The Math Council provides excellent networking opportunities and provides a forum for area educators to stay current. Practitioners will share best practices and EASTCONN staff will provide current information on curriculum, assessment and effective instruction and Common Core State Standards(CCSS)implementation. The council serves math teachers, math educators, and administrators by providing math resources and professional development opportunities.

Agenda
CCSS tools and updates
Standards for Math Practices
Math Learning Progressions
SMARTER balanced update

The EASTCONN Administrator Book Club is a forum for administrators to partake in a professional learning experience that develops understanding of research through reflective face to face and online discussions of books with fellow administrators.

Meeting:
The Administrator Book Club meets the last Thursday of every month from 3:30-4:30.

Locations:
December 20, 2012: EASTCONN, Hampton
January 31, 2013: Online
February 28, 2013: EASTCONN, Hampton
March 28, 2013: Online
April 25, 2013: EASTCONN, Hampton
May 30, 2013: Online
June 27, 2013: EASTCONN Hampton

*Snacks will be provided when sessions are in Hampton.

*Participants are responsible for purchasing the book-of-the-month in a format (paper, electronic, auditory) that meets his/her specific learning needs.

*Participants will receive a certificate documenting 7 hours of Reflective Leadership professional learning. This will count towards the mandated 15 hours of required administrator professional learning.

*Participants will have access to all book study resources from each session (including discussion minutes, mixed media, and written resources) to use with school administrators and/or the learning community.

This three-day workshop combines the Unwrapping Performance Expectations of the Common Core of Leading, School Data Team and SMART Goal Training, and Analysis of Survey Data workshops into a combined seminar.

Unwrapping Performance Expectations of the Common Core of Leading: Participants will enhance their knowledge and understanding of the Common Core of Leadership standards and performance expectations. They will be guided through an “unwrapping” conversation of the indicators in order to determine their Administrator Evaluation practice goals.

School Data Team and SMART Goal Training: This training focuses on applying a process, in support of Educator Evaluation, that helps administrators to identify causal factors that impact student achievement. School Data You will learn an explicit process for engaging in data-driven decision making that demonstrates how to use data to develop, implement, monitor, and adjust school and instructional improvement plans that result in school-wide improvement of teaching and learning.

Analysis of Survey Data: This training engages participants in the analysis of survey data using a Case Study approach. In the first half of the training, participants will be guided through a Data Driven Dialogue that results in an action plan that addresses the survey findings. In the second half of the training, participants will engage in independent practice, analyzing their own survey data through application of the Data Driven Dialogue process with facilitator on-site should assistance be needed.

The CCSS Learning Trajectories and the Learning Progressions provide a framework to help teachers and staff know what kids need to know and be able to do in order to learn, as well as how what they are learning will help them learn the next thing. Grade span learning targets are designed to describe progressively more complex demonstrations of learning across the grade spans.

The CCSS Learning Trajectories and the Learning Progressions provide a framework to help teachers and staff know what kids need to know and be able to do in order to learn, as well as how what they are learning will help them learn the next thing. Grade span learning targets are designed to describe progressively more complex demonstrations of learning across the grade spans.

How Is The Common Core Related to Teacher Effectiveness? As we define and refine the definition of what it means to educate students in Connecticut based on the Common Core, we are also revisiting the CCT and what it means to be an effective teacher and how to measure it. It is essential to integrate Common Core into the CCT teaching frameworks, as this will allow leaders to focus on the implementation and effectiveness of instruction and remain unbiased in the evaluation of the instructor. As leaders in education we can no longer allow a dynamic where teachers are asked to choose between what they have to do for evaluations right now, and what they should do for long-term success.

Guiding Questions for Educational Leaders:
Below are a few guiding questions to help school systems assess the level of integration of their teacher evaluation work and CCSS and how to strengthen it.
1. What are the biggest shifts in instruction required by the Common Core?
2. How do current practices need to change to prepare all students for active citizenship and success in college and career pursuits?
3. What is the relationship between performing well against current CCT teaching frameworks and teaching that is aligned to Common Core expectations?
4. Is it possible to meet framework expectations without delivering instruction that builds skills required under the Common Core?

While they are grade-specific, the standards do not define the methods or materials necessary to support students. Professional development has been designed to answer some of the specifics, to help educators unpack the CCSS in mathematics across specific topics by grade or level of difficulty, to see what is expected of them over the course of the year, and help support connections between concepts and skills. Tiered intervention (SRBI) and Differentiation techniques will be addressed to meet the needs of all the student in the classroom.

While they are grade-specific, the standards do not define the methods or materials necessary to support students. Professional development has been designed to answer some of the specifics, to help educators unpack the CCSS in mathematics across specific topics by grade or level of difficulty, to see what is expected of them over the course of the year, and help support connections between concepts and skills. Tiered intervention (SRBI) and Differentiation techniques will be addressed to meet the needs of all the student in the classroom.

While they are grade-specific, the standards do not define the methods or materials necessary to support students. Professional development has been designed to answer some of the specifics, to help educators unpack the CCSS in mathematics across specific topics by grade or level of difficulty, to see what is expected of them over the course of the year, and help support connections between concepts and skills. Tiered intervention (SRBI) and Differentiation techniques will be addressed to meet the needs of all the student in the classroom.

"Professional learning that increases educator effectiveness and results for all students requires skillful leaders who develop capacity, advocate, and create support systems for professional learning." (Standards for Professional Learning; Learning Forward) This workshop will be a facilitated work group to aide administrators in looking at the data they are currently collecting, will be collecting and/or receiving and determining the use of that data in defining improved instruction for students. The focus will be on using SBAC data, CMT data and common core aligned assessments (homegrown or purchased).

This is a 3 tiered approach to building assessment capacity that aligns with classroom instruction as defined by the CCSS and CCT.

This three-day workshop combines the Unwrapping Performance Expectations of the Common Core of Leading, School Data Team and SMART Goal Training, and Analysis of Survey Data workshops into a combined seminar.

Unwrapping Performance Expectations of the Common Core of Leading: Participants will enhance their knowledge and understanding of the Common Core of Leadership standards and performance expectations. They will be guided through an “unwrapping” conversation of the indicators in order to determine their Administrator Evaluation practice goals.

School Data Team and SMART Goal Training: This training focuses on applying a process, in support of Educator Evaluation, that helps administrators to identify causal factors that impact student achievement. School Data You will learn an explicit process for engaging in data-driven decision making that demonstrates how to use data to develop, implement, monitor, and adjust school and instructional improvement plans that result in school-wide improvement of teaching and learning.

Analysis of Survey Data: This training engages participants in the analysis of survey data using a Case Study approach. In the first half of the training, participants will be guided through a Data Driven Dialogue that results in an action plan that addresses the survey findings. In the second half of the training, participants will engage in independent practice, analyzing their own survey data through application of the Data Driven Dialogue process with facilitator on-site should assistance be needed.

How Is The Common Core Related to Teacher Effectiveness? As we define and refine the definition of what it means to educate students in Connecticut based on the Common Core, we are also revisiting the CCT and what it means to be an effective teacher and how to measure it. It is essential to integrate Common Core into the CCT teaching frameworks, as this will allow leaders to focus on the implementation and effectiveness of instruction and remain unbiased in the evaluation of the instructor. As leaders in education we can no longer allow a dynamic where teachers are asked to choose between what they have to do for evaluations right now, and what they should do for long-term success.

Guiding Questions for Educational Leaders:
Below are a few guiding questions to help school systems assess the level of integration of their teacher evaluation work and CCSS and how to strengthen it.
1. What are the biggest shifts in instruction required by the Common Core?
2. How do current practices need to change to prepare all students for active citizenship and success in college and career pursuits?
3. What is the relationship between performing well against current CCT teaching frameworks and teaching that is aligned to Common Core expectations?
4. Is it possible to meet framework expectations without delivering instruction that builds skills required under the Common Core?

"Professional learning that increases educator effectiveness and results for all students requires skillful leaders who develop capacity, advocate, and create support systems for professional learning." (Standards for Professional Learning; Learning Forward) This workshop will be a facilitated work group to aide administrators in looking at the data they are currently collecting, will be collecting and/or receiving and determining the use of that data in defining improved instruction for students. The focus will be on using SBAC data, CMT data and common core aligned assessments (homegrown or purchased).

This is a 3 tiered approach to building assessment capacity that aligns with classroom instruction as defined by the CCSS and CCT.

Do you label yourself “Technology-Challenged”? Take the day to ask questions and discuss problems in a safe environment about the technology you use or want to use. Windows or Mac, the focus of the day will be on understanding terms, generalizing use among applications, and discussing the latest education trends and what they mean to our schools. You’ll get some answers and develop of resource network to continue your learning. Next year, you will surprise you colleagues with your technology expertise!

No prior experience is necessary. If you have a laptop you use at work, you are encouraged to bring it and use our wireless network.

Engage your students online by using instructional videos to "flip the class." Instead of lecturing to your whole class and assigning homework for the evening, you provide an instructional video for the students to watch to prepare for the task given during the classtime. You can then provide immediate feedback to your students while they work during class and better differentiate instruction. During this two day workshop, you will learn how to create an instructional video using iMovie or MovieMaker for use with your curriculum.

The videos you create can be resources for students to use as they build their understanding of the new material. The Common Core State Standards require students to view and listen, as well as read and write. During the workshop days, you can create materials that will be part of your teaching unit in the fall.

Be sure to bring your curriculum topic and the materials you need. If you have a camcorder or other recording device (smart phone or tablet) that you wish to practice with, bring it. If you have a laptop you use at work, you are encouraged to bring it and use our wireless network.

Explore the educational applications of Social Media on the Internet in a collaborative setting. Have your questions answered by using these tools in a collegial environment. Take a look at virtual classrooms using Edmodo and Schoology and practice using them. Learn how and why you would want to Tweet on Twitter for professional purposes. Understand how FaceBook can be used appropriately. Use LinkedIn to connect with others and build a professional network. These social media tools focus on sharing and collaboration which connect with the skills the students need for success on the Common Core State Standards.

No prior experience is necessary. If you have a laptop you use at work, you are encouraged to bring it and use our wireless network.

Movies are a powerful media for students to share their knowledge and creativity to an authentic audience in the school community or shared on the Internet. Student movie projects are valuable for a variety of educational settings. Creating movies requires many skills such as script writing, staging, video-taping, acting and movie production. Students need to be organized and collaborate as a production team to create a good movie. Producing an educational video can address the Common Core State Standards in different subject areas.

Be sure to bring your curriculum topic and the materials you need. If you have a camcorder or other recording device (smart phone or tablet) that you wish to practice with, bring it. If you have a laptop you use at work, you are encouraged to bring it and use our wireless network.

Get smarter with your SMART Board! You have some amazing tools at your fingertips, so take the day to learn some new techniques. With SMART Notebook (version 11), you will apply new skills to make your lessons more interactive through images, sound and animation. You will learn more about using the Floating and other SMART tools. Finally, you’ll learn how SMART interacts with video both viewing and creating.

Basic knowledge of the SMART Board is necessary. If you have a laptop you use at work, you are encouraged to bring it and use our wireless network.

Google Earth is a free, downloadable application that works as a browser for all sorts of information on Earth. It uses satellite imagery to grab, spin, pan, tilt and zoom down to any place on Earth. Using Google Earth, you can look at different information such as roads, political borders, street view or earthquake information.

You integrate Google Earth into your curriculum in many ways. With your students, you can explore different regions with natural and political maps, annotate locations and share with others, and create and share virtual tours. You can develop and find content area lessons that use Google Earth.

No prior experience with Google Earth is necessary. If you have a laptop you use at work, you are encouraged to bring it and use our wireless network.

If you are a new iPad user, this workshop is designed for you. The focus will be to understand the settings and native applications, and how to use them with your students. The purpose will be to truly explore the depth of the applications and exactly how much you can do with them. This includes the native apps Mail, Calendar, Contacts, Camera, Photo Booth, FaceTime, and others.

No prior experience is necessary. You need to bring your iPad and use our wireless network.

This workshop is designed to focus on apps that will be used for professional productivity. These apps can be used for taking notes, finding the appropriate Common Core State Standards, managing your classroom and more. The purpose will be to take the time to truly explore the depth of the applications.

Basic experience with the iPad is necessary. You need to bring your iPad and use our wireless network.

This workshop is designed to focus on apps that will be used with students. These apps can be used for research, creating projects using music and/or video, exploring math concepts, interactive reading of fiction and nonfiction, and more. The purpose will be to take the time to truly explore the variety of educational apps designed for student use and how they apply to the Common Core State Standards.

Basic experience with the iPad is necessary. You need to bring your iPad and use our wireless network.

The Math Council provides excellent networking opportunities and provides a forum for area educators to stay current. Practitioners will share best practices and EASTCONN staff will provide current information on curriculum, assessment and effective instruction and Common Core State Standards(CCSS)implementation. The council serves math teachers, math educators, and administrators by providing math resources and professional development opportunities.

Agenda
CCSS tools and updates
Standards for Math Practices
Math Learning Progressions
SMARTER balanced update

The Math Council provides excellent networking opportunities and provides a forum for area educators to stay current. Practitioners will share best practices and EASTCONN staff will provide current information on curriculum, assessment and effective instruction and Common Core State Standards(CCSS)implementation. The council serves math teachers, math educators, and administrators by providing math resources and professional development opportunities.

Agenda
CCSS tools and updates
Standards for Math Practices
Math Learning Progressions
SMARTER balanced update

This is an online workshop presented in moodle format. Workshop modules can be completed between January 6, 2014 and February 10, 2014. Instructions will be emailed to all registrants prior to course opening.

Educators will be given an opportunity to learn about the expectations of higher education and career opportunities to help support the skills and knowledge necessary for students to compete in the growing and emerging careers in the STEM field.

Do you label yourself “Technology-Challenged”? Take the day to ask questions and discuss problems in a safe environment about the technology you use or want to use. Windows or Mac, the focus of the day will be on understanding terms, generalizing use among applications, and discussing the latest education trends and what they mean to our schools. You’ll get some answers and develop of resource network to continue your learning. Next year, you will surprise you colleagues with your technology expertise!

No prior experience is necessary. If you have a laptop you use at work, you are encouraged to bring it and use our wireless network.

Engage your students online by using instructional videos to "flip the class." Instead of lecturing to your whole class and assigning homework for the evening, you provide an instructional video for the students to watch to prepare for the task given during the classtime. You can then provide immediate feedback to your students while they work during class and better differentiate instruction. During this two day workshop, you will learn how to create an instructional video using iMovie or MovieMaker for use with your curriculum.

The videos you create can be resources for students to use as they build their understanding of the new material. The Common Core State Standards require students to view and listen, as well as read and write. During the workshop days, you can create materials that will be part of your teaching unit in the fall.

Be sure to bring your curriculum topic and the materials you need. If you have a camcorder or other recording device (smart phone or tablet) that you wish to practice with, bring it. If you have a laptop you use at work, you are encouraged to bring it and use our wireless network.

Explore the educational applications of Social Media on the Internet in a collaborative setting. Have your questions answered by using these tools in a collegial environment. Take a look at virtual classrooms using Edmodo and Schoology and practice using them. Learn how and why you would want to Tweet on Twitter for professional purposes. Understand how FaceBook can be used appropriately. Use LinkedIn to connect with others and build a professional network. These social media tools focus on sharing and collaboration which connect with the skills the students need for success on the Common Core State Standards.

No prior experience is necessary. If you have a laptop you use at work, you are encouraged to bring it and use our wireless network.