Book Talk: Embracing Relational Teaching by Anthony Reibel

Connect with colleagues to discuss pedagogical techniques and earn seven hours of professional development credit*!

Follett Content Solutions and the McHenry, IL Regional Office of Education invite you to join us for a virtual book talk. The discussion will focus on Embracing Relational Teaching by Anthony Reibel. Reibel will discuss the concept of relational teaching, a practice that puts the student before the score, their thinking before the product, and relationships in teaching. Participants in this session will:

· Explore definitions of relational teaching and its impact on student learning.

· Learn about the challenges schools face when implementing relational pedagogy and grading practices.

· Reflect on current needs in grading reform and explore how relationships with students can change grading practices.

· Brainstorm ways to make relationships core in the classroom or library.

Anthony Reibel is the assistant principal for teaching and learning at Adlai E. Stevenson High School and is the co-author of several books, including Proficiency-Based Assessment and Pathways to Proficiency.

Presented by Diana Hartmann, EdS, the McHenry, IL County Regional Office of Education Superintendent. Hartmann has more than two decades of K-12 experience and actively works with the Illinois State Board of Education and legislators on educational initiatives in the state of Illinois.

By registering, you’ll get access to the live virtual event, a paperback copy of the book, and receive seven hours of professional development credit.

Registration for this event closes on April 30th. Books will be received within seven business days of the close of registration. Ticket purchase is nonrefundable.

We hope to see you there!

*Professional development credit only available for educators in the state of Illinois.