September 2024 PD
RCS Instructional Technology Department
Virtual Webinar: What's New in Nearpod
As we explore the new features, lessons, and tools available in Nearpod. If you are brand new to Nearpod, come listen and experience Nearpod for the first time, and then check out some additional resources for more foundational skills.
Please complete the Zoom Registration Link to receive the link for the virtual session in Performance Matters.
Thursday, September 5, 2024
Time:3:45-4:45
Course# 37067
Section# 40455
SPED ONLY: Getting Started with Imagine Math (Virtual)
Join me to learn how to use Imagine Math to fill in the skill gaps in your SPED students' math learning. Imagine Math combines a rich curriculum with fun, adaptive digital experiences to help students be confident math learners. Ideal as a supplement to standards-based PreK–Geometry core instruction, its two age-appropriate learning environments are designed for student engagement. We will look at how to view benchmark data and student progress to determine present levels and areas for re-enforcement, how to create custom learning pathways to assess what you are currently teaching in class, and how to access other instructional resources that you can use for classroom instruction.
Please complete the Zoom Registration Link to receive the link for the virtual session in Performance Matters.
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Time:3:45-4:45
Course# 37051
Section# 40761
Virtual Webinar: Nearpod EL Strategies for ALL Learners
Leverage Nearpod’s unique technology to provide meaningful activities that support learning for all students. Learn how to give your students access to rigorous academic content with strategies and scaffolds that are quick and easy to create.
During this session, we will focus on:
using Immersive Reader to leverage knowledge and support grade-level texts.*build background knowledge with interactive activities
finding and creating activities to support vocabulary acquisition
enabling audio recordings to build academic language
embedding reference materials that support student success
Please complete the Zoom Registration Link to receive the link for the virtual session in Performance Matters.
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Time:3:45-4:45
Course# 37068
Section# 40456
SPED ONLY: Lexia Resources Hub: Unlock the Full Potential of Lexia! (Virtual)
Have you been using Lexia just for student engagement and data collection? Then you’re in for a treat! Dive into the treasure trove of curricular resources available in Lexia’s Resource Hub.
Join me to explore:
- Lexia Lessons: Tailored lessons to enhance learning.
- Skillbuilders: Activities that reinforce key skills.
- Connections: Integrative resources to connect learning concepts.
- Slide Decks: Ready-to-use presentations for dynamic teaching.
- Decodable Readers: Engaging stories to build reading skills.
- Comprehension & Fluency Passages: Tools to boost understanding and fluency.
These resources are perfect for whole class instruction, small group interventions, or one-on-one remediation. Discover the magic Lexia has to offer beyond the student program!
Please complete the Zoom Registration Link to receive the link for the virtual session in Performance Matters.
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Time:3:45-4:45
Course# 37285
Section# 40762
SPED ONLY: Lexia Data: Best Practices for Student Success (Virtual)
Let's dig into the data! In this session, we will look at the different types of reports in Lexia. Explore the class reports and discover the wealth of information in the individual student reports, including skills progress reports, detailed skills reports, standards reports, and usage reports. I will show how you can use that data and then drill down into the Lexia resources to find specific lesson and skillbuilders for differentiated instruction. You will leave this session feeling empowered to take action based on your students' Lexia data!
Please complete the Zoom Registration Link to receive the link for the virtual session in Performance Matters.
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Time:3:45-4:45
Course# 37286
Section# 40763
ClassDojo: Rostering Clarification Basic Setup and Overview:
First time using ClassDojo? This session is for you!
We’ll go step-by-step through the setup process in this interactive session.
You’ll leave with everything you need to use ClassDojo successfully with your students and families. You'll understand:
- How to connect & get verified with your school
- How to create and customize your classes
- How to add students and connect families to ClassDojo
- How to communicate in 130+ languages with families
- The difference between Class Story and Family Messaging
- How to create and customize student feedback points
Please complete the Zoom Registration Link to receive the link for the virtual session in Performance Matters.
Thursday, September 26, 2024
Time:3:00-4:00
Course# 37306
Section# 40788
Virtual Schoology grade passback (ONLY available for grades 3-12)
In this follow-up to the Getting Started with Schoology training, participants will configure their Schoology course gradebooks in order to sync graded assignments back to the Skyward gradebook. We will also cover using the Bulk Edit feature, understanding the Sync Log, and using the course gradebook.
Please complete the Zoom Registration Link to receive the link for the virtual session in Performance Matters.
Thursday, September 26, 2024
Time:3:45-4:45
Course# 37289
Section# 40766
SELF-PACED PD AVAILABLE
- Getting Started with Schoology
- PlayPosit Academy
- Common Sense Education Digital Citizenship Training
- Microsoft Tools for Student Accessibility
- And more......