Professional Development
Professional development for teachers can be invaluable as they learn new tools to improve their practice. It can also be a monumental waste of time that teachers resent because it is irrelevant or not engaging.
Todd Scholl has been leading professional development for nearly twenty years, working with districts and teacher leaders to develop inner and outer technology skills. Take a look at just a few of the sessions he can deliver below.
SEL Sessions
Stress Management for Teachers
Teaching is stressful. From the stresses of duty to the larger stresses of school violence, educators are under pressure. Many outstanding teachers leave the profession within their first five years. Those that remain in teaching can easily become burned out. In this session, we will learn about free, easy, and secular approaches to managing stress that are scientifically validated.
Trauma-informed Practices
Many students enter our classrooms dealing with trauma, toxic stress, and other issues that impact their ability to learn. Unfortunately, many educators have not been given the training needed to address these issues in accordance with our best understanding of neuroscience and psychology. As educators become trauma-informed, they become better positioned to provide the best responses, interventions, and resources to help all students achieve their greatest potential.
Self-Care for Teachers
Teachers pour themselves into their work, spending countless hours ensuring their students' needs are met. Too often, the demands of the profession result in teachers neglecting their own physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It is not selfish for teachers to make time for self-care. Teachers must make their own wellness a priority. Wellness includes good nutrition, regular exercise, adequate sleep, and developing healthier habits. Wellness programs should be a standard component of all districts and schools. Investing in our teachers' well-being is essential to prevent burnout and foster good health.
Restorative Practices
According to Mindful Schools, "Restorative practices promote a positive, orderly school environment. Students and all members of the school community can learn and practice self-discipline, empathy, and accountability. Restorative justice is an effective alternative to punitive responses to wrongdoing."
Technology Sessions
Flipgrid
Flipgrid is a simple, free, and accessible video discussion experience for PreK to PhD educators, learners and families. Create a Topic and engage your community...together! I cover the basics so that teachers can start using this tool tomorrow!
Podcasting
Recording and publishing podcasts has never been easier. In this session, teachers will learn how to create podcasts with their students and share them with the world!
Loom Screencasting
Loom is a video messaging tool that helps you get your message across through instantly shareable videos. With Loom, you can record your camera, microphone, and desktop simultaneously. Your video is then instantly available to share through Loom's patented technology. This is a "must-have" tool for all teachers, especially in a virtual learning environment.
Weebly
Learn to build a fully-featured website in sixty minutes. This free web-based site builder allows teachers and their students to build dynamic websites in a user-friendly way. These sites are perfect for setting up digital portfolios!
Todd Scholl has been leading professional development for nearly twenty years, working with districts and teacher leaders to develop inner and outer technology skills. Take a look at just a few of the sessions he can deliver below.
SEL Sessions
Stress Management for Teachers
Teaching is stressful. From the stresses of duty to the larger stresses of school violence, educators are under pressure. Many outstanding teachers leave the profession within their first five years. Those that remain in teaching can easily become burned out. In this session, we will learn about free, easy, and secular approaches to managing stress that are scientifically validated.
Trauma-informed Practices
Many students enter our classrooms dealing with trauma, toxic stress, and other issues that impact their ability to learn. Unfortunately, many educators have not been given the training needed to address these issues in accordance with our best understanding of neuroscience and psychology. As educators become trauma-informed, they become better positioned to provide the best responses, interventions, and resources to help all students achieve their greatest potential.
Self-Care for Teachers
Teachers pour themselves into their work, spending countless hours ensuring their students' needs are met. Too often, the demands of the profession result in teachers neglecting their own physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It is not selfish for teachers to make time for self-care. Teachers must make their own wellness a priority. Wellness includes good nutrition, regular exercise, adequate sleep, and developing healthier habits. Wellness programs should be a standard component of all districts and schools. Investing in our teachers' well-being is essential to prevent burnout and foster good health.
Restorative Practices
According to Mindful Schools, "Restorative practices promote a positive, orderly school environment. Students and all members of the school community can learn and practice self-discipline, empathy, and accountability. Restorative justice is an effective alternative to punitive responses to wrongdoing."
Technology Sessions
Flipgrid
Flipgrid is a simple, free, and accessible video discussion experience for PreK to PhD educators, learners and families. Create a Topic and engage your community...together! I cover the basics so that teachers can start using this tool tomorrow!
Podcasting
Recording and publishing podcasts has never been easier. In this session, teachers will learn how to create podcasts with their students and share them with the world!
Loom Screencasting
Loom is a video messaging tool that helps you get your message across through instantly shareable videos. With Loom, you can record your camera, microphone, and desktop simultaneously. Your video is then instantly available to share through Loom's patented technology. This is a "must-have" tool for all teachers, especially in a virtual learning environment.
Weebly
Learn to build a fully-featured website in sixty minutes. This free web-based site builder allows teachers and their students to build dynamic websites in a user-friendly way. These sites are perfect for setting up digital portfolios!
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