The Cobb County Science Department is excited to present on-demand professional learning filled with incredible learning experiences. Please click on the links below to access you professional learning options.
On-Demand
Tim Elmore
Generation Z, Unfiltered
Generation Z, those born since 2001, have grown up in a world the likes of which we haven't seen in generations. Smart phones and social media, mass shootings and rising anxiety levels, recessions and even a pandemic have all shaped their reality beginning in their earliest years. So, who are these kids? and how do you even begin to lead a generation has lived through this much? Using timely advice from "Generation Z Unfiltered," the latest book from Tim Elmore and Andrew McPeak, this session will provide insight into the generation of kids we lead today and provide practical tips on how to lead them well.
Before the surge of a global pandemic changed all of our lives, Generation Z was already facing a crisis of mental health, a lack of social and emotional skills, and a paralyzed perspective on their future. In 2020, things have only gotten more complicated. That's why today's "Pandemic Population" needs a new kind of leader: You. In this session, we will outline the needs of today's population and furnish eight strategies that can help them find their best self on the other side of COVID-19.
Presenter Bio: Dr. Tim Elmore is the founder and president of Growing Leaders, an Atlanta-based nonprofit organization created to develop emerging leaders. Since founding Growing Leaders in 2003, Elmore has spoken to more than 300,000 students, faculty, and staff on hundreds of campuses across the country, including the University of Oklahoma, Stanford University, Duke University, Rutgers University, the University of South Carolina, and Louisiana State University. Elmore has also provided leadership training and resources for multiple athletic programs, including the University of Texas football team, the University of Miami football team, the University of Alabama athletic department, and the Kansas City Royals Baseball Club. In addition, a number of government offices in Washington, D.C. have utilized Dr. Elmore's curriculum.
Before the surge of a global pandemic changed all of our lives, Generation Z was already facing a crisis of mental health, a lack of social and emotional skills, and a paralyzed perspective on their future. In 2020, things have only gotten more complicated. That's why today's "Pandemic Population" needs a new kind of leader: You. In this session, we will outline the needs of today's population and furnish eight strategies that can help them find their best self on the other side of COVID-19.
Presenter Bio: Dr. Tim Elmore is the founder and president of Growing Leaders, an Atlanta-based nonprofit organization created to develop emerging leaders. Since founding Growing Leaders in 2003, Elmore has spoken to more than 300,000 students, faculty, and staff on hundreds of campuses across the country, including the University of Oklahoma, Stanford University, Duke University, Rutgers University, the University of South Carolina, and Louisiana State University. Elmore has also provided leadership training and resources for multiple athletic programs, including the University of Texas football team, the University of Miami football team, the University of Alabama athletic department, and the Kansas City Royals Baseball Club. In addition, a number of government offices in Washington, D.C. have utilized Dr. Elmore's curriculum.
Cobb teachers email Christian.cali@cobbk12.org for the password for this session.
On-Demand
Dr. Jodi Wheeler-Toppin
Jodi Wheeler-Toppen is a science author and educator with 10+ books for children and teachers from National Geographic Kids, Capstone, and NSTA Press. Recent children’s books include Edible Science: Experiments you Can Eat (a Junior Library Guild Selection) and, as a co-author, Recycled Science (a finalist for the AAAS/Subaru SB&F Prize). She also has a series for teachers, Once Upon a Science Book, for the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) Press. She is a former high school science teacher, with a Ph.D. in Science Education from the University of Georgia. Her goal in both writing and educating is to present science as exciting, suspenseful… and understandable. She loves having adventures with kids—her own and any others who come her way. Find her at www.OnceUponAScienceBook.com or on Facebook @JodiWheelerToppen.
10:00 AM Session
STEM/Science Collaboration
Erin Harris
Erin Harris will be leading a STEM/Science Lab Collaboration session. During this session we will discuss best practices and lessons for the STEM/Science Lab.
On-Demand
Getting Started with CTLS Learn for CCCs
1.5 Hours
Description: Introducing CTLS Teach 2.0 and Learn to Cobb Collaborative Communities
Cobb County School teachers and leaders will engage in an introductory CTLS Learn professional learning pathway to discover all of the dynamic tools embedded in the most recent release of the Cobb Teaching & Learning System: CTLS Teach 2.0 and Learn. Teachers will work through an on-demand website that will walk teachers through activities that will introduce the new Teach 2.0 platform, a new element in the course view called “Digital Learning”, and the elements of CTLS Learn that will support remote and/or blended learning.
Cobb County School teachers and leaders will engage in an introductory CTLS Learn professional learning pathway to discover all of the dynamic tools embedded in the most recent release of the Cobb Teaching & Learning System: CTLS Teach 2.0 and Learn. Teachers will work through an on-demand website that will walk teachers through activities that will introduce the new Teach 2.0 platform, a new element in the course view called “Digital Learning”, and the elements of CTLS Learn that will support remote and/or blended learning.
On-Demand
SEL: Social Emotional Learning in Cobb
Infusing SEL Throughout the School Day: Tools and Tips for Teachers
Social and emotional learning (SEL) is the process for developing vital school, work, and life success skills that promote appropriate behavior, healthier life choices, and academic achievement. In this session, participants will learn how to intentionally infuse social and emotional learning throughout the school day by creating a supportive classroom community, integrating SEL into your instructional content, and delivering explicit SEL instruction. Additionally, we will explore a variety of approaches and multiple district resources available to support school staff, whether you are instructing in-person or virtually.
Social and emotional learning (SEL) is the process for developing vital school, work, and life success skills that promote appropriate behavior, healthier life choices, and academic achievement. In this session, participants will learn how to intentionally infuse social and emotional learning throughout the school day by creating a supportive classroom community, integrating SEL into your instructional content, and delivering explicit SEL instruction. Additionally, we will explore a variety of approaches and multiple district resources available to support school staff, whether you are instructing in-person or virtually.
On-Demand
We’re Off to See the Future
Jaime Donally
Let's explore the progression of Augmented, Virtual, and Mixed Reality. In this interactive presentation, we'll examine how common devices can be used to create immersive learning experiences. The enthusiasm of augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR) are growing and the educational benefits are unlimited to personalize learning for all.
On-Demand
How to Effectively Use AR and VR Apps With Young Learners
Jaime Donally
We now have an enormous library of augmented and virtual reality resources specifically for education and my device is filled with folders and folders of apps, ranging from science to language arts to subjects across the curricular spectrum. While these tools are becoming more popular and numerous, ones specifically geared toward early elementary students continue to be limited. When considering immersive technology resources for our early elementary students, I’ve shared some important, practical areas to keep in mind.
On-Demand
Unleash the Power of Storytelling With AR and VR (K-5)
Jaime Donally
Once upon a time, students were silent, repeated what they were told, and limited by their past experiences. Thankfully, for many classrooms, those days of rigid learning are long gone. Our lessons can now include unimaginable experiences and interactions through immersive technology.
On-Demand
Design Virtual Reality Meeting Spaces (6-12)
Jaime Donally
Easily Build VR Meeting Spaces. Explore a new virtual reality platform to meet, collaborate, draw, present, build, and more. We will join and interact in the space while learning how to customize the space for your future VR meeting rooms.
Choice Session
STEM/Science Lab Pop In PL
Looking to get your STEM learning fix this summer? Why not jump online for a few minutes and learn something awesome from the safety of your home. Since STEMapalooza is under quarantine until next year we've crafted a series of live and asynchronous content for you to dig into.
You'll find a list of the Pop In PL sessions offered this summer listed below. You can jump online and participate live or play our game and access recordings of these sessions for FREE!
There are no rules, learn what you want, when you want. And this is STEM Cobb...so you know there will be prizes for playing along!
You'll find a list of the Pop In PL sessions offered this summer listed below. You can jump online and participate live or play our game and access recordings of these sessions for FREE!
There are no rules, learn what you want, when you want. And this is STEM Cobb...so you know there will be prizes for playing along!