As more and more teaching and learning moves to a virtual setting, the GVSU CSO is recording short webinars for educators to view whenever they prefer. Our Laker Lesson videos tackle the broad topics that we usually cover each year during in-person workshops such as literacy, tech tools, or utilizing digital assessments.

The CSO has partnered with Dr. Venessa Keesler, the president and CEO of Launch Michigan, to develop an ongoing series that highlights research-driven best practices around essential topics in K-12 education. 

Each video has a runtime of about 20 minutes, and can be used to supplement other professional development.

Research in Action Topics:

• Classroom Management
• Chronic Absenteeism
• Cybersecurity
• Disciplinary Literacy
• Engaging and Empowering Parents
• High-Dosage Tutoring
• High-Quality School Counseling
• Instructional Time
• Postsecondary Educational Transitions
• Professional Learning & Instructional Coaching
• School Climate & Staff Satisfaction
• Staffing in Schools

In "NWEA MAP Growth: New Reports for 2024-2025," the GVSU CSO's Jeff Maxwell guides participants through exploring new MAP Growth reports and features. Viewers will learn to access role-specific reports, understand their audience and purpose, and leverage these tools to monitor academic progress and make data-informed instructional decisions in the classroom.

• NWEA MAP Growth: New Reports for 2024-2025

If you have any questions about Laker Lessons or issues with the videos, please email Michael Cousins.