Learning Center
2017 Education Conference Presentations
Training, Other
The LANL Foundation’s 18th Northern New Mexico Conference on Education, “Building Positive Culture from Classroom to Community” was held on Nov. 10, 2017 at the Hilton Buffalo Thunder Resort. Here are the presentations from the breakout "EdTalk" sessions.
Decoding Deeper Learning in the Classroom
Report
This guide, developed by the William + Flora Hewlett Foundation, provides an idea of what deeper learning looks like and strategies teachers can use to allow students to master content in different and longer-lasting ways.
General Education, Nonprofit, Parents, Student Resource, Teacher Resource
Academic Language in the Cycle of Inquiry
Training
This is a resource from ISEC team's session, “How Does Inquiry Science Cultivate Academic Language Development and Support Equity in Education?” at the PED sponsored STEM Symposium June 1–2, 2017. The event was held at the Embassy Suites in Albuquerque, NM.
New Mexico Voices for Children
Report, Website
New Mexico Voices for Children is a nonpartisan, statewide advocacy organization working to create systems-level sustainable change that will improve the lives of New Mexico’s children. To accomplish this mission, NM Voices works with state and national lawmakers and officials... Read more
Kids Count Data Center
Report, Website
A project of the Annie E. Casey Foundation, KIDS COUNT is the premier source for data on child and family well-being in the United States. Access hundreds of indicators, download data and create reports and graphics on the KIDS COUNT Data Center that support smart decisions... Read more
CaseyCast
Podcast
The Annie E. Casey Foundation produces this monthly conversation on how we can all work together to build a brighter future for kids, families and communities. A pioneering philanthropy podcast, CaseyCast explores the well-being of America's families and neighborhoods,... Read more
Annie E. Casey Foundation
Website
The Annie E. Casey Foundation is devoted to developing a brighter future for millions of children at risk of poor educational, economic, social, and health outcomes. Their work focuses on strengthening families, building stronger communities and ensuring access to opportunity,... Read more
National Science Teachers Association (NSTA)
Website
The National Science Teachers Association is dedicated to improving instruction and increasing public awareness of science education. This website offers memberships as well as books, journals, conferences, and professional learning opportunities for educators from elementary... Read more
Next Generation Science Standards Hub, National Science Teachers Association (NSTA)
Website
This site provides excellent teacher resources that support instruction and assessment of NGSS and prepare students for the future and workforce needs in STEM. http://ngss.nsta.org Also relates to: NGSS, standards, cross-cutting concepts, science and engineering practices, STEM... Read more
Next Generation Science Standards
Website
Get to know K-12 Next Generation Science Standards three-dimensional learning and performance expectations. Learn how NGSS helps students relate to the world around them and builds a cohesive understanding of science over time. Teaching tools and resources are offered. http://... Read more
Teaching Channel
Video, Website
Teaching Channel is a thriving online community where teachers can watch, share, and learn diverse techniques to help every student grow. This site works to improve the teaching profession through practice and reflection with many inspirational videos that support a “Theory of... Read more
MindShift Teaching Resources
Website
Connecting educators with the learning sciences, exploring the future of learning in all its dimensions, from KQED News and NPR. This site examines how learning is impacted by technology, discoveries about how the brain works, poverty and inequities, social and emotional... Read more
General Education, Just for Fun, Student Resource, Teacher Resource
Is College Worth it? List of Highest Paying College Majors
Article, Website, Other
Several STEM-related degrees ranked at the top of the list. Median earnings of bachelor’s degree graduates were higher than median earnings of high school graduates for all 80 majors studied. This is true at career entry, mid-career and end of career. https://www.washingtonpost.... Read more
General Education, Parents, Student Resource, Teacher Resource
Earning & Employment Rates by Education Level
Website, Other
From the United States Department of Labor, Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics, this page highlights the positive correlation between education and income and the negative correlation between education and unemployment. https://www.bls.gov/emp/ep_chart_001.htm Also relates to:... Read more
General Education, Parents, Student Resource, Teacher Resource
Search Income & Education Across the USA
Website
Enter a ZIP code to see income and college graduation rates on this interactive map. http://www.washingtonpost.com/sf/local/2013/11/09/washington-a-world-apart Also relates to: Income, careers
General Education, Parents, Student Resource, Teacher Resource
Free Applications for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Website
U.S. Department of Education site for the Free Applications for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This financial aide form is used by most colleges and universities to determine a family’s ability to pay for higher education and forms the basis for nearly all need-based aid. https... Read more
Federal Student Aid
Website
U.S. Department of Education site for Federal Student Aid with information on preparing for and paying for college. https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa Also relates to: High school, college, FAFSA, student aid, financial aid, pay for college, student loans
