An Overview of Special Education Presented by: Ms. Tanya Pacheco, Santa Ana Unified School District This session will provide a brief overview of the duties and responsibilities of a special education teacher. (SE) |
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Becoming an Effective Educational Leader Presented by: Dr. Trudy J. Naman, Santa Ana College & Dr. Bridget Gergens, Golden West College Is it your dream to become a leader in the education environment? Perhaps a Principal, a VP, or a Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA)? This workshop will cover the personal qualities of effective leadership, including how to use your gifts and talents to be an agent of change and provide an understanding of various leadership positions within the K-12 school setting. We invite all future educators to join us as we discuss the pathway to your future. (A)
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Developing Mathematical Mindsets Presented by: Dr. Marty Romero, Santa Ana College This workshop provides specific classroom examples used to help future teachers develop productive mathematical dispositions, think flexibly with mathematics, and think deeply about what it means to do and teach mathematics. Number talk activities, games, and problem solving tasks will be shared. (E, I, HS)
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Diversifying Our Children's Bookshelves: Expanding Literacy Instruction Presented by: Dr. Kristen Doorn, Chapman University This workshop will focus on the diversifying of children's (K-12) bookshelves from a broad perspective, using literature to serve as window, mirror, and sliding glass door opportunities for our students. We will also include a discussion on how we can infuse literature from across the disciplines to support these efforts. (A)
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Exploring Implicit Bias and ABAR (Anti-Bias/Anti-Racist) Teaching Presented by: Dr. Faith G. Jennings, Cal State Fullerton As student diversity increases, the need to recognize, examine, and challenge our own biases becomes critical. ABAR teaching moves us towards creating an equity-centered framework focusing on students, families, and community. This introductory workshop explores the origins of bias and the concept of ABAR teaching. (A)
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Project-Based Learning Presented by: Mrs. Nancy Mikhail, The Teaching Table Find out what project-based learning is all about and how it helps make learning interesting, hands-on, and a great experience for your future students! (E)
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The Five E's of Education: Strategies for Serving the Underserved and Marginalized Student Presented by: Mr. Kalonji Saterfield, Santa Ana College Participants will learn how the key elements of equality, equity, empathy, empowerment, and enthusiasm are used in fostering the personal, professional, and academic success of students from underrepresented populations. As an African-American man, Kalonji will share his experience both as a student and as an educator of over 20 years. Through collaboration and exploration, attendees will be provided with effective tools used in reaching, teaching, motivating, and energizing underrepresented and underserved students. (A)
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Transformational Tech for Teachers Presented by: Mrs. Teresa Magpayo Castro & Mr. Ricardo Recinos, Hacienda La Puente Unified School District What a fantastic time to be using technology in the classroom. The amount of free, affordable and downright cool solutions are amazing! This workshop will introduce you to some of the top Websites, Apps, and Tools that you can start using in your classroom tomorrow. (A)
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