How to Teach Adults Anything…Anywhere
Hosted by Dr. Kristie Pretti-Frontczak
and Dr. Julie Causton
for anyone who is moving their professional development, conferences, university classes, or other types of trainings to an on-line format.
Two giants in the field of inclusive and virtual instruction Dr. Kristie Pretti-Frontczak and Dr. Julie Causton share everything they know about remote instruction for adults — it is so much more than you think. From webinars to conferences to college courses…we’ve got you covered! This series will maximize your ability to design and deliver effective professional development to adult learners…virtually.
Join us
and learn how to be Virtually Fabulous!
Investment of $349.00 for all four 90 minute sessions.
What Your Colleagues Have To Say!
Julie & Kristie gave us so many ways to strengthen our work, and to stretch ourselves. Plus it was fun! We’ve already incorporated strategies into our sessions and will continue to adapt things as we go!"
"This series was a TOTAL game changer! We were merely surviving with on-line instruction. We’re now THRIVING! We left with so many ideas...and we’ve already put them into action. Thank you Kristie and Julie!! You are AMAZING! THANK YOU AGAIN."
" I feel really confident now. I sound better, look better on camera and best of all have so many new ways to make remote learning enjoyable and effective! Thank you Kristie and Julie! "
I had no idea I would enjoy the series so much! I was excited to learn, but I would say it FAR exceeded my expectations! Well worth the investment!
I took pages and pages of notes, and have already implemented so many ideas! Julie and Kristie were so warm and helpful-- this class is perfect--even for someone like me who has been teaching adults for decades.
This class was the most rewarding, amazingly resourceful, and the best professional development I’ve had in years!
Big Ideas by Session
You’ll learn how to select significant learning outcomes, give your video-conferencing sessions a makeover, and increase engagement during staff meetings, class sessions, and even multiple day-long virtual events. The ZOOM app will be the focus of discussion and demonstrations, with opportunities to practice new technology skills along the way.
All times are from 11:30-1:00 pm Eastern Time. All sessions will be recorded.
Session 1 • April 21
Designing Engaging and Inclusive Content
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Get it right from the start – learn how to set learning meaningful outcomes, pick your throughline, and select just the right number of big ideas
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Create a groovy flow – learn how to create a schedule that flows seamlessly from sages on the stage, to small group interactions, to time to move around, and even to time for a well-placed nap
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Get connected – learn how to connect with participants, connect participants with one another, and connect participants with compelling content
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Meet the needs of diverse humans – learn how to support participants regardless of their ability, race, age, gender, etc., using multiple means of representation (e.g., show it, say it, feel it)
Session 2 • April 28
Discovering HOW to Make Virtual Learning Wildly Effective
- Prepare for success – learn how to help participants prepare for the virtual session and get the most out your time together
- From start to finish – learn how to open and close virtual sessions that address key outcomes, increase learning, and keep neurons firing
- Harness the power of choice – learn why humans love choice and how to embed choice everywhere…from where they learn, when they learn, who they learn with, what they learn, to how they show you what they have learned
- Create a safe harbor – learn how to help participants feel safe, seen, soothed, and secure so they can remain in the zone of optimal learning
Session 3 • May 5
Delivering virtual PD (Re-designing Your PD) Using Innovative Technology
- Learning is social – learn how to use technology to facilitate and support change in a social age so everyone has a voice
- Matchmaker, matchmaker, make me a match! – learn how to align your outcomes with tons of web-based tools to ensure intentional alignment over doing what is “on trend”
- Give your lesson a makeover – learn how to redesign virtual sessions by creating multiple access points and different avenues for learning
- Tech traps are everywhere – learn from our mistakes and swipe our strategies so you can avoid common pitfalls when teaching online
Session 4 • May 12
Delivering PD Like a Boss
- Co-teachers rock – learn how to apply highly effective co-teaching practices…even when participants serve the role of the co-teacher
- Lead by example – learn how to limit and reduce microaggressions…and repair when harm has occurred
- Make it easy – learn how to handle difficult situations in a supportive way when learning together in a virtual space
- Fill your toolkit – learn our behind-the-scenes “tricks of the trade” that will ensure you deliver PD like a boss…someone who sets clear expectations, establishes relational trust, and creates a strong sense of community
What could be so hard about shifting to online? It's the same content and same people, so the same teaching techniques work right?
The truth is…creating connection and content that works in a virtual presentation is harder than it looks.
Don't worry…we'll share all our secrets with you!
Investment of $349.00 for all four 90 minute sessions
What do you get?
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Four 90-minutes LIVE sessions with inclusion and online teaching experts Dr. Kristie Pretti-Frontczak and Dr. Julie Causton.
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Each session is recorded and posted as a video and audio file to a customized dashboard (3 month access to recordings of live sessions)
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Lifetime access to…
- Session-by-session recap of the Big Ideas posted to the dashboard as an audio file with downloadable transcript
- A web-based dashboard with real-life examples and tons of research-based resources
- A collaborative Padlet with 100s of resources, tips, and practical strategies for teaching on-line
- A digital handbook with solutions to your FAQs (e.g., “What's the best way to use the breakout feature in ZOOM?)
- A private Facebook community where you can ask questions in real time and share stories of success
Is this for me?
- This is the perfect series for anyone who is moving their professional development, conference, university class, or other trainings to an on-line format.
- This is for you if you design and/or deliver professional development, train adults learners, and/or coach adults
- This is for you if you are a technical assistance provider, director, coach, supervisor, coordinator, faculty member, teaching assistant, principal, and/or professional who supports families and other adult learners
What if I miss one of the sessions?
- All live sessions will be recorded and posted within 48 hours of the live event – you will have three months access to the recordings.
- You will have unlimited access to all other content and resources shared.
- Don't worry…you won't miss a thing!
Series price is $349 per person with optional upgrading to include live one-on-one coaching.
Discounts are available for groups over 10.
Sign Me Up! I am ready to be Virtually Fabulous!
Kristie Pretti-Frontczak Ph.D.
An accomplished author, sought-after speaker, and educator’s educator, Dr. Kristie Pretti-Frontczak spent 16 years as a tenured professor in Higher Education at Kent State University before leaving to lead a {r}evolution in early childhood education. She has spent over 50,000 hours teaching adults best practices in early childhood care and education in locations from Cincinnati to Singapore. She's also been teaching adult learners on-line since 1997.
Julie Causton Ph.D.
An inspiring author, speaker, and inclusion advocate, Dr. Julie Causton spent 14 years in Higher Education at Syracuse University before leaving to become the CEO of Inclusive Schooling. She has spent the past 20 years studying best practices for inclusive education. Her dynamic presentations focus on engaging ways to educate learners, regardless of age, ability, and/or location.