Building Learner Independence

Hybrid Professional Learning Event

Join Virginia CEC for a collaborative, hybrid professional learning session focused on strengthening learner independence through intentional instructional practices.

This session centers on High-Leverage Practice 14: Cognitive and Metacognitive Strategies. Participants will explore how special education professionals can enhance instructional decision-making and promote student ownership of learning through self-study and teacher-as-researcher approaches.

Educators will engage with:

• Research-informed strategies
• Practical classroom examples
• Reflective tools that support cognitive and metacognitive development
• Approaches that empower students to take increasing responsibility for their learning

• This professional learning activity is FREE
• Registration is REQUIRED for all participants (in-person and virtual)

• In-person participants must present a state-issued ID for building entry and check-in.
• Registration will close on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, to allow a final participant list to be provided to Truist Security.
• Participants may bring their own lunch.
• Light refreshments will be provided by Virginia CEC.
• Lunch will be available via a group order from Roots Natural Kitchen (salads and grain bowls).
• • Optional lunch registration fee: $20.00
  • Lunch orders must be selected during registration.

• Virtual participants are required to register.
• Zoom meeting details will be emailed to registered participants prior to the event.

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Host or Publisher Virginia Council For Exceptional Children