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Welcome
Hello, I am Teaven Barnum the District Instructional Specialist for Secondary Social Studies. I'm excited to help you in any way that you need. You can reach me at teaven.barnum@killeenisd.org, text at 254-446-2873 or call my desk phone at 254-336-0253.
Knowledge that Sticks: Integrating Retrieval Practice for Enhanced Learning in Social Studies
Tuesday, June 11, 2024, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
"Wait. We learned this!?" Does it ever feel like you're filling buckets of knowledge just to have them spring a leak each day? Dive into the cognitive science behind retrieval practice and explore how it enhances long-term retention and promotes deeper understanding for students! The session will address the benefits of incorporating regular retrieval activities so that the learning environment gets an interactive boost as knowledge becomes sticky. Participants will leave equipped with a toolkit of retrieval techniques and strategies that they can embed into their lessons to promote effective information recall. Click the picture to register.
Teaching About the Holocaust Using Student Centered Approaches
Monday, June 24, 2024, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Join the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum for an engaging session that will give teachers the tools to cover a tough topic through student-centered activities. During the session, participants will learn best practices for age appropriate teaching about the Holocaust, receive an introduction to online resources and lessons, and have the opportunity to experience a virtual tour of the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum. This learning is paired with FREE access to the Upstander Education Database and learning tools, along with complimentary breakfast and lunch! Click the picture to register.
Forming A (More) Perfect Union: Tools for Teaching Content Literacy in Social Studies
Tuesday, July 16, 2024, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Join us for a hands-on learning experience that will highlight how reading and writing can be used to help students with content acquisition. This session is designed to equip educators with effective strategies for merging literacy skills into social studies lessons. Through interactive discussion, hands-on activities, and collaborative exploration, participants will gain insight into creating an environment where literacy and social studies work together to promote student success. Click the picture to register.
Important Session Information:
Enhanced Curriculum Co-op and Comprehensive Campuses attend at no additional charge.
Powerful Geography
At PowerfulGeography.org, we believe in the transformative power of geography education to shape informed global citizens and inspire action towards a sustainable future. Our website serves as a dynamic hub for educators seeking innovative resources, curriculum materials, and professional development opportunities to enhance geographic literacy and spatial thinking skills among students.
