Blended Professional Development – Some Lessons Learned
    Author: Marian Thacher, Heide Spruck Wrigley, Susan Finn Miller, and Kathy Harris, PhD
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    In 2015-2016, the LINCS ESL Pro project provided training for teachers and programs serving English language learners in 10 states. Each state configured their professional learning a bit differently, but all used a blended model including one or more face-to-face sessions with online communities of practice, webinars, email, and conference calls. These models allowed subject matter experts, who were mostly many states away, to provide a professional learning experience over an extended period of time. Attend this session to learn how an online community of practice can actually build community, how to deal with many levels of technology skills, and how to build deep foundational knowledge at the outset. Solutions can be applied to student learning as well.
    Crowdfunding:  Tips & Tricks for Success
    Author: Meagen Farrell
    Subject Area: Program Management
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Crowdfunding: “The practice of funding a project or venture by raising many small amounts of money from a large number of people, typically via the Internet.”-Forbes “$90-96 Billion industry by 2025.”-World Bank
    Make & Take:  Free, Little Mustard Seed Books
    Author: Meagen Farrell
    Subject Area: Reading
    Program Level: Conference 2017 Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here
    DIY:  Accessing and Using Research to Improve Practice
    Author: Alisa Beltzer, Margaret Patterson, Amy Rose, and Cheryl Keenan
    Subject Area: Research
    Program Level: Conference 2017 Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Validate problems practitioners face and assure them that others have similar issues and experiences. Analyze and/or solve a problem. Moderately or dramatically improve current practices. Describe new and effective practices and ideas.
    Health Literacy in the Classroom – A Must-Have for Adult and English Learners
    Author: Julie McKinney
    Subject Area: Health
    Program Level: Conference 2017 Materials
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    What is health literacy? Integrating health into the literacy classroom Finding and using resources Sample resource: Staying Healthy Partnering and funding models
    Executive Function Deficit
    Author: Mary Lynn Carver
    Subject Area: Learning Difficulties
    Program Level: Professional Development
    Material Type: Presentations/Slideshows
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Discover what executive function skills are. Show how NOT having them can cause so many problems. Investigate how to implement skills and strategies into instruction so students can become more confident, successful learners. Learn how Growth Mindset and positive character strengths can reinforce the Executive Function skills you integrate in your teaching.
    Pathways to Success
    Author: Marcel Kielkucki, Cyd Hanson, and Cale Loewen
    Subject Area: Career Pathways
    Program Level: Conference 2017 Materials
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    “Pathways to Success” is a program developed to help prepare Kirkwood High School Completion students to be successful in their chosen diploma track program. Students are required to attend and complete the Pathways course before they are allowed to register and attend HiSET® classes or begin adult education coursework.
    Crossing Borders:  Using Cross-Content Project-Based Curriculum to Meet Students’ HSE Needs
    Author: Heather Indelicato
    Subject Area: Speaking/Listening
    Language: English
    License: (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) For license summary click here

    Abstract:

    Define project and identify potential ideas Explore an example project-based cross-content unit With guided support, create a cross-content unit plan to be used in your classes Share created cross-content unit plans with other participants