Putting the "Social" Back in Social Studies: Making Sense of the Past Together April 15, 2025 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. ET Social studies is too often taught as the study of names and dates. How can teachers reimagine social studies education and make their classrooms a place where learners make sense of the past in…
Learning to Read: Comprehension and Strategies to Support Structured Literacy May 20, 2025 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. EDT Learning to read is essential but it's often our student's greatest challenge. How can teachers provide explicit instruction to teach children to read? Join us for the fifth conversation in this five-part series to discuss the five…
Leveled Up Literacy: The Secrets to Increasing Reading Scores with Social Studies and Science Instruction September 9, 2025 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. ET Unlock the power of content-rich instruction to accelerate literacy growth. Join us for a conversation to reveal the key strategies for integrating reading comprehension skills into social studies and science lessons, making…
Prioritizing Teacher Well-Being: Why It Matters October 14, 2025 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. ET Teacher well-being is essential for student success. Join us for a conversation to explore practical strategies to manage stress, cultivate resilience, and foster a supportive school culture that prioritizes educator wellness.
Building AI Literacy: The Knowledge, Skills, and Dispositions to Integrate AI Into Your Practice November 11, 2025 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. ET Artificial intelligence is reshaping education—are you ready? Join us for a conversation to learn how to develop AI literacy, integrate AI tools meaningfully into instruction, and prepare students with the critical thinking skills…
Differentiation for All: An Instructional Framework to Support All Students December 9, 2025 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. ET Meet the diverse needs of your students with a structured approach to differentiation. Join us for a conversation to explore actionable strategies for modifying content, process, and products to ensure every learner receives meaningful and accessible instruction.…
Small Talk: Why Early Learning is a Crucial Platform for Learning January 13, 2026 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. ET Early language development lays the foundation for lifelong learning. Join us for a conversation to explore research-based strategies that maximize rich conversations, vocabulary growth, and cognitive development in the critical early years.
Collaborative Learning: Learning Better Together February 10, 2026 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. ET Discover how structured collaboration enhances student engagement, critical thinking, and social-emotional growth. Join us for a conversation to explore practical strategies for fostering cooperative learning environments that empower all students to succeed.
English Language Development: Strategies to Support English Language Learners March 10, 2026 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. ET Support English learners with research-based strategies that build language proficiency while maintaining rigorous academic instruction. Join us for a conversation to learn how to scaffold content, foster engagement, and create an inclusive learning environment.
Mirrors and Windows: The Power of Perspective in the Text We Teach April 14, 2026 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. ET Explore how diverse texts serve as both mirrors reflecting students' identities and windows into different perspectives. Join us for a conversation to learn strategies for selecting and teaching texts that foster inclusivity, critical thinking, and…
The Power of Protocols: Strategies to Support Equitable Participation and Culturally Responsive Instruction May 12, 2026 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. ET Ensure all voices are heard with structured classroom protocols that promote engagement, equity, and culturally responsive teaching. Join us for a conversation to learn how to implement discussion routines that support deeper learning and…
