ExploreLearning
ExploreLearning is a Charlottesville, VA based company that develops online solutions to improve student learning in math and science.
We make Gizmos, the world's largest library of interactive online simulations for math and science education in grades 3-12. See Gizmos on Gizmos.Explorelearning.com.
We make Reflex, the most powerful solution available for math fact fluency. See Reflex at ReflexMath.com.
We have welcomed Science4Us to our team, it's never too early to learn science! Focused on grades K-2, you can learn more at Science4Us.com.
ExploreLearning is a member of Cambium Learning Group.
Applying Sensemaking Scientific Practices with Gizmos
Applying Sensemaking Scientific Practices with Gizmos is part 1 of a webinar version of the onsite Using Gizmos with Science and Engineering Practices. In the workshop, educators experience the four of the science practices embedded within exemplary Gizmo lessons. They analyze how those practices are utilized in a Gizmos lesson and discuss what preparation ...Back to School with Reflex
As teachers embark on a new school year, Back to School with Reflex helps them prepare for their next class to be successful with Reflex. In addition to providing a handy list of best practices for getting the year up and running, the workshop devotes a large portion of time to Q&A. This allows educators to get personalized advice for implementation ...Building Success with Reflex for Administrators
This workshop instructs the person who is overseeing the school-wide or district-wide Reflex implementation in how to support their students and teachers. They learn the administrative side of Reflex, how to analyze all of the data, and how to design school-wide or district-wide recognition programs. The resulting knowledge will help a Reflex administrator ...Classroom Coaching with Gizmos
Badge holders worked with an experienced ExploreLearning instructor to understand how Gizmos instruction integrates into classrooms. Through coaching activities, including lesson modeling, co-teaching a lesson, and receiving feedback on lesson delivery, they gain confidence in planning and delivering Gizmos lessons that support content standards.Correlating Gizmos to District Pacing Guides
Teachers are more likely to use instructional technology resources like Gizmos when they are embedded into the district instructional pacing guides or curricula. This workshop guides district instructional leaders through the alignment process. Participants experience an exemplary Gizmo lesson so that they can understand the best uses of Gizmos for ...Custom Professional Development
ExploreLearning's Professional Development department works with clients to provide the professional learning that their educators need.
This credential indicates that the holder participated in a custom PD event to learn more about ExploreLearning Science4Us and how to successfully integrate instruction with Science4Us into classroom lessons.Delving Deeper into Reflex Data
The Delving Deeper into Reflex Data workshop provides educators dedicated time to explore the reporting features of the program and to more deeply examine their own student data. The instructor guides teachers to a more thorough analysis of the reports and the custom filters that are available within those reports. Educators examine current data within ...Elevating School Engagement with Reflex
Elevating School Engagement with Reflex helps school administrators develop a Reflex implementation plan that helps to create a positive math culture in their schools and encourage student math fact fluency success. Administrators learn how to set goals and create strategies to help students meet Reflex requirements, but also to utilize Reflex to its ...Engaging in Argumentation from Evidence
Engaging in Argumentation from Evidence enables teachers to effectively infuse literacy into their science lessons with Gizmos. Participants explore the use of the Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning Framework to support students as they construct scientific explanations and participate in discourse. Instructors facilitate this exploration through experimentation, ...Expanding the Gizmos Experience
Expanding the Gizmos Experience helps teachers develop a deeper understanding of how to integrate Gizmos into their curriculum, and effective uses of whole group and small group instruction. The course shows teachers how to get the most from the Gizmo Lesson Materials by making these intentional instructional decisions. In the workshop, participants ...