Friday, October 14, 2022

Figuring Out Fluency Course, Coming Oct. 27

Educator at white board working on math
In this course, we will engage in conversation and learning around fluency to help develop a deeper understanding of what procedural fluency is and is not. We will identify which utilities, reasoning strategies and automaticities to attend to while teaching. Participants will explore a robust collection of routines, games and other activities that support a fluency agenda. We will also delve into techniques for assessing all components of fluency.

Dates/Times
  • Oct. 27 4-6:30 p.m.
  • Nov. 16 4-6 p.m.
  • Dec. 15 4-6 p.m.
  • Jan. 19 4-6 p.m.
  • Feb. 16 4-6 p.m.
  • March 23 4-6 p.m.
  • April 13 4-6:30 p.m.
Location - Virtual
This course will be offered via Zoom

REGISTER HERE!
Figuring Out Fluency Course #204269 HL

This course is offered at no cost to participants. 1 licensure renewal credit is available.
For more information, contact Molly Sweeney.

Introduction to Learning Acceleration Virtual Learning Series, Coming Oct. 24

Register Today!
How can so many students be graduating from high school unprepared to meet their goals for college and careers?

Students have big, clear plans.

Most students do what they’re asked in school—but are still not ready to succeed after school!

Students spend most of their time in school without access to 4 key resources: 
  • grade-appropriate assignments
  • strong instruction
  • deep engagement
  • teachers who hold high expectations
Students of color, those from low-income families, English language learners, and students with mild to moderate disabilities have even less access to these resources than their peers.

When students who started the year behind grade level had access to stronger instruction, they closed gaps with their peers by six months. 

Come learn more about how to support providing these four key resources!

Introduction to Learning Acceleration will lead development sessions for district and school instructional leaders as well as AEA consultants to ensure they have the knowledge, skills and mindsets they need to provide students access to grade-appropriate assignments and strong instruction.
  • The Opportunity Myth
  • Introduction to learning acceleration and systems reflection on readiness
  • Ensuring access to strong grade level instruction to accelerate to grade level
  • Observational tools and feedback for accelerated instruction
TNTP Learning Series: Introduction to Learning Acceleration
Cost: 1 hour recertification credit = $235.00 (Instructor fees + license renewal)
Participation only - $200.00 (Instructor fees)
  • Led by TNTP (The New Teacher Project) via zoom
  • Intended Audience: Administrators, AEA Staff, Instructional Coaches, Curriculum Instructors, District & School Leaders
  • Virtually Oct. 24, Nov. 2 & 11 and Dec. 1, 2022 (8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.) 
If participants need to miss a session, they will be sent a recording.

Registration: #204431 HL Introduction to Learning Acceleration

Course credit is awarded once all requirements are met and the end of the course date (Dec. 15, 2022)

More information here: Virtual learning series flyer

COMING 2023!
TNTP Learning Series: Application and Coaching


Have You Heard? ITEC Conference Registration is Now Open!

ITEC fall conference 2022

The Fall 2022 Iowa Technology Education Conference (ITEC) Conference is less than a month away! Don't miss out on this amazing face-to-face learning opportunity.

Date: Nov. 7-8
Location: Iowa Events Center
Credit Options: 1 LR Credit Available (info here)
Schedule: Conference Session Schedule

Cost: $250 (2 days) or $125 (1 day) includes lunch! If you're bringing 10 or more attendees from your organization, you get a 10% discount. Reach out to executivedirector@itec-ia.org for more information!

Register Today!

Our Heartland AEA Team is looking forward to seeing you there and presenting these sessions:
  • Do More Than Present with Google Slides
  • Comprehension Amplified: Strategies to Harness the Power of Podcasts
  • Using Technology & Science-Backed Strategies to Make Happiness a Priority
  • Methods and Tools for Evaluation, Feedback & Growth
  • Google Tools for Feedback and Assessment
  • Virtual Reality in the Classroom
  • Redefining Geek: The Hidden Habits of Tech-Savvy Teens
  • {Literacy} + {Computational Thinking} + {Computer Science}" = {Integrated “Programming”}
  • Know Better....Do Better....be Tech-Intentional
  • Chromebooks Can Do What?