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Make Every Word Count: Transform Fluency with Microsoft Reading Progress

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Colorado Convention Center, Bluebird Ballroom Lobby, Table 42

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Raquel Galvan
Digital Learning Specialist
Ector County ISD
@DLS_Galvan
Certainly! Rachel Galvan is a seasoned educator with 14 years of experience in upper elementary teaching in Odessa, Texas. Specializing in reading and science, she has transitioned into the role of a Digital Learning Specialist, embarking on the second year in this dynamic position. Rachel is deeply passionate about integrating technology into the classroom to enhance student learning experiences. She is dedicated to bridging the gap between traditional teaching methods and modern technology, ensuring students are well-prepared for the challenges of the future. Rachel stands as a beacon of progress, shaping the future of learning one digital innovation at a time.
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Brittany Molinar
Digital Learning Specialist
ECISD Digital Learning
@Brit2Digital
ISTE Certified Educator
"I am a dedicated educator with a passion for digital learning. Currently in my second year as a Digital Learning Specialist for Ector County ISD in Odessa, TX. I have a total of six years of teaching experience under my belt. . My commitment to fostering innovative and engaging learning experiences has been a driving force in my career, and I continue to explore new ways to enhance education through technology and modern pedagogical techniques."
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Til-Lois Calhoun
Digital Learning Specialist
Ector County ISD
@sistatechsavy
Digital Learning Specialist
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Christina Sifuentez
Digital Learning Specialist
Ector County ISD
@csifuentez1
I am currently in my second year as a digital learning specialist for Ector County ISD. This is my 26th year in education. I have taught Kindergarten, Middle School Social Studies and Robotics, and Elementary Gifted and Talented. I have a passion for technology integration in education, and my mission is to help any educator I work with integrate technology in their classroom.

Session description

Join us in this interactive session as we dive into the world of reading fluency and discover how Mircosoft's Reading Progress can be a powerful ally. Explore the key features, hear success stories, and uncover the advantages of this groundbreaking tool.

Purpose & objective

Knowledge and Understanding: Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the features, benefits, and applications of Microsoft Reading Progress.

Practical Implementation: Educators will be equipped with practical strategies for implementing Microsoft Reading Progress in their classrooms to enhance reading fluency.

Data-Driven Instruction: Participants will learn how to utilize data from Microsoft Reading Progress to tailor instruction, track progress, and provide targeted interventions for students.

Success Stories and Best Practices: We will share real-world success stories and best practices from our district, demonstrating how Microsoft Reading Progress has positively impacted students' literacy skills.

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Outline

Introduction to Microsoft Reading Progress features and benefits. (5 minutes)
Interactive demonstrations of using the tool for reading assessments and personalized feedback. Participants will join our Team Classroom and be able to experience the classroom enviroment. (25-30 miuntes)
Sharing of success stories and best practices from our district. (10 minutes)
Collaborative discussions on tailoring instruction and interventions based on data from the tool. (15 minutes)
Q&A sessions to address specific participant queries and concerns. (5 minutes)

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Supporting research

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/training/modules/support-reading-fluency-practice-with-reading-progress/

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Session specifications

Topic:
Online tools, apps & resources
Grade level:
PK-12
Skill level:
Beginner
Audience:
Coaches, Teachers, Technology coordinators/facilitators
Attendee devices:
Devices not needed
Participant accounts, software and other materials:
Microsoft Office Suite
Teams

https://teams.microsoft.com/l/team/19%3aRSoBnqDbyVjXBNLtiQVGv7RFaZU_lospIWbGlJIGBnQ1%40thread.tacv2/conversations?groupId=2a8b9455-910e-48f1-acbf-f8f31d54345b&tenantId=09481a38-9105-434b-9b2f-b9b85538843f

Subject area:
ELL, Language arts
ISTE Standards:
For Educators:
Leader
  • Model for colleagues the identification, exploration, evaluation, curation and adoption of new digital resources and tools for learning.
Designer
  • Use technology to create, adapt and personalize learning experiences that foster independent learning and accommodate learner differences and needs.
For Students:
Empowered Learner
  • Students use technology to seek feedback that informs and improves their practice and to demonstrate their learning in a variety of ways.

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