January 6th Early Release Day
Overview:
There are multiple topics to explore, each with videos ranging from 8-15 minutes long and accompanying materials to explore. During your time, you should plan to watch at least 2 videos and reflect on how you will embed your learnings into your practice.
Goals:
Provide opportunities for choice during professional development based on individualized skills and knowledge
Share ideas and learnings across the district through Jamboard
Gather needs and feedback to inform January 29th PD day
Agenda:
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Introduction + Kickoff!
Before you get started, watch this 2 minute video for a brief overview of today.
Additional resources: Creating engaging videos for students + How to Use Screencastify
Choice Topics to Explore
Select which topics below you'd like to explore. Resources for the topic are linked below each video. At the end of each session, there is a link to a jamboard to add your ideas + collaborate across the district.
PL 101 + 201
Need a refresher on personalized learning? Want to get some new ideas to integrate the Core 4 in your classroom? Check out this video!
Click here for the Video
Additional Resources:
Google Suite
This video has tips and tricks for a variety of topics, like: breakouts, formative assessments, and technology tips.
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Additional Resource: Digital Tools Resource Grid
Making Playlists
Check out this video for a continuum of learning, from just getting started to taking your practice to the next level.
Click here for the Video
Additional resources:
Teacher Self-Care
Interested in new prioritization strategies? Looking for ideas to build moments of calm in your day? This video covers a few self-care habits that might be of interest to you!
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Additional resources:
Student Engagement + Ownership
From discussion strategies to brain breaks and energizers, this short video has a mix of instructional practices and ideas to add to your toolkit.
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Additional resources:
Reflection + Close Out
Please share your feedback on today's session in the closing survey below. This will help inform our January 29th plans!
Closing Survey
Click here for the survey.