Assessing Learning in the Standards-Based Classroom

The enthusiasm and vibrancy that new teachers can bring to a school are valuable strengths that are, unfortunately, too often squandered due to competing and overwhelming demands on their time, energy, and personal well-being.

In this session, we discuss how growth mindset is the latest rage in academics, and share the real data behind this pedagogical movement. We help you explore your own mindset, learn about the latest research on how mindset affects student success and persistence, and acquire strategies for fostering growth mindset in the classroom to promote S.T.E.M. education.

Encouraging students to share their voice and express their learning in relevant ways is critical to today’s diverse classrooms. As many teachers understand, students who have autonomy over their learning and an ability to voice themselves, are more engaged in their learning process and present in the classroom. Not only does this benefit them throughout life, it also makes the classroom experience more engaging and fun! In this edWebinar, hear about amazing tools for student creation that enable students to express their unique voices. Learn how to use time-tested tools like PowerPoint in new and exciting ways. We also show you a student favorite: Sway, an easy-to-use digital storytelling app for creating interactive reports, presentations, personal stories and more.

Evidence is a word that is said a lot in the world of education these days. With so many edtech tools used by teachers and students, what evidence is needed to tell if those tools are actually working? How can you take evidence and turn it into action to improve student and teacher outcomes and experiences? And, importantly, what are the first steps administrators can take to get started?