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Teachers will experience learning through phenomena-based instruction and assessment in NGSS science using models from ES, MS, and HS. Teachers will think critically and apply their understanding, just as students do. They will analyze examples of how phenomena is used to assess students of all ages.

Outcomes:

1. Teachers will develop a greater understanding about how to use phenomena to guide student learning.
2. Teachers will experience the use of both anchoring and lesson-level phenomena as tools for teaching, learning, and assessment.
3. Teachers will experience a variety of methods for assessing learning in science and deepen their understanding behind the value of frequent assessment.

We all share a common goal – student growth. HMH and NWEA are here to help international schools achieve that goal through the best curricula, the best tools, and the best interim assessment-- MAP Growth. Join your fellow international educators to learn more about our connected system of support for teaching and learning.

Outcomes:
You will explore how MAP Growth,

1. Connects to the largest set of instructional content providers, giving you flexibility in curriculum choices
2. Puts data at your fingertips for a more complete picture of student growth and achievement
3. Is integrated into the HMH Ed platform to provide cross-curricular reports and insights, all in one place

This session explores how small shifts in our thinking about assessment can transform math classrooms from grade-centered to learning-centered environments. By replacing traditional tests with student portfolios, we promote a culture of growth and reflection, empowering students to take ownership of their learning. Participants will discover practical strategies for implementing portfolios and learn how these changes can lead to significant improvements in student engagement and understanding. Come ready to rethink assessment and explore the big impact of small changes!

Outcomes:
1. Understand the Benefits of Portfolio-Based Assessment in Mat
Attendees will explore how portfolios can showcase student growth, reflection, and deeper understanding, moving beyond traditional tests.

2. Learn Practical Strategies for Implementing Math Portfolios
Participants will gain tools, templates, and methods to integrate portfolios and student reflection effectively into their math curriculum.

3. Foster Student Engagement and Ownership in Math Learning
Attendees will discover ways to enhance student voice, motivation, and continuous improvement through alternative assessment techniques.

Quality curriculum is a foundational element of quality teaching and learning. In this session, we will briefly discuss the key components of building a quality unit of instruction. You will then have time to review your own units of instruction and create a single-point rubric to support meaningful feedback for curriculum writers.

Outcomes:

1. Review key components of a quality curriculum unit
2. Develop a single point rubric to support curriculum review

By analyzing opportunities in units and daily lessons, we can anticipate barriers our learners face, allowing us to cater to their needs and provide autonomy in how they demonstrate understanding.

Outcomes:

1. Understand UDL Basics: Participants will be able to explain the three main ideas of UDL—different ways to engage students, present information, and allow students to show what they know.
2. Spot Learning Barriers: Participants will learn to recognize challenges their students might face and how UDL can help overcome these challenges.
3. Use UDL Strategies: Participants will discover practical ideas and tools to include UDL in their lesson plans and activities to support all learners.
4. Share and Collaborate: Participants will discuss their experiences and brainstorm ways to use UDL in their classrooms, building a supportive community.
5. Create an Action Plan: By the end of the session, participants will make a simple plan for how they will start using UDL ideas in their teaching.You will learn to use the UDL guidelines to identify and address barriers to students' success.

In this interactive workshop, participants will explore the foundational principles and practical implementation of Standards-Based Grading (SBG). We will discuss how SBG shifts the focus from traditional point-based grading to a system that emphasizes mastery of learning objectives, promoting student growth and clarity in assessment. Through group discussions, hands-on activities, and real-world examples, attendees will learn how to create and use standards-based rubrics, provide meaningful feedback, and navigate challenges in transitioning to SBG. By the end of the session, participants will leave with actionable strategies to begin implementing SBG in their schools, taking small steps that can have a big impact on student learning and engagement.

Outcomes:
Participants will,

1. be able to understand the core principles of standards based grading (SBG)
2. learn practical strategies for implementing SBG 
3. identify challenges transitioning to SBG
4. experience hands-on application

We live in a world where students connect multiple sources of information, leverage skills in novel contexts, and pursue varied interests—all while navigating volatile and uncertain futures. We want rigor without anxiety and high standards for diverse students, yet our current secondary programs don’t always flex to support us. This workshop delves into competency-based assessment—and the teaching and learning systems undergirding it—as a viable solution for upper school levels. Bring your burning questions and get them answered by actual designers who have built such a system and evolved it over more than two decades. Walk away with sample practices, inspired tasks, and visions of reporting that honor individual growth trajectories. Join Catherine Saldutti & Trish Beck of EduChange for this engaging session.

Outcomes:

1. To debunk myths about competency-based assessment practices
2. To explore interconnections between task design, competencies, content & pedagogy
3. To gain an appreciation of how competency-based assessment marks the intersection of equity, well-being and rigor
4. To get your questions answered from experienced designers who have built a multi-year competency-based assessment system for Grades 8-12 science