Blue Skies Blended Learning Workshop Series
Free Professional Learning Workshops
Virtual Virginia invites educators throughout the state this spring to the Blue Skies Blended Learning Workshop Series, where they can learn best practices in blended learning by utilizing the VVA Statewide Learning Management System (LMS) and other educational technology for in-person learning.
Presented in partnership with Instructure, the Blue Skies Blended Learning series features free online workshops designed specifically for K–12 instructors, leaders, and support personnel at Virginia public schools and divisions. Participants will learn how to incorporate blended learning methods into their professional practice and leverage the VVA Statewide LMS (Canvas LMS) in face-to-face instruction.
Led by blended learning expert and Instructure Principal Learning Consultant Evette Davis, each session will focus on practical applications and provide tips, tools, and techniques that educators can begin using immediately.
Davis, who holds an EdD in teaching and learning with an emphasis on instructional technology, worked for 12 years as a K–5 teacher and instructional technology specialist before starting her current role at Instructure.
Registration is required for each workshop. A Virginia public school/division email address is required to register.
For each session, each attendee will be awarded a certificate worth one hour of professional learning for attending and submitting a brief reflection form.
Register now for the following workshops:
Reclaiming My Time with Blended Learning! (April 6)
Reclaiming My Time with Blended Learning!
Thursday, April 6, at 3:15 p.m.
In a blended learning environment, Just-In-Time Direct Instruction (JITDI) is a teaching strategy that provides multiple ways or avenues to learn the material or access the content. In this webinar, you will learn how create that environment as a facilitator to guide students in becoming the drivers of their learning and reclaiming their time during JITDI.
Teaching Revision in a Blended Learning Environment (April 13)
Teaching Revision in a Blended Learning Environment
Thursday, April 13, at 3:15 p.m.
In a blended learning environment, students are given the opportunity to reassess their learning until mastery is met. Giving students the advocacy to reach mastery with feedback and personalized instruction can grow a student’s mindset and voice. In this webinar, teachers will learn the practices and techniques in creating an environment where students can empower their own learning.
Using Studio to Create Instructional Videos for Blended Learning (April 20)
Using Studio to Create Instructional Videos for Blended Learning
Thursday, April 20, at 3:15 p.m.
There are three common learning styles for students: auditory, visual, and kinesthetic. In a blended learning environment, it is important to develop choices around these learning styles for personalized learning experiences. In this webinar, you will learn how to create instructional videos using Canvas Studio for the these three common learning styles.
Blended Learning in a Math Classroom (April 27)
Blended Learning in a Math Classroom
Thursday, April 27, at 3:15 p.m.
Any content area can function in a personalized environemnt where students are developing their academic skills and meeting their learning goals. In this webinar, math teachers will learn how to create a math-focused K–12 blended learning environment.
Blended Learning in a Science Classroom (May 4)
Blended Learning in a Science Classroom
Thursday, May 4, at 3:15 p.m.
Any content area can function in a personalized environemnt where students are developing their academic skills and meeting their learning goals. In this webinar, science teachers will learn how to create a science-focused K–12 blended learning environment.
Blended Learning in an ELA Classroom (May 11)
Blended Learning in an ELA Classroom
Thursday, May 11, at 3:15 p.m.
Any content area can function in a personalized environment where students are developing their academic skills and meeting their learning goals. In this webinar, English/Language Arts (ELA) teachers will learn how to create an ELA-focused K–12 blended learning environment.
Blended Learning in a Social Studies Classroom (May 18)
Blended Learning in a Social Studies Classroom
Thursday, May 18, at 3:15 p.m.
Any content area can function in a personalized environemnt where students are developing their academic skills and meeting their learning goals. In this webinar, social studies teachers will learn how to create a social studies-focused K–12 blended learning environment.
Blended Learning: Creating and Facilitating the Path, Pace, and Place for Students (May 25)
Blended Learning: Creating and Facilitating the Path, Pace, and Place for Students
Thursday, May 25, at 3:15 p.m.
Students in a blended learning environment take ownership of their learning. In this webinar, learn how to plan with students in creating their personalized paths, paces, and places for learning.
Blended Learning for Elementary Teachers (June 1)
Blended Learning for Elementary Teachers
Thursday, June 1, at 3:15 p.m.
Blended learning in the elementary classroom is a crucial foundation for building students’ experience and knowledge of blended learning best practices. In this webinar, elementary teachers will learn best practices for implementing blended learning and how to implement them in their personalized classrooms.
For questions about the Blue Skies Blended Learning Workshop Series, please contact Professional Learning Coordinator Steven Sproles at [email protected]