This full-day workshop promotes the opportunity to increase the number of lenses through which students can examine texts. The AP Literature and Composition® exam has been rooted in one literary analytical practice since its inception in the mid-last century: New Criticism or Formalism (as it's now known). The redesign did not change this focus. Here […]
In recent years, the increase of English Language Learners (ELLs) in our schools has required educators to look at their current teaching practices through a different lens. While teachers have faced the challenge of effectively teaching the ELL students in their classroom, it has also provided an opportunity for educators to grow and learn. This […]
Audience: Regents Earth Science teachers and science leaders Session 1 will provide participants the opportunity to explore and complete all facets of the regents ESS investigation Unearthing Mars - A Historical Perspective.” Participants will discover that this investigation is both an assessment and an opportunity for students to learn how in the early 1600's Johannes […]
Exploring the Culturally Responsive Sustaining Education Framework provides teachers with an opportunity to look at teaching through a cultural lens of learning and human development where diversity is acknowledged and celebrated. Diversity in the classroom is an asset for teaching and learning. Learning Outcomes: -Introduction to Culturally Responsive-Sustaining (CR-S) Education -Overview of the New York […]
Every AI interaction is a conversation - learn the language that gets results. This workshop will reveal the principles and techniques that transform your AI interactions from basic exchanges to powerful collaborations. In this hands-on workshop, you'll: 1. Understand how AI large language models think and respond 2. Apply field-tested prompting frameworks for classroom and […]
Help students craft thoughtful, evidence-based responses to texts. This session focuses on independent writing about reading, from note-taking and research to responding to prompts. Discover new strategies to enhance accuracy, use of evidence, and elaboration for improved student writing. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval […]
*A thinking student is an engaged student* Upgrade and Revamp Your Math Instruction for High-Yield Results, Based on high-profile book by Peter Liljedahl Sparked by observing teachers struggle to implement rich mathematics tasks to engage students in deep thinking, Peter Liljedahl has translated his 15 years of research into this practical guide on how to […]
Dive into the power of AI to supercharge your teaching! In this hands-on workshop, educators will explore essential AI tools like Google LM for podcasting, Brisk for seamless presentations, resources Diffit for dynamic content creations, Slidesgo for presentation magic, and more. Discover how these tools can streamline tasks, enhance classroom creativity, and personalize student learning. […]
Help students make history meaningful through writing. This session explores integrating evidence-based writing into social studies, guiding students to make research notes into strong informational texts and essays. Teach students to explain, analyze, and connect historical events with confidence. Eligible for 3 hours CTLE credit. Can use 1 Consortium seat. If district pays, district approval […]
Participants will explore the 8 Principles of the Blueprint for English Language Learners Success developed by New York State and how that affects the instruction of English Language Learners. In addition, we will examine several techniques to scaffold/modify lessons for ELLs to improve their comprehension skills and improve their linguistic abilities. Eligible for 3 hours […]