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Summer 2023 CUECamp West

REGISTRATION Summer 2023 CUECamp West Registration Collaborative for Educational Services, 97 Hawley Street, Northampton, Massachusetts View Map Friday, August 11, 2023 REGISTRATION FOR CUECAMP WEST DESCRIPTION Introducing CUECamp! Get ready for an immersive and inspiring experience that will revolutionize your approach to teaching and empower you with innovative educational technology tools all based around Student Engagement. Our central theme revolves around student engagement. We firmly believe that engaged students are motivated, curious, and eager to learn. We aim to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to create an engaging and interactive learning environment that will captivate your students and enhance their educational journey.   Highlights of CUECamp: Interactive Workshops and Presentations: Our Corporate Partners will join educators in sharing insights, strategies, and best practices for fostering student engagement. Discover tools and techniques that will transform your classroom into a hub of excitement and active learning. Collaborative Challenges: Participate in collaborative challenges specifically designed to ignite creativity and problem-solving skills. Engage with your fellow educators, share ideas, and collaborate to develop innovative approaches that promote student engagement. Unleash your creativity, and be prepared for a memorable and rewarding experience. Ready-to-Implement Resources: Gain access to a wide range of ready-to-implement lesson plans, projects, and resources that have been carefully crafted to promote student engagement. These valuable materials will save you time and effort while ensuring that your lessons are interactive, dynamic, and aligned with curriculum objectives. REQUISITES Audience Classroom Educators, Instructional Coaches/Specialists, Administrators Level K-12 Dates Friday, August 11, 2023 Time 8:30 am - 1:30 pm Lunch Complimentary Lunch provided. Earn 4 PDPs   Location Collaborative for Educational Services, 97 Hawley Street, Northampton, MA 01060 MassCUE Member Cost $50 Non-Member Cost $60 Limit 50 Participants CUECamp AGENDA 8:30am - 9:00am Arrival/Registration and Coffee 9:00am - 9:20am Welcome, Introductions, Housekeeping 9:30am - 10:20am Interactive Learning Session I 10:30am - 11:20am Interactive Learning Session II 11:30am - 12:15pm Lunch (Complimentary Lunch Provided) & Networking 12:15pm-1:00pm Collaborative Share-Out, Idea Slam 1:00pm-1:30pm Closing and Popsicles (provided by our Sponsors Custom Computer Specialists and ReachMy Teach) from Crooked Stick Pops! Thank you to our sponsor, Collaborative for Educational Services, for providing the facility for this event: Thank you to our sponsors, Custom Computer Specialists and ReachMyTeach, for providing lunch and popsicles: ISTE STANDARDS ISTE Standards Educator Standards 2.1: Learner: Educators continually improve their practice by learning from and with others and exploring proven and promising practices that leverage technology to improve student learning. Educators: 2.1.a) Set professional learning goals to explore and apply pedagogical approaches made possible by technology and reflect on their effectiveness.   2.2: Leader: Educators seek out opportunities for leadership to support student empowerment and success and to improve teaching and learning. Educators: 2.2.a) Shape, advance and accelerate a shared vision for empowered learning with technology by engaging with education stakeholders. 2.2.b) Advocate for equitable access to educational technology, digital content and learning opportunities to meet the diverse needs of all students. 2.2.c) Model for colleagues the identification, exploration, evaluation, curation and adoption of new digital resources and tools for learning.   2.3: Citizen: Educators inspire students to positively contribute to and responsibly participate in the digital world. Educators: 2.3.b) Establish a learning culture that promotes curiosity and critical examination of online resources and fosters digital literacy and media fluency. 2.3.c) Mentor students in safe, legal and ethical practices with digital tools and the protection of intellectual rights and property. 2.3.d) Model and promote management of personal data and digital identity and protect student data privacy.   2.4: Collaborator: Educators dedicate time to collaborate with both colleagues and students to improve practice, discover and share resources and ideas, and solve problems. Educators: 2.4a) Dedicate planning time to collaborate with colleagues to create authentic learning experiences that leverage technology. 2.4.c) Use collaborative tools to expand students' authentic, real-world learning experiences by engaging virtually with experts, teams and students, locally and globally. 2.4.d) Demonstrate cultural competency when communicating with students, parents and colleagues and interact with them as co-collaborators in student learning.   2.5: Designer: Educators design authentic, learner-driven activities and environments that recognize and accommodate learner variability. Educators: 2.5.a) Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs. 2.5.b) Design authentic learning activities that align with content area standards and use digital tools and resources to maximize active, deep learning. 2.5.c) Explore and apply instructional design principles to create innovative digital learning environments that engage and support learning.   2.6: Facilitator: Educators facilitate learning with technology to support student achievement of the ISTE Standards for Students. Educators: 2.6.a) Foster a culture where students take ownership of their learning goals and outcomes in both independent and group settings. 2.6.b) Manage the use of technology and student learning strategies in digital platforms, virtual environments, hands-on makerspaces or in the field. 2.6.c) Create learning opportunities that challenge students to use a design process and computational thinking to innovate and solve problems. 2.6.d) Model and nurture creativity and creative expression to communicate ideas, knowledge or connections. SPONSORS INFO SPONSORS SESSIONS and COMPANY INFO Custom Computer Specialists Session:  Guiding our Students to be Cyber Smart The Digital World is an amazing place. It is a place to teach, learn, collaborate, and interact; however, it requires being mindful and cautious when connected. Join us for an informative educational session on the fundamentals of cybersecurity and how we can better equip our students to make smart cyber decisions. We'll focus on the specific vulnerabilities that students encounter online and explore effective teaching techniques to involve them in cybersecurity education through age-appropriate and interactive approaches. Our session will also delve into various cybersecurity tools and resources to aid in safeguarding online experiences. As a bonus, attendees will receive a copy of Ellen Sabin’s empowering and informative book, "The Super Smart Cyber Guide for Kids”, which instills intelligent habits for navigating the digital world. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding of cybersecurity and ensure a safer online environment for all. About Custom Computer Specialists:  Custom Computer Specialists is a leading provider of technology solutions and services for both public and private schools throughout the Northeast. While Custom offers Technology Solutions and Services for Cybersecurity, Physical Security, Cloud, Networking, Collaboration, Managed Services, IT Consulting and Implementation, their goal is simple: to support the goals of educators with unparalleled responsiveness and exemplary customer satisfaction.   ReachMyTeach Session:  Delve into language translation and cultural nuances. Have you ever considered how the word "seniors" may be interpreted differently in other languages, causing unnecessary confusion? This session will highlight language access barriers and the language we use to engage students and families from the perspective of a teacher and a multilingual parent. It will go deeper into how to mitigate potential issues and boost inclusivity in the classroom. Come away with actionable tools that support student and parent engagement! About ReachMyTeach: Created in Maine by a student-teacher team, ReachMyTeach's mission is to support student success by empowering communication between school and home. With email, text, WhatsApp, and a special focus on integrated multilingual communication, including instant translation in 130+ languages and on-demand interpretation, ReachMyTeach makes it easy for families and educators to connect in the ways and languages that work for them! From daily communication, district-wide alerts and attendance management, ReachMyTeach has you covered!   CES Session: TBD About Collaborative for Educational Services: Everyone is a Learner: We are a non-profit educational service agency, committed to reaching and educating learners of all ages, and experienced in working with educators to help students learn and succeed.

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Summer 2023 CUECamp East

REGISTRATION Summer 2023 CUECamp East Registration Duxbury High School, 71 Alden Street, Duxbury, Massachusetts Friday, August 4, 2023 Google directions to Duxbury High School Parking Map REGISTRATION FOR CUECAMP EAST DIRECTIONS and PARKING Google directions to Duxbury High School Parking Map DESCRIPTION Introducing CUECamp! Get ready for an immersive and inspiring experience that will revolutionize your approach to teaching and empower you with innovative educational technology tools all based around Student Engagement. Our central theme revolves around student engagement. We firmly believe that engaged students are motivated, curious, and eager to learn. We aim to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to create an engaging and interactive learning environment that will captivate your students and enhance their educational journey.   Highlights of CUECamp: Interactive Workshops and Presentations: Our Corporate Partners will join educators in sharing insights, strategies, and best practices for fostering student engagement. Discover tools and techniques that will transform your classroom into a hub of excitement and active learning. Collaborative Challenges: Participate in collaborative challenges specifically designed to ignite creativity and problem-solving skills. Engage with your fellow educators, share ideas, and collaborate to develop innovative approaches that promote student engagement. Unleash your creativity, and be prepared for a memorable and rewarding experience. Ready-to-Implement Resources: Gain access to a wide range of ready-to-implement lesson plans, projects, and resources that have been carefully crafted to promote student engagement. These valuable materials will save you time and effort while ensuring that your lessons are interactive, dynamic, and aligned with curriculum objectives. REQUISITES Audience Classroom Educators, Instructional Coaches/Specialists, Administrators Level K-12 Dates Friday, August 4, 2023 Time 8:30 am - 1:30 pm Lunch Complimentary Lunch provided. Earn 4 PDPs   Location Duxbury High School, 71 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA MassCUE Member Cost $50 Non-Member Cost $60 Limit 100 Participants CUECamp AGENDA 8:30am - 9:00am Arrival/Registration and MaryLou's Coffee. 9:00am - 9:20am Welcome, Introductions, Housekeeping 9:30am - 10:20am Interactive Learning Session I 10:30am - 11:20am Interactive Learning Session II 11:30am - 12:15pm Lunch (Complimentary Lunch Provided) & Networking 12:15pm-1:00pm Collaborative Share-Out, Idea Slam 1:00pm-1:30pm Closing and Ice Cream from Nona's Ice Cream Truck! We are very grateful to our Sponsors for providing Coffee, Lunch, and Ice Cream. Thank You to Custom Computer Specialists, Teq, and ReachMyTeach!!! ISTE STANDARDS ISTE Standards Educator Standards 2.1: Learner: Educators continually improve their practice by learning from and with others and exploring proven and promising practices that leverage technology to improve student learning. Educators: 2.1.a) Set professional learning goals to explore and apply pedagogical approaches made possible by technology and reflect on their effectiveness.   2.2: Leader: Educators seek out opportunities for leadership to support student empowerment and success and to improve teaching and learning. Educators: 2.2.a) Shape, advance and accelerate a shared vision for empowered learning with technology by engaging with education stakeholders. 2.2.b) Advocate for equitable access to educational technology, digital content and learning opportunities to meet the diverse needs of all students. 2.2.c) Model for colleagues the identification, exploration, evaluation, curation and adoption of new digital resources and tools for learning.   2.3: Citizen: Educators inspire students to positively contribute to and responsibly participate in the digital world. Educators: 2.3.b) Establish a learning culture that promotes curiosity and critical examination of online resources and fosters digital literacy and media fluency. 2.3.c) Mentor students in safe, legal and ethical practices with digital tools and the protection of intellectual rights and property. 2.3.d) Model and promote management of personal data and digital identity and protect student data privacy.   2.4: Collaborator: Educators dedicate time to collaborate with both colleagues and students to improve practice, discover and share resources and ideas, and solve problems. Educators: 2.4a) Dedicate planning time to collaborate with colleagues to create authentic learning experiences that leverage technology. 2.4.c) Use collaborative tools to expand students' authentic, real-world learning experiences by engaging virtually with experts, teams and students, locally and globally. 2.4.d) Demonstrate cultural competency when communicating with students, parents and colleagues and interact with them as co-collaborators in student learning.   2.5: Designer: Educators design authentic, learner-driven activities and environments that recognize and accommodate learner variability. Educators: 2.5.a) Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs. 2.5.b) Design authentic learning activities that align with content area standards and use digital tools and resources to maximize active, deep learning. 2.5.c) Explore and apply instructional design principles to create innovative digital learning environments that engage and support learning.   2.6: Facilitator: Educators facilitate learning with technology to support student achievement of the ISTE Standards for Students. Educators: 2.6.a) Foster a culture where students take ownership of their learning goals and outcomes in both independent and group settings. 2.6.b) Manage the use of technology and student learning strategies in digital platforms, virtual environments, hands-on makerspaces or in the field. 2.6.c) Create learning opportunities that challenge students to use a design process and computational thinking to innovate and solve problems. 2.6.d) Model and nurture creativity and creative expression to communicate ideas, knowledge or connections. SPONSORS INFO SPONSORS SESSIONS and COMPANY INFO   Custom Computer Specialists Session:  Guiding our Students to be Cyber Smart The Digital World is an amazing place. It is a place to teach, learn, collaborate, and interact; however, it requires being mindful and cautious when connected. Join us for an informative educational session on the fundamentals of cybersecurity and how we can better equip our students to make smart cyber decisions. We'll focus on the specific vulnerabilities that students encounter online and explore effective teaching techniques to involve them in cybersecurity education through age-appropriate and interactive approaches. Our session will also delve into various cybersecurity tools and resources to aid in safeguarding online experiences. As a bonus, attendees will receive a copy of Ellen Sabin’s empowering and informative book, "The Super Smart Cyber Guide for Kids”, which instills intelligent habits for navigating the digital world. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding of cybersecurity and ensure a safer online environment for all. About Custom Computer Specialists:  Custom Computer Specialists is a leading provider of technology solutions and services for both public and private schools throughout the Northeast. While Custom offers Technology Solutions and Services for Cybersecurity, Physical Security, Cloud, Networking, Collaboration, Managed Services, IT Consulting and Implementation, their goal is simple: to support the goals of educators with unparalleled responsiveness and exemplary customer satisfaction.     Teq Session: Engage in a hands-on cooperative learning activity with Teq. Use your critical thinking skills as you participate in a project-based learning activity by working with a Rube Goldberg machine. This activity, which is the capstone project to one of Teq’s iBlocks, will help give educators an understanding of the value of using one of Teq’s many iBlocks with their students. About Teq: Learning is at the heart of everything we do. We provide a unique blend of emerging educational technologies, classroom STEM products, dynamic professional development, and project-based learning pathways. Teq is passionate about delivering equitable and innovative education to every school to support and enrich the learning experience.   ReachMyTeach Session:  Delve into language translation and cultural nuances. Have you ever considered how the word "seniors" may be interpreted differently in other languages, causing unnecessary confusion? This session will highlight language access barriers and the language we use to engage students and families from the perspective of a teacher and a multilingual parent. It will go deeper into how to mitigate potential issues and boost inclusivity in the classroom. Come away with actionable tools that support student and parent engagement! About ReachMyTeach: Created in Maine by a student-teacher team, ReachMyTeach's mission is to support student success by empowering communication between school and home. With email, text, WhatsApp, and a special focus on integrated multilingual communication, including instant translation in 130+ languages and on-demand interpretation, ReachMyTeach makes it easy for families and educators to connect in the ways and languages that work for them! From daily communication, district-wide alerts and attendance management, ReachMyTeach has you covered!   We are very grateful to our Sponsors for providing Coffee, Lunch, and Ice Cream. Thank You to Custom Computer Specialists, Teq, and ReachMyTeach!!!  

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Digital Citizenship Summer Webinar Series

DESCRIPTION Join us for a summer webinar series designed exclusively for K-12 educators, administrators, and specialists of all content areas. This engaging four-week program will take place every Wednesday, offering an exploration of essential topics surrounding digital citizenship in the modern classroom. As the digital landscape continues to evolve, it is crucial for educators to equip themselves with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate this ever-changing terrain. Our facilitators and expert guest presenters will delve into key areas that shape digital citizenship, empowering educators to foster responsible, informed, and ethical digital practices among their students. Each fast-paced session will be packed with insightful discussions, practical strategies, and relevant examples to enhance your digital teaching toolkit. Our webinars will provide an opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and glean practical insights that can be implemented immediately in your classroom. Together, we can shape a safer, more informed digital future for our students! This free series also offers educators an introduction into some of the great new MassCUE professional development offerings available through our BC-> DE program. Topics: July 12: Defining Digital Citizenship in the Modern Classroom July 19: Media Literacy Playground July 26: Copyright, Fair Use, Creative Commons in the age of AI August 2: In Defense of Student Data REQUISITES Audience Teachers, Administrators, Instructional Coaching/Specialists, Librarians Level K-12 Instructors Casey Daigle and Jen Thomas Dates July 12, 2023 through August 2, 2023 (4 Weeks) Time 9:00am - 10:00am Location Online MassCUE Member Cost Free Non-Member Cost Free INSTRUCTORS Jen Thomas is the Professional Learning and Program Coordinator for MassCUE. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Music from Bates College in 2000, a Master of Arts degree in Musicology from Tufts University in 2002, and a Master of Science degree in Library Science from Simmons College in 2005. A passionate technology educator, she began her career as a library media specialist and later shifted into the role of instructional technology specialist. After almost two decades working in schools, she decided it was time to give back to an organization that supported her career and is now thrilled to be part of the MassCUE team. Jen is dedicated to empowering teachers and students and has a strong interest in planning and delivering professional development in all aspects of educational technology. Jen is a Google Certified Educator, Google Certified Coach, and Google Certified Trainer. She resides in Rhode Island with her husband, Charlie, and their three children, Cooper, Noah, and Caroline.     Casey Daigle has been co-creating with educators and edtech for 14 years. She is a professional mistake-maker and revels in learning alongside anyone who will have her. As the Digital Learning Manager for the Collaborative for Educational Services (CES), Casey spends a lot of time exploring how we invite connection and imagination through technology. Her expertise centers on program development, instructional design, change management, and facilitation.  She is an ISTE Certification Authorized Provider, ISTE Certified Educator, Google Certified Trainer, and whimsical weirdo. COURSE OUTLINE July 12: Defining Digital Citizenship in the Modern Classroom July 19: Media Literacy Playground July 26: Copyright, Fair Use, Creative Commons in the age of AI August 2: In Defense of Student Data Our facilitators and expert guest presenters will delve into key areas that shape digital citizenship, empowering educators to foster responsible, informed, and ethical digital practices among their students. Each fast-paced session will be packed with insightful discussions, practical strategies, and relevant examples to enhance your digital teaching toolkit. Our webinars will provide an opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and glean practical insights that can be implemented immediately in your classroom. Together, we can shape a safer, more informed digital future for our students! ISTE STANDARDS ISTE Standards Educator Standards 2.3 Citizen Educators inspire students to positively contribute to and responsibly participate in the digital world. 2.3.a Create experiences for learners to make positive, socially responsible contributions and exhibit empathetic behavior online that build relationships and community. 2.3.b Establish a learning culture that promotes curiosity and critical examination of online resources and fosters digital literacy and media fluency. 2.3.c Mentor students in safe, legal and ethical practices with digital tools and the protection of intellectual rights and property. 2.3.d Model and promote management of personal data and digital identity and protect student data privacy. REGISTRATION Digital Citizenship Summer Webinar Series Registration Online July 12, 2023 through August 2, 2023 REGISTER FOR WEBINAR SERIES

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Corporate Partner Teq “Creative, Productive, and Personalized Classrooms”

Creative, Productive, and Personalized Classrooms Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 3:30P.M. (ET) This session will…

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Corporate Partner Teq “Artificial Intelligence in Education: What Do We Need to Know”

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MassCUE Annual General Meeting 2023 – Join Us!

MassCUE Annual General Meeting Annual Report General Meeting Minutes   MassCUE members are cordially invited to be our guest for the MassCUE Annual General Meeting and dinner.  This event will be held on June 13, 2023, 5:00 P.M., at Gillette Stadium. During this past year, MassCUE has been involved in many wonderful activities, learning experiences, and networking opportunities. The General Meeting is a time for you, our members, to talk with our MassCUE Board of Directors and reflect on all the great things we have accomplished together! Let's reconnect with old friends, meet new ones, interact with our Corporate Partners, and give feedback to help shape the future of MassCUE. Join us for a cocktail hour at 5:00 P.M., followed by a MassCUE presentation and dinner. Location: Optum Lounge, Gillette Stadium View Map of Parking and Directions to Gillette Please Note that the Map shows 2 entrances.  E3 is the only entrance which can be used to get to the Optum Lounge. Directions: Enter via P1 Drive.  Continue along P1 Drive towards the Security Check Point.  Take your first right into Lot 6 and enter via the E3 Dell Technologies Suite entrance.  Lighted electronic boards and directional signs will direct you to your event. Registration This event is for current members only. If your membership has expired, you must renew before you complete your registration.  If you are not a MassCUE member, please join before registering! Register Now   From a return to the MassCUE Fall Conference in person to the launching of the MassCUE4ALL Equity Campaign, to committee and special interest group support for educators, MassCUE has a lot to celebrate from the past year. Read all about these accomplishments and more in our Annual Report for fiscal year 2022-23. View Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Please review the minutes from the 2022 Annual General Meeting. A motion will be made to accept these minutes at our June 13, 2023 meeting. View Minutes General Meeting June 2022 Please review the minutes from the February 15, 2023 General Meeting.  A motion will be made to accept these minutes at our June 13, 2023 meeting. View Minutes General Meeting February 2023

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Coach Bootcamp 2023

DESCRIPTION This workshop aims to support educators aspiring to become Technology or Instructional Coaches, and also supports coaches who are relatively new in their coaching role.  The workshop aims to provide coaches with structure, tools, resources, and a PLN that they can access for support. Coaches Jen and Jess will discuss best practices and will support attendees who are interested in incorporating the Google Coaching model into their professional practices. This workshop will be asynchronous with weekly synchronous meetings. REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  7/24/23 REQUISITES Audience Instructional Coaches (technology and all curricular areas) Level K-12 Instructors Jen Thomas and Jessica Brittingham Dates July 31, 2023 through August 25, 2023 (4 Weeks) Asynchronous with weekly synchronous online meetings. Meetings TBD based on participants' availability. Time Live Virtual Meetings Weekly TBD based on participants' availability Earn 15 PDPs   Location Online MassCUE Member Cost $150 Non-Member Cost $190 Limit 25 Participants Prerequisites Interest in or currently in an Instructional or Technology Coaching Role Optional Graduate Credit 1 Graduate Credit through WSU (pending approval) INSTRUCTORS Jen Thomas is the Professional Learning and Program Coordinator for MassCUE. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Music from Bates College in 2000, a Master of Arts degree in Musicology from Tufts University in 2002, and a Master of Science degree in Library Science from Simmons College in 2005. A passionate technology educator, she began her career as a library media specialist and later shifted into the role of instructional technology specialist. After almost two decades working in schools, she decided it was time to give back to an organization that supported her career and is now thrilled to be part of the MassCUE team. Jen is dedicated to empowering teachers and students and has a strong interest in planning and delivering professional development in all aspects of educational technology. Jen is a Google Certified Educator, Google Certified Coach, and Google Certified Trainer. She resides in Rhode Island with her husband, Charlie, and their three children, Cooper, Noah, and Caroline.     Jessica Brittingham is the Director of Technology and Digital Learning for Uxbridge Public Schools. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in History from UMass Boston in 2000 and a Master’s Degree in Professional Writing from UMass Dartmouth in 2007. She taught fourteen years of high school English in Westport and Dartmouth before assuming a role as Technology Integration Specialist with Uxbridge Public Schools. Jess was promoted to Director of Technology and Digital Learning in October, 2022. Jess is a Google Certified Trainer, a Google Certified Coach, and is a MassCUE Instructor. Jess began working on her doctorate degree in Educational Leadership in May 2022, and expects to graduate in winter 2024. COURSE OUTLINE Week 1: Kicking the year off as a coach Week 2: Building Relationships with teachers and administrators Week 3: Communication and Coaching Week 4: Campaigns and Initiatives ISTE STANDARDS ISTE Standards Coaching Standards 1: Change Agent 1a) Create a shared vision and culture for using technology to learn and accelerate transformation through the coaching process. 1b) Facilitate equitable use of digital learning tools and content that meet the needs of each learner. 1c) Cultivate a supportive coaching culture that encourages educators and leaders to achieve a shared vision and individual goals. 1d) Recognize educators across the organization who use technology effectively to enable high-impact teaching and learning. 1e) Connect leaders, educators, instructional support, technical support, domain experts and solution providers to maximize the potential of technology for learning. 2: Connected Learner 2a) Pursue professional learning that deepens expertise in the ISTE Standards in order to serve as a model for educators and leaders. 2b) Actively participate in professional learning networks to enhance coaching practice and keep current with emerging technology and innovations in pedagogy and the learning sciences. 2c) Establish shared goals with educators, reflect on successes and continually improve coaching and teaching practice. 3: Collaborator 3a) Establish trusting and respectful coaching relationships that encourage educators to explore new instructional strategies. 3b) Partner with educators to identify digital learning content that is culturally relevant, developmentally appropriate and aligned to content standards. 3c) Partner with educators to evaluate the efficacy of digital learning content and tools to inform procurement decisions and adoption. 3d) Personalize support for educators by planning and modeling the effective use of technology to improve student learning. 4: Learning Designer 4a) Collaborate with educators to develop authentic, active learning experiences that foster student agency, deepen content mastery and allow students to demonstrate their competency. 4b) Help educators use digital tools to create effective assessments that provide timely feedback and support personalized learning. 4c) Collaborate with educators to design accessible and active digital learning environments that accommodate learner variability. 4d) Model the use of instructional design principles with educators to create effective digital learning environments. 5: Professional Learning Facilitator 5a) Design professional learning based on needs assessments and frameworks for working with adults to support their cultural, social-emotional and learning needs. 5b) Build the capacity of educators, leaders and instructional teams to put the ISTE Standards into practice by facilitating active learning and providing meaningful feedback. 5c) Evaluate the impact of professional learning and continually make improvements in order to meet the schoolwide vision for using technology for high-impact teaching and learning. 6: Data-Driven Decision Maker 6a) Assist educators and leaders in securely collecting and analyzing student data. 6b) Support educators to interpret qualitative and quantitative data to inform their decisions and support individual student learning. 6c) Partner with educators to empower students to use learning data to set their own goals and measure their progress. 7: Digital Citizen Advocate 7a) Inspire and encourage educators and students to use technology for civic engagement and to address challenges to improve their communities. 7b) Partner with educators, leaders, students and families to foster a culture of respectful online interactions and a healthy balance in their use of technology. 7c) Support educators and students to critically examine the sources of online media and identify underlying assumptions. 7d) Empower educators, leaders and students to make informed decisions to protect their personal data and curate the digital profile they intend to reflect. REGISTRATION Coach Bootcamp Registration Online Workshop (Optional Grad Credit) July 31, 2023 through August 25, 2023 REGISTER FOR COACH BOOTCAMP   REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  July 24, 2023

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Corporate Partner Teq “Innovative Teaching ChatGPT with Alice Keeler”

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Corporate Partner Renaissance “Overcoming Top MTSS Challenges”

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