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DEN Summer Institute 2025
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Thursday, July 24
 

10:15am CDT

Curiosity Cues to Captivate Middle School Minds
Thursday July 24, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Explore strategies for engaging middle school students, showcased through new and enhanced Experience resources.
Speakers
avatar for Katie Sandler

Katie Sandler

Instructional Strategy and Design Lead
Katie leads the instructional strategy and design of educational resources for middle school teachers and students within Discovery Education's Experience product. Previously, she served as a Professional Development Facilitator for Discovery Education, coaching and training K-12... Read More →
Thursday July 24, 2025 10:15am - 11:00am CDT
Mundelein 503

11:10am CDT

Connect & Captivate: Video Strategies for Modern Classrooms
Thursday July 24, 2025 11:10am - 11:55am CDT
Ready to connect with and captivate your modern students? Discover powerful video strategies and tools like Screencastify, WeVideo, Edpuzzle, and DiscoveryED. Explore practical overviews,
cost considerations, best implementation practices, and engaging project ideas drawn from real middle and high school experiences.
Speakers
avatar for Missy Rivera

Missy Rivera

IMC Coordinator, Anna Local Schools
Missy Rivera has over 15 years of experience as a library professional and currently serves as the Instructional Media Center Coordinator at Anna Middle & High School. Known for her results-driven approach, she has a proven track record of implementing successful literacy programs... Read More →
Thursday July 24, 2025 11:10am - 11:55am CDT
Mundelein 503

1:15pm CDT

Learning through Lived Experiences
Thursday July 24, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Educators will use DE tools, such as virtual field trips, and learn how to build upon these to create simulations for students to truly be involved "in" the learning experience. 
Speakers
avatar for Karen James-Wilson

Karen James-Wilson

Teacher, Darlington County School District
I don't just teach; I invite opportunities for students to demonstrate their creativity, and I make learning experiences unforgettable. My goal is to always try to transform learning into adventures where every student can see their power, their purpose, and their potential.
Thursday July 24, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
Mundelein 503

2:10pm CDT

Building a Better Experience for Elementary Teachers
Thursday July 24, 2025 2:10pm - 2:55pm CDT
Join us to share insights and feedback on the Experience product. Help us understand the resources you need to support your students, ensuring our offerings meet the evolving needs of elementary teachers and learners. Let's enhance educational experiences together!
Speakers
avatar for Libby Galster

Libby Galster

Manager, Instructional Strategy for Experience, Discovery Education
Libby Galster is the Manager of Instructional Strategy at Discovery Education. Leveraging her extensive expertise in teaching across grades K-5, she leads the K-5 strategy for the Experience product. Libby joined Discovery Education full-time in 2023 as part of the Curriculum, Instruction... Read More →
Thursday July 24, 2025 2:10pm - 2:55pm CDT
Mundelein 503

3:40pm CDT

Differentiation In Your Classroom
Thursday July 24, 2025 3:40pm - 4:25pm CDT
We want to hear from you! Meeting the needs of ALL students is top priority in our products. We welcome your feedback on differentiation support and strategies. How do YOU meet the needs of diverse populations in your classroom or school? How could your instructional materials better support differentiation in your classroom?
Speakers
avatar for Libby Galster

Libby Galster

Manager, Instructional Strategy for Experience, Discovery Education
Libby Galster is the Manager of Instructional Strategy at Discovery Education. Leveraging her extensive expertise in teaching across grades K-5, she leads the K-5 strategy for the Experience product. Libby joined Discovery Education full-time in 2023 as part of the Curriculum, Instruction... Read More →
avatar for Katie Sandler

Katie Sandler

Instructional Strategy and Design Lead
Katie leads the instructional strategy and design of educational resources for middle school teachers and students within Discovery Education's Experience product. Previously, she served as a Professional Development Facilitator for Discovery Education, coaching and training K-12... Read More →
Thursday July 24, 2025 3:40pm - 4:25pm CDT
Mundelein 503

4:30pm CDT

Deep Dish Dynamos Small Group
Thursday July 24, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm CDT
Join your small group for some reflection and idea sharing time! Find the name of your small group on your badge.
Thursday July 24, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm CDT
Mundelein 503
 
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