{"data":{"ID":1341,"Class":"Conversation","Created":1730307407,"CreatorID":79,"RevisionID":null,"Status":"Accepted","Title":"Conversations for Change: Harnessing the Power of Classroom Dialogue","Handle":"conversations_for_change--harnessing_the_power_of_classroom_dialogue","ShortDescription":"Research shows the power of classroom conversations. In this session we will explore how to facilitate effective conversations across grade levels in order to  promote active participation and build students' agency, independence, and confidence.","Description":"Quality classroom conversations are powerful catalysts for developing students\u2019 Social Emotional Learning (SEL) skills and fostering learner agency. This session will delve into the transformative potential of structured dialogue, showing how intentional conversations can enhance communication, collaboration, and critical SEL components such as self-awareness, empathy, and emotional regulation. By actively engaging students in dialogue, educators empower them to take ownership of their learning, ask critical questions, and contribute to collective problem-solving. This co-creation of a culturally responsive classroom environment promotes active participation and builds students' agency, independence, and confidence. Participants will leave with practical strategies and protocols to facilitate effective conversations across diverse grade levels, ensuring that every student\u2019s voice is heard and valued.","Link":["http:\/\/jenorr.com","http:\/\/www.planzplservices.com","http:\/\/www.resonanceed.com"],"Audience":["All School Levels"],"Practice":"Center for Leadership and Educational Equity protocols and Project Zero thinking routines will be utilized.","Presenter":["Jennifer Orr","Tammy Musiowsky-Borneman","Krista Leh"],"PresenterAffiliation":["Fairfax County Public Schools","Plan Z Professional Learning Services","Resonance Educational Consulting"],"PresenterEmail":["jenorr@gmail.com","tammy@planzplservices.com","krista@resonanceed.com"],"ScheduleSlotID":184,"ScheduleLocationID":37,"SubmitterID":79,"AdditionalComments":null,"LiveChannel":null,"Hashtag":null,"VokleID":null,"RecordingURL":null,"ConferenceID":12}}