LAST CHANCE TO ENROLL!
Storylines, an Important Component in the NGSS-Aligned Classroom, December 4
In this workshop participants will build their understanding of the storyline design and structure, examine the role of phenomena within the storyline design and evaluate NGSS-alignment of currently used storylines, or those being developed. Click
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for more information.
Investigating Developmentally Appropriate Practice and Play-Based Instruction in Kindergarten and the Primary Grades, December 6
An introductory workshop is being offered in DuPage County to deepen understanding and implementation of developmentally appropriate practice from birth to third grade to improve student outcomes. The focus is on kindergarten and the primary grades. Click
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for information.
Assessment and the NGSS: How to Assess Three-dimensional Learning, January 29
In this workshop, participants will:
- build their understanding of three-dimensional assessment through application of the Next Generation Science Standards;
- obtain greater knowledge of three-dimensional assessment that will support more effective assessment methods to better understand the level at which their students are understanding science concepts; and
- engage in tasks that will help them identify the three-dimensions within an assessment and how they are used together to assess conceptual understanding.
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flier
. Click
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to register.
Workshop Series: Program Models That Support High-Ability Learners
One-size-fits-all approaches to identifying and serving gifted students are increasingly poor fits for schools with growing diversity. Contemporary views of gifted education and talent development recognize that ability is multifaceted and malleable and that “gifted students” are extremely diverse in their backgrounds and learning needs.Plan to attend one or more of the upcoming workshops highlighted on the attached flier to learn more. For more information click
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Family Engagement Sessions
Family engagement training sessions by the DuPage ROE provide customized support for school/district teams in developing and expanding school-family partnerships. Please contact Dr. Mary Biniewicz at
[email protected]
if you have any questions and/or are interested in scheduling professional development sessions. Click
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for more information.
