February 9th, 2018
Administrators' Academy: This course focuses on Domains 2 and 3, and is intended to move administrators who have passed the ISBE evaluator training, and who are very familiar with Charlotte Danielson’s 2011/2013 Framework for Teaching, from compliance to competency. This course requires participants to view teaching, record data according to ...read more
December 21st, 2017
This expert-delivered session will cover implementation of the Every Student Succeeds Act state plan.
This session is offered at two times for your convenience.
Presenter/Facilitator: Melina Wright, Director of Implementation and Advocacy, North Cook ISC
December 21st, 2017
This expert-delivered session will cover implementation of the Every Student Succeeds Act state plan.
This session is offered at two times for your convenience.
Presenter/Facilitator: Melina Wright, Director of Implementation and Advocacy, North Cook ISC
December 21st, 2017
This full-day training on brain-compatible instructional design and engagement strategies for motivating reluctant learners is an interactive workshop that addresses the common issues that arise when working with under-motivated students who seem to have the hardest time paying attention and getting work done. The training will give dozens of practical ...read more
December 19th, 2017
Google Classroom and other Google apps can expand your classroom toolbox, and ultimately increase your efficiency and student engagement. Learn how to create and grade assignments, removing paper copies and increasing feedback to both students and their guardians. All Google doc types will be discussed and how they each can ...read more
December 19th, 2017
While educators often focus on academic standards, we all know that the emotional and behavioral needs of our students also lead to huge successes or failures. Designed for all types and levels of teachers, this session will explore the use of effective communication during critical moments to help de-escalate conflicts ...read more
December 19th, 2017
As early as K-2, schools can begin preparing students for college and career readiness. We will review the college, career readiness framework and learn critical strategies to prepare and nurture students to develop a mindset that prepares them to be college and career ready. Participants will learn strategies to create ...read more
December 19th, 2017
Are you interested in learning a student-centered, active learning approach to teach science concepts? Designed for all grade levels, the 5E model of instruction will turn your teacher-centered lessons into active student-centered learning. We will extract DNA from food, test the conservation of mass, model Earth and moon rotations, and ...read more
November 14th, 2017
This workshop will focus on goal-setting using assessment data (such as MAP) to guide and drive instruction in the classroom.
November 14th, 2017
Through a collaborative process of learning, use the Postsecondary and Career Expectations (PaCE) Framework and the On PaCE to Thrive community guide to impact the college and career readiness of your students. Outcomes include a plan to implement college and career readiness activities aligned to the new PaCE Framework, which ...read more