In collaboration with Crystal Springs Uplands School, the inaugural Transformative Teaching Conference @ Crystal invites teachers, innovators, and thought leaders to participate in a day-long conference dedicated to transformative teaching practices. The goal of Transformative Teaching is to increase students’ mastery of skills and concepts, while at the same time cultivating in students a love of learning and positive sense of self and ability. This is a unique opportunity to collaborate and learn from the dynamic insights, experiences, and research of your peers that challenge conventional approaches and inspire all of us to enhance our teaching methodologies.

We will also be celebrating CATDC’s 25th anniversary throughout this event! Join us in commemorating our ongoing commitment to uplifting educators.

Specific Objectives/Learning Goals    

• Engaging Pedagogy: Explore methods that engage students more deeply in the learning process, encouraging active participation and critical thinking.
• Culturally Relevant Teaching: Implement strategies that recognize and value diverse cultural backgrounds in the classroom, promoting inclusivity and equity.
• Educational Technology: Integrate technological tools and resources effectively to enhance learning experiences and outcomes.
• Collaborative Learning: Encourage collaboration among educators to share best practices, resources, and insights for continuous improvement.
• Assessment Strategies: Discuss innovative assessment methods that promote learning and provide meaningful feedback to students.
• Student-Centered Approaches: Develop practices that prioritize students' needs, interests, and learning styles to foster a supportive learning environment.
• Social Justice and Advocacy: Address issues of social justice in education and empower teachers to advocate for change within their communities and institutions.
• Community of Practice: Make connections and build partnerships among educators, researchers, and policymakers to foster a community of practice.

Attendees can expect to gain practical strategies, share experiences, and foster meaningful discussions around these objectives to drive transformative change in education.