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Scott Wilson

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K20 Center

Oklahoma Young Scholars/Javits

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This professional learning session supports school teams to plan, prepare, and implement the K20 "Power Up: ACT Prep" 10-week curriculum. Participants launch the Power Up curriculum, determine when to administer the pre-ACT, and select who will lead instruction across classrooms. The selected educators... Read more »

Professional Learning

Tag Target Audience

  • Administrators, PLC, Teachers

Tag Calendar Placement

  • Any time of year

User Group Group Size

  • Medium Group (at least 10), Small Group

Tag Intention Or Purpose

  • Action Plans

Tag Related

  • ACT Prep
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Time Frame

The Power UP: ACT Prep | Celebration & Reflection session is a collaborative, data-informed professional learning experience scheduled after PreACT/ACT results are received. It brings together implementing teachers (English, Math, Science, Social Studies), LEAD Educators, and the supporting professional... Read more »

Tag Target Audience

  • All Staff or Teachers, PLC, Teachers

Tag Calendar Placement

  • 4th Nine-Weeks

User Group Group Size

  • Small Group

Tag Intention Or Purpose

  • Action Plans, Collaborate, Reflection

Tag Related

  • ACT Prep
More
Time Frame

The PLC Check-In session is designed as a 30-minute PLC-style meeting where supporting staff engage with the teachers who are facilitating an intervention to ensure successful implementation of the plan. This session serves as a fidelity check, providing the structures and space to address questions,... Read more »

Professional Learning

Tag Target Audience

  • All Staff or Teachers, PLC, Teachers

Tag Calendar Placement

  • Any time of year

User Group Group Size

  • Small Group

Tag Intention Or Purpose

  • Action Plans

Tag Related

  • ACT Prep
More
Time Frame 210 minutes

This brief explores the Power Up ACT Prep program, which integrates test preparation into the high school curriculum to improve ACT scores and college readiness. The study found significant improvements in composite, English, and reading scores, highlighting the program's effectiveness. Read more »

This brief explores the use of Large Language Models as a homework tutor to improve student engagement and learning outcomes. The study conducted a Randomized Controlled Trial in an Italian high school, showing significant improvements in grammar and student satisfaction. Read more »

This brief explores the effectiveness of the Check & Connect mentoring program in reducing absenteeism among middle school students. The intervention led to significant improvements in attendance but did not impact academic outcomes. Read more »

This brief explores the effectiveness of adaptive metacognitive training in improving students' knowledge monitoring ability and problem-solving efficiency in computer-based learning environments. The intervention led to significant improvements in metacognitive skills and performance. Read more »

This brief explores the impact of study skills training on improving students' qualitative academic achievement. The study found significant improvements in self-efficacy, planning, motivation, and overall academic performance, with reduced emotional effects and lack of outcome control. Read more »

This brief explores the effectiveness of a financial reality simulation in improving financial awareness among students. The intervention led to significant improvements in financial knowledge and positive changes in intended financial behaviors. Read more »

Puzzled

Grade Level Grade Level

  • 6th - 12th

This grouping strategy utilizes puzzle pieces made from relevant visuals. By using puzzle pieces to group participants, the strategy encourages socialization while developing analytical and visual intelligence. Read more »

Strategy Instructional Strategy

User Group Group Size

  • Whole Class

Copied To Clipboard Placement In Lesson

  • Engage/Opening, Explore/Learning Activity, Extend/Additional Learning Activity

Time Frame Time To Complete

  • 10 - 20 Minutes

Tag Intention Or Purpose

  • Conversation Starter, Organize

Grade Level Grade Level

  • 6th - 12th