During our TSIP (Technology Standards for Instructional Personnel) evaluations, I make it a habit to ask all of my teachers, “How's it going?” “Do you need help or assistance with anything?” Mrs. Candice Nurney, a second-grade teacher at Sussex Central Elementary School, answered “No, I’m fine and my students are doing well!” Given that her portfolio evidence is always … [Read more...]
Webinar: Incorporating Diversity and Equity Principles Into Learning Content
In the February 2021 edition of the VSTE Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Webinar, Charlotte Morris talks about how educators can include diversity and equity principles in their learning content. Charlotte is an instructional designer of graduate courses in the College of Professional Studies at George Washington University. The webinar is hosted by Charles Randolph. … [Read more...]
Webinar: Concurrent Instruction With Dr. Catlin Tucker
VSTE Welcomes Dr. Catlin Tucker Webinar: Using Blended Learning Models to Design and Facilitate Learning for a Concurrent Classroom December 8, 2020, 7 - 8:30 PM Thanks to Zoom and McGraw Hill for their support! Virginia educators are implementing a variety of virtual learning models from hybrid to hyflex. VSTE, with support from our partners Zoom and McGraw Hill … [Read more...]
Brainstorm 2020: Student Centered Learning: A Conversation with Abby French
<-- Back to conference page Presented by Abby French, History Teacher, Shenandoah County Public Schools; Patrick Hausammann, Supervisor of Instructional Technology, Clarke County/UnisonEDU/VSTE Few things can have the power to change a classroom for the better like student centered learning. This conversation wit Abby French will give you insight into how to get … [Read more...]
Brainstorm 2020: Authentic Learning! Technology Can Help With This!
<-- Back to conference page Presented by Tim Taylor, Instructional Technology Supervisor, Shenandoah County Public Schools Authentic learning helps students understand the real-world connections to what they are learning, they are more likely to be engaged and less likely to question the significance of classroom learning. Technology helps to bridge the gap between the … [Read more...]