"Exploring new opportunities with AI in education" - a new blog from #MicrosoftEDU on our early thoughts on AI. This also includes an early example of targeted passage generation using AI in Reading Progress in #MicrosoftTeams 📖 Blog: educationblog.microsoft.com/en-us/2023/03/… #MIEExpert

My Twitter Family: Parents: WichitaHistoryMuseum EducationImagine Spouse: Amanda Young Children: Jessica Petrik LaKeshia Brooks, M.Ed via funroundy.click/twitterfamily?… ⠀

Breaking Down the Barriers that Prevent Students from Accessing Academic Content with @ssteven_3 at KansasLEADS #KansasLEADS

Q&A with Randy Watson facilitated by Jeri Powers at KansasLEADS Grateful to havea passionate and knowledgeable Kansas Commissioner of Education #KansasLEADS

I would love to be able to put microscopes in the hands of my middle school students. Found a way foldscope.com Here is my DonorsChoose project to help get that started. qrco.de/bdvgMG

An incredible new #MicrosoftEDU accessibility site that brings together many of the inclusive tools that are freely available for students to use in the classroom 💯 Site: microsoft.com/en-us/educatio… #edtech #accessibility #MIEExpert

🚨New Course Alert: AI for Educators on Microsoft Learn; Great Summer PD! See link in Mike's post below. #MIEExpert

It takes confident humility to admit that we’re a work in progress. It shows that we care more about improving ourselves than proving ourselves. If that mindset spreads far enough within an organization, it can give people the freedom and courage to speak up. #Productivity

We’re off to a great start and ready to #wrecktheyear EducationImagine. Jessica Petrik and Janet Tull, M.Ed. are the best at creating meaningful PD. We started with Norms of Collaboration to focus on this year!

I sure do love this team! ❤️

Today is National Special Education Day, a commemoration of the nation's first federal special education law. We celebrate Kansas teachers and staff who empower and educate students served by The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. #KansansCan

“If a student has a need to learn in a different way, then we need to adapt to teach them in a different way,” shared Carrie McSwain, a 5th Grade Teacher at USD265_Challenger, as she explained her co-teaching philosophy. Read the full story here: goddardusd.com/article/1367792.

so deserving of this honor! So proud of you, Jessica Petrik! Love you, friend!

Its 1st December & the start of my #UDLAdventCalendar! Each day, I’ll share a tip for creating a universally inclusive classroom where all learners can thrive. From engagement to representation to expression, let’s make learning accessible for everyone!

#UDLAdventCalendar Day 2 Design rubrics with UDL in mind! Focus on essential learning goals while allowing multiple ways for students to demonstrate understanding while supporting strengths & meeting the needs of all learners. Have you got any rubric ideas? Share below...

Day 3 of #UDLAdventCalendar Foster independence with UDL-friendly checklists! ✅ Break tasks into clear steps to reduce cognitive load and support executive function. This flexible tool empowers all learners to stay organized and succeed.

#UDLAdventCalendar Day 4 Incorporate UDL by using assistive tech for writing! Tools like speech-to-text or immersive reader empower students with various neefs, providing equitable access to express their ideas.

#UDLAdventCalendar Day 6 Support diverse learners with UDL by providing step-by-step task guides for projects! ✅ Clear checkpoints and examples help break down complex tasks, making them manageable and achievable for everyone.