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The Kepler Kiss

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  The Kepler Kiss A Cosmic Coffee Experience Imagine stepping into a bustling café aboard a deep-space station, where the air hums with the gentle vibrations of starships docking and departing. As you make your way to the counter, your senses are immediately captivated by the aroma of a futuristic beverage—the Keplar Kiss .  The Visual Delight Served in a matte-black ceramic mug , the Kepler Kiss is a sight to behold. Its rim glows with a turquoise light, casting an ethereal glow that accentuates the coffee's deep, cosmic allure. The drink itself is a masterpiece, with its surface shimmering like a miniature nebula . Swirls of indigo and violet dance gracefully, interspersed with flecks that resemble distant stars. As you gaze into this cosmic concoction, wisps of steam rise elegantly, forming spiral patterns that subtly mimic constellations. An Atmosphere of Retro-Industrial Sci-Fi The café is a harmonious blend of retro-industrial textures and high-tech sci-fi ambience. The...

Designing Professional Learning for Teachers

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Designing Professional Learning for Teachers Questions of expectations - from the participant's perspective - to assist in designing a user-focused event/program/workshop/webinar. This is a list of questions that a deliverer should ask of themselves when designing a professional learning event for teachers. 1. Why should I attend? 2. What do I need to know, to be ready for the event/workshop? 3. What am I expected to do with this knowledge once I return to school? 4. What will I learn & will it be at my level of knowledge? 5. Why is this training important to me - is it relevant? 6. How will this benefit my student's learning? 7. How can I logistically apply this in my classroom? 8. How can I share this knowledge with my peer teachers once I return to school? 9. What resources can I access once the event/workshop has concluded? 10. How will this benefit my job performance and my career? 11. How will this change my teaching practices? One-off sponsorshi...