2024 MSCI Spring Conference
Professional Development Sessions
May 18, 2024
Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island

  Taking That Show on the Road - tips and tricks to getting involved with competitive theater.

AI - Next Steps - learn and share how other coaches and teachers are utilizing AI resources in the classroom.

Online critiques Best Practices - a discussion getting the most out of online critiquing.

Any questions concerning the professional development on Mackinac Island can be directed to Past-President Amy Janz (amy.janz@grasslakeschools.com)
 
3 Hours
        

Past Offerings Include:
Panel Discussion: Lessons Learned in a Virtual Year
Constructive Critiques: Providing Ballots That Make a Difference
Cultural Responsiveness and Equitable Judging Practices
Tournament Safety and Crisis Management Plans
Understanding Copyright Compliance in Speech and Debate
Fundraising Ideas
How to Prepare for the Season Before the Season Starts
Speech Activities, The Common Core, and The Future of Michigan Forensics
How Yoga and Breathing Exercises Help Competitors Enhance Their Performance
Collecting Meaningful Assessment Data in Speech Courses
The State of Speech Activities Across the Country
Creating Creative Visual Aids
Finding and Developing Great Oratory Topics
Public Forum Debate Workshop
Addressing ELA Common Core Requirements & Preparing for the SAT through Public Speaking Instruction
Creative Instruction & Total Participation Techniques for Public Speaking Instruction in Language Arts Classes
How to prepare students for Poetry Slam competition in Public Venues and at Invitational Tournaments
Professional Responsibility:  Marketing Public Speaking Programs for Public Education