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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Lexia Learning. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here. In our academic pursuit of equity, it is imperative that educators and professionals in special education understand the asset-based perspective, harness the power of neurodiversity, and apply the latest insights from brain science to create supportive and effective learning environments. This transformative edWeb podcast aims to equip listeners with the knowledge and tools to optimize the learning experience for neurodiverse individuals and design schools and systems within them to better serve all students. Join Lexia’s Kerri Larkin, Senior Education Advisor, as she discusses these important topics with leaders in the education space, including David Flink, Co-founder and Chief Empowerment Officer of Eye to Eye, Dr. Michael Maclin, Executive Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility for the Special School District of St. Louis County, and Barbara Pape, Senior Director, Learning Variability Project at Digital Promise. Listeners walk away understanding the value of an asset-based approach, how science supports inclusivity, and the best way to help all students find success. This edWeb podcast is of interest to PreK-12 teachers, special education specialists, librarians, school and district leaders, and education technology leaders. Lexia Learning Lexia is all for literacy because we know that literacy can and should be for all. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Women’s Education Project. The webinar recording can be accessed here. Women’s Education Project presents the Red Bangle Award annually to a woman who “by her life and accomplishment demonstrates the indomitable eloquence of the human spirit.” Inaugurated in 2014, the award recognizes women leaders globally who share WEP’s vision and inspire its students, young Indian women, to higher goals. This year’s recipients, Kalyani Subramanyam, CEO of Maitrayana Charity Foundation, and Meenu Vadera, Founder of Azad Foundation and Sakha Consulting Wings, each embody the spirit of the Red Bangle Award through their deep personal commitment and sustained professional work on issues of gender equality. Kalyani uses sport, life skills education, and leadership development to empower adolescent girls and young women to access their rights and achieve their potential. Meenu supports poor women to gain “livelihoods with dignity” by creating safe employment options for women professional drivers. Kalyani and Meenu join Zoë Timms, WEP’s Founder and Executive Director, in a discussion of their personal journeys building organizations working towards gender equality. Young women of each organization also join to share stories of their own. This edWeb podcast is of interest to high school teachers, librarians, school and district leaders, education technology leaders, adult learners, and anyone interested in learning about inspiring global projects promoting gender equality. Women’s Education Project Women’s Education Project (WEP) prepares women to become earners, leaders and changemakers. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Common Sense Education. The webinar recording can be accessed here. Digital well-being requires a whole-community approach! Listen to this edWeb podcast with Common Sense’s Jasmine Hood Miller and Tali Horowitz to explore nurturing genuine family/school partnerships. They review new resources teachers can share with families to help students build digital agency and reinforce their understanding of the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Learn strategies for identifying and reframing tech use to support positive media habits at home and at school, and leave with tools to build a sustained partnership that supports students in navigating the digital landscape with resilience and balance. This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 teachers and school and district leaders. Common Sense Education Dedicated to helping all kids thrive in a world of media and technology. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by New Meridian. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here. For many educators and administrators, summative assessment—the end-of-year test that measures student understanding of grade-level expectations—is a time-consuming process that provides data too late to meaningfully impact student learning. The good news—there is a better way and states like Montana are leading the charge with new assessment systems that solve these challenges. Join us for an informative edWeb podcast that explores the groundbreaking developments in assessments that have recently unfolded in Montana, including the recent approval of their Field-Testing Flexibility Waiver. You learn about Montana’s Alternative Student Testing Pilot which provides real-time insights into student performance throughout the year while also providing a summative measure of grade-level standards mastery. The combination of diagnostic data on student learning throughout the year and a final summative score promises to reduce overall testing time by eliminating the need for a final end-of-year test. This edWeb podcast unlocks your understanding of the options for prioritizing assessments that support classroom learning throughout the year, while also meeting end-of-year accountability measures. You gain insights into the benefits and implications of the future of summative assessment, including its impact on student engagement, teacher empowerment, and the overall quality of education. This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders. New Meridian Leading the way in new high-quality assessment solutions that focus on the skills that matter Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Insight Education Group. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here. Over the past five years, the Empowering Educators to Excel (E3) networked improvement community, comprised of four school districts (Colonial, Decatur, Marion, and Gainesville), has transformed their recruitment and retention strategies with remarkable success. In a parallel network established three years ago, IGNITE, four additional districts (Jackson, Syracuse, Greenville, and Palm Beach) have collaboratively worked towards enhancing their systems for educator recruitment and retention. The impact of these paradigm-shifting initiatives is evident in the increased number of educators from diverse backgrounds in each district. The establishment of sustainable partnerships and pipelines promises to shape the educator workforce of each of these districts. In this edWeb podcast, two district leaders and two educational experts deeply immersed in this work share their experiences in revitalizing recruitment and retention strategies through research, innovation, and collaborative efforts. This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 school leaders, district leaders, and district human resources professionals. Insight Education Group Insight has worked with thousands of educators to ensure every student has a great teacher. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by SmartPass. The webinar recording can be accessed here. As school leaders look for ways to improve student engagement, instructional quality, and foster an ever-improving culture of learning, they are turning their attention to the classroom and all the spaces that impact students. That’s why digital hall passes are becoming the unexpected linchpin for school culture and climate. Find out how schools are using new technology to improve student movement and create better student outcomes. Listeners: This edWeb podcast is of interest to middle and high school teachers, school and district leaders, and education technology leaders. SmartPass Making Student Movement Easier & Less Stressful Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Beable Education. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here. When kids come to know their “why”—their interests, values, strengths, and aspirations—education takes on new meaning and achievement takes flight. In this edWeb podcast, you hear from superintendent Dr. David Miyashiro and career development expert Ed Hidalgo about how Cajon Valley USD and other districts are providing career exploration based on kids’ interests—the most significant predictor of success—while at the same time building the literacy skills required by students’ jobs of choice. David and Ed are also joined by the founders of Beable, the platform Cajon Valley and districts nationwide are using to enable the literacy-to-career connection in school, after school, and at home. This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders. Beable Literacy acceleration, core content, career exposure, ACT/SAT prep in one multi-dimensional system. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by 3Strands Global Foundation. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here. Human trafficking, an abhorrent crime, has infiltrated all 50 states, even our schools, where students are at risk. The post-pandemic era witnessed a surge in the distribution of child sexual abuse material, exploitation, and human trafficking, necessitating our immediate attention. Schools, traditionally safe havens for children, are best suited to combat this issue through prevention education. In the past year, 13 states mandated training for school staff and awareness education for students on human trafficking. We invite you to learn from those who have successfully implemented prevention education in their districts. This edWeb podcast empowers you to recognize human trafficking, understand vital terminology, overcome potential barriers to identifying exploitation, and embrace trauma-informed responses. We also explore behavioral signs in students, red flags, and the significance of protocols, training, and implementation for success within our school communities. Leading this expert panel is Ashlie Bryant, CEO and Co-founder of 3Strands Global Foundation. She’s joined by Monica Dominguez, Coordinator of School Counseling at Socorro ISD, Charisma De Los Reyes, Program Manager at the San Diego County Office of Education, and Cynthia Cook, Education Manager at 3Strands. Join us in safeguarding our schools and protecting our children. This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 teachers, school counselors, and school and district leaders. 3Strands Global Foundation Help create a world free from human trafficking Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by FEV Tutor. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here. Determined to close achievement gaps for at-risk and underserved students, Ector County ISD has spent the past five years implementing and refining high-impact tutoring programs. In this edWeb podcast, Dr. Lilia Náñez, Associate Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction, and Lisa Wills, Executive Director of STEM, PE/Health, and Virtual Tutoring, share insights gleaned during their innovative journey, including: Listen to this session to discover actionable strategies that can transform your district’s approach to tutoring and boost student success. This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders. FEV Tutor Providing students with personalized, engaging instruction any time, any place Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Smekens Education Solutions. The edWebinar recording can be accessed here. Like all curricula battling for instructional time, writing often doesn’t emerge as a priority—until standardized test results reveal that there is a problem. When that happens, it’s all hands on deck. But the momentum often stalls with the question: Where should we start? The answer isn’t found in purchasing another boxed writing program or administering more writing assessments. Instead, research clearly reveals that student writing improves with effective writing instruction. But addressing what constitutes “effective” instruction is the next challenge. During this practical and engaging edWeb Podcast, author and educator Kristina Smekens describes the seven factors that must be addressed when embarking on any school or district writing initiative. She provides evidence as to why these components are necessary and how they impact student writing achievement. This edWeb Podcast is for any K-12 district or school administrator, instructional coach, or teacher leader who is seeking clarity on how to improve writing instruction and ultimately student achievement. Smekens Education Solutions Smekens Education helps K-12 schools improve achievement in reading and writing with practical PD. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Panorama Education. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here, Absenteeism is more than just not being present in school. That’s just the tip of the iceberg. Long-term effects include the major declines in math and reading scores we’ve been hearing about post-COVID. In fact, the White House released figures showing the link between absenteeism and test scores is “large enough to account for 16-27 percent of the overall test score declines in math, and 36-45 percent of the declines in reading.” So how do schools turn the tide and ensure students are in school, consistently, where they can learn? Join us to hear how Boston Public Schools and the Utah Board of Education are leveraging MTSS to understand and address attendance barriers. Plus, learn attendance-specific strategies from our Playbook partner, Attendance Works. You learn how to decrease absenteeism with these strategies: This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 teachers, school and district leaders, and education technology leaders. Panorama Education Helping schools and districts transform their approach to education, so that every student thrives. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is presented by CoSN and AASA and sponsored by ClassLink. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here. In today’s world there is no question that digital technologies have opened up new learning opportunities for students and their families. In order to assure that everyone served by a school district truly has access to anywhere, anytime learning, school leaders are challenged to “think outside the box” to ensure districtwide equity to devices and high-speed internet both inside and outside of school. During this edWeb podcast, three leading-edge superintendents share the approaches they lead in order to make digital equity a reality across their districts. Strategies for creating a common vision, engaging the broader community as partners in solving digital equity challenges, along with creative approaches for device and Wi-Fi deployments are reviewed. Approaches to teaching and learning, digital citizenship, and tech support is also highlighted as components for achieving digital equity. A number of FREE resources for school leaders to use when addressing digital equity are shared. One of the most recent tools offered for school leaders is the CoSN Digital Equity Dashboard. This free resource is an innovative and practical tool designed to help school districts and communities leverage data to close their digital equity gaps. An overview of the Digital Equity Dashboard is presented. This edWeb podcast is of particular value to superintendents, K-12 school and district leaders, and aspiring school leaders. ClassLink ClassLink’s mission is to remove barriers between students and impactful education content. AASA, The Superintendents Association AASA advocates for equity for all students and develops and supports school system leaders. CoSN Visionary leaders empowering every learner to achieve their unique potential in a changing world. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by TeachRock. The webinar recording can be accessed here. This edWeb podcast highlights free lessons on TeachRock.org that teachers can use to introduce students to the possibilities of a career in the music industry. The featured TeachRock lessons give insight into the role and experience of audio engineers, music producers, tour managers, and working musicians. The lessons are designed to engage all learners through a multisensory approach. Students will view high-interest clips from the Emmy- and Grammy-nominated Soundbreaking series, read curated articles, and explore the concepts they are learning, firsthand, using TeachRock’s TechTool. This session also features real-world experience and tips for getting started in the industry from seasoned music industry professional Joshua Zarbo. Joshua has played on numerous critically acclaimed recordings, performed on a variety of national and international media programs, and toured the world with Grammy- and Emmy-nominated artists. A career in music can seem out of reach for most students. However, this presentation gives teachers free and immediately implementable lessons and tools to help students explore the various, and attainable, opportunities in this exciting industry. This edWeb podcast was made possible by the generous support of the Les Paul Foundation. This edWeb podcast is of interest to middle and high school teachers, librarians, school and district leaders, and education technology leaders. TeachRock An arts integration curriculum that uses the history of pop music and culture to help engage student Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by XanEdu, a Scholarus Learning Company. The webinar recording can be accessed here. Our students’ performance on the whole on national reading tests has not improved over the past two decades (NAEP, 2023). More troubling, the gap in scores between socioeconomic groups has remained stubbornly wide. Recent reform efforts have focused on improving instruction in phonics and other foundational skills. That’s crucial, but the evidence indicates it’s not enough. We also need to change our approach to reading comprehension to take account of a key factor that has long been overlooked: knowledge. Some students are better able to acquire knowledge of the world outside of school beginning at birth, enabling them to read more complex text. Others rely on school for that kind of knowledge. If they don’t start acquiring it early, the gap between “good” and “poor” readers only grows wider as grades go up. Listen to this edWeb podcast to hear Natalie Wexler, education journalist and author of The Knowledge Gap: The Hidden Cause of America’s Broken Education System—and How to Fix It, share the research along with her insights and perspectives on how we can give all students access to the kind of knowledge that enables reading comprehension—and learning in general. This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 teachers, librarians, and school and district leaders and is part of the Leading by Design: 6 Initiatives You Can’t Afford to Get Wrong district leadership series where you learn from leaders who are pulling together the elements of successful schooling. XanEdu, a Scholarus Learning Company XanEdu offers customized content solutions and professional services for K-12 and higher education. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by BookNook. The webinar recording can be accessed here. In this edWeb podcast, we tackle the art of High-Impact Tutoring (HIT). Much like how Bob Ross takes viewers step by step to create a painting masterpiece, we guide you through crafting an impactful HIT program tailored to your district’s unique needs. Listeners learn about: The rationale for painting your own HIT masterpiece:Using district data:Establishing goals and metrics:Gaining administrative support:This edWeb podcast is of interest to elementary and middle school teachers and school and district leaders. BookNook Students and educators work together to complete multi-sensory guided reading lessons. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Common Sense Education. The webinar recording can be accessed here. Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the world we live in. From using generative AI for schoolwork to dealing with misinformation and befriending AI chatbots, students have a lot to consider when it comes to this ever-evolving technology. In this edWeb podcast, listeners learn to think critically about how we can be responsible and ethical users of AI. Join Common Sense Outreach and Ambassadors as they demonstrate a collection of quick lessons (20 minutes or less!) that provide an introduction to AI, orient AI to our students, and help address its social and ethical impacts. Listeners leave with practical resources for digital citizenship, lesson plans, and strategies to mitigate the potential harms of generative AI in school communities. Through these lessons, students: This edWeb podcast is of interest to middle and high school teachers, librarians, and school leaders. Common Sense Education Dedicated to helping all kids thrive in a world of media and technology. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Learning Without Tears. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here. In this edWeb podcast featuring the insights of education leaders from Los Angeles County Office of Education, you gain strategies to turn student data into swift action so plans for systematic academic growth adjust, not derail. There’s no wrong time to start developing a plan of action for key insights and information about your school year. Teachers know their students and their families, and every stakeholder has assessment data. But only the smartest leaders know how to see the trends and make moves that improve literacy systemwide. From replicating the practices of highly effective teachers to pivoting professional development plans to meet the emerging needs, you leave this session knowing what to change, what to focus on, and what questions to keep asking in your quest for year-end success. You learn how to: This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-5 school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders. Learning Without Tears Superior educational products, professional development, and materials for educators and families Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by SuperDville, Inc. The webinar recording can be accessed here. The intersectionality of race, socioeconomics, and learning disabilities presents unique challenges for today’s educators. In this edWeb podcast, we explore the essential connection between fostering social and emotional skills and embracing neurodiversity. With a specific focus on students with learning differences like dyslexia, ADD, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, we discuss why it’s pivotal to reimagine SEL approaches to cater to their individual strengths and challenges. Led by experts in the fields of education and psychology, this session uncovers the latest insights shedding light on the importance of adapting SEL strategies to support diverse learners effectively. From theory to practice, you gain actionable insights on creating an inclusive classroom environment that promotes emotional well-being, self-awareness, and positive relationships for all students. This edWeb podcast is of interest to elementary and middle school teachers, school and district leaders, school counselors, social workers, and psychologists, and those involved with special education, SEL, and DEI. SuperDville, Inc. A Social-Emotional Learning Curriculum designed to empower 7-13-year-olds with learning differences Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Amplify. The webinar recording can be accessed here. In this edWeb podcast, you hear from Bethany Lockhart Johnson, an elementary school educator and author, as well as the co-host of the Math Teacher Lounge podcast. In addition to her many roles in education, Bethany is a Student Achievement Partners California Core Advocate and is active in national and local mathematics organizations. Throughout this session Bethany explores the concept and value of fluency in the context of grade-level mathematics standards, and how these standards were developed to build student success. She contrasts fluency in reading (prosody, rate of reading, accuracy) with fluency in math, “the flow” it enables, and its impact on working memory. You learn the consequences of teaching fluency improperly—or not at all—and how it looks and sounds at different grades. This edWeb podcast is of interest to elementary school teachers as well as middle school teachers and building-level leaders. Amplify Math Get all students talking and thinking together about grade-level math. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by FEV Tutor. The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here. As the nation’s educators face deepening inequity across America’s education system, high-impact tutoring has emerged as a promising avenue for change. To boost achievement and close the gap for underserved students, more and more school districts are investing in this highly effective model of tutoring. During this edWeb podcast, leading researcher Dr. Erin Devers, Founder of JoinIn Ventures, and Daniel Hebert, Vice President of Product and Impact for FEV Tutor, explore: Insights discussed are grounded in an extensive analysis of data gathered from 98,000 students who participated in FEV Tutor’s programs across 283 school districts during AY 2022-23. Listen to this session to deepen your grasp of the data behind high-impact tutoring and ways to implement it most effectively. This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 district leaders. FEV Tutor Providing students with personalized, engaging instruction any time, any place Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.