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This workshop is designed to empower educators with the tools and strategies needed to effectively integrate STEM with interdisciplinary project-based learning (PBL).

Dive into the fascinating world of generative AI by exploring cutting-edge techniques and algorithms that enable machines to autonomously create content ranging from images and music to text and beyond. In this workshop, we will examine the current challenges and changes, investigate ground-breaking tools and applications, contemplate new approaches to teaching and learning, and explore the threats and ethical implications. Whether you are new to AI or an experienced practitioner, this workshop equips you with the skills to harness AI's creative potential. Instructor: Susan Finelli-Genovese Professor of Education, Baldwin Wallace University

In this workshop, learn the different models of blended learning, and learn how to leverage technology in blended environments, how to increase student engagement, how to provide meaningful assessments, and how to save time and energy. Instructor: Dr. Vicki Turner

In this workshop, discover the 5 basic activities to promote brain development in children and connect with resources to help them learn to implement the ideas in the setting in which they work. Instructor: Ms. Julie Rea Educational Consultant

This course provides strategies to help refresh your classroom management strategy based on your grade level(s), focusing on setting expectations with students and encouraging positive behaviors. Instructor: Nicole Kmieck, MAEd

In this workshop, you will reflect on the best strategies to use to differentiate for both above-level and below-level learners in the classroom. You will also discover educational technology to integrate into lessons. Instructor: Natalie Bierman, MAEd 8th Grade Science Teacher North Ridgeville Academic Center

In this PD workshop, you will learn the importance of effective parent-teacher communication in the classroom. You will also create artifacts to promote communication and implement these artifacts in your own classroom. Instructor: Natalie Bierman, MAEd

This workshop will initiate a reflection on current grading practices and what the scores represent. Educators will use self-assessment and evidence-based practices to improve the scoring -systems in place to include effective feedback, equitable practices, and efficiency in routines. Instructor: Dr. Heather Marzenski, EdD

In this workshop, you will explore different tech tools that can be used as formative assessments to collect data in order to better inform your instruction. Instructor: Noelle Chance, MAEd

This workshop will give educators the opportunity to learn and practice infusion of innovation into the existing curriculum. Instructor: Dr. Susan Finelli-Genovese Professor of Education, Baldwin Wallace University

This workshop will assist teachers with integrating STEAM into their current classroom setting. Instructor: Ms. Jacki Daymut Technology Specialist, Columbia Middle School

In this workshop, you will learn about free educational game resources that work, create games to use in your classroom, and design game menus to engage your students. Instructor: Nicole Kmieck, MAEd Science Teacher North Ridgeville Academic Center

This course will explore Ohio’s Social-Emotional Learning Standards with an emphasis on knowing and building relationships with students. We will discuss appropriate grade-level strategies for educators to implement the standards in the context of the students in their classrooms. Instructor: Bobby Bolin '11, '21 High School Social Studies Teacher Hudson City School District

In this workshop, you will discover dynamic strategies for balancing standards, assessments, and curriculum requirements while captivating your students. Throughout the five learning modules, you will experience hands-on collaboration with industry partners, enriching your classroom with real-world projects and cultivating meaningful relationships and culminating in a comprehensive Project-Based Learning (PBL) adventure. Instructor: Lauren Scotta, MAEd Director of Community STEM Initiatives Baldwin Wallace University

This workshop will provide information and exercises that will aid people who will become ESL teachers as well as teachers that will have English Language Learners (ELL) in their classes. The exercises and digital resources will provide effective techniques and methods to improve communication abilities and provide unique strategies to make teaching ELL effective and efficient. Instructor: George Williams, MAEd, MBA

This workshop will examine the characteristics of gifted learners and will provide resources and opportunities for meeting their academic, social, and emotional needs. Instructor: Mrs. Cathy Drescher Gifted Teacher, North Royalton Middle School

This five-module session will focus on establishing engaging agendas, building collaborative experiences, communication alternatives to traditional in-person meetings, maximizing data impact and visualization in spreadsheets, and getting the most out of your calendar. Instructor: Dave Binkley