The Beginning Teacher Network is a series of professional learning sessions which allow beginning teachers in general and special education settings to build collaborative, professional relationships.
Each session will offer a choice of learning opportunities for all beginning teachers to enhance their practice aligned to the Optimal Learning Environment (OLE) focusing on individual areas of inquiry.
Location: All sessions for 2023-24 will be held via Zoom
| SESSION 1 Creating Emotionally, Intellectually, And Physically Safe Environments Outcome — Teachers will explore strategies in building relationships while developing effective classroom procedures, as well as, creating emotionally, intellectually and physically safe classroom environments. Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Iowa Teaching Standards: 1, 4, 6, 7, 8 |
SESSION 2 Implement Equitable, Culturally Responsive Instruction Outcome — Teachers will explore strategies to implement equitable, culturally responsive and developmentally appropriate curriculum and instruction in order to increase motivation and engagement. Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Iowa Teaching Standards: 2, 3, 4, 7 |
| SESSION 3 Implement Standards-Aligned Curriculum And Instruction Outcome — Teachers will explore the use of summative and formative assessments to develop standards aligned instruction. Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Iowa Teaching Standards: 2, 3, 4, 5, 7 |
SESSION 4 Meet The Diverse Needs Of Every Learner Outcome — Teachers will explore strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners in order to continue to refine and fill their teaching tool boxes. Wednesday, April 3, 2024 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Iowa Teaching Standards: 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 |