This session presents an illuminating case study of two schools that successfully implemented a new foundational reading skills curriculum through disciplined, data-driven approaches. We'll explore how these schools leveraged Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycles to refine their implementation strategy and achieve measurable results. Key focus areas include: 1. Designing effective feedback loops to gather real-time insights from teachers 2. Conducting targeted walk-throughs to observe curriculum in action 3. Providing tailored professional development and coaching to support teachers adapting to new instructional methods 4. Using data to inform iterative improvements throughout the pilot process Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how to: - Structure a curriculum pilot for maximum impact - Create and utilize feedback mechanisms that drive continuous improvement - Balance support and evaluation during the implementation phase - Make data-informed decisions to refine curriculum integration By the session's end, attendees will have a practical blueprint for piloting curricula in their context to ensure that it is viable for all students. You'll be equipped with essential questions to guide your process, tools for gathering and analyzing feedback, and strategies for documenting progress throughout your pilot journey.
This session will dive into the transformative journey of implementing inclusive practices, drawing on real-world experiences and challenges faced by secondary educators and administrators, as well as before/after school care providers. We’ll explore powerful stories from the field, showcasing the barriers encountered, the successes achieved, and the ongoing journey towards creating inclusive environments.
Based on the identified needs of educators that work with students with disabilities, specialized training sessions were developed and delivered, focusing on strategies like Co-Teaching, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and understanding disabilities. In this session, we will listen to real stories, highlight key points and valuable learnings from these training sessions, providing insights into how these approaches can be effectively integrated into diverse educational settings.
Join us to hear firsthand accounts of how inclusion has been reimagined in various contexts, and take away practical strategies that can be applied in your own practice.
This presentation explores how Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in Early Childhood promotes learner agency that is purposeful and reflective, resourceful and authentic, and strategic and action-oriented. By designing inclusive environments that support diverse learning needs, UDL fosters agency that empowers children to make choices, take initiative, and shape their own learning experiences. Even in preschool, fostering learner agency helps young learners develop independence, critical thinking, and confidence. By offering opportunities for decision-making and problem-solving, teachers can cultivate a sense of ownership in the classroom, encouraging children to be active participants in their learning journey.Through flexible teaching methods and diverse learning materials, UDL supports the needs of every child, including those with different learning styles, abilities, and backgrounds.In this presentation, we will explore practical strategies to integrate UDL principles and promote learner agency in early childhood settings. Participants will walk away with actionable ideas on how to design learning environments that celebrate each child’s unique potential, offering choice and flexibility while minimizing barriers.
Friday December 13, 2024 1:30pm - 2:45pm PST
Ballroom B
