Events in September 2017
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08/27/2017 | 08/28/2017 | 08/29/2017 | 08/30/2017 | 08/31/2017 | 09/01/2017(2 events)N/A: Team Workshop on Next Steps for Computer Science & ACT 86 N/A - 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, PA 17701 USA 570-323-8561 Laura Hummell, PDE Technology Education Advisor, will lead a workshop on Next Steps for Computer Science and ACT 86. 9:30 am: Team Workshop on CS and ACT 86 with Lauren Hummell 9:30 am - 1:30 pm 2400 Reach Road Williamsport, none 17701 USA 570-323-8561 Lauren Hummell, PDE Technology Education Advisor, will lead a workshop on Next Steps for Computer Science and ACT 86. | 09/02/2017 |
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09/24/2017 | 09/25/2017 | 09/26/2017 | 09/27/2017(1 event)8:30 am: How Did You Get That? Improving Open Responses in Math 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Lycoming College - Wertz Center, Jane Schultz Room Williamsport, PA 17701 United States Open response questions in math, questions that ask students to show or explain answers, are often the most difficult questions for students to solve. They also present a unique window into student thinking. The purpose of this workshop is to understand why students struggle with these types of questions and then develop strategies that produce complete and thorough answers. Participants will learn techniques to get every student involved in mathematical thinking and show students how to take more responsibility for learning. There will be a special emphasis on checking for understanding, improving mathematical vocabulary, deepening math concepts through problem solving, and reading strategies for word problems in math. Participants will learn how to use focused criteria to score open response answers and create great math assignments. All examples align with the Pennsylvania Core Standards. Critical Strategies: 1. Build fluency and writing in math: quick writes and quick quizzes 2. Check for understanding: 1 Penny White Boards 3. Students as teachers: Quiz Quiz Trade 4. Deepen understanding by oral review: Pepper Cards 5. Build Vocabulary: Sorts, visuals, and games 6. Attack the questions: Preview/Mark it/Look back 7. Better answers: KNSA (know, need to find/do, steps, answer) 8. Know the graphics (build collections of key images) More about the presenter: https://www.smore.com/jxxmh For questions, please email LKlym@iu17.orgPlease register for this event at http://www.elrnr.org | 09/28/2017(1 event)8:30 am: Guided Reading: Cohort 1 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Liberty Elementary School, 8622 Rte 414 Liberty, PA 16930 Effective guided reading lessons begin with knowing the readers. This five day training will provide K-3 teachers with a comprehensive understanding of how to implement guided reading within the core reading program. Guided reading is a student-centered approach to reading instruction that meets students' individual reading needs while scaffolding them towards grade-level standards. Throughout this five day professional learning experience, participants will engage in hands-on learning, observe actual guided reading lessons taught by the presenter, have opportunities to apply their learning between sessions, and receive the Fountas and Pinnell Prompting Guide 1 & 2. In order to transfer professional learning into practice, participants will be expected to work with at least one group of students, take weekly running records with each child in the group and analyze their experiences. Presenter is Dr. Janet Bufalino, Reading Recovery trainer and Chair of the Reading Department at Shippensburg University in Pennsylvania. Facilitator: Christina Steinbacher-Reed Credits: 30.00 Cost: 400.00 Notes:
In order to fully engage in this professional learning opportunity, participants need to commit to all five days, try out their new learning with their own students, and reflect on their practice with the cohort. Please note: Act 48 credit hours will only be awarded to individuals who attend all five days. No partial credit will be awarded. Please note: Lunch is on your own. | 09/29/2017(1 event)8:30 am: Guided Reading: Cohort 1 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Liberty Elementary School, 8622 Rte 414 Liberty, PA 16930 Effective guided reading lessons begin with knowing the readers. This five day training will provide K-3 teachers with a comprehensive understanding of how to implement guided reading within the core reading program. Guided reading is a student-centered approach to reading instruction that meets students' individual reading needs while scaffolding them towards grade-level standards. Throughout this five day professional learning experience, participants will engage in hands-on learning, observe actual guided reading lessons taught by the presenter, have opportunities to apply their learning between sessions, and receive the Fountas and Pinnell Prompting Guide 1 & 2. In order to transfer professional learning into practice, participants will be expected to work with at least one group of students, take weekly running records with each child in the group and analyze their experiences. Presenter is Dr. Janet Bufalino, Reading Recovery trainer and Chair of the Reading Department at Shippensburg University in Pennsylvania. Facilitator: Christina Steinbacher-Reed Credits: 30.00 | 09/30/2017 |