Do you want to streamline your curriculum planning process and ensure you provide your students with the best possible learning experiences? Curating instructional resources requires careful consideration of factors such as alignment with standards, accessibility, authenticity, diversity, and instructional effectiveness, as well as ongoing evaluation and refinement based on student feedback and outcomes. Join Lauren Boucher for this hands-on, interactive workshop as we embark on the journey of unpacking standards and curating resources that meet the diverse needs of your students. From teacher-facing materials to student-facing resources, learn how to ensure alignment with standards and elevate the quality of your instructional content. Get ready to ready to unlock the secrets to selecting and organizing top-notch instructional resources for your classroom! Lauren’s expertise in instructional strategies will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to discern high-quality instructional materials and curate them in an accessible manner for both teachers and students.
This is workshop one of four for the series titled “Mastering the Art of Curating and Crafting High-Quality Instructional Resources.”
Key Takeaways:
- Gain a deeper understanding of educational standards and their role in guiding curriculum development and instructional planning.
- Learn practical strategies for identifying high-quality instructional materials that align with standards and meet the diverse needs of your students.
- Explore tools and resources for curating, organizing, and sharing instructional materials effectively.
- Discover best practices for standards alignment and resource curation, and gain inspiration for implementing these strategies in your own teaching practice.
Workshop Details:
While we recommend that you attend all sessions of the workshop series to meet the learning objectives, each workshop can be attended as a standalone. Full members will also have access to view the recordings on demand and earn up to four continuing education credits.
Special Technology Instructions:
Attendees will need access to an internet-enabled device and a personal Google account (not affiliated with their school). SimpleK12’s Google Classroom will be utilized for the interactive and hands-on components of this workshop.
Assessment:
Participants will have communication and collaboration and opportunities throughout the training to demonstrate their understanding of the workshop objectives and reflect on their learning.
