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1. Long Island Technology & Education Summit - NASSAU BOCES DISTRICTS ONLY

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Tech Summit

Location: Huntington Hilton/Long Island, 598 Broad Hollow Road, Melville, NY 11747 (Melville, NY) [map]

Audience: School district administrators, K-12 teachers, technology directors

Dates: 10/18/2024

Eastern Suffolk BOCES, Nassau BOCES and Western Suffolk BOCES invite all K-12 educators to participate in the 2024 Long Island Technology & Education Summit. The Long Island Technology & Education Summit highlights how schools and educators from across Long Island are leveraging technology to enhance learning. The conference is a platform for sharing ideas and best practices that encourages educationally sound pedagogy.
  • Hours: 5.5
  • Enrolled: 209/220
  • Wait: 0/0

2. *Virtual* Understanding Special Education Data for State Reporting - BEDS Day Snapshot Review Workshop

Program: Student Support Services: State Reporting

Dates: 11/20/2024

Location: Zoom

We will be offering our Understanding Special Education Data for State Reporting - BEDS Day Snapshot review workshop Wednesday November 20th, from 1-3. This workshop will review why reporting this data accurately is important, and how it is used at the State level. This session is intended for any new special education office staff who are responsible for reporting the PD Data System Verification Reports 1-6 and 8. Each verification report will be explained and reviewed. Presented by retired Special Education experts, Dr. Roberta Kupietz and Dr. Arlene Genden Sage. This session is also relevant to current District Data Coordinators who would like to learn more about this collection of reports and how to resolve errors. A Zoom link will be e-mailed to participants the day of the meeting.
  • Hours: 1.5
  • Enrolled: 96/120
  • Wait: 0/20

3. *COPY OF Alternatives to Suspension - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 2/6/2025 to 5/6/2025

Location: Virtual

This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Suspending students has been a part of the school world we work in for decades. There are often very real and necessary reasons for suspending students. When we take a look at what a suspension is, and the impact it has on learning outcomes - we would be better served avoiding suspensions as much as possible. Educators in this course will take a look at behavior and different approaches for avoiding suspensions that could be implemented both at the classroom and building levels. Educators will develop strategies for making connections and addressing behaviors in a manner that prevents suspensions. This class is appropriate for all K-12 educators and PPS Staff. This course must be approved by District prior to start of class.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
  • Wait: 0/0

4. *COPY OF Anti Bullying Strategies For The Classroom - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 2/6/2025 to 5/6/2025

Location: Virtual

This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. We have all read the stories, seen the videos and experienced the impact of bullying. It is perhaps one of the longest lasting epidemics in the educational world. As a profession we have made great strides in preventing bullying in the school, yet there is so much more work to be done. This course will focus on establishing a safe learning environment where all students can learn. Strategies for preventing bullying and assisting the victims of bullying will be addressed. This course is recommended for all K-12 educators.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
  • Wait: 0/0

5. *COPY OF Anxiety and Stress Management in a School Setting - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 2/6/2025 to 5/6/2025

Location: Virtual

This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Anxiety and stress are major factors in the lives of both school professionals and students. The purpose of this course is to enhance student performance by minimizing the negative effects of stress in the classroom. Participants learn a working definition of stress and anxiety, study research findings on the cause of stress, learn reasons explaining its impact upon teaching and learning, and conduct a thorough assessment of stress factors in their classrooms. This knowledge facilitates application of tools and techniques to identify, prevent, and manage stressors to improve academic success. Participants will also identify specific students experiencing debilitating stress and take actions to address these problems and help the student restore personal equilibrium and enhance their performance. This course is appropriate for all K-12 teachers and school professionals.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
  • Wait: 0/0

6. *COPY OF Are You a Culturally Responsive Teacher? - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 2/6/2025 to 5/6/2025

Location: Virtual

This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Delivering culturally-responsive lessons can not only help you engage students, but allow them to make personal connections with content. Greater student investment will lead to many other benefits, such as more rigor and motivation. This course will walk educators through the process of learning about the link between culture and neuroscience, as well as methods for infusing daily lessons with culturally responsive activities. A happier, focused classroom is the ideal outcome.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
  • Wait: 0/0

7. *COPY OF Cross Curricular Coding- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 2/6/2025 to 5/6/2025

Location: Virtual

This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. In order to make connections between what students learn in school and the real world, instructional materials must be relevant to the lives of our students. With the expansion of computer science in K-12 education, the concept of computer programming should be prevalent through a student's education. When working in tandem with core curriculum subjects, connections between coding and the real world become evident. Not only can this collaboration benefit a student's computer science education, it also has the potential to enhance the core curriculum by presenting education in a different way.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
  • Wait: 0/0

8. Substance Use Counselor Circle

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Mental Health Consortium

Location: Nassau BOCES - Mental Health Services Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - virtual

Audience: school substance counselors

Dates: 2/7/2025

Location: virtual

Moderated by LICADD Topic TBD
  • Hours: 1
  • Enrolled: 1/75
  • Wait: 0/0

9. **Virtual State Reporting / Data Warehouse CIO/DDC Meeting

Program: Student Support Services: State Reporting

Dates: 3/5/2025

Location: Zoom

These workshops will cover new Level 0 Updates, new SIRS Manual data elements, upcoming data deadlines and certification dates, and various NYSED policies and procedures. This meeting will be virtual via Zoom. Registrants will receive a link the morning of the meeting.
  • Hours: 2
  • Enrolled: 69/120
  • Wait: 0/20

10. *COPY OF The Peaceful Classroom and Easing Student Anxiety and Stress- LILIE (GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 4/1/2025 to 4/28/2025

Location: Virtual

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Course #: EDUU 9048 Instructor: Kysten Elliston-Martin GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL OR IN-SERVICE The class will address the stress and anxiety students contend with on a daily basis by examining the causes and learning ways to help alleviate such within the classroom. By becoming more aware and versed in strategies of social emotional learning and practices through the lens of culturally responsive practices that embrace and reflect the many identities and experiences of the students in their care, educators will learn to support their students and lessen the stress and anxiety often felt by them. How the recent pandemic has changed student motivation and behavior and what to do in order to meet their unique and diverse interests will be included in this timely course as well. In all, this course will cultivate an awareness and provide resources and strategies to employ in creating a peaceful classroom that works to reduce stress and anxiety of students with the goal of developing equitable practices for the students in one's care, notably for those marginalized populations.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
  • Wait: 0/0

11. **Virtual State Reporting / Data Warehouse CIO/DDC Meeting

Program: Student Support Services: State Reporting

Dates: 4/2/2025

Location: Zoom

This workshop will cover new Level 0 Updates, new SIRS Manual data elements, upcoming data deadlines and certification dates, and various NYSED policies and procedures. This meeting will be virtual via Zoom. Registrants will receive a link the morning of the meeting.
  • Hours: 2
  • Enrolled: 76/120
  • Wait: 0/20

12. Substance Use Counselor Circle

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Mental Health Consortium

Location: Nassau BOCES - Mental Health Services Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - virtual

Audience: school substance counselors

Dates: 4/4/2025

Location: virtual

Moderated by LICADD Topic TBD
  • Hours: 1
  • Enrolled: 1/75
  • Wait: 0/0

13. In-person May State Reporting / Data Warehouse CIO/DDC Meeting

Program: Student Support Services: State Reporting

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - CR 1,2,3

Dates: 5/14/2025

Location: CR 1,2,3

This workshop will cover new Level 0 Updates, new SIRS Manual data elements, upcoming data deadlines and certification dates, and various NYSED policies and procedures. This meeting will be in person at the Nassau BOCES Lupinskie Center. Please show ID at the door.
  • Hours: 2
  • Enrolled: 80/120
  • Wait: 0/20

14. Smart Start Summer PD (Smart Start Grant Participating Teachers Only)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Smart Start Grant

Location: Nassau BOCES, Robert E. Lupinskie Center - One Merrick Avenue,Westbury, NY (Westbury, NY) - n/a

Audience: Smart Start Grant Year Five Teachers

Dates: 6/1/2025

Location: n/a

This activity is only open to teachers participating in the Smart Start Grant through Nassau BOCES.

  • Teachers will be enrolled in an asynchronous Smart Start grant module in the BUZZ Learning Management System (LMS) beginning in June 2025.
  • The goal is for teachers to:
    • Identify their Problem of Practice (POP)
    • Identify any equipment needed for their projects prior to the Fall Regional Workshop
  • The module should take approximately four hours.
  • Teachers will meet with their facilitators once for a two-hour virtual synchronous session over the summer.
  • Teachers will receive a total of six CTLE hours for summer participation in the BUZZ course and meeting with their facilitator.
  • Hours: 6
  • Enrolled: 28/80
  • Wait: 0/0

15. **VIRTUAL** Understanding the VRs 10-16 for Sp Ed and CIO's

Program: Student Support Services: State Reporting

Dates: 6/24/2025

Location: Zoom

We are pleased to offer our workshop on Understanding Special Education Data for State Reporting. This session will cover the importance of accurate data reporting and how this data is utilized at the state level.

This session is intended for new special education office staff responsible for reporting PD Data System Verification Reports 10-16, as well as current district data coordinators interested in learning more about this collection of reports and how to resolve errors.

Topics covered will include the importance of accurate data reporting, utilization of data at the state level, troubleshooting common issues, setting up preschoolers and incoming K students for the summer and next year, and exiting students from IEPDirect for state reporting. Each verification report (11-16) will be explained and reviewed in detail.

The workshop will be presented by retired special education experts, Dr. Roberta Kupietz and Dr. Arlene Genden Sage.

A Zoom link will be e-mailed to participants the day of the meeting.
  • Hours: 2
  • Enrolled: 54/120
  • Wait: 0/20

16. Creating Inclusive Environments for English Language Learners - Cohort 1 **Asynchronous Online Course**

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: EIB

Location: Nassau BOCES - Virtual Professional Development (Westbury, NY) - Virtual Asynchronous Course via Buzz LMS

Audience: PK-12 Teachers, PPS Staff, School Leaders, District Leaders, Central Administrators

Dates: 7/1/2025

Location: Virtual Asynchronous Course via Buzz LMS

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Participate in this virtual asynchronous course to explore strategies for creating inclusive environments for English Language Learners (ELLs) and promoting their full participation alongside classmates in all K-12 educational settings. Experience varied activities including videos, readings, audio recordings, interactive applications, and enhanced AI-powered activities for a personalized, engaging learning experience! This course is offered in partnership by the Equity, Inclusivity and Belonging (EIB), Language Program and Assessment Services (LPAS), and Center for Online Learning (COL) programs.

The course is accessed in the Buzz Learning Management System (LMS). Participants will receive credentials to access within 1-2 business days after signing up on Frontline. It should take approximately 3 hours to complete. Participants who successfully complete the course will earn 3 CTLE hours.

Cohort 1 Start Date: 7/1/2025
Cohort 1 End Date: 8/12/2025

Please contact Katie Yodice at kyodice@nasboces.org or Dr. Kari-Lee Grant at kgrant1@nasboces.org for more information.

This is the first course in an upcoming "ELL Toolkit" series.

Please Note Cancellation Policy: If a participant has registered for, but is unable to attend, a Nassau BOCES workshop, they are required to drop their workshop registration on Frontline/MLP at least 7 days prior to the start date of the workshop. In the event the participant does not cancel within this time frame, the participant/district will be billed.
  • Hours: 3
  • Enrolled: 6/100
  • Wait: 0/0

17. Changing Minds - Using Growth Mindset to Encourage Student Development - (GRAD - UMASS GLOBAL)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 7/28/2025

Location: Virtual

The image of a successful person can vary from one individual to the next; however, upon closer inspection those who succeed share a common quality: their mindset. Teachers will examine various ways to positively alter their own lives as a result of mindset, but equally important, how students can benefit from a growth mindset culture in the classroom. This course must be approved by District prior to start of class.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
  • Wait: 0/0

18. Changing Minds - Using Growth Mindset to Encourage Student Development - In Service LILIE

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 7/28/2025

Location: Virtual

The image of a successful person can vary from one individual to the next; however, upon closer inspection those who succeed share a common quality: their mindset. Teachers will examine various ways to positively alter their own lives as a result of mindset, but equally important, how students can benefit from a growth mindset culture in the classroom. This course must be approved by District prior to start of class.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 2/30
  • Wait: 0/0

19. Cooperative Learning & Team Structures - (GRAD - MANHATTAN COLLEGE) LILIE

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 7/28/2025

Location: Virtual

Course #: EDPD 601 Instructor: Valerie Fiano GRAD THROUGH MANHATTAN COLLEGE OR IN-SERVICE This course will examine the basics of cooperative learning focusing on how to integrate this teaching method, how cooperative learning helps students meet the Next Generation Learning Standards, benefiting from a variety of perspectives and viewpoints, all while integrating technology. The benefits are student content mastery, increased intrinsic motivation through extrinsic motivation, and increased accountability and engagement. An analysis of a variety of cooperative learning methods and practices will be explored. In addition, teachers will examine overall student participation and engagement in learning teams versus traditional classroom configurations and determine successful configurations for different content areas and grade levels at meeting academic expectations District approval must be complete before start date
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 2/30
  • Wait: 0/0

20. Cooperative Learning & Team Structures - In Service LILIE

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 7/28/2025

Location: Virtual

Course #: EDPD 601 Instructor: Valerie Fiano GRAD THROUGH MANHATTAN COLLEGE OR IN-SERVICE This course will examine the basics of cooperative learning focusing on how to integrate this teaching method, how cooperative learning helps students meet the Next Generation Learning Standards, benefiting from a variety of perspectives and viewpoints, all while integrating technology. The benefits are student content mastery, increased intrinsic motivation through extrinsic motivation, and increased accountability and engagement. An analysis of a variety of cooperative learning methods and practices will be explored. In addition, teachers will examine overall student participation and engagement in learning teams versus traditional classroom configurations and determine successful configurations for different content areas and grade levels at meeting academic expectations. This course must be approved by District prior to start of class.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 1/30
  • Wait: 0/0

21. Engaging Family: Strengthening Ties through an Equity Based Approach - GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 7/28/2025

Location: Virtual

Course # TBA Instructor: Kerri Coudrey GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL OR IN-SERVICE "Engaging Family: Strengthen Ties through an Equity Based Approach” is a course designed to help educators improve their skills in building strong, supportive relationships with families from diverse cultural backgrounds. This course will focus on using an equity-based approach to family engagement, which involves actively working to eliminate barriers and create opportunities for all families to participate in and benefit from their children's education and development. Throughout the course, participants will learn about the importance of cultural responsiveness in family engagement, including how to recognize and respect the unique values, beliefs, and practices of different cultural groups. They will also learn how to use a variety of strategies and techniques to effectively communicate with and support families, including through the use of interpreters, home visits, and other forms of outreach to work towards developing a deeper understanding of the complexities of family engagement and gain practical skills for building strong, supportive relationships with families from diverse backgrounds. This course must be approved by District prior to start of class.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
  • Wait: 0/0

22. Engaging Family: Strengthening Ties through an Equity Based Approach - In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 7/28/2025

Location: Virtual

Course # TBA Instructor: Kerri Coudrey GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL OR IN-SERVICE "Engaging Family: Strengthen Ties through an Equity Based Approach” is a course designed to help educators improve their skills in building strong, supportive relationships with families from diverse cultural backgrounds. This course will focus on using an equity-based approach to family engagement, which involves actively working to eliminate barriers and create opportunities for all families to participate in and benefit from their children's education and development. Throughout the course, participants will learn about the importance of cultural responsiveness in family engagement, including how to recognize and respect the unique values, beliefs, and practices of different cultural groups. They will also learn how to use a variety of strategies and techniques to effectively communicate with and support families, including through the use of interpreters, home visits, and other forms of outreach to work towards developing a deeper understanding of the complexities of family engagement and gain practical skills for building strong, supportive relationships with families from diverse backgrounds. This course must be approved by District prior to start of class.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
  • Wait: 0/0

23. Maximizing Strengths and Abilities Supportive Approach for Students with Learning Diversity- LILIE (GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 7/28/2025

Location: Virtual

Course #: EDUU 9072 Instructor: Carmella Currao-McAleavey GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL OR IN-SERVICE "Learning diversity” recognizes that individuals with learning disabilities have unique strengths and abilities, and emphasizes the importance of building on these assets in order to support their learning and development. The concept of learning diversity acknowledges that there is diversity within the ways that individuals learn, and that this diversity should be valued and supported rather than viewed as a deficit emphasizing the importance of creating inclusive and supportive learning environments that recognize and accommodate the needs of all learners, including those with learning disabilities. By using an asset-based approach and framing learning disabilities as learning diversity, educators can shift their focus from deficits to strengths, and work to create inclusive and supportive learning environments that empower all students to succeed. This course will also focus on strategies for helping students with learning diversities succeed in the classroom with techniques for differentiating instruction, adapting materials and assessments, and using assistive technology. In addition, there will be continual exploration in which culture can impact learning and considering the unique needs and experiences of students from diverse backgrounds. Overall, the goal of this course is to provide educators with the knowledge, skills, and strategies they need to support and empower students with learning diversities to reach their full potential.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
  • Wait: 0/0

24. Maximizing Strengths and Abilities Supportive Approach for Students with Learning Diversity- LILIE (IN-SERVICE)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 7/28/2025

Location: Virtual

Course #: EDUU 9072 Instructor: Carmella Currao-McAleavey GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL OR IN-SERVICE "Learning diversity” recognizes that individuals with learning disabilities have unique strengths and abilities, and emphasizes the importance of building on these assets in order to support their learning and development. The concept of learning diversity acknowledges that there is diversity within the ways that individuals learn, and that this diversity should be valued and supported rather than viewed as a deficit emphasizing the importance of creating inclusive and supportive learning environments that recognize and accommodate the needs of all learners, including those with learning disabilities. By using an asset-based approach and framing learning disabilities as learning diversity, educators can shift their focus from deficits to strengths, and work to create inclusive and supportive learning environments that empower all students to succeed. This course will also focus on strategies for helping students with learning diversities succeed in the classroom with techniques for differentiating instruction, adapting materials and assessments, and using assistive technology. In addition, there will be continual exploration in which culture can impact learning and considering the unique needs and experiences of students from diverse backgrounds. Overall, the goal of this course is to provide educators with the knowledge, skills, and strategies they need to support and empower students with learning diversities to reach their full potential.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 2/30
  • Wait: 0/0

25. Teacher Rescue: Preventing and Reversing Burnout - GRAD THROUGH MANHATTAN COLLEGE

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 7/28/2025

Location: Virtual

Course # EDPD 624 Instructor: Cathy Carella-Dean GRAD THOUGH MANHATTAN COLLEGE OR IN-SERVICE The role of an educator has increasingly become more and more demanding. In addition to being content specialists, or service providers, educators find that their roles encompass so much more than delivering instruction and/or services. Educators' daily work includes elements of counseling, caregiving, mentoring, mediating, coaching, and so much more. Over time, these demands can lead educators to feel "burnt out.” This course will give participants the tools to recognize what teacher burn out is and how it negatively impacts teacher and student outcomes. Participants will go beyond identifying issues and will analyze research-based strategies, techniques, and actions to help prevent or reverse burn out. Educators will learn about the positive and invigorating effects of participating in PLCs, PDs, stress management activities, reflections, and leadership opportunities. Educators will discuss and analyze research-based, best practices that improve instructional strategies and collaborative approaches to student learning. Educators will examine their underlying personal beliefs, norms, practices, and assumptions, and reflect on how a student's race or culture may have influenced school culture. Educators identify they will implement to meet the needs of their students with a careful eye to how cultural responsiveness works to achieve this. Educators will synthesize fresh lesson plans and faculty presentations that improve student outcomes and serve to prevent and reverse teacher burnout. This course must be approved by District prior to start of class.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 1/30
  • Wait: 0/0

26. Teacher Rescue: Preventing and Reversing Burnout - In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 7/28/2025

Location: Virtual

Course # EDPD 624 Instructor: Cathy Carella-Dean GRAD THOUGH MANHATTAN COLLEGE OR IN-SERVICE The role of an educator has increasingly become more and more demanding. In addition to being content specialists, or service providers, educators find that their roles encompass so much more than delivering instruction and/or services. Educators' daily work includes elements of counseling, caregiving, mentoring, mediating, coaching, and so much more. Over time, these demands can lead educators to feel "burnt out.” This course will give participants the tools to recognize what teacher burn out is and how it negatively impacts teacher and student outcomes. Participants will go beyond identifying issues and will analyze research-based strategies, techniques, and actions to help prevent or reverse burn out. Educators will learn about the positive and invigorating effects of participating in PLCs, PDs, stress management activities, reflections, and leadership opportunities. Educators will discuss and analyze research-based, best practices that improve instructional strategies and collaborative approaches to student learning. Educators will examine their underlying personal beliefs, norms, practices, and assumptions, and reflect on how a student's race or culture may have influenced school culture. Educators identify they will implement to meet the needs of their students with a careful eye to how cultural responsiveness works to achieve this. Educators will synthesize fresh lesson plans and faculty presentations that improve student outcomes and serve to prevent and reverse teacher burnout. This course must be approved by District prior to start of class.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 2/30
  • Wait: 0/0

27. The Good & Bad of Social Media: Function, Psychology & Usefulness of Social Media in our Students & Classrooms Today - GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 7/28/2025

Location: Virtual

Course #: EDKU 9689 Instructor: Allison Jahn GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL OR IN-SERVICE Today's standards place a heavy emphasis on the various types of technology in the classroom. This course focuses on the social, physical and academic impact of social media on our students, their well-being and their learning. We will analyze and evaluate the role of social media today and its impact on teens in order to discover ways to link popular medias and apps with both academic and personal success. The course will study both the positive and negative roles social media plays in kids' lives, as well as educate Participants on how to utilize this type of technology in our classrooms to foster meaningful learning. Through the lens of culturally responsive practices and growing our own critical consciousness, participants will learn about methods to support and strengthen the success of all students and their unique and diverse backgrounds. Specifically, we will read about incorporating Common Core standards while teaching with social media. In addition to strategies and technology that supports both participants and students, a timely and valuable benefit of this course will help educate and better protect students on the dangers of social media while focusing on the positive connections to their education. Further, participants will discuss how to appropriately integrate critical consciousness with their students and to have that dialogue within the classroom. Additionally, grouping and instructional practices regarding cultural responsiveness will be discussed as well. This course must be approved by District prior to start of class.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
  • Wait: 0/0

28. The Good & Bad of social media: Function, Psychology & Usefulness of social media in our Students & Classrooms Today - In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 7/28/2025

Location: Virtual

Course #: EDKU 9689 Instructor: Allison Jahn GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL OR IN-SERVICE Today's standards place a heavy emphasis on the various types of technology in the classroom. This course focuses on the social, physical and academic impact of social media on our students, their well-being and their learning. We will analyze and evaluate the role of social media today and its impact on teens in order to discover ways to link popular medias and apps with both academic and personal success. The course will study both the positive and negative roles social media plays in kids' lives, as well as educate Participants on how to utilize this type of technology in our classrooms to foster meaningful learning. Through the lens of culturally responsive practices and growing our own critical consciousness, participants will learn about methods to support and strengthen the success of all students and their unique and diverse backgrounds. Specifically, we will read about incorporating Common Core standards while teaching with social media. In addition to strategies and technology that supports both participants and students, a timely and valuable benefit of this course will help educate and better protect students on the dangers of social media while focusing on the positive connections to their education. Further, participants will discuss how to appropriately integrate critical consciousness with their students and to have that dialogue within the classroom. Additionally, grouping and instructional practices regarding cultural responsiveness will be discussed as well. This course must be approved by District prior to start of class.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 1/30
  • Wait: 0/0

29. The Peaceful Classroom and Easing Student Anxiety and Stress- LILIE (GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/1/2025 to 7/28/2025

Location: Virtual

Course #: EDUU 9048 Instructor: Kysten Elliston-Martin GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL OR IN-SERVICE The class will address the stress and anxiety students contend with on a daily basis by examining the causes and learning ways to help alleviate such within the classroom. By becoming more aware and versed in strategies of social emotional learning and practices through the lens of culturally responsive practices that embrace and reflect the many identities and experiences of the students in their care, educators will learn to support their students and lessen the stress and anxiety often felt by them. How the recent pandemic has changed student motivation and behavior and what to do in order to meet their unique and diverse interests will be included in this timely course as well. In all, this course will cultivate an awareness and provide resources and strategies to employ in creating a peaceful classroom that works to reduce stress and anxiety of students with the goal of developing equitable practices for the students in one's care, notably for those marginalized populations.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
  • Wait: 0/0

30. The Peaceful Classroom and Easing Student Anxiety and Stress- LILIE (IN-SERVICE)

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/1/2025

Location: Virtual

Course #: EDUU 9048 Instructor: Kysten Elliston-Martin GRAD THROUGH UMASS GLOBAL OR IN-SERVICE The class will address the stress and anxiety students contend with on a daily basis by examining the causes and learning ways to help alleviate such within the classroom. By becoming more aware and versed in strategies of social emotional learning and practices through the lens of culturally responsive practices that embrace and reflect the many identities and experiences of the students in their care, educators will learn to support their students and lessen the stress and anxiety often felt by them. How the recent pandemic has changed student motivation and behavior and what to do in order to meet their unique and diverse interests will be included in this timely course as well. In all, this course will cultivate an awareness and provide resources and strategies to employ in creating a peaceful classroom that works to reduce stress and anxiety of students with the goal of developing equitable practices for the students in one's care, notably for those marginalized populations.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 2/30
  • Wait: 0/0

31. #NoFakeNews: Teaching Information Literacy - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date.

When students of today are asked to research something, a few things might happen, sometimes simultaneously: Students will struggle to choose their own research topic and browse for ideas. Students take a stance before researching and get frustrated when sources don't fit their argument. Out of desperation, students rely on less credible sources Students are reluctant to go beyond Google and become overwhelmed by information choices and quantities. Students find it difficult to find the right words when searching for information online. Students aren't aware of the need to search again and again, refining their searches as they discover new questions and synthesize new information. Most likely, your student will give up and choose a different topic. This course will help both you and your students navigate the many credible databases that exist, learn search terms, feel confident in research, and eliminate the #fakenews and plagiarism that students so often fall victim to when the research process becomes overwhelming or hits a dead end.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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32. 21st Century Skills: From Your Classroom to the Workplace and College - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. The workplace and higher education settings we are preparing our students for is much different than what we as their teachers encountered coming out of high school 10. 20. or 30 years ago. The evolution of technology, collaboration and communication methods has rewritten what it means to be college and career ready in this century. Teachers in this class will look at methods and strategies for increasing the amount of 21st Century workplace and college skills in their classroom. Areas of exploration will include PBL, the flipped classroom, blended learning and digital collaboration and sharing. This course is appropriate for all K-12 educators.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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33. A Classroom Brand and Identity - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Technology has become ubiquitous in today's classroom. With all of these innovations in technology, it's important to take time to reflect on how to most effectively use our time with the most appropriate tools for learning. We will explore ideas for parent communication, update classroom websites with engaging reinforcement & enrichment activities, and explore how to utilize QR Codes in the classroom. By utilizing professional Twitter accounts, students will have the latest educational updates and ideas from the gurus in education. This class will allow you to apply technology to any discipline of elementary education to make your teaching even more engaging. Each educator will have the opportunity to create student resources, collaborate with their peers, and exchange ideas and best practices.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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34. A New Bully - The Cyberbully - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Bullies have always existed, so why is it important to address cyberbullying? In a nutshell, it can be extremely detrimental to the victim's physical and mental health and, in some cases, possibly deadly. Since cyberbullying allows the anonymity of bullying from a distance, it can also be easily hidden from parents, friends and school administrators and adds an almost invisible dimension to the traditional face-to-face bullying that can be hard to detect and address. A primary goal of this course requires that teachers will learn various techniques that they can implement upon return to their classrooms. Additionally, teachers will reflect on what they are learning and propose a way to integrate cyberbullying content into the classroom curriculum. This course is appropriate for all K-12 school professionals.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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35. Achieving Literacy Gains for Students with Limited English - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Our country's diversity and demographics have changed what our classrooms look like. We all encounter students that have limited English, and we need to differentiate instruction to meet their needs. In order to meet academic success, this population needs to make linguistic gains in order to begin to master course content. Participants will work with evidence-based practices and instructional intervention strategies to improve language skills for this population.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 1/30
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36. Acquiring Parent Involvement and Support - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Each day we as educators have reasons to reach out and communicate with parents. Our changing educational and technological landscape has really altered how we accomplish obtaining a strong level of parental involvement and support. Just as importantly, the American family looks much different than it did years ago. With changes in student population groups, these changes in family structures become even more complex. Educators in this course will examine methods for utilizing technology to engage parents and achieve their support in the education process.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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37. Adapting Instruction to Reduce Unwanted Behavior - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. We often look at behavior as something that needs to be addressed before instruction can occur. Research shows that with the right instructional tools, we can limit those unwanted behaviors that interrupt the learning process. Educators in this course will examine dozens of research-based strategies to address behavior through instruction. Each educator in this course will focus on specific behaviors from their classes and will utilize research-based strategies for overcoming these barriers to learning.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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38. Adding Mindfulness and Meditation Into Your Classroom- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Mindfulness when integrated into the classroom, has the ability to transform classroom and school culture. We as educators understand that we are living in a time when social emotional learning is an urgent matter. Mental health issues and school violence are on the rise. It is clear that so many students are emotionally deprived, socially disconnected, foundation-less, and uncentered. We as educators need to get back to where the whole child is cared for and nurtured. Creating a safe haven and a refuge for children of all backgrounds and abilities. Giving the students the ability to face difficult emotions and discover what is really is the underlying issue. Educators in this course will develop strategies for putting mindfulness activities into their classrooms to improve student learning outcomes and behaviors.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 2/30
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39. Adding Yoga Into Your Classroom- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Today's children are more anxious and stressed at school than ever before due to more rigid testing requirements and higher academic and social expectations. The prevalence of behavior and emotional disorders is on the rise in children. In this course you will learn ways to figure out how to help these children by giving them the tools to calm themselves during anxious moments, quiet their minds of the negative thinking, and feel good about themselves in general. Begin introducing some breathing techniques, guided visualizations, and a few postures a few minutes each day. As teachers, we all face the dilemma of not having enough time to teach with depth and it seems like we are always just scratching the surface. We are bombarded by paperwork, testing requirements, classroom management issues, and now core curriculum expectations. Most teachers would say, "How do you expect me to fit yoga into my already jam-packed schedule?” The answer is, as a teacher who Incorporating yoga can be as simple as 10 minutes a day.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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40. Addressing Conflict through Restorative Justice Practices- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Restorative justice is a theory of justice that focuses on mediation and agreement rather than punishment. Offenders must accept responsibility for harm and make restitution with victims. Teachers who use restorative discipline practices find that behavior in their classroom improves dramatically. They have better relationships with their students and, therefore, less stress from unresolved conflicts. For the growing number of districts using restorative justice, the programs have helped strengthen campus communities, prevent bullying, and reduce student conflicts. And the benefits are clear: early-adopting districts have seen drastic reductions in suspension and expulsion rates, and students say they are happier and feel safer. This course is appropriate for all K-12 school professionals.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 1/30
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41. Addressing Disciplinary Literacy- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. When students enter middle and high school, their teachers expect that they have learned the basic skills and strategies for reading and comprehending text. Students who are still working to develop these proficiencies may need assistance from their classroom teachers and, in some cases, from specialists in reading or special education, to support their reading and writing in the classroom. This course will help educators to learn to create effective integrated literacy experiences for all students in every discipline. An important focus of the course is the development of discipline-specific and academic language. Teachers will examine and analyze the unique characteristics of the literacy patterns of their individual discipline and acquire strategies for addressing these patterns in order to improve comprehension. Disciplinary literacy needs to be seen not as an add-on, but as a means to an end, that end being deeper understanding and transfer of learning for all students. This course is appropriate for all K-12 school professionals.
  • Hours: 45
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42. Addressing Rigor in all Classrooms- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Educators want to create a learning environment that supports learners at every level to reach their greatest potential. This course provides the participant with practical ways to achieve this goal. Through careful exploration of what rigor is, and understanding how to best incorporate rigorous lessons, activities, and assessments, educators will be able to support students to make meaning for themselves! This method allows both the struggling and advanced students to focus on the same ultimate goal, expectations, process, and demonstrations of learning rather than the same final outcome! This course is appropriate for all K-12 school personnel.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 1/30
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43. Addressing the Impact of Poverty- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. There are between 15 and 20 million American children living in poverty today. Poverty impacts performance in class, as well as the ability to prepare for learning at home. For educators to overcome the devastating impact poverty has on learning, they must first understand the relationship between academic achievement and socio-economic status. Educators will gain strategies and tools to assist and meet the needs of impoverished youth.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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44. Adjusting the Norm - Strategies for Embracing All Cultures in the Classroom- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. As our country's demographics shift, the impact can be seen in the classroom as we are teaching students from across the world. There is great potential for embracing cultures and enhancing instructional activities, while bridging cultures between home and school. Educators will review research-based strategies to better incorporate students from other cultures into the classroom. Educators in this course will become empowered to adjust instructional delivery to meet the needs of their classroom's changing demographics and improve educational outcomes for all students.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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45. Adolescent Literacy- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Literacy skills are essential in order to participate in today's increasingly global society and economy that demand the ability to effectively use literacy in multiple contexts for multiple purposes. Today's adolescents have greater literacy demands placed upon them than ever before as they prepare to enter an adult world that requires their ability to read, write, and speak successfully. Today's teachers face greater challenges than ever before in meeting the increasingly diverse literacy needs of their students in order to prepare them for success in the adult world. This course will prepare you to assist your adolescent students who struggle with literacy to achieve literacy success by providing strategies and techniques that you can incorporate into your secondary classroom in order to scaffold your students' literacy development. In this course, you will learn to implement research-based instructional practices that scaffold adolescents' literacy development in the areas of motivation, engagement, reading expository text, using prior knowledge, vocabulary, comprehension, writing, and studying. Additionally, you will learn to implement research-based assessment techniques that will allow you to monitor your students' growth and adjust your instructional practices to foster their continued progress.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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46. Advancing ELL Family-School Relationships- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. English Language Learners are the fastest growing group of students that today's schools services. This course will assist educators in developing strategies and skills to understand ELL students' backgrounds and how to establish and grow strong family relationships. Educators will develop classroom skills to use in their classrooms to improve instructional outcomes. Educators will examine belief systems and research based practices for serving diverse cultures and languages in the classroom, as well as methods for ensuring a positive classroom culture and climate.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 1/30
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47. Advancing Sexual Literacy: A Comprehensive Course in High School Sex Education- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. What is sex education and is there a need for it in our schools? Some of the broader topics in sex education: what is human sexuality and what is the sexualization of children, teens & women and its effects on not only them but the impact it has on boys and men as well. The class will also examine the media's role in teaching children and teens about sex, sexual decision-making, and consequences. Finally, students will have the opportunity to practice role-play scenarios in the event that their students ask them sex, sexuality, anatomy, and reproductive-related questions. If the educator feels that the question is inappropriate they will be given tools and strategies to address that as well.
  • Hours: 45
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48. Aggression in Students- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. In today's educational landscape, understanding and effectively addressing student aggression is crucial for creating a safe and productive learning environment. This professional development course is designed for educators, school counselors, administrators, and support staff who are dedicated to fostering positive student behavior and academic success.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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49. AI For All- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. This course provides educators with a comprehensive understanding of how artificial intelligence (AI) can be integrated into general education. Participants will explore various AI tools and their applications in personalized learning, assessment, and feedback. Ethical considerations and future trends will also be discussed. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to effectively implement AI in their educational practices.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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50. AI In Physical Education- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. In an era when AI is beginning to reshape how we learn, live, and work, higher education leaders are embracing its potential. Increasingly asking what it means for their students to be AI-ready. Technology is not something we can hide from our students. What should high schools be teaching their students about AI? What will be the impact of AI on their future work? What skills should high schools be teaching them to be able to leverage AI in their work when they graduate a year from now or four years from now? Throughout the course, students will have the opportunity to develop practical skills, critical thinking abilities, and a deep understanding of the potential impact of AI on physical education. The aim is to prepare individuals to navigate the evolving landscape of education and sports with proficiency in both AI and physical activity
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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51. AI In Special Education- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. This course empowers educators to harness the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in special education settings. Through a blend of theoretical foundations and hands-on application, teachers will learn to leverage AI tools and resources to personalize instruction, adapt curriculum, and support diverse learners effectively. Topics include AI-driven assistive technologies, data-driven decision-making, and creating inclusive learning environments. Ethical considerations, accessibility standards, and best practices for collaboration between AI systems and human educators will be explored. By the end of the course, teachers will be equipped with the knowledge and strategies to integrate AI seamlessly into their instructional practices, enhancing outcomes for students with special needs.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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52. Aiming Towards Eliminating Problem Behaviors- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Every teacher across the country deals with some form of a problem behavior in the classroom. This course will present strategies for preventing these behaviors and responding to them. Participants will develop the capacity to provide a caring, energetic and safe classroom atmosphere where all students are encouraged and engaged. Participants will also examine methods for adapting instruction to prevent behaviors before they occur.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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53. All Learning Types: Differentiating Instruction to Meet the NGLS- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. This course is designed to provide educators with the resources to create a learning environment that will maximize the potential for student success by using the strategies associated with differentiated instruction. In this course the educator will gain knowledge of how to manage instructional time in a way that meets curriculum standards and also provides motivating, challenging, and meaningful experiences for school age students by differentiating instruction. Participants will be presented with a variety of strategies for differentiating instruction by establishing a foundation in the principles of differentiated instruction. They will understand what defines differentiation and recognize their role and responsibilities in a differentiated learning community. Practical applications of how to differentiate with the content, process, and product will be explored while planning differentiated lessons. They will establish quality criteria and assessments to clarify and evaluate assignments. At the end of this course the educator will be able to modify, adapt, and design new approaches to instruction in response to students' needs, interests, and learning preferences. They will possess a repertoire of strategies for differentiating instruction that will allow them to respond to the diverse needs of the students in their classroom.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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54. Alternatives to Suspension - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Suspending students has been a part of the school world we work in for decades. There are often very real and necessary reasons for suspending students. When we take a look at what a suspension is, and the impact it has on learning outcomes - we would be better served avoiding suspensions as much as possible. Educators in this course will take a look at behavior and different approaches for avoiding suspensions that could be implemented both at the classroom and building levels. Educators will develop strategies for making connections and addressing behaviors in a manner that prevents suspensions. This class is appropriate for all K-12 educators and PPS Staff. This course must be approved by District prior to start of class.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 1/30
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55. America is Divided - What it Means for the Classroom- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. It is crucial to address the unsustainable inequalities in America. This course will delve into the significant issues that divide our society, such as housing segregation, education inequities, social displacement leading to drug addiction, loss of democratic representation, immigration, toxic environments, and domestic worker disenfranchisement. We will use Norman Lear's America Divided series and its extensive curriculum as a foundation, exploring various perspectives to understand these divisions. By examining these critical issues, we will seek common ground and solutions that foster equity. These discussions are vital for our students, and participants will examine the impact on the classroom and student achievement and engagement.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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56. An Analysis of DBT Skills and their Usefulness in the School Setting - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Increasing numbers of children and adolescents are experiencing mental health struggles and engaging in high risk activities such as self harm and suicidal behavior. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a primary treatment approach for these behaviors in children and adults. This class covers each of the four main components of DBT including mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It is highly recommended that you take Introduction to DBT and its Usage in Schools prior to taking this class. Participants of this class will gain a better understanding of how each DBT skill can be used in the school setting and will engage in activities that will assist them in incorporating each skill into their work with students. Disclaimer: This class is educational in nature and does not serve as an official DBT training program for clinicians.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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57. Anti Bullying Strategies For The Classroom - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. We have all read the stories, seen the videos and experienced the impact of bullying. It is perhaps one of the longest lasting epidemics in the educational world. As a profession we have made great strides in preventing bullying in the school, yet there is so much more work to be done. This course will focus on establishing a safe learning environment where all students can learn. Strategies for preventing bullying and assisting the victims of bullying will be addressed. This course is recommended for all K-12 educators.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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58. Anti Bullying Strategies For The Classroom - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. We have all read the stories, seen the videos and experienced the impact of bullying. It is perhaps one of the longest lasting epidemics in the educational world. As a profession we have made great strides in preventing bullying in the school, yet there is so much more work to be done. This course will focus on establishing a safe learning environment where all students can learn. Strategies for preventing bullying and assisting the victims of bullying will be addressed. This course is recommended for all K-12 educators.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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59. Anxiety and Stress Management in a School Setting - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Anxiety and stress are major factors in the lives of both school professionals and students. The purpose of this course is to enhance student performance by minimizing the negative effects of stress in the classroom. Participants learn a working definition of stress and anxiety, study research findings on the cause of stress, learn reasons explaining its impact upon teaching and learning, and conduct a thorough assessment of stress factors in their classrooms. This knowledge facilitates application of tools and techniques to identify, prevent, and manage stressors to improve academic success. Participants will also identify specific students experiencing debilitating stress and take actions to address these problems and help the student restore personal equilibrium and enhance their performance. This course is appropriate for all K-12 teachers and school professionals.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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60. Anxiety Disorders and Other Emotional Disturbances - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Anxiety related issues, just as in our society, are on a rise in today's classrooms. Each year, schools are seeing more students with diagnosed anxiety conditions and emotional disturbances. Educators taking this course will build strategies and techniques for meeting the needs of the emotionally disabled student in the mainstream classroom. Educators will research, analyze and develop effective strategies on building positive personal relationships with students and behavior modifications for this population.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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61. Applying Evidence Based Practices to Improve Classroom Management - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. This course will deeply analyze and develop strategies for improving classroom management. All strategies are evidence based and will help teachers improve their management of physical space, instruction, routine development, correcting behavior and issuing consequences. Teachers will develop proactive strategies that will improve student learning outcomes and behavioral outcomes. This course is appropriate for all K-12 teachers and assistants.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 1/30
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62. Approaches for Changing Student Behavior Using PBIS - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. The barriers that occur to learning can not be single-handedly removed. Unfortunately, one such barrier occurs when behaviors are disrupting the learning community. The climate of each school community is different. Therefore, a "one size fits all” approach is not as effective as interventions based on the needs of each school. Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is a proactive approach to establishing the behavioral supports and social culture and needed for all students in a school to achieve social, emotional and academic success. A system focused on creating school-wide, classroom and individual supports improves academic and behavioral results. This course will assist educators in creating a support system for their classroom that will help to increase behavioral and academic results. This course is appropriate for all regular and special education educators.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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63. Are You a Culturally Responsive Teacher? - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Delivering culturally-responsive lessons can not only help you engage students, but allow them to make personal connections with content. Greater student investment will lead to many other benefits, such as more rigor and motivation. This course will walk educators through the process of learning about the link between culture and neuroscience, as well as methods for infusing daily lessons with culturally responsive activities. A happier, focused classroom is the ideal outcome.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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64. Assessment and Innovative Data Instruction - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. A central aspect of teachers' professional knowledge and competence is the ability to assess students' achievements adequately. Data driven instruction is a precise and calculated approach to improve student comprehension throughout the school year. Implementing and utilizing data to drive instruction is perceived to be an overwhelming task. This course will help educator use data analysis to improve student learning. The use different assessment types and data are at the heart of data driven instruction. Participants will analyze data, focus on increasing rigor in the classroom, types of assessment, and the building blocks to successful data driven instruction implementation. This course is appropriate for all K-12 educators.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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65. Auditory Processing Disorder - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. APD is a disorder in affecting a person's ability to understand speech and process auditory information. The impact that this disorder can have on a student is profound. How often do you have a student ask you to repeat something or have a delay in answering your questions? The affects go beyond this. Their classwork, homework, test grades, comprehension and retention all suffer. A student who has trouble processing incoming information or directions, will give answers that seem odd or not even related at all. Their output is affected and can lead to countless errors. This course will focus on what APD is, diagnosing APD, distinguishing differences between APD and other disorders, treatment of APD, classroom modification, teaching strategies, and compensatory strategies to make these students more successful in the classroom. This class is appropriate for all K-12 teachers.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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66. Authentic Assessment in Physical Education - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Personalized learning is taking education by storm and we need to determine what it looks like in physical education. This course will help physical education teachers learn how to design and implement the knowledge and skills for students to engage in a lifetime of health and fitness.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 1/30
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67. Autism Spectrum Disorder - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. We have all heard the expression, "on the spectrum,” but what does it mean? What implications would this have on your classroom? This courses will review the characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger's Syndrome and Pervasive Developmental Disorder. Participants will examine best instructional practices and methodologies. This course is appropriate for all teachers K-12
  • Hours: 45
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68. Basics of Blended Learning - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Blended learning has continued to gain momentum in the world of education in recent years. Many teachers would love to try blended learning, but don't know where to start. This course will explain the basics of blended learning and introduce the participant to basic and easy resources to start implementing blended learning into their classrooms tomorrow! Participants will create worksheets, lesson plans and a unit plan that put blended learning into practice. This course is appropriate for all K-12 educators.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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69. Battling Teacher Burnout - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Teachers in today's classrooms have more expectations and pressures placed on them than ever before. The rapid change that we have seen in education is nothing like previous teacher generations faced. Federal and State standards, technological advancements, social emotional initiatives and teacher ratings have created pressures on teachers that cannot be denied. All teachers have heard about teacher burnout - it is something that has been discussed in faculty rooms by first year teachers and veteran teachers alike. Educators need to develop and work at the skills needed to prevent this burnout. Educators in this course will be able to reflect upon their attitudes and morale, and strategies for improving their morale and professionalism. It is essential to consider how this burnout can impact your teaching practice and, as a result, student achievement. Educators will examine methods for improving morale and avoiding burnout feelings.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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70. BBT - Brain Based Teaching - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Participants will investigate how the brain processes, stores, and retrieves information as well as what teaching techniques support students' learning the most. The course provides tips on how to grab students' attention, keep it, improve their memory, and prepare them for tests. In order to ensure that all students achieve their potential, students will acquire cutting-edge methods for creating lessons and assessments as well as for modifying instructional strategies. It will examine a range of learning techniques that can be applied to enhance student mastery of relevant material. Utilizing online resources will improve your knowledge and abilities. You will find online materials that will complement and enhance your course work during this course. This course is appropriate for all K-12 school professionals.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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71. Behavior Modification in the New Age of Technology - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Behaviors are learned through experience and observations. They can also be instinctual and adaptive. For quite some time, the underpinnings of behavior modification have worked through operant conditioning and established consequences. While this theory still has its application and uses today; many teachers, school psychologists, social workers and guidance counselors often find the struggle of reward systems and motivational techniques fading quicker than they once did. In fact, extrinsic and intrinsic motivation hold less merit to students with easier access to technology and the internet. Students in the K-12 population are more motivated by social status via technological media as less value is held in developing social connections through verbal and tactile experiences. The purpose of this course is to uncover how motivation to behaviors have adapted due to technology and to adequately address and intervene with problem behavior through behavior modification techniques. This course is appropriate for all student support staff members, regular and special education teachers.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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72. Blended Learning in Physical Education - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Physical Education is no longer just about getting into teams and playing games. Today, innovative educators in both higher education, corporate learning & development are improving learning through technology, as evidenced by the rapid adoption of technology-assisted teaching methods and blended learning models. We need to keep up with current trends in education and stay relevant. As we continue to navigate our way through remote learning and hybrid instruction, it is essential for us to continue to develop equitable practices to help all students meet success. Participants in this course will also focus on how their experiences and personal biases can impact teaching and learning.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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73. Breaking Barriers: The Opportunity Gap and its Impact on Education - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. In this course, participants will research and understand the widening income gap in the United States and its effects on education in underserved communities. It is widely believed that education isn important stepping stone for financial and personal success. However, as it has been widely documented, students from underserved communities are not being afforded the same opportunities as their peers in more affluent communities (hence, why the term has shifted from "achievement gap” to "opportunity gap”). This course will delve into the history of these lack of opportunities, introduce educators to available resources, and help teachers begin thinking about ways to close the opportunity gap of our underserved student populations, especially our multilingual learners.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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74. Bring PBL to Physical Education - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Personalized learning is taking education by storm, and we need to determine what it looks like in physical education. This course will help physical education teachers learn how to design and implement project-based learning with voice and choice so they can offer more innovative lessons for their students
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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75. Bringing More Formative Assessment Into Your Classroom - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. A teacher's use of formative assessment techniques is essential in ensuring he or she is meeting the learning targets for a unit. Teachers need to know "who knows what” before moving on. Formative assessment is nothing new - our teachers were administering formative assessments to us when we were in school many years ago. In today's digital, we are lucky to have so many more tools to assist us in our formative assessments. Teachers in the class will review the research on formative assessment as well as explore dozens of instructional tools that can be used for formative assessments. Teachers will leave this course with concrete and easy to use examples for embedding more formative assessments into their lessons.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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76. Building a Classroom Culture of Resilience - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Have you ever wondered why some students seem to be able to push through anything that life throws at them, while others shut down as soon as adversity sinks in? Have you ever thought that if you could teach students to "not give up” and to "get back up when knocked down” that you could better reach your learning targets and goals in the classroom? This course will focus on Grit, Resilience, Stress Reduction, Trauma, Learning from Failure and Mindfulness in the classroom. Educators will have the opportunity to implement research-based strategies and co-construct knowledge with their peers through interactive discussions. Educators will develop a full understanding of what it means to be resilient and how we can integrate strategies at both the classroom and building levels. This course is appropriate for all K-12 educators.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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77. Building Essential Literacy Skills Through Play - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Play is one of the most important ways in which young children gain essential knowledge and skills. For this reason, play opportunities and environments that promote play, exploration and hands-on learning are at the core of effective literacy programs. Children become literate members in society by listening and interacting with the people that surround them. Participants will review the cognitive research revealing how children learn to read while examining the benefits of uninterrupted play and how it encourages language development. This course offers successful, evidence-based strategies to use during play that will enhance reading and writing skills while building a joyful classroom.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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78. Building Strong Classroom Communities- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Are you passionate about creating inclusive, positive, and thriving learning environments? The ""Building Strong Classroom Communities"" professional development course is designed for educators seeking to enhance their skills in fostering collaborative, supportive, and engaging classrooms. This course will delve into key aspects of building strong classroom communities, gaining practical insights, and implementing evidence-based strategies. From understanding diverse student needs to mastering conflict resolution and incorporating social-emotional learning, participants will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to cultivate a positive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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79. Canva for Classroom Teachers- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Canva is an excellent tool for keeping students engaged and improving classroom communication. Whether you are creating worksheets for students or newsletters for communication, this course will assist you in mastering the ins and outs of Canva. You will be on the road to creating high quality finished products that will engage students and impress parents!
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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80. CGI Math- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) is a student-centered approach to teaching math. It starts with what your students already know and builds on their natural number sense and intuitive approaches to problem solving. CGI teachers start with what students know and build on their intuitive problem-solving processes so that each and every student grows in their understanding of rigorous math concepts. Research shows that CGI increases: students' math achievement, students' problem-solving experiences and teachers' math knowledge. This course is designed so that teachers meet the needs of their students and make connections between research on children's thinking and their State Math Standards. This course is appropriate for all K-12 school professionals.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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81. Character Education- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Character education provides guidance for youth to understand their abilities, to strive to reach their fullest potential, to care for others and enables all youth positive self-development. Schools can foster this development in and out of the classroom by focusing on intellectual, social, emotional, and ethical character in students. Implementing character development programs that focus on these needs give students the optimal chance at success. Character education is a primary prevention tool used to promote positive youth development, academic achievement, and character development.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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82. Co- Teaching Methods That Work- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. The benefits of the co-teaching classroom are immense for our students. Even with the high stakes of a successful inclusion classroom, many teachers have not had the opportunity to develop their co-teaching skills. This course will refresh teachers on special education law, the IEP and other regulations. The relationship between the special education and general education teachers will be examined. This course is appropriate for K-12 General and Special Education Teachers.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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83. Combating Childhood Obesity Through Physical Education- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. How can we as educators help prevent childhood obesity? It is not classified information that we have an obesity crisis in America. Children with obesity can suffer from physical, mental, emotional, and social problems. As an educator it can be frustrating figuring out how to address these issues in physical education class. This course, will introduce you to the causes of childhood obesity. Knowledge of these factors and their negative consequences will help you as an educator combat the causes of a childhood obesity. Using the techniques from this course, you will be able to promote healthy choices that can positively impact students for the rest of their lives.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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84. Combating Childhood Obesity Through Physical Education- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. How can we as educators help prevent childhood obesity? It is not classified information that we have an obesity crisis in America. Children with obesity can suffer from physical, mental, emotional, and social problems. As an educator it can be frustrating figuring out how to address these issues in physical education class. This course, will introduce you to the causes of childhood obesity. Knowledge of these factors and their negative consequences will help you as an educator combat the causes of a childhood obesity. Using the techniques from this course, you will be able to promote healthy choices that can positively impact students for the rest of their lives.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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85. Compassion in Your Classroom- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. In today's educational landscape, fostering a compassionate environment is more crucial than ever. Nurturing Compassion Within Our Schools is a professional development course designed for educators, administrators, and school staff dedicated to creating a more empathetic and supportive school culture. This course provides practical strategies and insights into cultivating compassion among students, colleagues, and the broader school community. Participants will explore the foundations of compassion, its impact on student learning and well-being, and the role it plays in building a positive school climate. Through interactive workshops, real-world case studies, and collaborative discussions, attendees will gain the tools needed to implement compassion-based practices in their daily interactions and institutional policies.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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86. Conflict Resolution - How to Maintain the Peace in Your Classroom- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. From the first year teacher to a seasoned veteran, classroom management is often identified as an area teachers would like to improve. Teachers are looking to build upon their ability to relate to students and address conflicts as they arise. This class will look at some easy to implement strategies to assist teachers in reducing conflict and outbursts in the room. Teachers will also examine some basic negotiation and mediation skills that are easy to execute and can help "keep the peace.”
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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87. Constructing Critically Conscious Learning Environments- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. This course provides teachers with the knowledge and skills to nurture creativity in their students. Among students in our classrooms, creativity varies over a wide range - visual, mechanical, verbal, artistic, linguistic, athletic, mathematical, and analytical. This course defines creativity and describes behaviors most often associated with it. In addition, a model is systematically developed that teachers may use to develop creative lessons. The course elaborates upon the model by adding and covering topics that range from finding problems to critical thinking. Each topic is functionally related to model components. An emphasis is also put on the application of the model to lesson development and teaching creatively. This course is appropriate for all K-12 teachers and school professionals.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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88. Cooperative Learning Strategies- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Cooperative Learning is an instructional method in which students work in small groups to accomplish a common learning goal under the guidance of the teacher. Cooperative learning strategies offer students the possibility to learn by applying knowledge in an environment more similar to the one they will encounter in their future work life. Teachers get the chance to work on core competencies and on students' communication and soft skills, which are valuable for students' success in life and work, integrating them in school curricula. This course will explore strategies that teachers can bring back to their classroom and implement. This course is appropriate for all K-12 staff.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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89. Creating a Culture of Learning and Growth Mindset- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. The focus on building our students' growth mindset capacity continues to prove to be an important role for educators. Teachers are often aware of the concepts behind mindsets but have not looked at their lessons and teaching techniques in relation to the concept. Teachers in this course will develop methods for reflecting on their current practices and materials in a manner that will assist their students in growing this essential capacity. Present research and best practices will be evaluated and utilized to improve student learning outcomes in the classroom.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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90. Cross Curricular Coding- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. In order to make connections between what students learn in school and the real world, instructional materials must be relevant to the lives of our students. With the expansion of computer science in K-12 education, the concept of computer programming should be prevalent through a student's education. When working in tandem with core curriculum subjects, connections between coding and the real world become evident. Not only can this collaboration benefit a student's computer science education, it also has the potential to enhance the core curriculum by presenting education in a different way.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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91. Dangerous Trends in Adolescence Behavior- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Adolescence is defined as the period of life that starts with the biological, hormonal and physical changes of puberty and ends at the age at which an individual attains a stable, independent role in society. Adolescents' health and well-being is threatened by their reckless and risky behaviors. Factors affecting adolescence, including rapid developmental changes and physical growth, family and social contexts. Adolescents engage in more risky behavior than adults, as a general rule, adolescents and young adults are more likely than adults to binge drink, smoke cigarettes, have casual sex partners, engage in violent and other criminal behavior, and have fatal or serious accidents.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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92. Data Driven Instruction- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Data driven instruction is a precise and calculated approach to improve student comprehension throughout the school year. Implementing and utilizing data to drive instruction is perceived to be an overwhelming task. This course will help educator use data analysis to improve student learning. The use of data and student learning objectives (SLOs) are at the heart of data driven instruction. Participants will analyze data, focus on increasing rigor in the classroom, types of assessment, and the building blocks to successful data driven instruction implementation. This course is appropriate for all K-12 educators.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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93. Differentiated Instruction for English Language Learners- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. English Language Learners (ELLs) need to have access to K-12 curriculum and be able to achieve the same level of success as their English-speaking counterparts. This course prepares teachers to effectively understand ELLs' backgrounds and to differentiate their instructional approach. By providing the skills to differentiate their instruction through multiple modalities, this course gives a practical, classroom ready application of new learning to improve instructional practice. This course is appropriate for both regular and special education educators.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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94. Embracing Student Diversity and Immigrant Students in the K-12 Classroom- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Culturally competent educators understand the diverse needs of their students and establish a culture of learning that provides opportunities for all students to succeed. Across the nation we are seeing a cultural gap that educators must navigate, including the challenges that current immigration issues and language differences have established. Educators in this course will develop strategies for incorporating, and celebrating, students' strengths and differences into daily lessons. Each educator will develop strategies for creating lessons and integrating strategies to become a more culturally competent teacher while promoting a safe space for learning and cultural differences.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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95. Emotional Disabilities - Best Practices- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Students with emotional disabilities are being educated in the mainstream setting at an increasing rate. This course will provide strategies and techniques for meeting the needs of the emotionally disabled student in the mainstream classroom. Participants will research, analyze and develop strategies on building positive personal relationships with students and behavior modification. This course will offer recent research on behavior modification programs and their implementation in the classroom. Through internet articles, websites and case studies, participants will focus on how to provide the essential structure that students with E.D. require, even during "unstructured” activities and transitions. This course is beneficial for both regular and special education teachers.
  • Hours: 45
  • Enrolled: 0/30
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96. Emotional Security and Safe Schools - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

Starting Soon
This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Building a secure, supportive school environment is essential for young brains to learn. When it comes to the emotional security and safety of staff and students in schools, it starts with educating our staff on what this entails. When it comes to safety in schools, most people respond with answers related to security systems or police presence in schools. These physical precautions to safety are often the focus of schools when trying to keep staff and students secure. We must not ignore though, a key component in keeping our schools safe: emotional security. How students feel when they are in school shapes learning and student development. The emotional security component is often overlooked for physically safer schools. The reality is emotional security needs to be just as important. It needs to be deeply rooted into the culture of a school, both for staff and students. By addressing emotional security in schools, students will be more engaged in learning, staff will be more aware of the individual needs of students and risk prevention strategies will fall into place. This course is appropriate for all K-12 teachers and school professionals.
  • Hours: 45
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97. Empowering Today's Teenager - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. The adolescent brain, like the rest of their body, is still growing and changing. Many teens deal with issues such as impulse control, erratic behavior, changing bodies, increased emotions and coping skills. Teachers need to be able to understand these issues and be equipped with strategies for assisting students through them. Teachers in this course will research the issues facing today's teenager and how these issues impact the classroom. Teachers will develop lessons and instructional strategies for helping students learn to control impulses, level out erratic behavior and deal with their changing bodies. This course is appropriate for grade 6-12 educators.
  • Hours: 45
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98. Engaging and Supporting Students with Dyslexia - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Regardless of how much you are familiar with dyslexia, figuring out how to best support students who have this disability can be scary. After all, students with dyslexia frequently experience difficulties with speaking, reading, writing, handwriting, and spelling. How can you meet the needs of the other kids in your class while also reaching these students? You will discover how dyslexia affects your kids' oral language, reading comprehension, and writing skills in this course, and you'll learn how to support them with targeted support tactics. You'll also discover how to maximize the frequently undervalued or misunderstood benefits of students with dyslexia. Despite the fact that many dyslexic kids struggle academically as a result of their disability, they often also have substantial strengths, such as creative capacities. After completing this course, you'll be able to assist in meeting the particular needs of dyslexic students and show them how to use their talents for an engaging learning environment. This course is appropriate for all K-12 school professionals.
  • Hours: 45
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99. Engaging, Motivating and Exciting Learners - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Students need to be engaged and excited about learning to meet their full potential. This course will allow educators to develop and implement strategies that increase student motivation and engagement. Educators will analyze different tools for creating fully engaging lessons where students are both excited to learn and able to meet their full learning potential. Course materials will assist educators in gaining more active student engagement in classroom lessons and motivation.
  • Hours: 45
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100. Equity and Social Justice in the Classroom - CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025 to 10/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Educators in this course will develop their capacity for implementing strategies that create more equitable learning environments and stress social justice. Topics covered in detail include: Multicultural Education, Equity Mindset and Social Justice Education, Systematic Racism in Education, Culturally Responsive Literacy, using technology to bridge opportunity gaps, and challenging biases.
  • Hours: 45
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101. Gamification in Education - Best Practices- CPD In Service

Program: Curriculum & Instruction: Online Learning

Dates: 7/10/2025

Location: Virtual

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This is a 45-hour asynchronous, online course. There are no synchronous meeting times (the meeting dates listed below are the start and end dates for the course). District approval must be complete before start date. Gamification is an emerging trend in education. Put simply, gamification is integrating aspects of game design into non-gaming activities. It can change the way our students learn, teachers think, and classrooms look. In this class, you will learn how to incorporate game elements into your lessons, activities, and assessments to increase student motivation and engagement. This class is appropriate for all K-12 educators.
  • Hours: 45
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