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In this presentation, we will explore practical, research-based strategies for enhancing vocabulary instruction in secondary classrooms. Participants will learn how to implement effective methods that support students in acquiring, retaining, and applying new vocabulary across various subject areas. We will discuss the importance of contextual learning, vocabulary assessment, and techniques for fostering word consciousness. By the end of the session, teachers will leave with ready-to-use tools and resources to improve students’ academic language and overall comprehension. This emphasizes both practical techniques and academic outcomes to engage teachers. (Previously Presented at WeLearn 2024)

Experience 10 fun stations where you will learn how to DO and TEACH the skills that transforms your student science fair projects to the next level. From the correct way to keep a logbook to a complete statistics statement, you will learn in 3 hours what normally takes years of experience to acquire. Bring a laptop, paper and a folder to take back forms to make teaching research easier!

This session explores how the Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center equips students with industry-relevant skills, hands-on experience, and certifications that lead to high-demand careers. This session will cover all things Cape CTC! (Similar to WeLearn 2024, but Updated)

AI is not going away, so we need to find a way to coexist with these tools. During this session, we will explore ways for students to use generative AI tools in ways that are safe, ethical, responsible, and support learning.

*As of March 18, 2025, Gemini for Google Workspace for Education, ChatGPT, and Perplexity are available to users age 13+ with parental consent. Canva & Grammarly are available to users under 18 without parental consent.

This presentation offers actionable strategies to improve reading comprehension across all content areas in secondary classrooms. Teachers will explore methods to help students actively engage with texts, including questioning techniques, summarization, and making inferences. We will also delve into approaches for scaffolding complex texts and encouraging critical thinking to deepen understanding. By the end of the session, educators will have a toolkit of strategies to support diverse learners in becoming more confident, independent readers who can comprehend and analyze challenging material. This description focuses on practical strategies and the development of deeper comprehension skills. (Previously Presented at WeLearn 2024)

The art of storytelling has been around centuries and has been a highly effective way of delivering messages in a way that resonates differently for each person. In this session, I will run you threw a few stories to help you reframe and rethink of situations differently that I have shared with my students and athletes for years to help them succeed in the classroom, within their sport and in life. (Previously Presented at WeLearn 2024)

Fluency is more than just reading quickly—it's the bridge between word recognition and comprehension. In this session, secondary educators will explore practical and research-based strategies to build reading fluency across all subject areas. Participants will learn how to support students in developing automaticity, prosody, and expression to improve overall comprehension and academic success. Whether you're a language arts teacher or teach content-heavy subjects like science or social studies, this session will provide tools to help students become more confident, capable readers. Attendees will leave with ready-to-use classroom strategies, fluency-building activities, and resources tailored for middle and high school learners. (Previously Presented at WeLearn 2024)

Tired of the same old Canvas routine? This session offers practical tech tools to simplify your workflow and boost student engagement. Learn how to integrate Chrome extensions, websites, and activities directly into your Canvas courses for a more dynamic learning environment.

Ready to ditch the devices and get your students moving? Get students out from behind screens and engaged in friendly competition and activities perfect for review, reinforcement, and fun. We'll play, discuss, and explore how to easily integrate these games into your classroom.