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Friday, October 11
 

9:15am CDT

Finding Joy . . . in Your Own Writing
Friday October 11, 2024 9:15am - 10:05am CDT
Nothing bolsters us more as teachers of writing than producing writing ourselves. This session offers inspiration and time to compose around the theme of joy, specifically capturing moments of joy in our classrooms. No expertise is needed. No matter your creative writing experience, this session is for you.
Speakers
avatar for Kimberly J Van Es

Kimberly J Van Es

Lecturer in Business Writing, Northwestern College
Kim Van Es received a B.A. in English (Secondary Education) from Dordt College and her Masters in Secondary Education (English education and teaching of writing concentration) from the University of Iowa. It was at Iowa that she took Level 1 of the Iowa Writing Project, bringing her... Read More →
Friday October 11, 2024 9:15am - 10:05am CDT
Pines (Second Floor)

1:00pm CDT

Deepening Comprehension with Digital Tools
Friday October 11, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
This workshop is designed to amplify the usage of MackinVIA in the classroom. Within this workshop, participants will explore their school’s digital resources, learn how to navigate and apply the tools within MackinVIA.  Participants will work on practical ideas for bringing their learning back to their own classrooms. 
 
Workshop includes an exploration of the following:
·        Finding resources in MackinVIA
·        Customizing the reading experience
·        Digging into text with MackinVIA
·        Planning and organizing resources using MackinVIA Groups
Speakers
avatar for Mindy Romero

Mindy Romero

Educational Consultant, Mackin Educational Resources
Mackin, MackinVIA, books, eBooks, audiobooks, databases, Best of Mackin, Mackin Recommends
Friday October 11, 2024 1:00pm - 1:50pm CDT
Pines (Second Floor)

2:00pm CDT

Empowering Student Voices: Creating a Dynamic Speaking Showcase
Friday October 11, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Are you an English teacher or college instructor looking to empower your students and help them develop their public speaking skills? Learn practical strategies and insights on setting up and executing an authentic end-of-the-semester student speaking showcase, from front-loading the framework to preparing students for the big day. Gain tips on creating a classroom climate of trust, building relationships, and fostering a confident growth mindset. By the end of this session, you will have the tools and knowledge to implement a student speaking showcase that enhances students' public speaking skills, boosts their confidence, and empowers their voices. Let's inspire the next generation of confident and dynamic speakers!

Speakers
avatar for Angie Killian

Angie Killian

High School English, MFL MarMac High School
I teach concurrent classes for a community college: Workplace Communication, Public Speaking, and Composition I and II. I also teach high school juniors in English 11. My passion is teaching public speaking. Personally, I have eight grandchildren and one more on the way shortly. I... Read More →
Friday October 11, 2024 2:00pm - 2:50pm CDT
Pines (Second Floor)
 
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