President, EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH IN ACTION, Underhill, VT
Providing educators with research-based models for effective instruction and assessment, moving students towards greater engagement and deeper learning.
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Now booking into 2025 - 2026
Contact Dr. Hess for information about workshop presentations, book studies, or virtual webinars.
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KEYNOTES and Full-Day/ Half-day/Multi-Day WORKSHOPS - See TOPIC EXAMPLES
Ask about DISCOUNTS for multi-day workshops
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COACHING & COLLABORATIVE CLASSROOM WALK-THROUGHS
Dr. Hess can work side-by-side with instructional coaches and school leaders using her " Looking for Rigor" tools.
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DESIGN WORK SESSIONS WITH SCHOOL LEADERS AND CONTENT TEAMS
Work with Dr. Hess to build/redesign and implement local curriculum or assessment systems.
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BOOK STUDIES
Many schools like to co-plan a series of virtual sessions throughout a school year that allow time for teachers or instructional coaches to practice, plan, and receive feedback between sessions. Ask about DISCOUNTS for schools buying multiple copies of her books.
Prefer DIY book studies? Ask about support materials and videos available for local self-facilitated book studies.
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Applying Depth of Knowledge and Cognitive Rigor: An Educator's Guide to Supporting Deeper Learning
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Rigor by Design, Not Chance: Deeper Thinking Through Actionable Instruction and Assessment
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Elevating Competency-Based Learning in a PLC at Work: Actionable Assessment, Defensible Evidence, Equitable Grading
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Deeper Competency-Based Learning: Making Equitable, Student-Centered, Sustainable Shifts
