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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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IMS OverDrive Selection Committee

Instructional Technology/ IS

May 20, 2025
8:30 am to 12:00 pm

The committee will continue to select and curate titles for our IU13 IMS OverDrive collection.

Exploring the 3-Dimensional Framework Behind the STEELS Standards

Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental Literacy and Sustainability

June 9, 2025
8:30 am to 3:30 pm

Join us as we dive into the dynamic world of the 3-Dimensional Framework behind the STEELS standards. Discover how this researched approach revolutionizes science, tech & engineering, and environmental education by bringing the curriculum to life. This workshop offers valuable resources to help understand the new standards and how they...
Join us as we dive into the dynamic world of the 3-Dimensional Framework behind the STEELS standards. Discover how this researched approach revolutionizes science, tech & engineering, and environmental education by bringing the curriculum to life. This workshop offers valuable resources to help understand the new standards and how they lead to instructional shifts in the classroom. You'll leave with a clearer understanding of how the standards were developed and how to implement them within your grade level, course, and/or school. Lunch on your own
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Phenomena 2.0 Workshop

Science, Technology, Engineering, Environmental Literacy and Sustainability

June 10, 2025
8:30 am to 2:30 pm

Ready to see MORE examples of phenomena-based learning in the classroom? This brand new workshop will go through additional strategies and examples of how to incorporate the STEELS standards into your classroom. Examples for elementary, middle, and high school will be shared. Be prepared to be immersed in the classroom...
Ready to see MORE examples of phenomena-based learning in the classroom? This brand new workshop will go through additional strategies and examples of how to incorporate the STEELS standards into your classroom. Examples for elementary, middle, and high school will be shared. Be prepared to be immersed in the classroom examples and walk away with classroom ready strategies! Lunch on your own
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Teacher Clarity Institute

Curriculum and Instruction/ IS

June 12, 2025 Series
8:30 am to 3:30 pm

Students learn more when expectations are clear. This Teacher Clarity 2-day professional learning workshop facilitated by Dr. John Almarode, Professor of Education in the College of Education at James Madison University and co-author of the Teacher Clarity Playbook, 2nd Edition, will unpack a process for designing instruction that invites students...
Students learn more when expectations are clear. This Teacher Clarity 2-day professional learning workshop facilitated by Dr. John Almarode, Professor of Education in the College of Education at James Madison University and co-author of the Teacher Clarity Playbook, 2nd Edition, will unpack a process for designing instruction that invites students into the learning process. Working alongside peers, teachers will learn how to explicitly communicate to students what they will be learning on a given day, why they're learning it, and how to know if they were successful. The Teacher Clarity framework encourages a culture of assessment-capable visible learners who take ownership of their learning journey. And when learners have agency, student engagement and achievement soar. Additional Infomration All participants will receive a copy of the Teacher Clarity Playbook, 2nd Edition. Participants should bring their own fully charged laptops. Lunch will be provided Cost IU13 Member Districts Individual Registration - $399.00 School Team of 4 - $1,400 School Team of 8 - - $2,800 Cost Non - IU13 Member Districts Individual Registration - $480.00 School Team of 4 - By School Team of 4 - $1,680 School Team of 8 - By School Team of 8 - $3,360 Invoicing will be processed after the event and will reflect the number of participants from their school (registrants should choose individual pricing as their cost option.) For more information and to review the flyer, please click on the following link Teacher Clarity Flyer.
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Teacher Clarity Institute – Non Public Option

Curriculum and Instruction/ IS

June 12, 2025 Series
8:30 am to 3:30 pm

*** NON PUBLIC OPTION*** Students learn more when expectations are clear. This Teacher Clarity 2-day professional learning workshop facilitated by Dr. John Almarode, Professor of Education in the College of Education at James Madison University and co-author of the Teacher Clarity Playbook, 2nd Edition, will unpack a process for designing...
*** NON PUBLIC OPTION*** Students learn more when expectations are clear. This Teacher Clarity 2-day professional learning workshop facilitated by Dr. John Almarode, Professor of Education in the College of Education at James Madison University and co-author of the Teacher Clarity Playbook, 2nd Edition, will unpack a process for designing instruction that invites students into the learning process. Working alongside peers, teachers will learn how to explicitly communicate to students what they will be learning on a given day, why they're learning it, and how to know if they were successful. The Teacher Clarity framework encourages a culture of assessment-capable visible learners who take ownership of their learning journey. And when learners have agency, student engagement and achievement soar. Additional Infomration All participants will receive a copy of the Teacher Clarity Playbook, 2nd Edition. Participants should bring their own fully charged laptops. Lunch will be provided Cost $90.00 (Title II Funds may be used) Invoicing will be processed after the event and will reflect the number of participants from their school (registrants should choose individual pricing as their cost option.) For more information and to review the flyer, please click on the following link Teacher Clarity Flyer- Non Public.
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2025 STEP w EbD Summer Workshop in Pennsylvania – ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Instructional Technology/ IS

June 12, 2025 Series
8:00 am to 4:00 pm

The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) is providing this four-day, hands-on workshop where participants will take a deep dive into the Engineering byDesign Grade PreK-5 curricular resource to support the implementation of the STEELS Technology & Engineering Standards. Note: Participants will receive an $816/person stipend to cover transportation, lodging, and...
The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) is providing this four-day, hands-on workshop where participants will take a deep dive into the Engineering byDesign Grade PreK-5 curricular resource to support the implementation of the STEELS Technology & Engineering Standards. Note: Participants will receive an $816/person stipend to cover transportation, lodging, and meals. PARTICIPANTS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A LETTER OF SUPPORT FROM YOUR DIRECT SUPERVISOR Letters of support can be sent to Suzanne_kopp@iu13.org
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2025 STEP w EbD Summer Workshop in Pennsylvania – HIGH SCHOOL

Instructional Technology/ IS

June 12, 2025 Series
8:00 am to 4:00 pm

The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) is providing this four-day, hands-on workshop where participants will take a deep dive into the Engineering byDesign Grade 9-12 curricular resource to support the implementation of the STEELS Technology & Engineering Standards. Note: Participants will receive an $816/person stipend to cover transportation, lodging, and...
The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) is providing this four-day, hands-on workshop where participants will take a deep dive into the Engineering byDesign Grade 9-12 curricular resource to support the implementation of the STEELS Technology & Engineering Standards. Note: Participants will receive an $816/person stipend to cover transportation, lodging, and meals. PARTICIPANTS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A LETTER OF SUPPORT FROM YOUR DIRECT SUPERVISOR Letters of support can be sent to Suzanne_kopp@iu13.org
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2025 STEP w EbD Summer Workshop in Pennsylvania – MIDDLE SCHOOL

Instructional Technology/ IS

June 12, 2025 Series
8:00 am to 4:00 pm

The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) is providing this four-day, hands-on workshop where participants will take a deep dive into the Engineering byDesign Grade 6-8 curricular resource to support the implementation of the STEELS Technology & Engineering Standards. Note: Participants will receive an $816/person stipend to cover transportation, lodging, and...
The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) is providing this four-day, hands-on workshop where participants will take a deep dive into the Engineering byDesign Grade 6-8 curricular resource to support the implementation of the STEELS Technology & Engineering Standards. Note: Participants will receive an $816/person stipend to cover transportation, lodging, and meals. PARTICIPANTS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A LETTER OF SUPPORT FROM YOUR DIRECT SUPERVISOR Letters of support can be sent to Suzanne_kopp@iu13.org
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Engineering byDesign (EbD) ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Workshop

Instructional Technology/ IS

June 12, 2025 Series
8:00 am to 4:00 pm

This is a four-day, hands-on workshop where participants will dive into the Engineering byDesign Grade PreK-5 curricular resources. Through our STEM framework, EbD incorporates STEM disciplines along with English Language Arts, equipping students with the skills and understanding needed to navigate and address the complexities of tomorrow's world.COST: ITEEA Member...
This is a four-day, hands-on workshop where participants will dive into the Engineering byDesign Grade PreK-5 curricular resources. Through our STEM framework, EbD incorporates STEM disciplines along with English Language Arts, equipping students with the skills and understanding needed to navigate and address the complexities of tomorrow's world.COST: ITEEA Member $699 (Click the box below that states ACT48) ITEEA Non-member $899 (Click the box below for ACT48 - NOT IU13 Area) Registration Fee Only, it is up to each participant to cover and set up travel, meals, and lodging.
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Engineering byDesign (EbD) HIGH SCHOOL Workshop

Instructional Technology/ IS

June 12, 2025 Series
8:00 am to 4:00 pm

This is a four-day, hands-on workshop where participants will dive into the Engineering byDesign Grade 9-12 curricular resources. Through our STEM framework, EbD incorporates STEM disciplines along with English Language Arts, equipping students with the skills and understanding needed to navigate and address the complexities of tomorrow's world.COST: ITEEA Member...
This is a four-day, hands-on workshop where participants will dive into the Engineering byDesign Grade 9-12 curricular resources. Through our STEM framework, EbD incorporates STEM disciplines along with English Language Arts, equipping students with the skills and understanding needed to navigate and address the complexities of tomorrow's world.COST: ITEEA Member $699 (Click the box below that states ACT48) ITEEA Non-member $899 (Click the box below for ACT48 - NOT IU13 Area) Registration Fee Only, it is up to each participant to cover and set up travel, meals, and lodging.
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