Calendar of Upcoming Professional Development Sessions

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July 2009 Events
July 14–15	Professional Development Opportunity: Active Learning With Technology ll SEDL Headquarters Austin, TX Presenter: Danny Martinez In the original Active Learning With Technology, participants learned how to introduce technology into the school curriculum. In this updated version, we move to the next step in the use of technology in the classroom: immersion. Using proven methods and the latest trends in technology, participants will discover, explore, and immerse themselves in the creation and use of technology tools. Using the power of Web 2.0 applications, social networking, multimedia tools, and their own creativity, participants will begin to chart the path of the next phase of the technology revolution. Who Should Attend: Teachers, administrators and technology specialists who are comfortable with technology. Basic computer skills like Web navigation and file creation are required. Educators who are looking for ways to make technology pervasive in their classrooms understand more about how technology affects student learning, and support students as they master the curriculum will benefit from this course. Registration deadline: May 29, 2009 Registration fee: $450 per person Contact: Laura Shankland Phone: 512-391-6556 E-mail: services@sedl.org Web site: http://www.sedl.org/cpl/sessions/11.html
July 20–22	Professional Development Opportunity: Beyond "Good Teaching": Recognizing Deep Mathematical Learning SEDL Headquarters Austin, TX Presenter: Concepcion Molina American students perform well at the elementary school level in mathematics. However, an alarming decline in mathematics mastery often occurs at the middle school level. Some of this decline may be related to the premise that teachers tend to teach not only how they were taught but what they were taught. Although many principals recognize generally effective instructional practices, a deep understanding of key fundamental mathematics topics is essential to effectively support high-quality mathematics instruction in the classroom. This professional learning opportunity will focus on instructional leadership for mathematics by middle school administrators. Materials will include tools and resources for use with teachers on your campus when you return home. Who Should Attend: Middle school administrators Registration deadline: June 8, 2009 Registration fee: $500 per person Contact: Laura Shankland Phone: 512-391-6556 E-mail: services@sedl.org Web site: http://www.sedl.org/cpl/sessions/10.html

August 2009 Events
August 4–6	Professional Development Opportunity: Developing Deeper Thinking and Understanding Through Effective Questioning SEDL Headquarters Austin, TX Presenters: Dr. Ramona Chauvin Theodore, Kathleen One of the crucial factors of deeper thinking and understanding is questioning. But what kinds of questions should teachers be asking to help students develop deeper thinking and understanding? And, are teachers helping students generate questions for themselves? This interactive seminar focuses on the following essential question: How can teachers improve their questioning skills to create a thinking and learning environment in all classrooms for all students? During this seminar, participants will learn the types of questions and questioning strategies teachers should use along with how to scaffold student responses to promote deeper thinking and understanding across all content areas and all grade levels. Through modeling and guided and independent practice, participants will have opportunities to learn effective questioning strategies and talk with others regarding the impact of various questioning behaviors on student learning. Who Should Attend: Teachers, staff developers, coaches, and administrators Registration deadline: June 23, 2009 Registration fee: $875 per person Contact: Laura Shankland Phone: 512-391-6556 E-mail: services@sedl.org Web site: http://www.sedl.org/cpl/sessions/14.html
August 11–13	Professional Development Opportunity: The Professional Teaching and Learning Cycle SEDL Headquarters Austin, TX Presenter: Stacey Joyner The Professional Teaching and Learning Cycle (PTLC) is an ongoing, job-embedded professional development approach in which teachers collaborate to plan and implement standards-based lessons. This session will introduce participants to the six-step cycle, the leadership roles that support the approach, and the contextual conditions necessary to implement the approach effectively. Also included will be a discussion of an innovation configuration designed to promote and measure the implementation of each component of the PTLC. Who Should Attend: District curriculum developers, principals, vice principals, teacher leaders, technical assistance providers. Who should attend: District curriculum developers, principals, vice principals, teacher leaders, technical assistance providers. Registration deadline: July 3, 2009 Registration fee: $750 per person Contact: Laura Shankland Phone: 512-391-6556 E-mail: services@sedl.org Web site: http://www.sedl.org/cpl/sessions/7.html

October 2009 Events
October 19–21	Professional Development Opportunity: Program Evaluation 101 SEDL Headquarters Austin, TX Presenters: Cheryl Harris Erin McCann One of the primary reasons for evaluating a school or district improvement program is to learn the extent that a program is successful in producing intended program outcomes, most often student achievement gains. However, there are a number of other reasons for designing and carrying out an evaluation plan for a given district or school improvement program. These include clarifying the program’s theory of change, confirming that program activities are being implemented, and identifying a program’s areas of strength and weakness. These elements are essential to promoting the success of a program by focusing on the expected short- and long-term outcomes for program activities and the progress being made toward attaining them. Program Evaluation 101 participants will explore these issues by engaging in activities derived from typical district and school program planning and evaluation contexts. Who Should Attend: Administrators; state and district generators of data; and users of data Registration deadline: September 7, 2009 Registration fee: $550 per person Contact: Laura Shankland Phone: 512-391-6556 E-mail: services@sedl.org Web site: http://www.sedl.org/cpl/sessions/8.html