Hot Topics in Education: Professional Development Webinar

The University of Northern Iowa has a rich history in teacher education and is involved in many state and national efforts to enhance teacher preparation and student learning. As part of UNI's College of Education outreach efforts, educators will benefit from free professional development webinars taught by UNI faculty and staff. These professional development presentations include education topics such as classroom management, leadership, innovation in the classroom, curricular development and other hot topics nationally recognized hot topics.

The University of Northern Iowa Professional Development program is offering a free webinar, "Iowa's Research & Development School - Strategic Directions and Iowa Connectivity," presented by Lyn Countryman, interim director of Malcolm Price Laboratory School, Iowa's Research and Development School; and Jody Stone, professor at the R&D School and professor of chemistry and biochemistry, at 4 p.m. (CST), Thursday, February 23.

The vision of Iowa's R&D School is to serve as a hub to implement evidence-based practices in teaching and learning for Iowa students and teachers. Through competency based learning and collaborative inquiry, the school is a resource for pre-service through career educators to grow in professional competence. One goal to achieve this vision is to establish statewide sites for conducting research, demonstrating best teaching practices, mentoring and assessment. This webinar will cover the research currently occurring at the R&D School, existing collaborative partnerships with K-12 districts and new opportunities to partner with the R&D school to build a statewide learning network.

Space is limited and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Register today!

For more information, contact Dr. Mary Herring, Associate Dean Office at (319) 273-2719.