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SUMMARY:Teaching the Holocaust Through Diaries
DESCRIPTION:This program explores the use of first-person diary accounts as a powerful entry point for Holocaust education. Educators will discover strategies for using personal narratives to foster empathy\, historical thinking\, and deeper student engagement with this critical period in history. \nPresented by NJEA and The New Jersey Commission on Holocaust Education. \n 
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/teaching-the-holocaust-through-diaries/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270412T163000
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SUMMARY:Better Understanding Generation Alpha
DESCRIPTION:Generations are shaped by shared life experiences and historical influences that affect how individuals learn\, connect\, and grow. This interactive session explores Generation Alpha and their development in a digital\, diverse\, and post‑pandemic world. Participants will examine identity\, relationships\, mental health\, and technology use while gaining practical\, research‑based strategies to support students through relationship‑building\, social‑emotional learning\, and digital literacy. \nPresented by NJEA & SEL4NJ.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/better-understanding-generation-alpha/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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SUMMARY:Who are Multilingual Learners and How Can We Support Them?
DESCRIPTION:This workshop equips educators with a clear understanding of Multilingual Learners (MLLs) and how to support them effectively. Participants will examine the history and legal foundations of bilingual education\, learn how to identify MLLs using WIDA screeners\, and determine appropriate program placement. They will also explore how ACCESS data can guide instruction and engage with practical strategies to enhance classroom learning for MLLs. By the end\, educators will be prepared to better recognize and meet the needs of multilingual students. \nPresented by NJEA’s PDII Consultants: Monica Generoso and Shan Byrd
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/who-are-multilingual-learners-and-how-can-we-support-them/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270420T163000
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SUMMARY:What's Going on with AI?
DESCRIPTION:This workshop explores how young people are using AI\, including the benefits and risks of the increasingly popular technology. Participants will examine key concerns including misinformation\, mental health impacts\, AI companions\, and image-based sexual abuse\, while emphasizing the importance of AI literacy\, critical thinking\, and responsible use related to privacy\, relationships\, and consent. This session also considers how AI can be thoughtfully integrated into sex education. \nPresented by NJEA and Answer
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/whats-going-on-with-ai/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270503T163000
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SUMMARY:Social Media: Protecting Yourself in the Digital Age
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will review a variety of effective strategies to engage on social media while steering clear of pitfalls and potential issues. You will learn what the law says about public school employees’ rights on social media\, ways to protect your privacy\, and tips to avoid both peer and parental backlash\, as well as any adverse effect on your employment. \nPresented by NJEA’s Communications Division.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/social-media-protecting-yourself-in-the-digital-age/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270511T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270511T183000
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SUMMARY:Innovative Strategies to Build Equity in Your Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Design Thinking is a human-centered\, problem-solving approach popularized by IDEO and Stanford University’s Design School. In this interactive workshop\, educators will explore how Design Thinking can address real school challenges\, such as student engagement gaps and school climate concerns. Participants will learn a clear\, step-by-step framework and apply it to challenges they see in their classrooms. Through a guided exercise and collaborative activities\, you’ll leave with strategies you can implement to better understand your students’ needs\, redesign learning experiences\, and foster more inclusive classrooms. \nPresented by NJEA & PRAIS.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/innovative-strategies-to-build-equity-in-your-classroom/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270512T163000
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SUMMARY:Borders\, Belonging\, and What We Leave Out: Teaching Partition
DESCRIPTION:In many U.S. classrooms\, South Asia is often reduced to a limited focus on religion and Gandhi\, leaving major historical events underexplored. This workshop addresses those gaps by tracing the region’s history from British colonial rule and Partition to its lasting impact today. Participants will engage in meaningful discussions around empire\, identity\, borders\, and belonging\, while gaining a deeper understanding of how these histories continue to shape modern South Asia. \nPresented by NJEA and Empowered Voices.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/borders-belonging-and-what-we-leave-out-teaching-partition-2/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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