Professional Learning Opportunities
Welcome to the IU13’s professional learning offerings from the Educational Technology and Teaching and Learning Collaborative teams!
Discover tailored professional learning opportunities, easily filtered by category below or explore our calendar on Frontline for a wide variety of sessions designed to elevate your skills.
For more information or to initiate collaboration, please contact our Educational Technology team or our Teaching and Learning Collaborative team.
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Beyond Recall: Unveiling 3-Dimensional Understanding
Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM)/ IS
December 5, 2024
8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Welcome to the future of STEELS education, where traditional multiple-choice tests give way to 3-Dimensional assessments, spotlighting science and engineering practices (SEPs) and cross-cutting concepts (CCCs) alongside disciplinary core ideas (DCIs). In this transformative workshop, we'll explore innovative strategies for assessing students' conceptual understanding through real-world, authentic scenarios. Empower your...
Welcome to the future of STEELS education, where traditional multiple-choice tests give way to 3-Dimensional assessments, spotlighting science and engineering practices (SEPs) and cross-cutting concepts (CCCs) alongside disciplinary core ideas (DCIs). In this transformative workshop, we'll explore innovative strategies for assessing students' conceptual understanding through real-world, authentic scenarios. Empower your students to apply their knowledge in meaningful ways, preparing them for the complexities of the real world. Lunch on your own
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IMS Lending Library Certification Training
Instructional Technology/ IS
November 11, 2025
8:30 am to 11:30 am
Participants will have the opportunity and time to explore a variety of Computer Science tools and equipment available in the IMS Lending Library, and interact with other educators to brainstorm hands-on classroom uses for integrating Computer Science and STEELS standards. This hands-on session will provide certification for the IMS Lending...
Participants will have the opportunity and time to explore a variety of Computer Science tools and equipment available in the IMS Lending Library, and interact with other educators to brainstorm hands-on classroom uses for integrating Computer Science and STEELS standards. This hands-on session will provide certification for the IMS Lending Materials which includes the StarLab portable planetariums, the AR/VR mobile device kits, and the TransfrVR headsets.
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Performance Tasks That Matter: Designing Inspiring and Engaging Performance Task
Curriculum and Instruction/ IS
November 12, 2025
8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Research highlights the critical role of performance tasks in fostering deeper learning and assessing complex mathematical understanding. Yet, many tasks fall short of engaging and inspiring students. In this workshop, participants will learn how to design performance tasks and assessments rooted in the GRASPS framework while ensuring they are relevant,...
Research highlights the critical role of performance tasks in fostering deeper learning and assessing complex mathematical understanding. Yet, many tasks fall short of engaging and inspiring students. In this workshop, participants will learn how to design performance tasks and assessments rooted in the GRASPS framework while ensuring they are relevant, meaningful, and aligned with research-based best practices. Explore strategies to create tasks that captivate students, encourage critical thinking, and connect to real-world applications . Leave with an understanding of what makes a task effective and a ready-to-implement task tailored to your classroom. Please note: Lunch on your own Cost: Fully funded by the PDE STEM SSOS
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Digital Dialogue: Building a Shared Vision for Digital Learning
Join us for a collaborative experience where we'll explore ways to empower students with the skills, support, and guardrails they need to thrive in a tech-driven world. * Identify essential digital literacy and citizenship skills * Surface the most pressing challenges students face * Co-design a shared framework for student-centered...
Join us for a collaborative experience where we'll explore ways to empower students with the skills, support, and guardrails they need to thrive in a tech-driven world. * Identify essential digital literacy and citizenship skills * Surface the most pressing challenges students face * Co-design a shared framework for student-centered digital learning-grounded in responsible media use, device habits, and actionable strategies. Come curious. Leave inspired. All voices welcome- whether you're just starting the conversation or ready to lead the charge!
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Coach Mentor Collaborative Fall Regional Conference at IU13
Curriculum and Instruction/ IS
November 13, 2025
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Join us for the Regional Collaborative Coaching Conference! This event-brought to you by IU12, IU13, IU14, & IU15. Work with coaches from your region during this day of professional learning to utilize leadership skills in the coaching role. *Offered Virtual and In Person*
Join us for the Regional Collaborative Coaching Conference! This event-brought to you by IU12, IU13, IU14, & IU15. Work with coaches from your region during this day of professional learning to utilize leadership skills in the coaching role. *Offered Virtual and In Person*
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Elevating Science & Engineering Practices: Strengthening Student Thinking and Engagement
Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental Literacy and Sustainability
November 13, 2025
8:30 am to 3:30 pm
"Deepen student learning by refining how Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs) are implemented in the classroom. This workshop will explore high-leverage strategies that push students beyond surface-level engagement, fostering critical thinking, persistence, and inquiry-driven learning. Through video case studies, instructional reflections, and lesson adaptations, educators will analyze and apply a...
"Deepen student learning by refining how Science and Engineering Practices (SEPs) are implemented in the classroom. This workshop will explore high-leverage strategies that push students beyond surface-level engagement, fostering critical thinking, persistence, and inquiry-driven learning. Through video case studies, instructional reflections, and lesson adaptations, educators will analyze and apply a continuum of SEP implementation to ensure all students engage in meaningful, rigorous science experiences. Walk away with actionable strategies and tools to enhance sensemaking and elevate student discourse. "
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Making Magic at IU13: MagicSchool Hands-on Learning for Educators
Instructional Technology/ IS
November 17, 2025
8:30 am to 3:00 pm
Join us for an engaging, hands-on session designed to help educators and instructional coaches unlock the full potential of MagicSchool. In this workshop, you will: • Explore how AI can meaningfully enhance your work, streamlining planning, supporting best practices, and sparking new ideas for teaching and learning • Dive into...
Join us for an engaging, hands-on session designed to help educators and instructional coaches unlock the full potential of MagicSchool. In this workshop, you will: • Explore how AI can meaningfully enhance your work, streamlining planning, supporting best practices, and sparking new ideas for teaching and learning • Dive into customization capabilities that let you align MagicSchool with your own curriculum, district priorities, and professional learning goals • Step into the student experience to see firsthand how AI can nurture critical thinking, promote independence, and make learning more personal and engaging In the afternoon, educators will have time and support to apply what you've learned, whether that means designing a new learning experience, building your own custom tools, developing coaching resources, or crafting professional learning sessions. You'll leave with practical strategies, authentic examples, and a clear plan for bringing more magic to your classroom, team, or school community. *All attendees will receive complimentary MagicSchool Plus access if they do not already have Enterprise access through their district
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Librarians’ Collaborative
These POC collaborative meetings are for Lancaster and Lebanon County library stakeholders, including AccessPA member libraries, for the purpose of providing pertinent information concerning technology tools, ethical and legal issues, and professional development opportunities. In addition, time will be devoted for new learning and exploration for the integration of IMS...
These POC collaborative meetings are for Lancaster and Lebanon County library stakeholders, including AccessPA member libraries, for the purpose of providing pertinent information concerning technology tools, ethical and legal issues, and professional development opportunities. In addition, time will be devoted for new learning and exploration for the integration of IMS and other tools/strategies supporting all content area curricula.
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Tech Media Integrators Collaborative
Monthly meetings will provide school district technology and media staff with a forum for training and sharing in the uses of technology and media in curriculum and instruction. These collaborative meetings will focus on participant needs and initiatives.
Productivity meets Creativity: Choosing the right Apple Suite App
Apple's powerful suite of iPad apps - Pages, Keynote, and Numbers - offers more than just basic word processing, presentations, and spreadsheets. These tools blend productivity with creativity, helping users to design engaging and interactive documents. In this hands-on session, you'll explore when and why to use each app, discover...
Apple's powerful suite of iPad apps - Pages, Keynote, and Numbers - offers more than just basic word processing, presentations, and spreadsheets. These tools blend productivity with creativity, helping users to design engaging and interactive documents. In this hands-on session, you'll explore when and why to use each app, discover features that enhance both creative expression and practical efficiency, and learn how to choose the right tool for the task. This session will help you unlock the full potential of Apple's suite.
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