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ENROLLMENT OPENS Apr. 11, 2021 – STREAM: Connecting Length, Area, & Volume (May 2-23, 2021)
This three-week module will expand your vision of what it takes to develop conceptual understanding of linear measurement, perimeter, area, and volume. You will determine linear measurements of shapes, cover surfaces with square units to find area, and fill spaces to measure volume. You will delve into the relationships and structures of area, perimeter, and volume. Specific goals and […]
Find out more »ENROLLMENT OPENS Apr. 11, 2021 – STREAM: Ratios & Proportions 6-7 (May 2-23, 2021)
This module explores how a solid understanding of fraction concepts lays the foundation for students to successfully interpret, apply, and manipulate ratios and proportions. Specific goals and activities include the following: Recognize how learning progressions based on fraction knowledge prepare students for conceptual work with ratios and proportions. Solve fraction, ratio, and proportion problems in […]
Find out more »ENROLLMENT OPENS Apr. 18, 2021 – Orientation to Special Education for Paraeducators (May 9 – June 5, 2021)
This module is designed to provide a basic introduction to special education and the needs of students who have disabilities. The content consists of introductory material regarding legal and historical foundations of special education, human growth and development, the nature of disabilities, and an introduction to the basic human needs that paraeducators must address. Created […]
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2021 Virtual High-Tiered Community of Practice Spring Conference
This is a 2 day conference for our 24/7 lockdown facilities and group homes. This year our keynote speaker is Mr. Robert Jackson and we also have a workshop session with Jessica Cabeen!! Our conference is filled with best practices and self help tips as well as amazing resources. How to Register: Visit the Neglected, […]
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Applied Behavior Analysis for Speech Language Pathologists: Functional Strategies (from PES)
This trainng is FREE from the OPI Montana Autism Education Project. Given the significant increase in the incidence of learners with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) over the past decade, most if not all school-based Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) will have students with ASD diagnoses on their caseload. Further, it has become increasingly common for behavior […]
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Introduction to Deaf-Blindness webinar series
The Montana Deaf-Blind Project is hosting a three-part webinar series on what is deaf-blindness and the unique learning needs of these students. This three-part series will introduce educators to deaf-blindness: what the term means, how it impacts learners, and how to provide services to students who experience a dual sensory impairment. Participants will have to […]
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MontCAS Monthly Webinars
Join the OPI Assessment Unit for a monthly webinar during the school year about all things assessment related. Topic range from program enhancements, system access and meaningful score reports. Visit the OPI Assessment Unit's webpage for more information and meeting link details.
Find out more »Why Love in Education webinar series
School Services of Montana (SSoM) is hosting a four-part virtual learning series that will explore the student-teacher relationship and the critical role that it plays in promoting student learning - from loving and caring for ourselves to loving and caring for others. This virtual learning series will be facilitated and led by Dr. Gerry Nolan. The […]
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Unpacking the Essential Understandings Regarding Montana Indians Live Webinars Series 2
The Office of Public Instruction Indian Education for All Unit would like to invite educators and administrators to join us Spring 2021 for a FREE 6 session live webinar series facilitated by Indian Education for All instructional coaches. The webinars will explore the Essential Understandings Regarding Montana Indians. Participants are encouraged to attend all six […]
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The Innovation Playlist
Join us for a viewing of The Innovation Playlist, describing how to transform education. The compelling documentary guides schools and communities through the steps of transforming education, inspired by Ted Dintersmith's global work. Film director and producer, Josh Reppun, will personally be joining us from Hawaii. A question and answer session will follow the viewing. […]
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