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The Secret Sauce: Mixing EdTech + the Science of Learning

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Pennsylvania Convention Center, Terrace Ballroom Lobby, Table 35

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Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Teaching Channel
@MarceeHarris
@marceemack
Marcee Harris is the Director of Curriculum and Instruction at Teaching Channel where she leads an amazing team of curriculum developers that provide timely, relevant, and applicable online professional learning for teachers. A former elementary teacher herself, Marcee is particularly excited about sharing ways to enhance, extend and engage diverse learners in the classroom.
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Evaluation Manager/Professional Learning Specialist
Teaching Channel, K-12 Coalition
Sarah is an Evaluation Manager and Professional Learning Specialist for Learners Edge, the leading provider of online continuing education courses for PreK-12th grade teachers' professional development. A former elementary classroom teacher, Sarah now manages the instructor team and creates courses and other content for Learners Edge.

Session description

Just like cooking, where the right mix of ingredients can elevate a dish from good to great, combining edtech tools with the Science of Learning can take your lessons from forgettable to memorable! Takeaway a menu of resources and ready-to-use templates to empower more efficient and independent learners!

Purpose & objective

The purpose of this session is to bridge the gap between the tried and true research on how the brain learns and retains information, and the day-to-day reality of teaching a dynamic classroom of students. This session provides practical strategies and digital tools to support learning that sticks.

Objectives:
1. Recall key concepts related to how we learn, retain, and express information.
2. Reflect on current teaching practices and evaluate alignment to the science of learning.
3. Identify brain-based strategies and associated tech tools to incorporate into daily lessons and routines.

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Outline

1. Introductions

2. Introduce the Science of Learning Research

3. Exploration of Resources
*What elements are you already implementing in your classroom?
*How does this information align with your school experiences?

4. Reflect on takeaways and impact on professional practice.

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Supporting research

(n.d.). The Learning Scientists. Retrieved August 1, 2022, from https://www.learningscientists.org/

(n.d.). Education Conferences, Professional Development For Teachers, Teacher Conferences. Retrieved August 1, 2022, from https://www.learningandthebrain.com/

Center for Transformative Teaching & Learning. (2020). A science of learning guide to education technology. The Center for Transformative Teaching & Learning at St. Andrew's Episcopal School. https://www.thecttl.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Science-of-Learning-Guide-1.pdf

Lang, J. M. (2020). Distracted: Why students can't focus and what you can do about it. Basic Books.

Lang, J. M. (2021). Small Teaching: Everyday lessons from the science of learning. Wiley.

Rogowsky, B., Oakley, B., & Sejnowski, T. J. (2021). Uncommon Sense Teaching: Practical insights in brain science to help students learn. Penguin Publishing Group.

Watson, E., & Busch, B. (2021). The Science of Learning: 99 Studies that every teacher needs to know. Routledge.

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Session specifications

Topic:
Instructional design & delivery
Grade level:
PK-12
Skill level:
Beginner
Audience:
Curriculum/district specialists, Principals/head teachers, Teachers
Attendee devices:
Devices required
Attendee device specification:
Smartphone: Android, iOS, Windows
ISTE Standards:
For Educators:
Designer
  • Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.
  • Design authentic learning activities that align with content area standards and use digital tools and resources to maximize active, deep learning.
Facilitator
  • Foster a culture where students take ownership of their learning goals and outcomes in both independent and group settings.
Disclosure:
The submitter of this session has been supported by a company whose product is being included in the session