Topics
| Educational Neuroscience for Teaching and Learning |
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| Kelli Green – 507-354-8221 Ext. 216 or greenkl@mlc-wels.edu Through educational neuroscience we are learning more and more about how God created the brain to develop through connection. The past two years have forced us to take a closer look at how the stress response affects how the brain is wired and continues to re-wire throughout life. We will take a look at this research from the perspective of the educator and the student. We will use a universal design for learning mindset to establish safe and healing educational environments where God’s love clears the path for all learning. Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) go together. Whether your school is already fully engaged with these tools or you are a new administrator or educator to SEL and/or PBIS, this workshop can ignite your evidence-based practices as you design for the individual classroom or whole school. Learners need educators to be prepared to meet them where they are socially, emotionally, behaviorally, and spiritually. Among the positive outcomes are higher academic achievement, lower frequency of behavioral outbursts and office referrals, and God’s love as the most powerful tool we can use to uplift students, families, and colleagues. Length: 1 to 3 hours | Projector and Screen Required |
| Multi-Tiered Systems of Support |
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| Kelli Green – 507-354-8221 Ext. 216 or greenkl@mlc-wels.edu From the general education classroom, through the intervention process, and to referral to special education, the navigation of local Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS) can be confusing and challenging. What exactly do WELS educators need to know and why is it important for us to know? The goal is collaboration between public and private school professionals to support exceptional learners but when that is not possible, what can we do to meet the needs of all learners? Length: 1 to 2 hours | Projector and Screen Required |
| Serving Exceptional Students: Advocacy and Special Education Law |
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| Kelli Green – 507-354-8221 Ext. 216 or greenkl@mlc-wels.edu As educators strive to improve inclusive practices and expand into special education practices in WELS schools, key understandings empower collaboration with key specialists and public school professionals. God’s word defines why we serve students collaboratively. Federal and state laws lay a foundation detailing how we work within teams to support students from the moment data shows us they need more support to possibly requiring special education. Understanding the expertise and perspective of each team member empowers us to focus on the goal of serving students to the glory of God. Length: 1 to 3 hours | Projector and Screen Required |
| Special Education and Inclusive Instructional Practices |
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| Dr. Kari Muente – 920-342-9011 or muenteka@mlc-wels.edu The presentation addresses the academic challenges facing today’s inclusive classroom. The session will discuss how today’s classroom no longer contains average students, but students with various learning characteristics, including students with Learning, Emotional, and Behavior Disabilities. The discussion will also center around how general education teachers can meet the needs of all their students, both with and without disabilities, to ensure all students have equal access to the curriculum. Length: 50 minutes | Projector and Screen Required |
| The Neuroscience of Behavior |
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| Kelli Green – 507-354-8221 Ext. 216 or greenkl@mlc-wels.edu When all behavior is communication, educators need to understand how God created the brain to function. This presentation looks at educational neuroscience, trauma, and student/teacher interaction in the classroom from the Biblical perspective. Length: 50 to 60 minutes | Projector and Screen Required, Internet Required |
| Using Primary Sources to Enhance Social Studies Content Knowledge |
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| Dr. Kari Muente – 920-342-9011 or muenteka@mlc-wels.edu The presentation addresses the advantages of using primary sources over the traditional social studies textbook to engage students in historical thinking and inquiry. Participants will learn how to successfully use and adapt primary sources for all grade levels. Participants will also engage in small group activities and discussions. Handouts and examples will be made available. Length: 50 minutes | Projector and Screen Required |
