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2010 State Farm Virtual Leadership Series
Be Informed, Feel Empowered, Get Active: Exploring NBCTLink
Thursday, March 4 6:30 pm ET
Did you know that there is an online virtual community created for NBCTs? This session will introduce NBCTLink to NBCTs who recently certified, as well as to NBCTs who have not yet become active participants. Join us as we explore the features of the community and how utilizing the site will help you to Be Informed, Feel Empowered, and Get Active.
Getting Involved in Education Reform Efforts
Tuesday, March 9 6:30 pm ET
This session will provide a sampling of opportunities for involvement in Education Reform Efforts at the national, state, and local level that go beyond recruiting candidates and advocating for National Board Certification. An overview of grants offered by U.S. Department of Education will also be provided.
Understanding Research and Data
Thursday, March 11 6:30 pm ET
This session will provide a tutorial on how NBCTs can better understand education research and its use in education policy. The session will also provide guidance on using research and data in ways that help guide decision making at the national, state, local, and school levels. An introduction to education research data sources may be included in the presentation.
NBPTS Candidate Support Provider Training Update: Now online AND face-to-face!
Monday, March 15 6:30 pm ET
This session will provide an introduction to the new online Candidate Support Provider Course that is currently in the pilot phase, as well as an update on the face-to-face module launched in fall 2008. NBPTS encourages new and veteran NBCTs interested in supporting candidates to participate.
Service Learning
Thursday, March 18 6:30 pm ET
This session will provide an orientation to Service Learning and how service learning can enhance student engagement in curriculum-based subjects at the elementary, middle, and high-school levels.
NBPTS Network Affiliates - Creating Change Through Collaboration
Tuesday, March 23 6:30 pm ET
NBPTS Network Affiliates are coalitions of NBCTs who impact teaching and learning in their schools and districts by:
- Supporting quality teaching
- Promoting high standards of learning
- Advocating for National Board Certification and related education reforms
You will hear from Network Affiliate leaders from around the nation on how they started, how they operate, and their goals and achievements. Learn how to apply for network affiliation for your group of NBCTs and other stakeholders.