I Canva believe you used that.
Level: EC, primary
Presenter: Ms. Ana Escobedo, Corpus Christi ISD
Location: University Center 210
New, aspiring, and veteran teachers: Learn new ways to use Canva for education in your classroom.
Exploring cultural diversity in the classroom: What is the teacher’s role?
Level: EC, primary
Presenter: Ms. Bascolyne Day, Promesa College Prep West Corpus Christi
Location: Engineering 107
How can we foster cooperation amongst various social groups and accomplish shared objectives? Explore how diversity in the classroom fosters creativity by providing a forum for students to express themselves. Teachers that expose their students to a variety of creative ideas stimulate them to study, reconsider preconceived views, and develop new ideas and viewpoints. Thus, cultural diversity serves as the foundation for innovative thought and creative thinking.
STEM resources
Level: Primary
Presenter: Ms. Christina Campos, West Oso ISD
Location: CI 106
Let's chat about some STEM Resources: Science fairs, grants, and travel.
Bringing joy as a way to enhance skill development: Behavior science, engagement, and learning to love school
Level: Primary
Presenter: Mrs. Ambra Sherrod, Texas A&M University Corpus Christi & Kingsville ISD
Location: Engineering 106
Learn about basic behavioral principles and the science of why we enjoy things, from a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Further examination on motivation and conditioned motivating operations will demonstrate utility for increasing engagement during instruction and facilitate participants understanding on how to make the classroom a place of joy for diverse groups of students.
Infusing the science of reading into your classroom while providing students with the instruction they deserve
Level: Primary, higher education
Presenter: Dr. Bethanie Pletcher, Mrs. Marilyn Nicol, Mrs. Jennifer Brown, & Mrs. Hannah Stephens Patton-Elliott, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Location: University Center 221
How do you implement the science of reading information that the state is requiring while still providing students with the instruction they deserve? We will present several strategies teachers can easily implement into their classrooms to align the science(s) of reading with research and best practice.
Therapy dogs in schools
Level: All levels PK12
Presenter: Ms. Erika Torres, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Location: University Center 320
There is intense pressure on children in school environments. Learn about how therapy dogs help children learn social skills, preventing social isolation. Besides positively impacting children's emotional well-being, therapy dogs also contribute to cognitive development. Some of the key benefits of interacting with therapy dogs include Stimulating memory and problem-solving skills. This helps in reducing stress levels that would otherwise affect learning.
The role of schools in addressing the physical inactivity pandemic: Reimagining education as a public health imperative
Level: All levels PK12, higher education
Presenter: Dr. Collin A. Webster, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Location: University Center 317
More than 80% of children and adolescents do not meet public health guidelines for daily physical activity and are not reaping the physical, mental, social and emotional benefits of a physically active lifestyle. The school setting presents an unparalleled opportunity to ensure all children meet physical activity guidelines. This presentation focuses on whole-of-school physical activity promotion and its power to leverage both health and academic outcomes among American youth.
The dandelion framework for leadership
Level: All levels PK12, higher education
Presenter: Dr. LeAnne Salazar Montoya, University of Nevada Las Vegas
Location: University Center 216
Leadership Commentary: 6 Capitals to Make or Break Your Success. Seeking to understand the underpinnings of the current tenets of leadership many aspiring leaders seek to navigate the often veiled and mysterious backdrop of the leadership pipeline. After mentoring, modeling, and mirroring skills that today's leaders need, this framework will review key tenets of leadership, especially for underrepresented minority educators.
The STAR Legacy Cycle: An inquiry cycle that mimics the way in which geoscientists and biologists work on research projects.
Level: Middle school, secondary
Presenter: Dr. Cherie McCollough, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Location: Engineering 104
The STAR Legacy Cycle is an inquiry cycle that organizes educational resources and lessons in extended inquiry projects, engaging learners in activities that imitate the way scientists approach and solve problems. Through active, collaborative achievement in problem solving, learners acquire knowledge and skills, practice tasks that are real, and adopt the practices of discipline experts.
Creating immersive VR learning spaces without coding
Level: Middle school, secondary, higher education
Presenter: Mrs. Aurelia O'Neil & Mrs. Shelby Sharpe, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Location: Engineering 101
In this hands-on session, learn to build customized 3D virtual reality learning spaces for your classroom or organization using no-code platforms. Experience VR's capabilities firsthand to engage students. Bring laptop to participate. Attendees are recommended to bring their own technology to participate in a hands-on session.
Reimagining student outcomes for students with differing abilities: The student-led micro business movement
Level: Secondary, higher education
Presenter: Ms. Grace Aguirre-Garcia, Texas A&M University-San Antonio
Location: Engineering 108
Welcome to the Burleson School for Innovation and Education, where we educate 18+ transition students into the pathway of their dream, be it work, career, post-secondary college or university, and/or independent living. This session will provide both administrators and educators alike a working understanding of how utilizing student-led microbusinesses has changed the life trajectory for many of our students, and you can do it too!
Reimagine servingness as a pedagogical tool for postsecondary transition
Level: Secondary, higher education
Presenter: Dr. Kevin J. Bazner, Ms. Bernadette Flores, Dr. Matthew Tedrow, Kristeen Baum, & Dr. Rosie Banda, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Location: CI 107
Come reimagine and rethink how we can foster seamless transitions for Latinx students to higher education. With a focus on Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs), participants will discuss how embracing 'servingness' as a pedagogical and transitional tool can enhance student support, reduce institutional barriers, and empower Latinx students’ journeys from high school through college graduation.
Disproportionate representations of minoritized students in special education: A call to action
Level: Higher education
Presenter: Ms. Gillian Benedetti, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Location: CI 108
Students from minoritized populations are more likely to experience racial disparities in special education enrollment (Donovan & Cross, 2002). Researchers purport that this disproportionality likely stems from an inequitable educational system (Cooc, 2019), that is not immune from bias and racism (Harry & Klinger, 2014). What are some conversations that may need to occur to address structural biases?