impact on teaching and learning\nUse free GLEAM tools to set continuous improvement goals and anchor coaching relationships\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 school leaders and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nValery Dragon\, VP of Strategic Partnerships at UnboundEd\, has worked for over a decade in the Washington\, D.C. area as an ELL specialist\, language teacher\, and instructional coach before leading a PK-8 school as a principal. Both New Leaders and RELAY trained\, she then transitioned to a national organization as a managing director of instructional support to focus on leadership actions and practices. In this role\, Valery crafted development for leaders through targeted improvement cycles anchored in operationalizing instructional improvement plans\, auditing systems\, and structures through the lens of internal coherence and equity\, as well as modeling and developing coaching practices anchored in content-specific pedagogy. It is Valery’s belief that fidelity to our mission will empower educators to own their input in school-based outcomes and allow them to intentionally launch their influence as change agents in hopes that their affirmed identities and leveraged leadership position them to build a strong coalition for change. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nClay Willis is a mission- and results-driven marketing and communications leader committed to making education work for every single learner. As UnboundEd’s Vice President of Growth Marketing\, Clay advances the organization’s reach and impact by forging meaningful connections with visionary educators. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Leadership Practices for Innovative Leaders community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nUnboundEd empowers educators to meet the needs of every single student through grade-level\, engaging\, affirming\, and meaningful—GLEAM®—instruction. We work side-by-side with teachers\, coaches\, principals\, and district leaders to ensure the success of your instructional vision for exceptional education and improved outcomes. By cultivating the mindsets\, knowledge\, and skills at the heart of truly transformative teaching and learning\, we can break the predictability of historic achievement patterns so all kids thrive.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/leadership20251001/
CATEGORIES:Data and Analytics,Leadership/Administration,Technology for Learning
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SUMMARY:Build Career-Ready Skills in an AI-Driven World: Preparing Students for the Future
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Seth Walker\, Student\, Troy University; Andrea Cook\, Lead Digital Learning Coach\, Kansas City Public Schools (MO); and Cassie Graves\, Senior R&D Program Manager\, Digital Promise \nSponsored by Digital Promise \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nHow can we prepare students with the skills they’ll need in an AI-driven world? In this edWebinar\, hear directly from a teacher and recent high school graduate about how they’ve used IBM SkillsBuild to bring career readiness and durable skills into the classroom. You also discover free resources from IBM SkillsBuild and Digital Promise to help your students explore AI\, emerging tech\, and future careers. \n\nBy viewing\, you walk away with: \n\nIdeas and strategies to integrate IBM SkillsBuild’s free tools into your curriculum for AI and career readiness\nFirsthand insights from a student and educator on how hands-on learning builds durable skills like problem solving and adaptability\nAn exclusive head start on our upcoming AI Classroom Challenge for grades 9–12\, with a chance to win $1\,000 for your students\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n\n \nAbout the Presenters \nSeth Walker is a 2025 graduate of Lincoln High School in Alabama and a cybersecurity major at Troy University. In 2023\, Seth and his peers actively helped launch Talladega County’s first Cybersecurity Pathways program in partnership with Digital Promise\, supporting the Region 2 site visit and raising awareness throughout the district about the value of the initiative for students. Driven by a passion for learning and teaching critical cybersecurity concepts\, Seth chose this career path to empower others to understand and protect digital systems. His dream job is to become a cyber auditor\, ensuring companies maintain proper security protocols and safeguard community data integrity. \n \nAndrea Cook is the Lead Digital Learning Coach at Kansas City Public Schools in Missouri. Andrea’s 25-year career runs the gamut of education and has been a leading voice in Educational Technology. Andrea has served as a K-8 technology teacher and Coordinator of Digital Learning for Kansas City Public Schools. In that role\, Andrea was instrumental in redesigning professional development so that all teachers and students within her district were familiar with the PIC-RAT model for technology integration before the pandemic. Andrea has also served as the Director of School District Partnerships for Leanlab Education\, a non-profit that specializes in research and development of new edtech tools. Andrea has a bachelor’s degree in political science\, a master’s degree\, and an education specialist degree in educational technology\, all from the University of Central Missouri. \n \nCassie Graves is a Senior Research and Development (R&D) Program Manager. She leads the League of Innovative Students at Digital Promise\, where she champions placing youth at the heart of research and development. Her work includes partnering with community teams to co-design equitable solutions alongside youth\, educators\, and families. She has a passion for elevating youth voices\, supporting newcomer students\, and developing learner pathways. Cassie holds a bachelor’s degree in international studies – sociology from the University of California\, San Diego\, and a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction from the University of San Diego. \n\n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Inclusive Innovation to Transform Education community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n\n\nDigital Promise is a global nonprofit working to expand opportunity for every learner. We work with educators\, researchers\, technology leaders\, and communities to design\, investigate\, and scale innovations that support learners\, especially those who’ve been historically and systematically excluded. Our vision is that every person engages in powerful learning experiences that lead to a life of well-being\, fulfillment\, and economic mobility.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/inclusiveinnovation20251001/
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Career Education,College and Career Readiness,Future Ready Learning
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SUMMARY:Designing Math Learning That Sticks: Big Ideas\, Lasting Impact
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Duane Habecker\, Director of Continuous Improvement\, Merced County Office of Education; and Brandon Smith\, Former Educator\, Current Director of Outreach Mathematics\, MIND Education \nSponsored by MIND Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nToo often\, math instruction focuses on isolated skills that fade quickly\, leaving students without the deeper understanding they need to apply math in new contexts. Lasting learning happens when instruction is built around big ideas—the conceptual anchors that help students connect new knowledge to prior understanding. \nGrounded in neuroscience\, this edWebinar explores how cognitive schemas serve as the brain’s framework for organizing information\, and how leveraging these structures makes math learning more connected\, durable\, and transferable. Viewers learn how interactive digital tools can strengthen schema development by creating visual\, problem-solving experiences that engage students in productive struggle and ensure access for every learner. \nLearning objectives include: \n\nUnderstand how big ideas and schemas anchor long-term math learning\nApply schema-based strategies to make math concepts more connected and meaningful\nExplore how interactive tools reinforce conceptual understanding through visual problem solving\nRecognize how schema-driven instruction fosters equity\, persistence\, and problem-solving skills\n\nViewers leave with both a theoretical foundation and practical strategies for transforming math instruction into experiences that align with how the brain learns best. This recorded edWebinar benefits K-8 teachers\, instructional leaders\, and administrators ready to make math learning truly stick. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDuane Habecker is the Director of Continuous Improvement at the Merced County Office of Education\, where he supports districts\, schools\, and teachers in strengthening teaching and learning across all content areas\, including mathematics\, English language arts\, science\, digital literacy\, and the arts. Before stepping into this role\, Duane spent eight years as MCOE’s Coordinator of Mathematics—his professional passion—and nearly 30 years as a TK–5 mathematics instructional coach and middle school math teacher in the San Francisco Bay Area. He is a recipient of the national GTE Growth Initiatives for Teachers Award and the Merced County Excellence in Education Award. Duane also serves as President of the California Mathematics Council’s Central Region. When not working with educators\, he can often be found playing guitar and holding onto his dream of becoming a rock star. \n \nBrandon Smith is the Director of Outreach Mathematics at MIND Education\, where he creates experiential learning programs for people of all ages\, both in and out of the classroom—including two that are patent-pending. Over the past several years\, he has focused on developing innovative projects to close what he calls the math “experience gap\,” where children have insufficient exposure to math in their daily lives. These projects include interactive exhibits and games for math fairs\, math camps\, and family math nights. Early in his career at MIND\, he designed mathematical requirements for the game-based ST Math® software and led the national roll-out of the sixth-grade ST Math curriculum. Brandon co-authored a paper in Cognitive Research: Principles and Implications and has written for the Huffington Post and presented at ISTE. Prior to joining MIND\, Brandon was a college instructor\, where he won an outstanding teacher award and was an educational liaison for the City of Costa Mesa to Windham\, Australia. Brandon has a bachelor’s in math and two master’s degrees in pure and applied mathematics. In his spare time\, Brandon enjoys piloting planes. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Math the Way the Brain Learns community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, and receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars. \n\nMIND Education’s math curriculum solutions build conceptual understanding—at scale. Designed to meet students where they are\, these programs invite all learners into math in a way that feels natural\, intuitive\, and empowering—while delivering results proven in classrooms across the country.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mindeducation20250930/
CATEGORIES:Brain and Learning,Mathematics
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SUMMARY:Unlocking Literacy: How Science and Social Studies Drive Deeper Learning
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Daniel Mezzafonte\, Supervisor of Science 6-12\, Massapequa School District (NY); Andrea Abraham\, Former Educator\, Current Education Solutions Architect\, Britannica Education; and Zachary Linnert\, Ed.D.\, Former Educator\, Current Learning and Development Manager\, Britannica Education \nSponsored by Britannica Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nScience and social studies texts aren’t just for content knowledge; they’re powerful tools for building literacy. From analyzing historical documents to evaluating scientific explanations\, these subjects give students authentic opportunities to read closely\, reason with evidence\, and write with clarity. In this edWebinar\, the presenters share practical strategies for leveraging science and social studies to: \n\nStrengthen academic vocabulary and comprehension\nFoster critical thinking and problem solving\nSupport subject-area learning while improving literacy skills\n\nJoin us to discover how content-rich instruction can transform literacy across the curriculum. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, curriculum directors\, and those in science\, STEM\, social studies\, and ELL roles. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDaniel Mezzafonte is a highly accomplished science educator and administrator with 30 years of experience in both public and private schools in New York State. His career has been marked by a commitment to academic excellence and promoting scientific literacy among students. Currently\, Daniel is the District Science Supervisor for the Massapequa Public Schools\, one of the largest public school districts on Long Island. In this role\, he plays a crucial part in shaping the educational landscape by providing guidance\, support\, and oversight to more than 50 science educators and over 6\,500 students. He holds professional certifications in educational leadership from Stony Brook University\, which equips him with the necessary skills to lead educational initiatives effectively. In addition\, he earned a master’s degree in microbiology from New York University and a bachelor’s degree in both biology and environmental science from the State University of New York at Binghamton. Through his extensive experience\, academic achievements\, and dedication to science education\, Daniel continues to make a significant impact on the lives of his students and the educational community. His passion for science and commitment to fostering a love for learning are evident in all aspects of his work. \n \nAndrea Abraham is an Education Solutions Architect at Britannica Education. She has dedicated more than 25 years to advancing teaching and learning. She began her career as a high school teacher before moving into district leadership\, where she supported curricula in social studies and English while collaborating with science and math teams. In this role\, Andrea developed the MTSS process\, designed and facilitated professional development for a large K–12 district\, and worked to embed research-based instructional practices across disciplines. A central focus of her work was helping educators see literacy instruction as a shared responsibility across all content areas. After years of leading from within the K–12 system\, Andrea transitioned to working with education partners\, including Britannica Education\, to broaden her impact. Her mission remains the same: to ensure educators are empowered with effective strategies and high-quality resources that strengthen literacy\, elevate instruction\, and support student learning across subjects. \n \nDr. Zachary Linnert is the Learning and Development Manager at Britannica Education. With 20+ years of experience spanning classrooms\, school leadership\, executive coaching\, and consulting\, he’s seen education from every angle. Dr. Linnert’s teaching experience ranges from kindergarten to eighth grade in public\, private\, independent\, and special education schools. As a consultant and coach\, Dr. Linnert has helped school leaders clarify their visions\, draft strategic plans\, and align their practice with purpose. As a former school leader\, he spearheaded major initiatives including the expansion of school facilities\, enrollment growth\, the elevation of staff morale\, and the launch of new literacy and SEL curricula. In his current role\, Dr. Linnert designs and facilitates professional learning on topics including project-based learning\, inclusive education\, learning environments\, the Science of Reading\, play\, and social-emotional learning. He recently completed a doctorate in entrepreneurial leadership in education at Johns Hopkins University. His work is grounded in adult learning theory because he believes educators deserve the same thoughtful\, engaging experiences they create for their students. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Literacy and Critical Thinking community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nBritannica Education\, a global leader in digital educational technology and content\, is part of the Britannica Group’s tradition of excellence in information\, knowledge\, and learning\, stretching back more than 250 years. We partner with educators\, school districts\, libraries\, ministries\, and media companies worldwide to inspire student curiosity and provide trusted\, comprehensive resources to meet evolving teaching and learning needs.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/literacy20250930/
CATEGORIES:Critical Thinking Skills,Literacy,Science,Social Studies and Civics,STEM/STEAM
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SUMMARY:Reach New Heights: Exploring STEM and CTE with Drones
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Denise Hensley\, Career and Technology Coordinator\, Putnam City Schools (OK); Dr. JJ Ayers\, CTE Coordinator\, Little Elm Independent School District (TX); and Dr. La’Quata Sumter\, Founder\, STEAM Thru Drones\nModerated by Steffanie Forbes\, Coding & Robotics Channel Manager\, Pitsco Education \nSponsored by Pitsco Education \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nDiscover how drone technology is transforming Career and Technical Education (CTE) in middle and high schools. In this dynamic edWebinar\, you hear directly from education leaders who have successfully launched aviation and drone programs\, explore the career pathways drones unlock\, and learn how to integrate hands-on STEM experiences into your curriculum. \nWhether you’re just starting or looking to expand\, this session provides practical strategies\, real-world success stories\, and actionable resources to help your students soar. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDenise Hensley is beginning her 30th year in education and currently serves as the Director of all Career Tech Programs for Putnam City Schools. Four years ago\, she launched the district’s Aviation Program in partnership with the Oklahoma State Career Tech STEM initiative. This groundbreaking effort became the first Aviation Academy in the state located at an airport—Wiley Post Airport in Oklahoma City—providing students with an authentic\, hands-on learning environment. \nPassionate about the transformative power of aviation\, Denise has witnessed firsthand how the program opens doors to high-wage\, high-demand careers and changes the trajectory of students’ lives. Outside of work\, Denise and her husband\, Bob\, enjoy traveling and cherishing time with their five beautiful grandchildren. Whether at an airport hangar or exploring new destinations\, Denise’s dedication to education and her love of aviation continue to inspire students to dream big and aim high. \n \nDr. JJ Ayers is the CTE Coordinator at Little Elm Independent School District in Texas. In that role\, he has pioneered the use and development of artificial intelligence inside public K-12 education through district governance\, curriculum development\, and implementation of student instruction on AI agentic creation. His doctorate in curriculum and instruction with a strong minor in educational technology helped him in integrating the use of AI so effectively. \n \nDr. La’Quata Sumter is an engineering professor\, technology enthusiast\, and founder of STEAM Thru Drones\, a program dedicated to reimagining STEM/STEAM education through drones\, robotics\, and AI. With more than 15 years of teaching and curriculum development experience\, she has designed innovative drone programs for K–12 schools\, higher education\, and community organizations. \nDr. Sumter is the first African American woman in Southwest Georgia to hold an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot License and is a certified proctor for the NIST UAS Test Methods. She is also the CEO of Focusing On Me\, Inc.\, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides pathways for underrepresented students to access STEM excellence and workforce opportunities. As a five-time author\, professor\, and national presenter\, Dr. Sumter’s work centers on empowering educators and inspiring students to explore careers in aviation\, engineering\, and emerging technologies. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nCoding & Robotics Channel Manager Steff Forbes leads Pitsco’s efforts in providing and developing coding and robotics solutions designed to meet the needs of educators and their students. Steff is passionate about providing hands-on learning for all students. She has spent more than 28 years working alongside schools to assist them in bringing coding and robotics programs into their classrooms. Steff holds a master’s degree in education curriculum development with an emphasis in technology education. She is also a member of the Computer Science Teachers Association. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the STEM 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 \nPitsco Education is a leading provider of hands-on educational solutions for K-12 students\, offering a wide range of curricula and services designed to inspire and engage learners in STEM subjects. With a focus on innovation and quality\, Pitsco Education aims to support educators in delivering effective and impactful STEM education.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/stem20250930/
CATEGORIES:Career Education,CTE: Career and Tech Ed,STEM/STEAM
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SUMMARY:Engaging Multilingual Learners Across Content Areas: Authentic and Meaningful Practices
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Denise Furlong\, Assistant Professor and Director of Advanced Programs for Multilingual and Literacy Education\, Georgian Court University; and Dr. Keri Orange-Jones\, Middle School Assistant Principal and Adjunct Professor\, Montclair University and William Paterson University \nSponsored by Listenwise \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin us for an interactive session designed to help you engage multilingual learners (MLs) in meaningful literacy and language practices across upper-elementary\, middle\, and high school classrooms. This edWebinar showcases creative strategies that give MLs multiple points of access to content\, highlight translanguaging practices\, and share tools you can put into practice right away. \nWe also explore how to foster belonging\, reduce anxiety\, and encourage positive collaboration among all learners—while ensuring representation in literature\, curricula\, and school culture. You leave this session with: \n\nPractical strategies for integrating translanguaging and creative access points into lessons\nTools to help MLs engage deeply with content concepts and vocabulary\nApproaches to build belonging and lower the affective filter for MLs\nProtocols for supporting collaboration and peer-to-peer learning\nA framework for examining your own practices and making them more empowering and inclusive\n\nViewers walk away with ready-to-use strategies that center ML voices\, foster confidence\, and support meaningful engagement in every content area. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to upper-elementary\, middle\, and high school teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Denise Furlong is an Assistant Professor and Director of Advanced Programs for Multilingual and Literacy Education at Georgian Court University in New Jersey. She has taught for over 25 years in the New Jersey public school system\, ranging from kindergarten through 12th grade. She has also mentored and coached both novice and veteran teachers over the years. She collaborated with her longtime friend and colleague on their new book\, Learners First: Purpose and Practicality in Your Early Years of Teaching. She is also the author of Voices of Newcomers: Experiences of Multilingual Learners (EduMatch\, 2022). She lives at the Jersey Shore with her husband\, Tim\, her three kids (Ryan\, Joey\, and Sarah)\, and their two dogs. \n \nDr. Keri Orange-Jones is a middle school assistant principal and Adjunct Professor at Montclair University and William Paterson University. She has been an educator for 27 years. Dr. Orange-Jones is also part of the Drew Writing Project and National Writing Project. She has offered her insight as a guest speaker on podcasts and several virtual professional learning communities. She has also published blogs and journal articles and contributed to other publications. She is an advocate for equity and accessibility for all students\, regardless of socioeconomic status. Additional research interests include teacher education and evaluation\, student assessment\, positive school culture and climate\, and the importance of representation and diversity in the educational field. She lives in New Jersey with her husband\, David\, and her bonus daughter\, Laila. She takes great pride in being a daughter\, sister\, niece\, aunt\, cousin\, and friend. She is also a foodie\, loves to travel\, and enjoys beach vacations. Her first book\, Learners First: Purpose and Practicality in Your Early Years of Teaching\, was published by Corwin in May 2025. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Helping ELL\, ESL\, and Bilingual 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 \nListenwise provides authentic podcasts and videos to teach academic content and language together across the curriculum. Listenwise’s newest product\, Lingolift\, is designed for newcomers and emergent multilinguals in grades 2-12. Lingolift helps students develop English language proficiency across all four language domains: listening\, speaking\, reading\, and writing. Built-in language and literacy tools like speech recognition improve pronunciation and fluency. Interactive language supports\, assessments\, and teacher’s guides offer the flexibility to use this product in any teaching scenario. Intended as an onramp to Listenwise to help newcomers use and learn social and academic language as quickly as possible. Try Listenwise and Lingolift together—request a quote today!
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ell20250929/
CATEGORIES:ALAS,Bilingual and Multilingual Language Acquisition,Culture of Belonging,ELL/ESL Language Acquisition
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