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092

World Walk:  Connecting To and Using the Internet

Presented by Lee Phillips & Ron Speirs

Program 1 (56 mins):  Beginning Course

Program 2 (60 mins):  Advanced Course

©1995

Program 1 introduces you to basic concepts & advantages of the Internet and gives you step-by-step instructions for connecting to the Internet and taking your first trip into it.

Program 2 explores the Internets seven basic features and how to use them.

201

Invitational Education

Featuring William W. Purkey with Judy Brown Lehr

Program 1 (29 mins): More Than Friendly Entreaty

Program 2 (25 min.): Creating Inviting Schools

©1993

These videotapes will explore its philosophical dimensions and highlights examples of implementation in becoming an intentionally inviting school.

204

Managing Change

Presented by Michael Fullan and John Champlin

Program 1 (30 mins): The Dynamics of Change

Program 2 (30 mins): Planning for Change

©1993

You will discover what the principals are and explore the dynamics of change as it impacts schools.  Educators with expertise in these areas share their insights in a stimulating and thought-provoking format.

301

The Collaborative Workplace and Peer Coaching

Featuring Pam Robbins

Program 1 (34 min.): Collaboration: Breaking the Isolation

Program 2 (32 min.): Peer Coaching

©1993

Collaboration is the process of bringing teachers out of isolation to share, reflect, analyze and problem-solve together. Time, training, trust and tangible support must be in place before peer counseling can succeed. Effective peer coaching has three phases: pre-conference, observation and post-conference.

302

A Fresh Look at Cooperative Learning

Presented by Patricia Roy

Program 1 (28 mins): Targeting Real Cooperative Learning

Program 2 (29 mins): Making It Work

©1993

Cooperative learning is an effective process for developing interpersonal skills, individual accountability and curriculum.  It works best for tasks, which engage students in divergent thinking, problem solving and creativity.  Current research and misconceptions surrounding cooperative learning are presented.

303(2)

Performance Assessment In the Classroom

With Jay McTighe

Program 1 (29 min.): Performance Based Assessment and Instruction

Program 2 (31 min.): Creating Performance Tasks

©1993

Theses videotapes are intended to help educators begin to resolve many of the assessment quandaries they now face.

304

Portfolio Assessment

Featuring Bena Kallick

Program 1 (29 min.): Reflections of Learning

Program 2 (29 min.): Utilizing Portfolios

©1993

A portfolio is initially a collection, which over time is reduced to a selection, which then becomes a reflection of the learner.  Focus must be toward the impact on students rather than the activity of collecting the work.  Effective portfolios have a clear purpose, selection criteria and a process for reflection.

305

Site Based Governance

With Carl Glickman

Program 1 (29 min.): Bringing Democracy Back to School

Program 2 (33 min.): Shared Governance for Effective Education

©1993

To achieve the original goal of public education, schools must be restored to democratic processes through shared governance with a covenant, a charter and a critical study process.  The focus must be kept on decisions that improve instruction and learning rather than administration and maintenance.

306 (2)

Brain Compatible Learning

Presented by Susan Kovaik

Program 1 (34 min.): A Model for a Brain Compatible Classroom

Program 2 (33 mins): The ITI Model at Work

©1994

Based on current brain research, eight critical elements of brain compatible learning are identified.  Through the Integrated Thematic Instruction (ITI) model, educators learn to create year long themes and life skills so that students can make connections and find meaning and application in their learning.

307

Perspectives on Quality Education

With John Jay Bonstingl, David P. Langford,Albert Mamary

Program 1 (33 min.): Structures for Developing Quality

Program 2 (30 mins): Framework for Quality Learning

©1994

 The quality movement is explored including Total Quality Management, the philosophy of W. Edwards Deeming, along with Total Quality Learning and a framework for quality.  Schools and school districts have experienced remarkable success and improvement through the implementation of the quality philosophy.

308

Diversity in the Classroom/Multicultural Education

With Carlos Cortes

Program 1 (34 min.): Education in a Multicultural Society

Program 2 (35 mins): Developing Multicultural Curriculum

©1994

Multicultural education recognizes the uniqueness of individuals and celebrates the diversity that exists in each classroom.  All students need to learn to function in a Multicultural world.  Curriculum which helps students understand cultural differences inhibits racism and bigotry.

309

Inclusion-Success for Special Needs Students

With Marsha Forest and Jack Pearpoint

Program 1 (33 min.): Building Inclusive Communities

Program 2 (33 min.): Moving Students from Isolation to Interaction

©1994

The philosophy of inclusion is that all children have a right to a quality education and that they learn better with their peers.  The interactions and sharing that can occur with children in school make inclusion a rich and rewarding experience for everyone.  Staff training solves the problems of fear and frustration.

401

Learning Differences:  Designing Instruction

With The 4MAT System, Featuring Bernice McCarthy

Program 1 (25 min.): Understanding 4MAT

Program 2 (30 mins): Utilitizing 4MAT

©1994

Research has shown that people perceive and process experiences differently.  The 4MAT System provides a framework for instructional design that appeals to individual learning diversity.  Teachers learn how to design units that help all students benefit by succeeding and stretching as lessons move through a four-stage process.

402

High School Alternative Block Scheduling

Presented by Robert Lynn Canady

Program 1 (30 min.): Reorganizing Time for Student Achievement

Program 2 (38 mins): New Opportunities with Block Scheduling

©1994

Time in schools must be viewed as a flexible resource for the benefit of teachers and students, and to improve learning.  Four alternative high school schedules are featured which create large blocks of time for more applied, hands-on, and active learning.  Strategies are shown that help teachers properly use longer class periods for greater student achievement.

403

Elementary Parallel Block Scheduling

Presented by Robert Lynn Canady

Program 1 (32 min.): Increasing Instructional Time and Effectiveness

Program 2 (32 mins): Setting Parallel Blcok Scheduling in Motion

©1994

Parallel block scheduling in elementary schools allows for increase active teaching time, solutions to grouping  issues, and reduction of problems associated with pull-out programs.  Schools find they have fewer discipline difficulties and improved academic performance.  Many examples of effective implementation are featured.

404

Accelerated Schools

Featuring Henry M. Levin

Program 1 (36 min.): Profile of the Accelerated Schools Model

Program 2 (35 mins): Acceleration for All Students

The accelerated schools model provides an effective framework for school improvement that results in powerful learning for all students.  It is built on the fundamental belief that all students are gifted.  Central to the model are the principles of unity of purpose, empowerment with responsibility, and building on strengths.

405

Community Involvement:  Working Together to Improve Schools

With James P. Comer

Program 1 (30 min.): Inviting the Community Into Schools

Program 2 (30 min.): Bringing Schools into the Community

©1994

School improvement progresses more smoothly as parents become part of the decision-making process and participate in the learning environment.  Strategies for involving parents and community members in the school are highlighted along with identification of the barriers that keep them away.

406

How Families Help Children Learn

Presented by Dorothy Rich

Program for Teachers (33 min.): Mobilizing Parents to Help Their Children

Program for Parents (34 mins): Home Activities for Learning

©1995

Educators are shown how to create effective programs for training parents on ways to be involved in their children's learning.

407

Multiple Intelligences

Presented by Howard Gardner with David Lazear

Program 1 (31 min.): Discovering the Seven Intelligences

Program 2 (38 min.): Enriching Students’ Intelligences in the Classroom

©1995

Seven intelligences are identified that are possessed but not necessarily developed by all people.  Dr. Hoard Gardner presents the theory of multiple intelligences.  David Lazear presents a four stage model for implementation of teaching to multiple intelligences.  Through classroom examples, educators see successful applications.

408

Effective Schools:  Building Foundations for School Improvement

Presented by Larry Lezotte

Program 1 (36 min.): Implementing the Correlates of Effective Schools

Program 2 (33 mins): Initiating School Improvement

©1995

Seven correlates from the foundation of Effective Schools based upon many years of research and practice from successful schools throughout the world.  Many examples are given of schools productively employing the correlates for greater success of their students and faculty

409

Creating Conditions for Success

Featuring Brenda Lyle-Gray

Program 1 (36 min.): Fostering a Positive Climate

Program 2 (36 mins): Engaging Students in Successful Learning

©1995

Success begins with genuine care about each student in the school.  Students become the priority in all schoolbased decisions.  Educators committed to the success of their students need to understand the conditions that will help all students grow to their potential.  Teachers can create those conditions within their own classrooms when the school as whole implements conditions for the success of the entire school community.

501

Developing, Aligning, and Auditing Curriculum

Presented by Fenwick English

Program 1 (40 min.): Achieving Curriculum Alignment

Program 2 (41 mins): Conducting a Curriculum Audit

©1995

To increase student achievement, curriculum must be aligned with testing.  These programs explain the “how-tos" of alignment and the value of a curriculum audit.  The focus and functions of curriculum are explored.  High achieving districts from Arizona, North Carolina, Texas, and Virginia share their experiences with the audit and alignment process as well as their impressive results.

502(2)

Instructional Strategies for Greater Student Achievement

With Robert Hanson, Harvey Silver, and Richard Strong

Program 1 (27 mins): Shifting to More Powerful Teaching

Program 2 (36 min.): Applying Instructional Strategies

©1995

To engage all students in powerful learning experience, teachers must shift from traditional methods and broaden their repertoire of teaching strategies.  The theory and rationale supporting the need for change to meet diverse learning styles and to offer more thoughtful education are presented.  An assortment of teaching strategies with guidelines for use are introduced.

502M

Instructional Strategies for Middle School Teachers

Featuring skilled teachers

Program 1 (55 min.): Instructional Strategies for Middle School Teachers

©1995

Skilled teachers provide strategies for various content areas in middle/junior high school classes.

502H

Instructional Strategies for High School Teachers
Featuring skilled teachers
Program 1 (60 mins): Instructional Strategies for High School Teachers

© 1995

Demonstration of instructional strategies in high school classrooms.

503

Multiage/Non-Graded Education:  From Practice to Theory

Featuring Lois Blackmore

Program 1 (37 min.): Focusing on Student Learning

Program 2 (36 mins): Strategies for the Classroom

©1995

The multiage classroom places priority on learning with an environment and curriculum that focuses on the unique qualities and needs of all students.  Instruction accommodates pupils' developmental stages and allows each child to academically excel.  Teachers and students from kindergarten through grade eight are seen in classrooms where every child is engaged and actively learning

504I

Utilizing the Internet in the Classroom

Presented by Jamieson Mckenzie

Program 1 (38 min.): Utilizing the Internet in the Classroom

©1996

The Internet brings the world into the classroom in a way never before imagined by students or teachers.  Guidelines are presented for efficient use and effective access with suggested policies.

504T

Planning for Information and Communication Technology

Presented by Alan November

Program 1 (42 min.): Planning for Information and Communication Technology

©1996

Administrators will find this program useful as they realize the potential of technology.  To accommodate technology, change in traditional practices is essential.

505(2)

Teacher Induction, Mentoring, and Renewal

With Harry K. Wong

Program 1 (35 min.):  New Teacher Preparedness Through Effective Induction

Program 2 (30 min.):  Mentoring and Teaching Renewal

©1996

These videos introduce the most dynamic induction, mentoring and renewal programs operating in today’s schools.  Research based and success driven, these programs feature specific ideas, activities and topics in the training of new staff.

506

The Heterogeneous Classroom

Presented by Marian Leibowitz

Program 1 (39 min.):  Preparing Students for a Changing World

Program 2 (40 min.):  Managing Heterogeneity for Greater Achievement.

©1996

These videos depicts a powerful way for educators to prepare students for the heterogeneous society in which we live.  Specific examples are given to help students develop complex thinking skills, improve their ability to communicate and collaborate with others as they grow socially and academically.

507

Principals:  Leaders of Change

With Terrence E. Deal and Kent D. Peterson

Program 1 (31 min.):  Innovative Leadership for School Improvement

Program 2 (37 min.):  Culture-Building Leadership

©1996

These programs expose the dilemmas faced by today’s principals and explain the perceptual lenses that can help them address their mounting challenges.  The presenters skillfully describe how to be bifocal-using both management and leadership functions to promote school improvement.

601

Effective Teaching in the Block

Featuring Phyllis Hotchkiss and skilled secondary teachers

Program 1 (34 min.): Making Use of Expanded Time

Program 2 (41 min.): English and Social Studies in the Block

Program 3 (44 min.): Math and Science in the Block

©1996

Learn about an effective model for planning and using the 90-minute block. Making use of expanded time, explore applicable and practical strategies to engage students and observe effective English and social studies teachers demonstrate ways in which they utilize the block for greater student achievement. Learn from exemplary  math and science teachers how to maximize student learning with exciting classroom practices in the block.

602

Middle School Block Scheduling

Featuring Micheal Rettig and Robert Lynn Canady

Program 1 (35 min.): Innovative Scheduling for Improved Learning

Program 2 (39 mins): Block Scheduling in Action

©1996

Innovative Scheduling for Improved Learning and Block Scheduling Action. Examine the concerns about middle schools and determine the need for block scheduling. Consider key issues, such as teaming, grouping, planning time, core subjects, and choices. See various workable block schedules and the increase in improved learning. Learn the preparatory steps for building a block schedule. Understand why teaming is a key element in successful block scheduling. Discover the high rate of success in the 50-50-50-30 day school calendar.

603

Encouraging Motivation Among All Students

Presented by Raymond Wlodkowski and Margery Ginsberg

Program 1 (30 mins): A Model for Intrinsic Motivation

Program 2 (32 min.): Culturally Responsive Teaching in the Classroom

©1996

A Model for Intrinsic Motivation and Culturally Responsive Teaching in the Classroom. Learn why motivation is inseparable from culture. Discover the conditions of culturally responsive teaching, inclusion, attitude, meaning and competence. See practical examples of instruction designed to motivate all students. Examine a scaffolding to evaluate the effectiveness of culturally responsive lessons. Learn new strategies to motivate and encourage more students.  See a variety of examples that are culturally responsive and motivating.

604

Results-Driven Staff Development

Featuring Dennis Sparks and Stephanie Hirsh

Program 1 (35 min.): A Paradigm Shift: Staff Development for Improved Learning

Program 2 Part 1 (37 min.): National Staff Development Council Standards for Staff Development

Program 2 Part 2 (40 mins): National Staff Development Council Standards for Staff Development

©1996

A Paradigm Shift: Staff Development for Improved Learning and National Staff Development Council Standards for Staff Development. Discover powerful ideas and guidelines that alter the face of staff development. Observe examples of N. America's most successful staff development programs.  See how the paradigm shift can lead to improved staff development and increased student learning. Learn the background and purpose of the standards. See how successful school systems have implemented the standards. Understand the power of the standards in improving student achievement.

605E

Elementary School-to-Work/Career

Presented by Richard D. Jones

Program 1 (38 mins): Elementary School-to-Work/Career

©1997

Grasp the vision of school-to-work/career as a philosophy, not a program. Understand the new basic skills of the future, skills needed for the workplace. Consider the importance of community support and partnerships. Explore various ways to make the connection from academics to the workplace. See how teachers in all academic areas incorporate school-to-work/career concepts.

605H

High School-to-Work/Career

Presented by Richard D. Jones

Program 1 (37 min.): High School-to-Work Career

©1997

Grasp the vision of school-to-work/career as a philosophy, not a program. Understand the new basic skills of the future, skills needed for the workplace. Consider the importance of community support and partnerships. Explore various ways to make the connection from academics to the workplace. See how teachers in all academic areas incorporate school-to-work/career concepts.

605M

Middle School-to-Work/Career

Presented by Richard D. Jones

Program 1 (39 mins): Middle School-to-Work Career

©1997

Grasp the vision of school-to-work/career as a philosophy, not a program. Understand the new basic skills of the future, skills needed for the workplace. Consider the importance of community support and partnerships. Explore various ways to make the connection from academics to the workplace. See how teachers in all academic areas incorporate school-to-work/career concepts.

606E

Integrating Teaching Models for Elementary Teachers

Featuring Barrie Bennett

Program 1 (46 min): Integrating Teaching Models for Elementary Teachers

©1997

Discover how learning is increased and retained with research-based strategies. Focus on cooperative learning, mind mapping, concept attainment, inductive thinking, and academic controversy. Learn the power of integrating various models, organizers, tactics, and skills into lessons. Gain increased pride, confidence and validation as a teacher. Observe how teachers skillfully create excitement and a desire to learn among all students.

606S

Integrating Teaching Models for Secondary Teachers

Featuring Barrie Bennett

Program 1 (53 mins): Integrating Teaching Models for Secondary Teachers

Discover how learning is increased and retained with research-based strategies. Focus on cooperative learning, mind mapping, concept attainment, inductive thinking, and academic controversy. Learn the power of integrating various models, organizers, tactics, and skills into lessons. Gain increased pride, confidence and validation as a teacher. Observe how teachers skillfully create excitement and a desire to learn among all students.

607

Positive Discipline in the Classroom

Featuring Jane Nelsen

Program 1 (35 min.): A Foundation for Positive Discipline

Program 2 (51 mins): Class Meetings: A Forum for Positive Discipline

©1997

Discover how learning is increased and retained with research-based strategies. Focus on cooperative learning, mind mapping, concept attainment, inductive thinking, and academic controversy. Learn the power of integrating various models, organizers, tactics, and skills into lessons. Gain increased pride, confidence and validation as a teacher. Observe how teachers skillfully create excitement and a desire to learn among all students.

608E

Reading and Learning Strategies for Elementary Teachers

Presented by Carol Santa

Program 1 (37 min.): Student-Centered Reading and Learning Strategies for Elementary Schools

Program 2 (40 mins): Student-Centered Reading and Learning Strategies for Elementary Schools

©1997

Discover CRISS strategies for improved reading, applicable to all content area. Integrate proven reading and writing skills across the curriculum. See how students examine their own learning and learn how to learn. Observe teachers and students from exemplary schools with impressive results. Learn the practical, motivating CRISS (Creating Independence through Student-owned Strategies) strategies.

608H

Reading and Learning Strategies for High School Teachers

Presented by Carol Santa

Program 1 (49 min.): Student-Centered Reading and Learning Strategies for High Schools

Program 2 (37 mins): Student-Centered Reading and Learning Strategies for High Schools

Discover CRISS strategies for improved reading, applicable to all content area. Integrate proven reading and writing skills across the curriculum. See how students examine their own learning and learn how to learn. Observe teachers and students from exemplary schools with impressive results. Learn the practical, motivating CRISS (Creating Independence through Student-owned Strategies) strategies.

608M

Student-Centered Reading and Learning Strategies for Middle School Teachers

Presented by Carol Santa

Program 1 (47 min.): Student Centered Reading and Learning Strategies for Middle Schools

Program 2 (40 min.): Student Centered Reading and Learning Strategies for Middle Schools

©1997

Discover CRISS strategies for improved reading, applicable to all content area. Integrate proven reading and writing skills across the curriculum. See how students examine their own learning and learn how to learn. Observe teachers and students from exemplary schools with impressive results. Learn the practical, motivating CRISS (Creating Independence through Student-owned Strategies) strategies.

701

Teaching Intelligent Behaviors for Thinking and Problem Solving

Featuring Art Costa

Program 1 (53 min.): The Behaviors of Intelligence

Program 2 (47 mins): Teaching Toward the Intelligent Behaviors

©1997

Discover the attributes of intelligent behaviors and the conditions necessary for implementation. Expand student thinking and problem solving skills. Help students acquire the skills to know what to do when they do not know the right answer.

702

Bringing Brain Research Into Classrooms

With Pat Wolfe

Program 1 (33 mins): How the Brain Works While Learning

Program 2 (32 min.): Bringing Learning into Long-Term Memory

Program 3 (44 mins): An Enriched Environment for Learning

©1997

Validate great teaching while broadening understanding of brain growth and development. Learn the importance of designing instruction that is compatible with brain research. Discover how to evoke meaning and emotion to engage students. Explore classroom practices to maximize on learning opportunities.

703E

Cooperative Learning/Multiple Intelligences for Elementary

Featuring Spencer and Laurie Kagan

Program 1 (53 min.): Cooperative Learning and Multiple Intelligences

©1997

Elementary teachers demonstrate cooperative learning structures in their classrooms.

703M(2)

Cooperative Learning/Multiple Intelligences for Middle School

Featuring Spencer and Laurie Kagan

Program 1 (51 min.): Cooperative Learning and Multiple Intelligences

©1997

Cooperative learning structures are demonstrated as applied in middle school classrooms.

703H(2)

Cooperative Learning/Multiple Intelligences for High School

Featuring Spencer and Laurie Kagan

Program 1 (47 mins): Cooperative Learning and Multiple Intelligences

©1997

High School teachers show the effectiveness of cooperative learning structures as used with their students.

704

Developing Rigorous and Relevant Academic Skills

Featuring Willard R. Daggett

Program 1 (32 min.): Laying the Foundation

Program 2 (40 mins): The Rigorous and Relevant Classroom

©1998

Explore ways to develop rigorous and relevant academic standards. Learn to help students understand the relevancy of their education to their adult lives. Discover a framework essential to bring about necessary changes. Observe schools and school systems that are successfully managing change.