Chances are, you or someone you know has said, "Kids just need to know their facts!" While basic math fact knowledge is important, the reason for learning basic facts goes beyond just knowing those facts. Join this session to shift the focus from whether kids "know their facts" to understanding why and how students develop and apply math fact knowledge. We'll explore the developmental process students work through as they learn basic facts and how the key strategies students use when learning basic facts apply to more complex computation skills.
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
Chances are, you or someone you know has said, “Kids just need to know their facts!” While basic math fact knowledge is important, the reason for learning basic facts goes beyond just knowing those facts. Join this session to shift the focus from whether kids “know their facts” to understanding why and how students develop and apply math fact knowledge. We’ll explore the developmental process students work through as they learn basic facts and how the key strategies students use when learning basic facts apply to more complex computation skills.
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
We have learned a lot about teaching students how to read over the last few years. This session will explore how we can take what we have learned about literacy instruction and apply it to the math classroom. We will consider how instructional strategies we find successful in reading can be applied to mathematics, all with the goal of creating an instructionally cohesive learning experience for all students.
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
A teacher’s to-do list is long, and time is tight. Join this session to learn about technology tools that can help to build efficiency with tasks and time. First we will brainstorm the types of tasks which feel like they take longer than they should, and then consider if a technology tool could help tackle the task. We will then explore technology tools within Canva, Scribe, and Google Sheets to help with these tasks. Access to a device is required for this session.
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
We have learned a lot about teaching students how to read over the last few years. This session will explore how we can take what we have learned about literacy instruction and apply it to the math classroom. We will consider how instructional strategies we find successful in reading can be applied to mathematics, all with the goal of creating an instructionally cohesive learning experience for all students.
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
Wednesday July 16, 2025 10:00am - 10:50am EDT X201
You don’t need a title to be a leader—your presence and the way you communicate already shape your team’s dynamics. This session is for teachers who are already go-to members of their grade level or content team, as well as those who want to step into a more influential role. We’ll dive into strategies for strengthening your influence, fostering trust, and inspiring collaboration. Learn how the way you show up every day can help create a more positive, productive, and supportive team environment.
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
Wednesday July 16, 2025 10:50am - 11:55am EDT X201
A teacher’s to-do list is long, and time is tight. Join this session to learn about technology tools that can help to build efficiency with tasks and time. First we will brainstorm the types of tasks which feel like they take longer than they should, and then consider if a technology tool could help tackle the task. We will then explore technology tools within Canva, Scribe, and Google Sheets to help with these tasks. Access to a device is required for this session.
Jessica is currently a Professional Learning Specialist with Keep Indiana Learning, a Department of CIESC, and supports teachers, schools, and districts in the areas of math and instructional coaching. Jessica has been in the field of education since 2008. She earned her Bachelor’s... Read More →
