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Durham Public Schools PL
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Tuesday August 18, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Limited Capacity seats available
Presenters: Andres Fils-Aime | [email protected] | Presenter
Location: Shepard Middle School 813
Description: This session will introduce educators to the principles of explicit teaching and how to use them to intentionally build student skills and behaviors. Participants will learn how to clearly communicate expectations, model desired behaviors, provide guided practice, and gradually release responsibility to students. The session will emphasize the importance of not assuming students already know the academic, social, or behavioral skills we expect from them. Through practical examples and strategies, educators will leave with tools they can immediately use to make instruction more intentional, supportive, and effective.
Subject Area(s): Skill-Based Instruction (OTs‚ PTs‚ etc.)
Topic(s): Explicit Teaching
Targeted Instructional Grades: 7th Grade, 6th Grade, 8th Grade
Targeted Roles: Teachers
Tuesday August 18, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Shepard Middle School 813

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