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July 2019
ENROLLMENT OPENS JULY 7, 2019 – STREAM: Developing Fraction Sense (3-5) (July 28- August 17, 2019)
This module examines learning progressions related to fractions with a focus on foundational ideas that promote fraction sense and understanding. Specific goals and activities include the following: Examine ways to develop "fraction sense." Discover how learning progressions for K-2 geometry support the development of fraction knowledge in grades 3-5. Explore fraction equivalence and comparing and ordering fractions using a variety of models and manipulatives. 15 renewal units Enrollment opens July 7, 2019. Visit the STREAM: Developing Fraction Sense (3-5) on…
Find out more »ENROLLMENT OPENS JULY 7, 2019 – STREAM: Ratios & Proportions (6-7) (July 28 – August 17, 2019)
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 multiple ways. Develop an awareness of student misconceptions related to fraction, ratio, and proportion and examine teacher strategies to resolve these misconceptions. 15 renewal units…
Find out more »Computer Science in the Classroom: Joy and Beauty of Data (Jul. 21-26, 2019)
The 2-credit course is intended for 7-12th grade teachers who want to learn how to incorporate computational ideas in the classroom. Teachers who take the course will be introduced to the broad area of data science and will extend their knowledge of the Python programming language. High school teachers who complete the course may be eligible to teach CSCI 127, The Joy and Beauty of Data, as a dual enrollment course. The course builds upon the pre-requisite course, “Joy and…
Find out more »ENROLLMENT OPENS JULY 7, 2019 – STREAM: Measurement (K-3) (July 28 – August 17, 2019)
This module focuses on the tools and processes of measurement, K-2 learning progressions related to measurement, and foundational ideas that promote a deeper understanding of measurement concepts. Specific goals and activities include the following: Developing enduring understandings of measurement attributes, processes, and tools. Explore relationships among units, attributes, and measures within a system of measurement. Engage in authentic problem solving using tools that can be applied in the classroom. 15 renewal units Enrollment opens July 7, 2019. Visit the STREAM:…
Find out more »Behavior Management for the Classroom
In this session we will examine individual and classroom behavior management concepts and techniques that can be utilized in order to alleviate teacher exhaustion and frustration as well as provide for student success and motivation. Our time will be spent reviewing basic understandings of behaviors, how to build relationships, how to set expectations, creating a sound physical space, teaching behavioral procedures and routines as well as positive reinforcement techniques and tricks. Several examples and samples of behavior interventions will be…
Find out more »Montana State Library Workshops
Log into ASPeN to register FREE TRAINING EVENT – OPI credit and MSL CE credit A day long event with 4 seminar-style training events to choose from. Morning 9 am – 12:15 pm: Creating a Culture of Inquiry: Integrating Media Literacy Education into Everyday Practice – Dr. Faith Rogow insighterseducation.com This relaxed, challenging, interactive session will review the foundations of inquiry-based media literacy education so that participants can walk out the door confident in their ability to create their own…
Find out more »2019 Montana Council for Computers and Technology (MCCE) Summer Tech Summit
Join us for our annual tech summit, an end-of-summer, tech refreshing, collaborative learning event! Explore a variety of digital tools to enhance your teaching and your students’ learning! This is summer professional development that gets you geared up for the new school year, with time to create for your classroom. How to Enroll: Visit the 2019 MCCE Summer Tech Summit website
Find out more »School Administrators of Montana (SAM) Institute 2019
School Administrators of Montana is pleased to host the SAM Administrators Institute of 2019 How to Enroll: Visit the School Administrators of Montana website
Find out more »2019 Summer SHAPE Montana Conference
Registration is now open for the 2019 Summer SHAPE Montana Conference. The conference will be held on July 29 and 30, 2019 at Helena High School in Helena. Visit the SHAPE Montana website for registration information and other details.
Find out more »Montana ASCD Summit: A Culture of Safety and the New 3 R’s
In this continuing exploration of #TraumaInvested practice, join childhood trauma expert Kristin Souers (co-author of the best-selling and award-winning Fostering Resilient Learners: Strategies for creating a trauma-sensitive classroom – ASCD, 2016) as she shares keen insights into the practices of empathy and attunement, exploring a communication strategy built to strengthen connection and understanding. Learn the characteristics of a Culture of Safety, and implement timely interventions for students by addressing the “New 3 R’s” in education: Relationships, Responsibility, and Regulation. Using…
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