• Professional development should be relevant to teachers' classroom experiences.
• Creating a culture of feedback and vulnerability is essential for effective PD.
• Engaging teachers in collaborative communities enhances the PD experience.
• Good PD is not just about content but also about building relationships.
• Teachers need to see the relevance of PD to their specific contexts.
• Follow-up and follow-through are crucial for sustaining learning from PD.
• Setting clear goals for PD helps in measuring its effectiveness.
• Teachers should be encouraged to try new strategies and share their experiences.
• The role of administrators is vital in supporting effective PD initiatives.
• Creating a supportive environment can help teachers overcome challenges in their practice.

• 00:00 Introduction to Professional Development in Education
• 02:12 Creating Effective Professional Development Programs
• 05:15 Understanding Good vs. Bad Professional Development
• 08:10 The Importance of Teacher Engagement and Buy-In
• 11:01 Collaborative Learning and Community Building
• 13:59 Follow-Up and Sustaining Professional Development
• 17:05 Navigating Challenges in Professional Development
• 20:22 Measuring Success in Professional Development
• 23:17 Final Thoughts and Advice for Educators

• Michelle Stie is the Vice President of Program Design and Innovation for the National Math and Science Initiative. She received her BS in Journalism from Texas Christian University and her MA in English Literature from the University of Oklahoma. Before joining NMSI, Stie spent 18 years in teaching and school leadership positions, during which she won regional and national awards for teaching and curriculum development.

• The National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI) is a nonprofit STEM solutions provider transforming the face of STEM. Our focus on creating access for all students, especially those furthest from opportunities, sets us apart as the top choice for educators seeking to improve math and science outcomes. Our services strengthen teachers and leaders of today to inspire the next generation of diverse STEM innovators.
• Website: https://www.nms.org/
• Twitter: https://x.com/NMSI
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationalmathandscience/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nmsi/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nmsination/?hl=en

• Co-teaching involves working collaboratively with another teacher or instructional coach to create dynamic and effective lessons.
• Successful co-teaching partnerships require planning, communication, and the establishment of essential agreements.
• Co-teaching can benefit both teachers and students by providing opportunities for professional growth, shared expertise, and differentiated instruction.
• Technology tools such as learning management systems and digital whiteboards can support co-teaching practices.
• Administrators play a crucial role in supporting and facilitating co-teaching initiatives in schools.

• Regular Planning: Allocate time for regular planning and reflection to ensure lessons are cohesive and both teachers are on the same page.
• Clear Communication: Establish open lines of communication. Discuss roles, responsibilities, and expectations clearly to avoid misunderstandings.
• Mutual Respect and Trust: Build a strong professional relationship based on mutual respect and trust. This helps in managing the classroom effectively and in supporting each other’s teaching style.
• Flexibility: Be open to switching roles and trying different co-teaching models to see what works best for your classroom.
• Focus on Student Needs: Always keep the needs of the students at the forefront. Adjust your approach based on what will best support their learning.

• 00:00 Introduction to Co-Teaching
• 08:29 Building Effective Co-Teaching Partnerships
• 19:06 Co-Teaching for Student Support and Teacher Mentorship
• 28:26 Navigating Technology in Co-Teaching
• 34:45 Co-Teaching Evolved: A Guide for Educators

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• ISTE proposals are blind, meaning anyone can be selected regardless of their social media following.
• It's essential to align proposals with ISTE standards to increase chances of acceptance.
• Networking at ISTE is crucial for professional growth and collaboration.
• The conference offers various formats for presentations, including workshops and panels.
• Attendees should prepare for the costs associated with travel, accommodation, and conference fees.
• Sustaining the energy from ISTE requires actionable steps and realistic expectations.
• The combined ISTE and ASCD conference will focus on integrating curriculum and technology.
• Finding innovative ideas at ISTE can inspire new teaching methods.
• It's important to have backup plans for proposals in case of rejection.
• Engaging with diverse presenters can enhance the learning experience.

• 00:00 Introduction to ISTE Proposals
• 03:13 The Excitement of ISTE Conferences
• 06:01 Navigating the Proposal Process
• 09:04 Innovations and Trends in EdTech
• 12:08 Cost and Funding for ISTE Attendance
• 15:05 Networking and Making Connections
• 17:49 Sustaining Energy Post-Conference
• 22:10 Preparing for the Combined ISTE and ASCD Conference
• 28:05 Final Thoughts and Advice for Newcomers

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• Introduction to the Human Intelligence movement and its mission
• The rise of AI and its impact on the future of work
• Defining Human Intelligence: What unique human skills AI can't replicate?
• Deep dive into key human-centered skills
• The urgent need to reimagine education for the AI era
• Challenges with the traditional education system in preparing students for an AI world
• Shifting from passive learning to active application of knowledge
• The importance of cross-contextual understanding and problem-solving

• Building awareness
• Creating community
• Influencing policy-making
• Redefining "career-ready" in the context of an AI-driven workforce
• The Human Intelligence Manifesto: Key points and implications

• How listeners can get involved: Becoming a Founding Member or joining think tanks
• Success stories or case studies of Human Intelligence skills in action
• Future outlook: How developing Human Intelligence can shape society and the economy
• Q&A session: Addressing common concerns about AI and education
• Call to action: Joining the movement to unlock human potential in an AI world

• The Human Intelligence Movement focuses on equipping students with human-centered skills that cannot be replicated by AI.
• The movement promotes project-based and problem-based learning that is relevant and meaningful to students.
• Building a community of like-minded educators is an important aspect of the movement.
• Teachers can get involved by joining the movement as founding members and participating in the virtual conference.

• 00:00 Introduction to the Human Intelligence Movement
• 02:58 The Need for Change in Education
• 08:11 Human-Centered Skills
• 10:16 Shifting the Focus in Education
• 18:38 Building a Community of Educators
• 28:25 Using AI to Enhance Teaching
• 35:17 Joining the Human Intelligence Movement

• How to accomplish Backwards Design
  • Identify the desired ending results
    • What standards are you looking to master
    • Setting clear achievable, and measurable goals
    • What skills are needed?
    • What projects will help you get to your destination
    • What do students need to know before the lesson starts
    • What do you want them to be able to do at the end of the lesson or unit
    • How can this be achieved by student centered learning with active use of technology
    
    
  • Gather Evidence of Learning
    • Develop a final project or assessment
    • Exit and Intro Tickets
    • Progress Assessments
    
    
  • Design Content for Instruction
    • Select your teaching methods
      • Teaching Centered vs Student Centered learning
      • Demonstration vs lecture vs peer discussion (for example)
      
      
    • Develop dynamic instructional activities to help students interact with the course material so that they are fully engaged in the content
    
    
  
  

• Start with the end goal in mind and align lessons with standards and assessments
• Set clear and measurable goals for student learning
• Gather evidence of student learning to track progress
• Manage content and instruction by focusing on meaningful and purposeful activities
• Stay organized and pace yourself throughout the school year

• 00:00 Introduction and Overview
• 04:24 Backwards Design: Starting with the End Goal in Mind
• 09:10 Setting Clear and Measurable Goals for Student Learning
• 16:00 Gathering Evidence of Student Learning
• 20:36 Managing Content and Instruction: Focusing on Meaningful Activities
• 23:50 Staying Organized and Pacing Yourself Throughout the School Year

• ISTE Digital Learning Standards for Students
• Backwards Design: The Basics
• Backward Design in Education
• Where to Start: Backward Design
• Effective Lesson Plans: The Backwards Design Way

• 5 Ways to use Canva in the Classroom
  • Classroom Handouts
  • Google Classroom and Teacher Website Graphics
  • Intro / Exit Tickets
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  • Business Cards
  • Email Signature Graphics
  • Theme analysis and identification
  • About a character | Poster/Infographic creation
  • Timeline of events within a story or history lesson
  • Charts & Graphs, Tables = AWESOME Graphic Organizers
  • Build your own website with Canva!
  
  

• Canva Create 2024 Update
  • Streamline Design
  • Customized Workspace
  • Canva Courses
  • Easily Match Styles, Colors, Fonts, etc
  • Magic Design, Magic Resize
  • Magic Resize
  • Canva AI
  • Canva Docs
  • Free AI Art Generator
  • Canva Video Projects
  • Free Online AI Image Generator
  
  

• Canva is a versatile tool that can be used for creating presentations, student projects, and designing graphics.
• Schools and teachers are using Canva to save time and enhance student engagement.
• Canva whiteboards are an underrated feature that allows for collaborative brainstorming and organization of ideas.
• The AI features in Canva, such as magic switch and AI sort, can help with content organization and creation.
• Managing the use of Canva in the classroom requires setting clear expectations and monitoring student activity to prevent misuse. Canva can be used to create parent emails and offers a content library specifically designed for education.
• Teachers can use Canva Lessons to provide structured...

In this episode of Digital Learning Today, Jeffrey Bradbury interviews Dr. Brandi Stinson, a principal from Maryland, about the communication app SMORE. They discuss the importance of effective communication in schools and how SMORE helps streamline the process. Dr. Stinson highlights the features of SMORE, such as multimedia integration, polls, translation, scheduling, branding, and analytics. They also discuss different ways to use SMORE, including newsletters, event announcements, and back-to-school night. Overall, SMORE is praised for its ability to create professional, visually appealing, and personalized communication for schools.

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• 01:32 Importance of Communication in Schools
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• 03:22 Using S'more for Newsletters and Updates
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• Things to think about when planning lessons and classroom activities
  • How to approach your administrator when you need support or buy-in (new tech tool, curriculum idea, book choice.
  • How to consider end-of-year evaluations, especially for new teachers, and what to do with a good or average evaluation.
  • The importance of teacher engagement in meetings and how to “show up” the right way to make a positive relationship with administration
  • How to support colleagues and get on the same page with colleagues, especially if they don’t share the same vision of teaching as you
  • How to be a leader by example for colleagues and students
  
  
• Things to think about when working with students who are not used to your teaching style
  • How can I use the lesson to build a rapport with my students?
  
  
• Things to think about when trying new Digital Learning tools
  • Is the application I’m looking to use approved by the school district?
  • Does the application align with my districts goals and digital learning plan?
  • Do my students need to log into the application? If so, do they need to have a privacy policy set up?
  
  
• Things to think about when you are getting used to new classroom neighbors and coworkers across the district
  • Audio Concerns - Does the lesson and sound from my room bleed over into the hallways and into other classrooms?
  • Is my teaching style complimentary to those teaching around me?
  • Do I have similar classroom expectations as other teachers?
  
  

• Building professional relationships with teachers, students, and administrators is crucial in education.
• Creating a comfortable and engaging atmosphere in the classroom can include playing music and assigning seats.
• Introducing new technologies and tools should be done in a thoughtful and approved manner.
• Offering support and building relationships with colleagues, especially new teachers, is important.
• Building strong relationships in the education community is essential for success.

• 00:00 Introduction and Welcome
• 03:05 The Importance of Building Professional Relationships
• 09:13 Tips for Planning Lessons and Activities
• 13:24 Incorporating Digital Tools in the Classroom
• 19:57