2022 Session Archive:
Book Study | Smart but Scattered (Chapters 1-4)
June 6th, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Presented by: Dr. Susan Perry
THIS SESSION WILL NOT BE RECORDED
Executive Functions are sometimes referred to as our internal “air traffic control system.” These functions coordinate higher-level cognitive processes so we can effectively regulate our daily thoughts, emotions, and actions. This book study will provide an overview of executive functions, help you identify your executive function skills, discuss developmental milestones, explain how executive functions impact our behavior and academics, and identify methods one can use to improve their organizational skills and time management, and emotional control.
Implementing Culturally Responsive Teaching in the Classroom
June 7th, 10:00 AM
Presented by: Dr. Odunola Oyeniyi and Dr. Shoudong Feng
Recording: https://youtu.be/Tx0npJOFoKE
The presenters will introduce the culturally responsive teaching model and a state-level example. They will share with the audience the best classroom practices that reflect the model. The audience will be involved in the discussion about their own classroom teaching practices and exploring the resources they can use to implement the model.
Creating Communities of Inquiry Using Technology
June 7th, 2:00 PM
Presented by: Dr. Allison Freed, Trisha Bramlett, and Tara Williams
Recording: https://youtu.be/sNeFRnk4kXo
In this interactive session, the community of inquiry model of instruction will be introduced and discussed. During the session, participants will brainstorm ways to use technology to create communities of learners who feel connected to each other, their teacher, and the content.
The Language Literacy Network: Say Hello to the Reading Rope’s Better Half
June 9th, 10:00 AM
Presented by: Dr. Jan Wasowicz
THIS SESSION WILL NOT BE RECORDED
This webinar will begin with a review of the key features of the Simple View of Reading (SVR) and the Reading Rope Model. You’ll then be guided through the components of The Language Literacy Network infographic and explore its similarities and differences with the Reading Rope. You’ll realize the practical implications of The Language Literacy Network, including the speech-to-print advantage for literacy and why both reading and spelling of words must be taught, and you’ll leave with new insights for evaluating your current teaching practices and for implementing new research.
Book Study | Smart but Scattered (Chapters 5-8)
June 13th, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Presented by: Dr. Susan Perry
THIS SESSION WILL NOT BE RECORDED
Executive Functions are sometimes referred to as our internal “air traffic control system.” These functions coordinate higher-level cognitive processes so we can effectively regulate our daily thoughts, emotions, and actions. This book study will provide an overview of executive functions, help you identify your executive function skills, discuss developmental milestones, explain how executive functions impact our behavior and academics, and identify methods one can use to improve their organizational skills and time management, and emotional control.
Building Belonging in Our Learning Spaces
June 14th, 10:00 AM
Presented by: Dr. Jessica-Herring Watson
Recording: https://youtu.be/Nz8uwZWQLa8
This session will focus on strategies for developing a sense of belonging among learners, whether you’re teaching online or in-person. We’ll discuss the Community of Inquiry framework as a reflective tool for considering how we’re showing up in our learning spaces and how we’re inviting students to show up in those spaces as well. Attendees will also contribute to a shared collection of resources for building belonging.
ESSA for Teachers at All Levels
June 14th, 2:00 PM
Presented by: Jeana Williams & Melody Morgan (Arkansas Public School Resource Center)
Recording: https://youtu.be/SrFdqlAW7Qg
Learn how teachers can use the accountability system to make meaningful change for students.
Book Study | Smart but Scattered (Chapters 9-14)
June 20th, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Presented by: Dr. Susan Perry
THIS SESSION WILL NOT BE RECORDED
Executive Functions are sometimes referred to as our internal “air traffic control system.” These functions coordinate higher-level cognitive processes so we can effectively regulate our daily thoughts, emotions, and actions. This book study will provide an overview of executive functions, help you identify your executive function skills, discuss developmental milestones, explain how executive functions impact our behavior and academics, and identify methods one can use to improve their organizational skills and time management, and emotional control.
Teacher Efficacy for Engagement & Agency
June 21st, 10:00 AM
Presented by: Dr. Stacey Loyless
Recording: https://youtu.be/SIGPG0pxq64
We will discuss innovative design strategies that will build teacher efficacy to deliver responsive student centric instruction. Importantly, these lesson design processes will promote engagement, depth of knowledge, and agency in students regardless of virtual or F2F settings. Quality learning experiences don’t have to be elusive or complicated. This session will introduce pedagogic concepts that retain creative classroom autonomy and enhance our instructional ability to move students beyond mere compliance.
Data Informed Instruction
June 21st, 2:00 PM
Presented by: Jeana Williams & Melody Morgan (Arkansas Public School Resource Center)
Recording: https://youtu.be/hliSbKgCy6Y
Providing tools and resources to help teachers know how to access and utilize their student data to guide instruction
Sound Wall Implementation
June 23rd, 10:00 AM
Presented by: Dr. Mary Dahlgren
THIS SESSION WILL NOT BE RECORDED
Come hear from Dr. Mary Dahlgren share about the science and implementation of sound walls in your phonemic awareness and phonics instruction!
Book Study | Smart but Scattered (Chapters 15-20)
June 27th, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Presented by: Dr. Susan Perry
THIS SESSION WILL NOT BE RECORDED
Executive Functions are sometimes referred to as our internal “air traffic control system.” These functions coordinate higher-level cognitive processes so we can effectively regulate our daily thoughts, emotions, and actions. This book study will provide an overview of executive functions, help you identify your executive function skills, discuss developmental milestones, explain how executive functions impact our behavior and academics, and identify methods one can use to improve their organizational skills and time management, and emotional control.
Books, Books, and More Books
June 28th, 10:00 AM
Presented by: Dr. Jeff L Whittingham, Dr. Erin Shaw, Dr. Amy Thompson, and Dr. Kevin Powell
Recording: https://youtu.be/bDK5mWx-TMU
Dr. Whittingham, Dr. Shaw, Dr. Thompson, and Dr. Powell will present booktalks on the some of their favorite new reads.
Cultivating Your Why for Equity
June 28th, 2:00 PM
Presented by: Dr. Candice Maxwell
Recording: https://youtu.be/gDT2-LeGCGw
This session will lead participants through redefining their personal “why” for developing equity in classrooms. Participants will leave with ideas for immediate implementation for the start of school in the fall.
Smart but Scattered: Helping Children Strengthen Executive Skills to Reach Their Full Potential
June 30th, 10:00 AM
Presented by: Dr. Peg Dawson
Recording: https://youtu.be/Ya4gjUKO5RA
Executive skills are critical to the acquisition of academic skills, but, more importantly, they are the skills students need to get things done. They are brain-based skills such as task initiation, sustained attention, working memory, planning, organization, and goal-directed persistence that are absolutely critical to school success. Some students seem to acquire them naturally, but many students struggle with them. Dr. Peg Dawson, co-author of the books Smart but Scattered and Smart but Scattered Teens, will describe how these skills develop throughout childhood and suggest strategies parents can use to help children acquire the critical skills they need to be successful students.
Universal Design for Learning (UDL): A Teacher’s Guide
June 30th, 2:00 PM
Presented by: Shelle House and Dr. Erin Shaw
Recording: https://youtu.be/fmYJKVQfh8U
Planning for variability in lessons is overwhelming but we KNOW variability exists in what students already know, how quickly concepts are understood and retained and how students access materials to digest information. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a process for preparing for variability and eliminating barriers for all learners.
Technology Leadership & Planning Mini-sessions
July 5th, 10:00 AM
Presented by: Ashley Cooksey & ITEC 6368 Students
Recording: https://youtu.be/zyfqUm-QCkE
These mini-sessions will feature 15-minute sessions from educators in our graduate programs. Presenters will share a snapshot of a tech tool, ed tech leadership strategy, or current issue concerning technology in education.
What’s New With ArkansasIDEAS and Arkansas PBS?
July 5th, 2:00 PM
Presented by: Kayla Fletcher, Arkansas IDEAS
Recording: https://youtu.be/leKm9PFyCHk
Come let us show you our online LMS that includes an extraordinary collection of courses that provide educators with quality online DESE-approved professional development and educational resources. We will highlight all the newest features, including access to training on the newest technologies, reporting capabilities for administrators, and new micro-credential opportunities!
The Classroom Copyright Conundrum: Situations in Education
July 12th, 2:00 PM
Presented by: Brittany Fleming
Recording: https://youtu.be/0ftwpCJoTM0
What exactly is Copyright? Am I being the Copyright role model that my students and other teachers need me to be? These are questions that we all have been faced with. In this session we will look at Fair Use and how it can help us to legally use materials in our classrooms. The session will also look at common problems that we have all faced when it comes to Copyright. Participants will leave with resources to use at their own schools.
Inclusive Practices
July 19th, 2:00 PM
Presented by: Tabitha Riendeau (Arkansas Public School Resource Center)
Recording: https://youtu.be/-2Po4JTwhl0
Exploring the latest in inclusive practices to meet the needs of all students in the least restrictive environment.
Expanding and Securing the Teaching of African American Literature
July 19th, 6:00 PM
Presented by: Dr. Vincent Price
Recording: https://youtu.be/LMWEH6vOQRk
During this session, Dr. Price will discuss an expanded approach to teaching African American literature in the classroom that better secures its place against outside pressures and better represents the dynamic African American experience. He will share examples of this approach in action, allow participants to share their ways of teaching the literature, and help them brainstorm additional ideas.
Dive into Learning Adventures with AR/VR
July 26th, 10:00 AM
Presented by: Ann Broyles
Recording: https://youtu.be/I4olVGvHZfU
Want to create exciting learning adventures using AR/VR for your students, but don’t know where to start? Then this workshop is for you! Participants will discover the power of using AR/VR as immersive technology for their students as well as creating easy-to-implement takeaways that can be used right away in their own classrooms.
Universal Design for Learning (UDL): A Teacher’s Guide
July 26th, 2:00 PM
Presented by: Shelle House and Dr. Erin Shaw
Duplicate session from June 30th
Planning for variability in lessons is overwhelming but we KNOW variability exists in what students already know, how quickly concepts are understood and retained and how students access materials to digest information. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a process for preparing for variability and eliminating barriers for all learners.
The Knowledge Gap: What It Is and How to Narrow It
August 11th, 10:00 AM
Presented by: Natalie Wexler
Recording: https://youtu.be/01eNaIuGXaY
Elementary schools spend hours every week teaching decontextualized reading comprehension “skills,” like “finding the main idea,” leaving little or no time for social studies and science—especially where test scores are low. But evidence from cognitive science shows that comprehension of text depends primarily on knowledge—either of the topic or of academic vocabulary generally. Children of more highly educated parents can acquire that knowledge outside school. Others depend on school for that, and few of them get it.