Kagan Cooperative Learning

Unleash the Power of Engagement

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  • Dates: July 17-18, 2024; participants attend both days

  • Time: 8-3:30 PM each day

  • Location: Republic Early Childhood Center at 318 E. Hines Street, Republic MO 65738

  • Intended Audience: Principals & Assistant Principals, Teachers, University Professors, Preservice Teachers

  • Lunch: one hour, lunch on your own

  • Registration: This event is hosted by Republic Schools with seats available for GOCSD Members. Staff from Republic Schools do not need to register through GOCSD.

  • Registration closes July 10th.

  • Fee for GOCSD Members: $359 for both days.

  • Substitutions are encouraged as refunds will not be provided.

Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionize your classroom with Kagan Cooperative Learning! Register today and unlock the door to a world of engaged, enthusiastic learners.

Why Attend?

Is student engagement a top priority for you? Our recent Professional Learning Needs Assessment showed it was for many educators, and that's why GOCSD is thrilled to partner with Republic School District to bring you a transformative two-day workshop on Kagan Cooperative Learning!

Imagine a classroom buzzing with active participation, teamwork, and genuine excitement for learning. Kagan Structures make this a reality. These simple yet powerful strategies are backed by extensive research and proven to skyrocket engagement in classrooms of all kinds.

What will you learn?

  • Techniques to create greater engagement and deeper understanding of content with improved retention.

  • The Seven Keys to successful cooperative learning ā€“ unlock the secrets to effective collaboration.

  • A variety of easy-to-implement Kagan Structures that fit seamlessly into your lessons.

  • Strategies for maintaining focus and promoting positive group dynamics.

Why participate?

  • Transform your teaching and learning: We're not talking about group work. We're talking about proven effective, interactive strategies.

  • Boost engagement for ALL students: Forget about disengaged learners. Kagan Structures have the power to pull everyone in, even your reluctant learner.

  • Unlock deeper understanding: Engaged students learn more! Kagan fosters active processing and collaboration, leading to greater knowledge retention.

  • Build positive classroom cultures: The cooperative nature of Kagan structures strengthens social skills, reduces conflict, and promotes positive relationships.

  • Have more fun teaching: Kagan injects energy and excitement into your classroom, making teaching more enjoyable and rewarding.

Guest Expert

This event is facilitated by a Kagan Cooperative Learning National Trainer.

Event Host

This event is organized and hosted by Republic Schools. We appreciate this district providing seats for GOCSD Members. Staff from Republic Schools do not need to register through GOCSD.

GOLearn Professional Learning Framework

GOLearn

Our GOLearn PL Framework provides an overview of the learning experiences we offer. This systems approach supports continuous improvement and allows members to identify the offerings that meet their needs, providing a personalized experience. It includes three strands: Systems Thinking, Safe and Collaborative Culture, and Highly Effective Teaching and Leading.

We use the Learning Forward Standards for Professional Learning when designing our experiences to ensure that we provide professional learning that leads to high-quality leading, teaching, and learning for students and educators.

Review our GOLearn Framework to identify sessions that meet your needs, see what sessions are currently open for registration on our PL Events webpage, and access the content in our on-demand catalog to start learning now.