Mini Courses
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Centering the Student
Facilitator: Olivia Carter, 2021 ASCA School Counselor of the Year
We know trauma doesn't just occur outside of school walls. Recognizing the impact of a traumatic event, not the event itself, is an important step to supporting students and building relationships. In Centering the Student, Olivia Carter, ASCA 2021 School Counselor of the Year, illustrates a variety of restorative practices to strengthen both relationships with students and your own personal wellness in this previously recorded webinar.
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Regulate Then Educate
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Morning Meetings and Restorative Circles
Facilitator: Shannon Berghoff, Cape Girardeau School District
In this webinar, you will learn the importance of a Morning Meeting. Shannon explores several structures as well as shares how to fit one in on a tight schedule. You will walk away from this webinar with a plan of action (and possible lesson plans) to go from a Morning Meeting to Safe Restorative Circles.
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Brain-Based Classroom Management
Presented by: Christina Andrade Melly, 2023 Missouri Teacher of the Year
Recognizing the ways our students (and teachers!) process stress can help us build calmer, more engaging spaces. Come to this session for practical ideas you can implement tomorrow based on brain science. Topics include classroom management, restorative structures, and a little teacher therapy.
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All the Stuff They Didn’t Teach You About SpEd
Presented by: Whitney Choate, Cape Girardeau School District
GenEd teachers, have no fear! Your SpEd resource is here!
This Mini-Course webinar is designed specifically for general education teachers who would love to learn more about IEPs, differentiated instruction, and how to appropriately make modifications and accommodations. After only thirty minutes, you will leave with more tools in your teacher toolbox.
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Easy Tips for Working with English Learners Mini-Course
Presented by: Amanda Wyatt, EL Specialist, Mehlville School District
It is important for us to meet the needs of all our students. Sometimes this can seem overwhelming, and we don't know where to begin. Amanda Wyatt will share some simple strategies you can start using in class tomorrow with your English learners.
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Meeting the Needs of Gifted Learners
Presented by: Chris Holmes, 2015 Missouri Teacher of the Year
Students have varied needs and perhaps some of the most unique needs are those of our gifted learners. Join 2015 Missouri Teacher of the Year, Chris Holmes, as he shares a variety of strategies, resources, and insight that will support you in providing enrichment and support to all students.
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Engagement Emporium
Facilitator: Mandi Tolen, Teacher for St. Joseph School District
Led by teacher and author Mandi Tolen, Mandi shares a variety of ideas to get students of all levels engaged in their learning.
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Best Practices for Formative Assessments Mini Course
Best Practices for Formative Assessments Mini-Course
Facilitator: Bethany Petty, School District
Join Bethany as she shares various tools that can be used for formative assessments in the classroom. The presenter models these tools in live time while discussing possible variations and implementation tips for each tool shared. Platforms shared include Quizizz, Flippity, and Advance features in Google Forms.
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Science of Reading Mini-Course
Facilitator: Erica Doennig, Joplin School District
Erica Doennig walks us through this complex topic providing a brief overview of what the Science of Reading is -- and is not. Learn some of the basic tenets of research behind the SOR and hear how it impacts reading instruction.
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Low-stress Test Prep
Facilitator: Darbie Valenti Huff, MSTA Professional Developer
Please step away from the practice tests and packets! Test preparation doesn't have to be stressful for teachers or for students. Learn ways to make test prep more engaging for students with limited preparation using resources you already have available. Gamifying test preparation will motivate students while taking a more brain-friendly approach to better prepare students for end-of-the-year testing.
By watching this webinar and completing the quiz, a certificate of completion automatically will be generated showing 0.5 hours of professional learning has been completed. If no certificate of completion is needed, webinars can be accessed on the MSTA website.
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AI Tech Tools for Teachers Mini-Course
Facilitator: Kelly Cook, Carl Junction School District
The following is a previously recorded webinar led by Kelly Cook, who shares multiple AI platforms and how these platforms can assist with a teacher's workload. This webinar was recorded in October of 2023. Please be aware that technology is evolving faster than ever, so while platforms may update by the time you are viewing this webinar, many of the options should remain.
By watching this webinar and completing the quiz, a certificate of completion automatically will be generated showing 0.5 hours of professional learning has been completed. If no certificate of completion is needed, webinars can be accessed on the MSTA website.
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Creating Digital Student Portfolios
Facilitator: Christopher Wright, Technology Specialist
Technology specialist, Christopher Wright, shares various tools that can be used to create digital portfolios. Participants will walk away with a basic understanding of how to utilize several online platforms as a means to capture student growth and learning in a digital platform. As with any resource involving technology, some platforms may have updated since the time of recording causing them to look different. However, the ideas shared are still relevant and applicable.
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Sketch Notes Mini-Course
Facilitator: Laura Steinbrink, Waynesville High School
Discover how graphic organizers and sketch notes are a match made in heaven! In this webinar, you will learn how to create visuals that increase learning and how to scaffold sketch notes for students in a few steps and a variety of tools. But wait, there's more! You will have the opportunity to update one of your own presentations and leave with one that is packed with power for student learning potential!
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All Things Canva
Facilitator: Melissa Corey, Library Media Specialist
Designing customized content doesn't have to be hard. Library Media Specialist Melissa Corey demonstrates the many ways educators can utilize Canva in the classroom. Topics covered include creating presentations, graphics, screen recordings, graphic organizers, and more.
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What's New In Canva, Make Your Designs Magical Mini-Course
Facilitator: Melissa Corey, St. Joseph School District
Canva is a powerful, free graphic design tool for educators. This session will cover the basics of Canva, including editing designs and locating templates. Many new tools have been added to Canva, such as Magic Write, that make life easier for educators. You will learn several tips, tricks, hacks, and more!
By watching this webinar and completing the quiz, a certificate of completion automatically will be generated showing 0.5 hours of professional learning has been completed. If no certificate of completion is needed, webinars can be accessed on the MSTA website.
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