Core Connection Course Catalog
The Writing Revolution 2.0 Book Study
In this book study Captivate Engaging and Empowering Students in a world of Digital Distractions by Marc Isseks, PhD, participating educators will learn how to not just teach, but CAPTIVATE their students…
AI for the Google Workplace
Discover the power of AI in education with this hands-on course designed specifically for K-12 teachers who use Google tools. Explore the latest AI integrations, with a focus on Gemini in Google Workspace, including its enhanced role in Google Classroom…
Lessons From the June High School Science Exams: Moving Towards Cluster Questions
We will take a deep dive into the June Biology and Earth and Space Science exams to reflect on our practice and determine how to best help our students moving forward. Using the NYSSLS Standards and Performance Level Descriptions (PLDs) we will analyze the exams and apply this knowledge to develop effective cluster-type questions…
Authentic Literacy Experiences in Early Childhood: Balancing Fundations and Heggerty - Part 2
This professional learning course introduces reading and writing experiences designed to supplement your Fundations and Heggerty teaching by integrating phonics skills with authentic literacy practices, boosting engagement, and fostering a love for reading and writing in early childhood classrooms. In part 2, we will explore 6 instructional practices that align with the NYS literacy briefs and that differ from those employed in part 1…
Harnessing The Science of Learning Book Study
This book study will introduce educators to real-world school case studies and effective teaching practices while providing a clear roadmap for meaningful change. Harnessing the Science of Learning highlights how even small changes can lead to significant improvement. This practical guide bridges classroom practices, school leadership and educational research to support school improvement…
Building Thinking Classrooms in Action
Join us for a deeper dive into Peter Liljedahl's fourteen practices outlined in his Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics text. Throughout this class we will be working through 4 Toolkits. Some of the practices we will focus on are: random grouping, non curricular thinking tasks, curricular tasks and thin-slicing. Participants will employ practices that support the curriculum in their contexts and develop teacher moves to support this pedagogy…
History of Whaling Teacher Workshop
Hudson: A History of Whaling & Maritime Commerce, an exhibit at the Hudson Area Library, offers a unique opportunity to look at our city, county, state, and national history through the lens of local history. When students learn about their own local history, the streets they walk on, the river they visit, they will be motivated to learn and will be able to better contextualize Social Studies concepts and facts…
DASA Certification Online Training - Monthly Sessions Available All Year Long!
This NYSED-approved DASA training includes 3 hours of self-paced, online instruction and a 3 hour live virtual meeting with an instructor…