Professional Development Resources
This page has professional development resources for leaders and teams to use back at their buildings. It is organized by topic and a contact person is listed as well if you have further questions.
Intentional Planning Resources
Science of Reading PD and Resources
Reading Interventions PD Series
Ohio Literacy Lead Michelle Elia
Getting Started with the Science of Reading
Padlet of Resources
Adolescent Literacy - Decoding Series
Padlet of Resources and PD videos
Science On-Demand PD and Recorded PD
Science
Ohio Science Studies Weekly on-demand PD (November 2021)
Mystery Science: How to use Mystery Science in your classroom (August 2021)
August 2021 PD Recording
Science
Mystery Science: How to use Mystery Science in your classroom
Social Studies
Improving Instruction with Studies Weekly
Science & Social Studies
Integrating Science and Social Studies With Literacy (August 2021)
Elevating Remote Learning On-demand PD
Reading
Elevating Remote Learning in the Primary Classroom
Virtual Vocabulary Instruction with Into Reading
Into Reading: Inquiry & Research Projects
Math
Engaging Students in Strategy Fluency
Planning for Engagement, Rigor & Application
Science
Increasing Rigor & Engagement in the Elementary Virtual Science Classroom
Social Studies
The Power of a Question: Building Inquiry in Social Studies Online
Documents used during PD: See, Think, Wonder and Claim, Evidence & Reasoning
November 3 PD Resources
Reading
Foundational Skills Instruction with Fundations and HMH Into Reading (K-1)
Vocabulary Instruction with HMH Into Reading
Writing: Making Connections Between the ELA Framework and the Into Reading Writing Workshop
HMH Into Reading
Link to access HMH recorded webinar and resources
Introduction to the Rigby Readers (35-minutes) Learn how to assign the resource via Ed and/or Google. Explore how to locate the supporting resources Suggestions on how the Rigby Readers might be used to support small-group instruction
Writing (50-minutes) Examining teacher and student supports in the writing workshop. Conferencing with students Introduction to the Module Writing Tasks for grades 3-5
Introduction to Notice and Note (50-minutes) Deepen understanding of the Notice & Note signposts and anchor questions. Use Notice & Note strategies in the Teaching Pal to plan lessons that engage students in the analysis of texts.
Math
Math Discourse with Ready Classroom Math
Curriculum Associates Online Modules Available on Demand to Extend Your Learning
Science
Ideas for the Virtual Science Classroom
Social Studies
Increasing Online Engagement in Social Studies
Remote Learning & Tech Integration
Turning PDFs into Google Slides Have you ever wondered how to make editable digital copies of your PDFs and Worksheets? This can be accomplished in 3 simple steps as you are about to learn in this session.
Flipped Classroom with Google Interactive Slides In the flipped classroom teacher-created videos and interactive lessons, instruction at DOK levels 1&2 occur in advance of class. Synchronous and in-person learning becomes the place to work through problems, advance concepts, and engage in collaborative learning. This session will focus on how to use Google Slides to flip your classroom.
Next Level with HyperDocs This session walks teachers through the stages of the SAMR model and provides resources to begin creating HyperDoc learning activities.
Using Kami in the Classroom Are you teaching with PDFs? "This PD shows teachers the basics of free Kami and how to use it with your students.
October 16 PD Resources for Science and Social Studies
Science
Mystery Science
Social Studies
Studies Weekly
Facilitation Guide for the on-demand PD (make a copy)
Check For Understanding Google Doc (make a copy)
Science & Social Studies Digital Binder Scavenger Hunt
Getting to know CCS Science and Social Studies Resources video link
Facilitation Guide for the on-demand PD (make a copy)
Columbus City Schools Contact Information:
Heather Allen hallen704@columbus.k12.oh.us (science and social studies)
Johari Mitchell jmitchell7103@columbus.k12.oh.us (social studies)