Events in June 2020
- Google SheetsUDL & Microsoft Accessibility Sessions
UDL & Microsoft Accessibility Sessions
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06/03/2020The morning session will provide an overview of Universal Design for Learning and provide some tools to be used to accomplish this. The afternoon will take a more in-depth look at some of those tools with the Microsoft Accessibility features.
ZOOMnone - School-Wide Information Systems Training (ZOOM)
School-Wide Information Systems Training (ZOOM)
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06/04/2020School Wide Information System or SWIS Suite is a reliable, confidential, web-based information system to collect, summarize, and use student behavior data for decision making. This data assists our PBIS teams to make more effective and efficient decisions when they have the right data in the right form at the right time. SWIS provides school personnel with the information they need to be successful decision makers. The SWIS Suite has assisted teams to improve their internal decision making and overall support plan design for individual students and their families. This training details the universal SWIS application to record and monitor office discipline referrals and make data based decisions to implement their School Wide Positive Behavior Support System. Teams purchasing the SWIS system will learn how to implement, monitor and utilize the data to implement PBIS with fidelity.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: June 3, 2020
ZOOMnone - Sound Walls - Morning Part 1 Sound Walls Activities - Afternoon Part 2
Sound Walls - Morning Part 1 Sound Walls Activities - Afternoon Part 2
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06/05/2020Explore the difference between word walls and sound walls in Part 1
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR PART 1
Practice what you have learned in the morning session with activities provided in the afternoon session.
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06/05/2020Today's session will look at forming questions to provide opportunities for students to explore varied thinking complexities.
ZOOMnone - Professional Practices for Remote Learning
Professional Practices for Remote Learning
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06/08/2020Understand the policies behind remote learning instruction, while developing best practices for providing remote instruction for students. During this session, educators will further explore the updated policies put forth by the Department of Education and learn how to provide effective practices for students.
ZOOMnone - Google Classroom for Grades 4-12
Google Classroom for Grades 4-12
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06/09/2020Ever look for a good way to manage your classroom? Already using google apps for education in your organization? Then look no farther than Google's newest app. This professional learning experience will explore the ins and outs of Google Classroom. Learn how to create and manage classes, create and handout assignments, grade assignments, and provide general information to all of your classes. Participants will get practical tips and help setting up their current classes so they can begin using Classroom right away.
ZOOMnoneSeeSaw for EI/PK-3rd gradeSeeSaw for EI/PK-3rd grade
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06/09/2020Interested in using a platform to reach your younger students? SeeSaw is your answer. This platform streamlines communication for families, teachers, and students and provides an easy workflow for students and teachers.
ZOOMnone - Indicator 13: Successful Practices in Secondary Transition
Indicator 13: Successful Practices in Secondary Transition
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06/11/2020The Indicator 13: Successful Practices in Secondary Transition training is designed specifically for Special Education Teachers and Administrators who service students, age 14 or older, that are engaged in the Secondary Transition process. Participants will learn what constitutes an effective transition program and how to write an IEP that includes coordinated, measurable annual goals and transition services, thus enabling students to meet their post-secondary goals after graduation from High School. Participants will also be given tools which will allow them to critically review IEPs for compliance and effective Secondary Transition practices. Objectives Participants will be able to: - Describe what constitutes an effective transition program - Review IEPs for compliance and effective secondary transition practices Participants are asked to bring a current IEP for a student on their caseload, age 14 or older. Contact Jeffrey Pelly at jpelly@iu17.org or (570) 323-8561 for more information.
ZOOMnone - CS Unplugged (AM) & Virtual SOLE (PM)
CS Unplugged (AM) & Virtual SOLE (PM)
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06/12/2020AM: Ready to take the dive into Computer Science? This session will give you an overview of Computer Science in our PA and explain Computer Science beyond the coding. You will leave with a toolbox of activities to do you in your classroom, no matter the content, to enhance the computer science experience for your students. PM: A Self-Organized Learning Environment, or SOLE, can exist anywhere there is a computer, internet connection, and students who are ready to learn. Within a SOLE, students are given the freedom to learn collaboratively using the internet. SOLE sessions are characterized by discovery, sharing, spontaneity and limited teacher intervention. Every SOLE session activates the learners’ creativity, requires critical thinking, and refines communication skills. You will get access to free tools to implement SOLE in your classroom and find out how to earn free CEUs.
ZOOMnone - CS First ~ ZOOM
CS First ~ ZOOM
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06/16/2020CS First is Google's free, introductory computer science program for grades 4-8 (ages 9-14). This video-based curriculum teaches students foundational CS, problem-solving and collaboration skills through themes related to students’ interests. In this hands-on professional development workshop, teachers will learn how to use CS First, Google’s free ready-to-teach introductory computer science (CS) curriculum for elementary and middle school students. During the three-hour workshop, teachers will: • Review the CS First curriculum • Test drive a CS First class from a student and teacher perspective • Develop a plan of action for teaching CS First in their classrooms Most importantly, teachers will join the growing community of CS First educators from around the world.
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