Learning Opportunities
Site Visits
A library of course options to learn and explore strategies for applying personalized learning practices.
Learning Hub
Collaborative, half-day site visits with classroom walkthroughs and learner and educator panels.
Short videos showcasing personalized practices aligned to the PL framework.
Book studies are offered throughout the school year for individuals to engage in collaborative learning.
Book Studies
PL in Action
In person gatherings provide opportunities to connect, learn and grow.
Convenings
Convenings
12-13
June
2024
Northern Cass Personalized Learning Institute
Location: Northern Cass School, 16021 18th St. SE, Hunter, ND 58048
Northern Cass is proud to announce the 2024 Northern Cass Personalized Learning Institute is coming soon! You will hear from experts in the field on how they have led their districts in the transformation to personalized learning. National keynoters include Virgel Hammonds, Dr. Joe Sanfelippo, Aylon Samouha, and Dr. Phil Warrick. Additional keynoters are Matt Shea, Cederick Ellis, and Deborah Gist who collectively bring practical expertise and will inspire you with strategies and stories to shift your practice! Not only will you hear their story, but you will also be able to work in small groups and receive coaching from experts while leaving with an action plan on how to begin or continue your transformation. You will also be the first attendees to hear a ‘Call to Action’ by learners as to why we need to transform our current system of education! Breakout sessions will be led by educators from across the country. This conference is for everyone as there will be breakout sessions for all areas! Administrators, teachers, and specialists will find ideas and strategies to implement immediately in your district. The cost of the conference is $160/person or $135/person for groups of 5 or more. Join us for the Personalized Learning Institute on Wednesday, June 12th and Thursday, June 13th. The conference will be held at Northern Cass School in Hunter, North Dakota.
Book Studies
Personalized Learning Topics & Possible Books:
Assessment & Feedback
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Designing Authentic Performance Task and Projects: Tools For Meaningful Learning and Assessment by Jay McTighe
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Developing Assessment - Capable Visible Learners, Grades K-12: Maximizing Skill, Will, and Thrill by Nancy Frey
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The Discomfort Zone: How Leaders Turn Difficult Conversations Into Breakthroughs by Marcia Reynolds
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Coaching Conversations: Transforming Your School One Conversation At a Time by Linda Gross Cheliotes
Agency & Engagement
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Collective Student Efficacy: Developing Independent and Interdependent Learners by Hattie
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Engagement By Design: Creating Learning Environments Where Students Thrive by Douglas Fisher
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Personal & Authentic: Designing Learning Experiences That Impact a Lifetime By Thomas C. Murray
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Teaching to Empower: Taking Action To Foster Student Agency, Self-Confidence, and Collaboration by Debbie Zacarian
Collective Efficacy & Leadership
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Dare To Lead by Brene’ Brown
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Daring Greatly by Brene’ Brown
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Collective Efficacy: How Educators’ Beliefs Impact Student Learning by Jenni Donahoo
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The Teacher Credibility and Collective Efficacy Playbook: Grades K-12 by Douglas Fisher
Social Emotional Learning
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Onward by Eileen Agulielera
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Coaching Educators Wellness: A Guide To Supporting New and Experienced Teachers by Tina Boogren
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180 Days Of Self-Care For Busy Educators by Tina Boogren
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Educator Wellness: A Guide For Sustaining Physical, Mental, Emotional, Social Well-Being by Timothy D. Kanold
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From Burnt Out To Fired Up: Reigniting Your Passion For Teaching by Morgane Michael
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Atomic Habits by James Clear
Site Visits & Learning Workshops
25
April
2024
YCC Site Visit
Time: 9:00-2:00
Location: 701 16th Ave. SW, Mandan, ND
Description: The visit will include a short tour of NDYCC, a history of campus, along with opportunities to visit classrooms and engage with students. You will be able to look at the Profile of a Life Long Learner including rubrics as well as teaching progressions and pre-assessments. Teachers can share their progress and how it will impact learning across content.
Workshop Focus Areas: Learner Supports, Continuum of Learning