Out of District Professional Learning Opportunities

  • This site houses a list of opportunities not sponsored by the district but may still be of interest. 

     

    The Alaska Staff Development Network(ASDN) provides several opportunities for Professional Learning for Alaskan Educators, including Alaska Studies and Multicultural Education. to see their new webinars and in-person learning opportunities.

     

    Î÷Ê©Ö±²¥APP School District is a Level 1 District all courses in ASDN are eligible for salary advancement within ASD. Courses can also be found in Frontline. 

     

    CHECK BACK SOON FOR INFORMATION REGARDING AEA STIPENDS FOR ATTENDING THE 2025 MTSS CONFERENCE! REGISTRATION OPENS OCTOBER 7TH, 2024!

     

    For questions, please contact an ASDN representative at asdn@alaskaacsa.org.

     

     

    Check out these NO-Cost PD Opportunities through ASDN!

     

    What:  Mini Workshop for K-5 Educators, NO optional credit available

    Join us to learn fun, easy and grade-appropriate ways to celebrate Digital Citizenship Week October 14-18. Help your students explore the differences between personal and private information and what it means to be responsible and respectful online.

     

    When:  October 8

     

    Time: 4:00-6:00 pm

    What: Webinar Series for K-12 Educators; Optional Credit available 

    (open the link to register)

    Explore the concept of Mindframes as powerful drivers for creating fortifying school cultures that accelerate student learning, foster a sense of belonging, honor dimensions of identities, and promote educational equity. Mindframes refer to the underlying beliefs and attitudes that shape educators’ perceptions, decisions, and actions in learning communities. We will highlight the Visible Learning influences that accelerate or hijack thinking and learning in schools and classroom communities as they relate to belonging, identities, and equity.

     

    When: October 15, 22, 29 and November 5 

     

    Time: 3:45-5:15 pm

    What: Webinar Series for K-5 Educators, optional credit available

    Join us in this engaging workshop designed for elementary educators with experience using the Code.org curriculum to integrate computer science in their classrooms. Come explore the website's changes and see all the new available curricula. In your curriculum, we’ll also experience the intersection of coding and ELA, mathematical concepts, social studies, and science, tying it into our cultures in Alaska. Facilitator: Tammy Morris

     

    When: November 7, 14, and 21

     

    Time: 4:00-6:00 pm

    What: Mini-Workshop for 2-6 Educators, NO optional credit available 

    Introduce your 2-6 grade students to AI with two engaging activities: AI for Oceans and an AI Dance Party!

    AI for Oceans: Computer science is about so much more than coding! Learn about artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, training data, and bias while exploring ethical issues and how AI can address world problems. Enjoy Code.org's first step in a new journey to teach more about AI. When you use AI for Oceans activity, you train real machine learning models.

    Dance Party: AI Edition Learn about artificial intelligence (AI) concepts to create your own virtual dance party showcasing today's top artists. With dozens of songs to choose from, it reaches every student, regardless of their musical taste. It's time to strut your stuff!

     

    When: November 12

     

    Time:  4:00- 6:00 pm

    What: Mini-Workshop for K-8 Educators, NO optional credit available

    The Hour of Code, a global event celebrated in over 180 countries, will take place from December 9-13. and is celebrated worldwide in 180+ countries. Join us to get prepared and discover the resources, lessons, and big events we have planned for your students. We offer suitable for all grade levels that students can explore and enjoy throughout the year! Explore to see what is possible.

     

    When: December 2

     

    Time:  4:00-6:00 pm

    What: Webinar Series for K-12 Educators, optional credit available

    Would you like to become more comfortable with AI in your professional world? Join us to obtain the information, insight, resources, and tools to support your professional growth and your students’ futures in the world of AI. In this workshop, we'll explore: 

    • AI literacy for both educators and students, 
    • Common applications of AI in various fields, illustrating its broad impact and potential,
    • Guiding principles when using AI in an educational context and how to effectively evaluate and use AI tools to support educational tasks,
    • Ethical considerations and potential biases in AI, especially as they relate to education
    • Responsible AI practices in teaching, ensuring student safety and data privacy.

    Facilitator: Tammy Morris

     

    When: December 5, 12, and January 9

     

    Time:  4:00-6:00 pm

     

    For questions, please contact an ASDN representative at asdn@alaskaacsa.org.


    The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development (DEED) offers various opportunities for continued learning. Offerings include eLearning for the option to earn Continued Education Credits that can be used for re-certification. eLearning opportunities provided by DEED can be found 

     

    Webinars and resources related to the Science of Reading can be found

     

    For questions regarding any DEED offerings, please contact Susan McKenzie | susan.mckenzie@alaska.gov