AGC Institute 2015 General Session Presenters
Tuesday July 21, 2015
Preston Swincher "Connecting to Digital Natives: Education and the Five Generations"
The impossible of 20 years ago is the mundane of today. Growing up with new ways to communicate and work has changed how young people define success in their personal and professional lives. "Connecting to Digital Natives: Education and the Five Generations" examines how every generation—from Baby Boomers to the Web Generation—shapes classrooms and schools. With laugh-out-loud stories, a bevy of research, and immediately actionable insights, this talk introduces a powerful new perspective in helping every generation of educator prepare today’s student for tomorrow’s world. To read more about Preston, please visit http://prestonswincher.com/
Wednesday July 22, 2015
Grace Dearborn "Rebels with Applause: Brain-Compatible Engagement Strategies for K-12 Teachers"
Join us for an interactive workshop that addresses the common issues that arise when working with under-motivated students who seem to have the hardest time paying attention and getting work done. This session will give beginning and veteran K-12 teachers more than a dozen practical “brain-based” strategies that they can use right away to help get students of varying abilities and learning styles involved and motivated, and help them retain more. To read more about Grace, please visit http://www.consciousteaching.com/grace-dearborn/
ThursdayJuly 23, 2015
Rick Wormeli "Standards-Based Grading: Myth-busting, Ethics, and Practicality"
Some parents, colleagues, school board members, and business leaders struggle with what is and is not standards-based grading. Teachers and leaders using standards-based grading are facing some “pushback” from those with little background in it. As a result they are backing away from something unusually effective in teaching and learning. Whatever they are, current grading practices create very real futures; they better be accurate and ethical. Many traditional grading practices, unfortunately, are neither. This address presents the essential elements of standards-based grading, including its merits, potential pitfalls, and candid responses to the most common concerns regarding its use. Vetted by decades of work in the U.S. and around the world, we’ll correct the misconceptions and make a compelling case for standards-based grading.
Justin Porter "Updates to State Assessment for Students with Disabilities"
Justin is the Director of Assessments for Special Populations, Student Assessment Division, at the Texas Education Agency. During this special session, he will share the most recent updates to issues related to students with disabilities and state assessment.
