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SUMMARY:Community of Practice Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:“Communities of Practice are groups of people who share a common concern\, set of problems\, or passion about a topic\, and deepen their knowledge and expertise in this area by interacting on an ongoing basis.” \n–  Etienne Wenger \nMichael Mason and Brian Janik\nTitle: Leaning into AI \nDescription: This interactive conversation dives into the transformative potential of AI in education. Explore ethics & impact\, discover powerful learning tools & strategies\, and gain the confidence to integrate AI effectively. Share your own favorite AI tools\, strategies\, and questions to foster a collaborative learning environment! \nLearn more about the NJEA PDII Community of Practice here
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/community-of-practice-power-hour-13/
CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T163000
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SUMMARY:Springtime Planning Using Your Member Benefits
DESCRIPTION:Planning a vacation? Tackling a home project? Budgeting for the summer? Learn how NJEA and NEA Member Benefits can help you prepare and maximize your savings. \n 
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/springtime-planning-using-your-member-benefits-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Member Benefits,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Buonsante":MAILTO:bbuonsante@njea.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T163000
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SUMMARY:The Power of Balance: A Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Balance: A community of practice for educators to find joy\, connect\, reflect\, and create songs together. Each workshop will be unique and build toward a final group creation. No prior musical knowledge is necessary\, though all skills are welcomed. Some segments of these workshops will include exercises\, but there will also be ample opportunity for discovery and entering a creative flow—a mindset characterized by imaginative play and restorative benefits. As the aim is to foster a community of practice\, meeting others in a safe and collaborative environment will be encouraged\, along with personal exploration. 
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/the-power-of-balance-a-community-of-practice/
CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T154512
CREATED:20250111T000507Z
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SUMMARY:Community of Practice Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:“Communities of Practice are groups of people who share a common concern\, set of problems\, or passion about a topic\, and deepen their knowledge and expertise in this area by interacting on an ongoing basis.” \n–  Etienne Wenger \nDeanne Martini and Brenda Martin-Lee\nTitle: Educator-Centric Social-Emotional Learning Community of Practice (SEL COP) \nDescription: In the modern educational landscape\, educators play a pivotal role in fostering students’ social-emotional development. This Educator-Centric Social-Emotional Learning Community of Practice will provide a dedicated platform for educators to collaborate\, share insights\, and enhance their practices in social-emotional learning (SEL). \nLearn more about the NJEA PDII Community of Practice here
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/community-of-practice-power-hour-14/
CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T163000
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SUMMARY:Providing Sex Education with Cultural Humility
DESCRIPTION:Do you incorporate reproductive justice in your education? Do you know how to properly use the theory of intersectionality? Are you culturally humble? Many educators are unaware of how culture can influence the way comprehensive sex education is taught by teachers and received by students. Our workshop focus of cultural humility allows educators to develop their ability to build appreciation for the diversity of cultures found inside and outside of their classrooms\, which helps to increase their inclusivity. This training will address the difference between cultural proficiency/competency and cultural humility\, measure one’s own intercultural humility using the Intercultural Development Continuum\, as well as concrete definitions and activities.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/providing-sex-education-with-cultural-humility/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T190000
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CREATED:20250109T003011Z
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SUMMARY:Ambassador Training: Planning for Next Year
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThis training is intended for NJEA/NEA Member Benefits Ambassadors\, but is open to all members to learn about existing and upcoming programs and services for members.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/ambassador-training-planning-for-next-year/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Member Benefits,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Buonsante":MAILTO:bbuonsante@njea.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T173000
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SUMMARY:Community of Practice Power Hour
DESCRIPTION:“Communities of Practice are groups of people who share a common concern\, set of problems\, or passion about a topic\, and deepen their knowledge and expertise in this area by interacting on an ongoing basis.” \n–  Etienne Wenger \n  \nKatherine Burke and Pamela Koharchik\nTitle: Thriving\, Not Just Surviving: Strategies for Educators During Challenging Times \nDescription: The education landscape is ever-changing\, and navigating difficult times can be draining. This highly interactive community equips educators with practical tools and strategies to foster resilience\, manage stress\, and cultivate a positive classroom environment even amidst challenges. \nLearn more about the NJEA PDII Community of Practice here
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/community-of-practice-power-hour-15/
CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Webinars
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SUMMARY:Pension Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Participants follow along with their own retirement estimate as the presenter discusses the various retirement options\, retiree health benefits\, and the important steps to retirement. Webinars are held in a small group format. \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		Pension Webinar\n\n		\n		\n			Download File
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/pension-webinar-26/
CATEGORIES:Pension Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T183000
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SUMMARY:Harnessing the Power of Graphic Novels in the Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Graphic novels (memoirs and nonfiction) and comic books are an integral tool in increasing literacy and engagement in the classroom. Through this webinar\, educators will learn the scholarship and research behind the benefits of using comics and graphic novels in the classroom while also gaining access to learning activities and materials to support this work. Participants will learn about the current research on literacy in social studies and how graphic novels improve literacy\, reading comprehension\, and engagement. The workshop ends with a walk-through of various activities and books that educators can use in their classrooms. Participants will receive a workshop folder\, handouts\, and slides at the end of the session.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/harnessing-the-power-of-graphic-novels-in-the-classroom/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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