Panel Discussion: Using Data to Drive Student Success

Explore a new augmented reality tool that allows educators to easily create AR in their classrooms. Designing lessons using the latest technology doesn’t have to be difficult and allowing our students to be creators of content is essential for their future skills. While the technology is a hot topic, many educators are questioning how augmented reality works and how it can support classroom instruction and learning.The goal of this edWebinar is to equip educators with understanding of the AR technology and knowledge about how to effectively use the tool in the classroom curriculum. At the completion of the session, educators will see augmented reality in action and have access to download the resource to incorporate in the classroom immediately.

Today’s educators are tasked with improving college, career, and life readiness in schools. Authentic performance tasks are well-suited to helping students build the “real-world” skills and transfer abilities that are needed for success in college and the workplace.

Anyone, even the youngest learners can think like an engineer. Do you want to learn how to channel young learners’ curiosity and creativity into structured problem solving? Watch as we talk about the power of the engineering design process and how it empowers young children to see themselves as problem solvers.In this edWebinar, Nia Keith, Director of Professional Development for EiE at the Museum of Science, Boston, discusses research, tips and strategies for how engineering:Helps children develop important 21st century skills like critical thinking, collaborating, and persevering through failure.

This interactive six week online course will give educators opportunities to develop a mindfulness-based, self-care and relaxation practice and to learn how to use mindfulness practices to create more compassionate and thriving classroom and school environments.