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Workshop Series #2: Student Engagement & Discourse


  1. Talk That Talk: Energize Every Voice with Student Discourse

    Session Description:

    Imagine a classroom buzzing with curiosity, where every conversation becomes a gateway to deeper understanding. In this session, we’ll explore creative strategies to transform everyday chatter into thoughtful, engaging dialogue that illuminates complex ideas. You'll learn how to nurture conversations and facilitate academic conversations that not only foster deeper comprehension, but also spark curiosity and excitement in every learner.

  2. Mic Drop Microteaching: Say It, Play It, Relay It!

    Session Description:

    Want to make every lesson stick? Microteaching is brought to life with the Say It, Play It, Relay It strategy and is a game-changer for keeping students engaged, actively processing information, and demonstrating understanding in real time. In this fast-paced, interactive session, we’ll break down how to deliver bite-sized instruction (Say), give students time to actively engage with the content (Play), and check for understanding in meaningful ways that stick (Relay). Learn how to avoid cognitive overload, boost retention, and ensure that every student is actively learning—not just passively listening.

  3. Leap of Learning: Embracing Risks in the Classroom

    Session Description:

    Join me for an interactive workshop designed to inspire students to step outside their comfort zones and embrace the power of risk-taking and vulnerability in their learning journey. "Leap of Learning" will guide participants through an engaging discussion that highlights the benefits of a “failing forward” classroom culture. Discover strategies to help students overcome fear, foster creativity, and enhance problem-solving skills—all while creating a supportive classroom environment. Whether it's tackling challenging projects or asking questions freely, this talk empowers students to view risks as opportunities for growth and innovation. Take the leap with me and redefine your approach and purpose to teaching and learning!

  4. Oops to Ah-ha!: Transforming Misconceptions into Meaningful Moments

    Session Description:

    Who said mistakes are just missteps? In this lively session, we'll turn those oopsies into golden teachable moments. Learn to capture those real-time teachable opportunities and transform every slip-up into a stepping stone for bold risk-taking. Let’s celebrate the art of learning from failure—and have a little fun along the way!

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Workshop Series #1: Critical Thinking & Complex Reasoning

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April 3

Workshop Series #3: Vocabulary Instruction & Assessment