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1. Center for Active & Retired Community Membership from 9/1/21 through 8/31/22

Location: Rockland Teachers' Center Institute - Stony Point (Stony Point, NY)

Dates: 9/1/2021

Membership for one year ending August 31, 2022. Membership cannot be prorated. Dues are $45 for the year. HOWEVER, IF YOU SIGN UP BY SEPTEMBER 1, YOU WILL PAY THE DISCOUNTED FEE OF $40.
  • Max Class Size: 100

2. EDU 5374.01/Curriculum and Methods Grades 5-12 General

Location: Manhattanville College (Purchase, NY)

Dates: 5/31/2022 to 6/30/2022

Explore curriculum approaches, teaching and assessment strategies, classroom management, and other critical issues in teaching at the middle childhood and adolescence levels. Become familiar with the ways in which middle and high schools function, both within their buildings and within their broader communities. Field experience required. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred for graduate credits. Course will run on M/T/TH May 31 to June 30. Only start and end dates are listed.
  • Max Class Size: 5

3. EDU 5013.01/Math for the Learning Disabled Student

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 6/1/2022 to 6/29/2022

Participants will learn a variety of strategies for teaching mathematics to the elementary and middle school learning disabled student. A good knowledge of mathematics is increasingly important in our world. Manual computation as well as computers will continue to play an important role in children's lives. The ability to understand and solve naturally occurring problems is increasingly a prized attribute. The array of activities and methods will assist you in differentiating your lessons to fit your special education class. You will become familiar with the latest research as well as the newest manipulatives to enhance your teaching skills. Required Text: "Teaching Mathematics to Students with Learning Disabilities”, Fourth Edition, Nancy S. Bley & Carol A Thornton. If you plan to take this for graduate credit and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org before registering. Additional college tuition and fees will be incurred.
  • Max Class Size: 25

4. EDU 5107.01/Math Methods for Childhood Education

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 6/1/2022 to 6/29/2022

This course is designed to introduce teacher candidates to the content and current methods of teaching mathematics in elementary schools. It examines key concepts, strategies, and skills in the elementary school mathematics curriculum. Topics include theory, content included in the elementary mathematics curriculum (number sense, estimation and mental computation, place value, development of algorithms, algebraic reasoning, fractions, decimals, ratios, percents, probability, data analysis, geometry, and measurement), planning instruction, assessment, and the use of technology in the classroom. The course is also situated in a wider context by addressing state and national standards in elementary school mathematics. Interactive lectures, discussion, group work and presentations, inquiry-based methods, and field experiences are used to explore and master course objectives. This course requires 8 hours of fieldwork. Required text: "Elementary and Middle School Mathematics: Teaching Developmentally” (8th ed.), by Van de Walle, J. A., Karp, K. S., & Bay-Williams, J. M., (2013), Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education, Inc.; and "Field Experience Guide for Elementary and Middle School Mathematics: Teaching Developmentally (4th ed.), by Bay-Williams, J. M. (2013). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education, Inc. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred for graduate credits.
  • Max Class Size: 25

5. "Mad Hot Ballroom" Film Club Discussion 6/27/22

Location: ZOOM AT HOME (ZOOM, NY)

Dates: 6/27/2022

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Join us for a lively discussion of the documentary "Mad Hot Ballroom ". This is our last film discussion for the season. The film club will resume in September. Our movie aficionado, Mimi, will lead the discussion. Please watch the movie on your own PRIOR TO THE DISCUSSION. Please check local libraries as well as Netflix, Amazon Prime and UTUBE for availability. Monday, June 27 at 11:00. Sign up by 6/22 to receive the ZOOM link on time. Questions will be forwarded prior to the discussion date.
  • Max Class Size: 15

6. Social Emotional Learning: A Strategic Approach

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 6/28/2022 to 8/23/2022

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Learning is a social and emotional act. From early childhood education to the high school level, rigorous learning requires the formation and maintenance of relationships. However, we can not expect teachers to add more content or adjust curriculum maps to add "more.” Therefore, no matter the grade level, participants will be able to develop social emotional learning strategies to embed in their current teaching assignments. Participants will work closely on the work developed by Nancy Frey, Douglas Fisher, and Dominique Smith. We will examine and implement the five-part model of Social Emotional Learning. Required Text: "All Learning Is Social and Emotional: Helping Students Develop Essential Skills for the Classroom and Beyond", by Nancy Frey, Douglas Fisher, Dominique Smith. (2018).
  • Max Class Size: 35

7. Applying Research Based Strategies to Build Study Skills, July 1 - July 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: K-12 general and special education educators

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online

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The 21st Century classroom presents us with all types of learners, needs and skill levels. Developing research based strategies that can help all students improve the essentials - reading comprehension, writing, and study skills - helps all educators. This course will allow educators to build skills and instructional strategies for improving students ability to listen, note-taking, textbook reading, test taking strategies, and paper/essay writing. This course will also introduce strategies for teaching students anxiety and stress reduction techniques. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED*
  • Max Class Size: 20

8. Hybrid: Book Study: Cultivating Genius, July 1 - 15, 2022 (EWTC)

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/15/2022

Location: Online

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This online course is discounted for our EWTC consortium members but is open to all. Priority registration will be given to our consortium members.This course will focus on the book, Cultivating Genius, by Gholdy Muhammad. Participants will read chapters on their own and meet synchronously to discuss and reflect. We will explore equity practices that will inspire you to incorporate culturally responsive lessons into your unit plans. Participants must purchase the book prior to the course start date. This is a hybrid course which will meet on July 7 and July 14 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm. All of the other assignments are self paced. Participants MUST ATTEND ALL SYNCHRONOUS SESSIONS TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 19

9. Hybrid: CR-SE Strategies to Create a Welcoming and Affirming Environment, July 1 - July 15, 2022 (EWTC)

Audience: All

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/15/2022

Location: Online

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This online course is discounted for our EWTC consortium members but is open to all. Priority registration will be given to our consortium members. Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) is a research based approach to teaching that connects students' cultures, languages, and life experiences with what they learn in school. These connections help students access the rigorous curriculum and develop higher-level academic skills. At the end of this hybrid course, participants will know how to imbed a variety of CRT strategies in their classroom: identity webs, diverse read alouds and mirror/window activities. This is a hybrid course which will meet on July 6 and July 11 from 7:00pm - 8:00pm. All of the other assignments are self paced. Participants MUST ATTEND ALL SYNCHRONOUS SESSIONS TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 19

10. Hybrid: Diversity in Children's Literature, July 1 - July 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators in grades 3 - 8

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online

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Participants in this hybrid course will be asked to read and discuss various pieces of youth literature that feature diverse characters or themes. We will spend time identifying ways to incorporate these titles into classrooms or curriculums and developing an understanding of ways to evaluate diverse materials. We will explore picture books, middle-grade novels and graphic novels. Participants will need to have access to various books either through their school library, public library or virtual libraries. There will be THREE MANDATORY ZOOM MEETINGS from 10:00-11:00am on July 5, July 12,and July 19, which will focus on discussing the literature and strategies to increase diversity in our classroom and school libraries and curriculum. YOU MUST BE ABLE TO ATTEND ALL SYNCHRONOUS SESSIONS TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

11. Hybrid: Exploring LGBTQ Literature, July 1 - July 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: Teachers in Grades K-12

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online

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Participants in this online course will be asked to read and discuss various pieces of youth literature that feature LGBTQ characters or themes. We will spend time identifying ways to incorporate these titles into classrooms or curriculums and developing an understanding of the importance of incorporating LGBTQ friendly literature into our schools. We will explore picture books, non-fiction texts, middle grade novels, graphic novels, and YA books. Participants will need to have access to various books either through their school library, public library or virtual libraries. There will be THREE MANDATORY ZOOM MEETINGS from 10:00-11:00am on July 6, July 13, and July 20, which will focus on literature and strategies. YOU MUST BE ABLE TO ATTEND ALL SYNCHRONOUS SESSIONS TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

12. Hybrid: Self-Care for Educators, July 1 - July 15, 2022 (EWTC)

Audience: Open to all Educators

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/15/2022

Location: Online Only

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This online course is discounted for our EWTC consortium members but is open to all. Priority registration will be given to our consortium members. In this class, participants will engage in various activities that promote SEL and self-care. We will explore the SEL competencies of self-awareness, self-management and relationship skills through journaling, gentle movement/yoga, mindfulness and hands-on activities. At the conclusion of the course, you will have the coping strategies needed to promote self management. This acquired knowledge will enhance both classroom instruction and student learning. This class will meet for a total of 10 hours of synchronous instruction from 8:30-9:30am on the following dates: July 1, July 5-8, July 11-15. Participants must plan on being available for all 10 hours. The remaining 5 hours will be done asynchronously. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

13. Online Autism Spectrum Disorder, July 1- July 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: K-12

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online

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We have all heard the expression, "on the spectrum,” but what does it mean? What implications would this have on your classroom? This course 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. PLEASE NOTE THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

14. Online: Achieving Literacy Gains for Students with Limited English,July 1 - July 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: K-12

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online

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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. PLEASE NOTE THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

15. Online: Assessment and Innovative Data Instruction, July 1 - July 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: K-12

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online

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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 educators use data analysis to improve student learning. The use of 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. PLEASE NOTE THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

16. Online: Auditory Processing Disorder (APD), July 1 - July 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: K-12

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online

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APD is a disorder 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? APD can have an impact on their classwork, homework, test scores, comprehension and retention. A student who has trouble processing incoming information or directions will give answers unrelated to the questions. In this online course, we will focus on what APD is, diagnosing APD, distinguishing differences between APD and other disorders, and treatment for APD. At the course conclusion, you will have strategies to modify your classroom teaching and compensatory strategies to allow students to become more successful in the classroom. This class is appropriate for all K-12 teachers.
  • Max Class Size: 20

17. Online: Book Study - Culturally Responsive Teaching & the Brain: Promoting Authentic Engagement and Rigor Among Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students by Zaretta Hammond, July 1 - July 29, 2022 (EWTC)

Audience: K-12 Educators in all areas

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online Only

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This discounted online course is open to all. However, priority registration will be given to EWTC consortium members. Many educators use the terms culturally responsive teaching, multicultural education and social justice education interchangeably, which keeps educators from effectively implementing culturally responsive teaching. While they do overlap, they have very different purposes. Culturally responsive teaching is focused not on celebrating diversity but on using culture as a cognitive scaffold for processing new content during learning. It focuses on cognitive development and increasing brain power for culturally and linguistically diverse students. We will read and discuss, "Culturally Responsive Teaching & the Brain: Promoting Authentic Engagement and Rigor Among Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students” by Zaretta Hammond, and share, discuss, and problem solve how to close the achievement gap by looking at culturally responsive pedagogy. IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS COURSE, PARTICIPANTS MUST PURCHASE A COPY OF THE BOOK PRIOR TO THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE CLASS. PLEASE NOTE THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

18. Online: Bringing More Formative Assessment Into Your Classroom, July 1 - July 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: K-12 Educators

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online

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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 world, 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 . PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

19. Online: Building a Classroom Culture of Resilience, July 1 - July 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: K-12 Educators

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online Only

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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 presents itself? 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. You 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. PLEASE NOTE; THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED
  • Max Class Size: 20

20. Online: Creating Independent Problem Solvers, July 1 - July 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators in grades K - 12

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online Only

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Fostering deeper thinking and greater understanding promotes increased engagement in the classroom. In this online course, we will examine question formulation and exploration as key parts of the problem solving process. In the real world, students will not have access to all the information they need to solve problems - they will be required to sort, decipher and gather it themselves. As class participants, you will focus on all curriculum areas and explore the best problem solving practices in math. Authentic challenges will be introduced as we look at problem solving in action and how your students can think and problem solve outside of the textbooks. With the tools you provide them, students will be able to work out solutions to complex problems that will lead to enhanced student learning and increased student engagement. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

21. Online: Discussions and Questioning to Build Deep Thinking, July 1 - July 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators K-12

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online

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This Inservice course may also be taken for graduate credit. Since the two options are listed separately, please be sure to register accordingly. In this online course, participants will explore how to facilitate classroom discussions through engaging conversations, the role of teachers as coaches during this process and how best to provide a supportive classroom environment when integrating higher order questioning techniques. When we closely examine the value of student participation in small group discussions, we find that students are able to connect with each other's thoughts and opinions and are able to engage in higher level critical thinking. Critical thinking involves logical thinking and reasoning including the following skills: comparison, classification, sequencing, cause/effect, patterning, webbing, analogies, deductive and inductive reasoning, forecasting, planning, hypothesizing, and critiquing. We will examine the link between critical thinking skills and questioning techniques by taking an in depth look at Bloom's Taxonomy and the quote, "Maslow before Bloom.” At the end of the course, you will have the tools needed to transfer responsibility from yourself to your students to speak purposefully, think outside of the box and lead an effective and engaging classroom discussion. Participants will need to purchase the following required text - Walsh, J. A., & Sattes, B. D. (2015). Questioning for Classroom Discussion: Purposeful speaking, engaged listening, deep thinking. Alexandria, VA: ASCD. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

22. Online: Engagement and Empathy in the Virtual Classroom, July 1 - July 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: All

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online Only

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During these unprecedented times, teachers are being asked to assume the role of Virtual Educator. Since this is for many, including teachers, students and parents a new way of engaging, it is important to have the requisite tools to effectively reach students. This course will explore how to create virtual groups to host morning meetings and how to teach online in a meaningful way. We will learn about screen overload and social and emotional learning disconnect and how teachers and parents can recognize the signs. We will look at a myriad of google classroom strategies, live zoom and google meet activities and apps that can help teachers and parents support the students. At the end of the course, participants will have numerous strategies, classroom activities and online assessment tools to effectively teach in a remote environment. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

23. Online: Executive Functioning - What is it? What does it look like? & What do we do About it?, July 1 - July 15, 2022 (EWTC)

Audience: All

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/15/2022

Location: Online Only

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This online course is discounted for our EWTC consortium members but is open to all. Priority registration will be given to our consortium members. In this course, participants will examine what exactly is "executive functioning,” how it manifests itself in student behaviors and what teaching strategies can be used to accommodate students who struggle with these skills. Executive function affects a child's ability to understand speech and process auditory information. The impact that this 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? Their classwork, homework, test grades, comprehension, and retention all suffer when they struggle with executive functioning. A student who has trouble processing incoming information or directions will give answers that seem odd or not even related at all. Teachers in this course will dive deep into specific, immediate actions they can take to enhance their students' functioning on academic and non-academic tasks. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

24. Online: It's More than just Reversals: A Book Study based on Overcoming Dyslexia, by Sally Shaywitz, M.D., July 1 - July 29, 2022 (EWTC)

Audience: All

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online

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This discounted online course is open to all. However, priority registration will be given to EWTC consortium members.In this online book study, participants will examine how to identify early clues of dyslexia and look for clues in older children and adults. Participants will understand how dyslexia is diagnosed and identified, and what and how a sound multi-sensory word study program can best support dyslexics. Based on the book, Overcoming Dyslexia by Sally Shaywitz, M.D., teachers will develop an understanding of the identification and best instructional methodologies and practices of teaching students with this reading disability. Sally Shaywitz is an expert scientist and pediatrician who leads the field in dyslexia research. Through case studies and evaluations, join us as we begin to uncover the world of dyslexia. Participants will need to purchase the SECOND EDITION of the book prior to the course commencement date. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

25. Online: Look Who's Talking: Accountable Talk in Your Classroom, July 1 - July 29, 2022 (EWTC)

Audience: Grades K-12 Educators

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online Only

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This discounted online course is open to all. However, priority registration will be given to EWTC consortium members. It is designed for teachers in every setting from Grades K-12. Look Who's Talking is an introduction to Accountable Talk. Accountable Talk refers to the ways that teachers skillfully encourage their students to think deeply, articulate their reasoning, and listen with purpose. Talking with others about ideas and work is fundamental to learning and is an essential skill in the Common Core Learning Standards for every grade. But not all talk sustains learning. For classroom talk to promote learning it must be accountable--to the learning community, to accurate and appropriate knowledge, and to rigorous thinking. Accountable talk uses evidence appropriate to the discipline (e.g., proofs in mathematics, data from investigations in science, textual details in literature, documentary sources in history) and follows established norms of good reasoning. At the end of this course, teachers will be able to effectively incorporate Accountable Talk strategies into the classroom. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 25

26. Online: Social Readjustment Tools and Strategies, July 1 - July 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators in grades K-12

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online

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As students return to the classroom, we, as teachers, need to be prepared for the transition that comes with it. Some of the younger students may be coming into the classroom for the first time and others reentering in over two years. They will now have to adjust to the classroom structure and, with it, teacher and school expectations as well as safety and health protocols. In addition, many students, during distance learning, have been doing schoolwork from the comfort of their bed (some without any adult supervision) so this transition back into the classroom may be a difficult one. There will also be mental health challenges as young children struggle with separation anxiety, fear of getting sick, the death of a family member or they might be feeling the effects of a parent's job loss. In this online course, we will discuss how to balance instruction since we will have students coming back at varying academic levels and what strategies we can use to support these learners. We will also examine what social emotional tools and mental health resources we can put in place to help our students make a smooth transition back into the classroom. At the conclusion of the class, you will have the tools needed to set a positive tone in the classroom and to reengage students in a safe space. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

27. Online: Teaching the Exceptional Child: An Introduction to Special Education, July 1- July 29 , 2022 (EWTC)

Audience: Teachers in grades K-12

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online

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This discounted online course is open to all. However, priority registration will be given to EWTC consortium members. This course is designed for all teachers in the general education setting (K-12) who wish to gain an overview of the special education process. Teaching the Exceptional Child: An Introduction to Special Education was developed with the general education teacher in mind who is looking for an understanding of how to best support the varied learning abilities in one classroom. By the end of this course, participants will be able to navigate through an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), understand their role in a Committee of Special Education (CSE) meeting, describe the history of Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA), identify and dive deeply into the 13 classifications of disabilities, all while collaboratively evaluating scenarios to best educate the exceptional child. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

28. Online: Work Hard/Think Hard: Principles of Effective Teaching, July 1 - July 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators K-12

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online

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This inservice course may also be taken for graduate credit. Since the two options are listed separately, please be sure to register accordingly. In this online book study, participants will develop their own use of the principles of effective teaching and develop a master teacher mindset through the examination of the best-selling text Never Work Harder Than Your Students by Robyn R Jackson. We will explore how to engage students in the heavy lifting of learning through the use of units of study, lesson plans, assessments, interventions and classroom management. With a focus on the quality of learning and not the quantity of work; teachers will become better equipped to lead their students on a voyage of self-discovery and acquisition of academic knowledge. At the conclusion of the course, participants will have a unit of study, lesson plan, assessment and action plan to help them put the principles into practice immediately and effectively, challenging their students to work hard and think harder. PARTICIPANTS WILL NEED TO SECURE A COPY OF THE BOOK PRIOR TO THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE CLASS.
  • Max Class Size: 20

29. Online: English as a New Language: Strategies and Tools for Success, July 1 - July 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators in all grade levels

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online

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In this online course, we will closely examine the strategies used to effectively teach English as a New Language (ENL) students. We will focus on best practices including co-teaching, helpful web tools, strategies for classroom teaching, and meaningful classroom talk. We will brainstorm ways to involve parents as we create a welcoming classroom environment for all students. We will explore resources and cross-reference lesson plans and curriculums so that each teacher has customized lesson plans to address individual needs. At the end of the course, you will have a toolkit that will include visual ideas, translation resources, conversation tools and vocabulary resources. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

30. ONLINE: Instructional Technology in the Classroom, July 1 - July 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: K-12 Teachers

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 7/29/2022

Location: Online

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In this online course, we will take a look at our 21st century classrooms and how STEAM can give students a chance to be innovative and ready for post-secondary careers. We will explore how steam centers work and how you can create a center in your classroom. Dash and Dot have made their debut in many classrooms and are being used to teach coding and other specific student programs. An Hour of Code has expanded their website and included a plethora of new tools and lesson plans for all levels of learners. At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to implement these new ideas in the classroom and will have the tools to teach students to be 21st century thinkers and create a classroom technology plan. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

31. EDPD 5050.01/Discussions and Questioning to Build Deep Thinking (WTCI)

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 8/5/2022

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In this online course, participants will explore how to facilitate classroom discussions through engaging conversations, the role of teachers as coaches during this process and how best to provide a supportive classroom environment when integrating higher order questioning techniques. When we closely examine the value of student participation in small group discussions, we find that students are able to connect with each other's thoughts and opinions and are able to engage in higher level critical thinking. Critical thinking involves logical thinking and reasoning including the following skills: comparison, classification, sequencing, cause/effect, patterning, webbing, analogies, deductive and inductive reasoning, forecasting, planning, hypothesizing, and critiquing. We will examine the link between critical thinking skills and questioning techniques by taking an in depth look at Bloom's Taxonomy and the quote, "Maslow before Bloom.” At the end of the course, you will have the tools needed to transfer responsibility from yourself to your students to speak purposefully, think outside of the box and lead an effective and engaging classroom discussion. Required Text: "Questioning for Classroom Discussion: Purposeful Speaking, Engaged Listening, Deep Thinking", by J. A. Walsh & B. D. Sattes, 2015, Alexandria, VA: ASCD. This course will run asynchronous online from July 1 - August 5, 2022. Only start and end dates are listed. If you are taking for graduate credit and are not a student of Manhattanville, please contact jmurray@rockteach.org for info on creating your account.
  • Max Class Size: 25

32. EDPD 5055.01/Work Hard/Think Hard: Developing a Master Teacher Mindset (WTCI)

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/1/2022 to 8/5/2022

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In this online course, participants will develop their own use of the principles of effective teaching and develop a master teacher mindset through the examination of the best-selling text Never Work Harder Than Your Students by Robyn R Jackson. We will explore how to engage students in the heavy lifting of learning through the use of units of study, lesson plans, assessments, interventions and classroom management. With a focus on the quality of learning and not the quantity of work; teachers will become better equipped to lead their students on a voyage of self-discovery and acquisition of academic knowledge. At the conclusion of the course, participants will have a unit of study, lesson plan, assessment and action plan to help them put the principles into practice immediately and effectively, challenging their students to work hard and think harder. Required Texts: 'Never Work Harder Than Your Students: The Journey to Great Teaching', 2nd, by Robyn Jackson, Alexandria, Va: ASCD. 2018. This course will run asynchronous online from July 1-August 5, 2022. Only start and end dates are listed. If you are taking for graduate credit and are not a student of Manhattanville, please contact jmurray@rockteach.org for info on creating your account.
  • Max Class Size: 25

33. EDU 5612.01/Assessment & Intervention Literacy Instruction Grades 1-6

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/5/2022 to 8/5/2022

This course is the first part of a two-part practica sequence. Candidates work with students to learn and apply techniques for assessing the literacy abilities and needs of students, and designing effective interventions based on learner needs, including dyslexia, in the areas of word recognition skills, fluency, vocabulary, metacognition, comprehension, and writing. Candidates examine and analyze a broad array of formal and informal assessment techniques and their application to literacy instruction. They apply strategies for effectively communication assessment results to parents, caregivers, and school personnel. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred for graduate credits. Course will run online from 7/5-8/5/22. Only start and end dates are listed.
  • Max Class Size: 5

34. EDU 5134.01/Transition from School to Adult Life

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/5/2022 to 8/4/2022

Explore the issues faced by youth as they make the transition from school to employment and adult life and the competencies needed by professionals responsible for implementing transition services. Examine the transition services initiative (its history and legislation), theoretical and existing models of service delivery, characteristics of the population receiving transition services, strategies for building collaborative relationships among agencies and personnel, and strategies for planning and implementing instruction. Field experience required. (Special Ed Course) If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred for graduate credits. This course will run on M/T/TH July 5-Aug. 4, 2022. Only start and end dates are listed.
  • Max Class Size: 5

35. EDU 5217.01/Working with Parents in Inclusive Schools

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/5/2022 to 8/4/2022

This on campus course will develop strategies for more effective parent involvement in school programs. The focus will be on the particular needs and concerns of the parents of students with disabilities and will address broader parent involvement issues such as home/school communication and parent involvement. Field experience required. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred for graduate credits. Course will run synchronous online on M/T/TH from 7/5-8/4/22. Only start and end dates are listed.
  • Max Class Size: 3

36. EDU 5245.01/Methods of Teaching World Languages Grades 1-6

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/5/2022 to 8/2/2022

This course will explore theory and methods of teaching foreign language and culture in elementary school programs. It will focus on the development of language skills in a communicative, proficiency-based setting. Additionally, it will identify topics and language uses, which are relevant to various age groups, and define the proficiency level appropriate for each group. You will learn about exploratory, immersion, and early middle school programs. All classwork and discussions will take place online via Blackboard. There will be synchronous meetings online as per the course schedule. This 45-hour NYS-approved course is required to receive a FLES extension certification for grades 1 - 6 in the language of your certification. This course runs synchronous online Tuesdays 4:20pm from 7/5-8/4/22. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred for graduate credits.
  • Max Class Size: 25

37. EDU 5387.01/Fundamentals of Middle Childhood Education

Location: Manhattanville College (Purchase, NY)

Dates: 7/5/2022 to 8/4/2022

This on campus course will focus on the sociological and academic factors that have resulted in the creation of the modern middle school concept. The course will emphasize how active learning, team structures, and lesson design can support the social, emotional and intellectual development of students in the middle grades. We will develop strategies for motivation, instruction, assessment, and classroom management. We will also explore how to create a collaborative environment among students, colleagues, and parents and examine the effects of state standards and mandated testing. Students are expected to be active participants in the conception and creation of lessons. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred for graduate credits. Only start and end dates are listed, please follow the dates listed on webadvisor for this course. This course is cross-listed with EDU 3376.02. Only start and end dates listed. Course will run on M/T/TH July 5-Aug. 4, 2022.
  • Max Class Size: 7

38. EDU 5494.01/Literacy Development Grades 3-6

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/5/2022 to 8/4/2022

Study the relationship among reading, writing, speaking and listening in the context of the elementary classroom. Investigate a variety of methods and strategies that strengthen vocabulary, comprehension, word study and fluency for diverse learners. Readers' and writers' workshop strategies will be emphasized as a means to structure the language arts curriculum and to provide authentic literacy experiences. Strategies to assess classroom work in order to inform differentiated instruction will be applied to an interdisciplinary unit that also includes technology. Students will complete a literacy profile on one student. (Literacy Course) If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred for graduate credits. Only start and end dates are listed.
  • Max Class Size: 10

39. EDU 5274/Methods of Teaching Literacy II Ind. Study

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 7/5/2022 to 8/5/2022

Closed
The second part of Literacy methods courses that provides an understanding of research-based best practices in literacy instruction. Apply strategies and materials used in a comprehensive, balanced literacy program. Examine models of thematic units that integrate literacy with content areas. Construct a unit of study that demonstrates the ability to evaluate and select strategies that integrate a variety of texts across disciplines to meet the needs of diverse learners. This course is only available to approved students. Course runs from 7/5-8/5/22. Only start and end dates are listed.
  • Max Class Size: 3

40. EDU 5367.01/Methods for Teaching Literacy

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 7/5/2022 to 8/2/2022

This course provides students with a research-based introduction to literacy teaching and learning for children in grades K-2. This course, the first in a pair of literacy methods courses, introduces students to the theories, approaches, and methodology of teaching reading and writing in the elementary classroom, with an emphasis placed on reading instruction in the early elementary grades (K-2). A major goal of this course is to help students develop an informed, integrated, and balanced approach to the planning and instruction of reading and the language arts. In this course, educators will tend closely to one literacy learner in an effort to build a repertoire of practices that routinely place the details of a child's language, life, and learning at the center of instructional decision-making. Required Texts: "Phonics they use: Words for Reading and Writing”, by Cunningham, P. (2013). New York, Pearson Publishing; and "Reading with Meaning”, by Miller, D. (2013). 2nd edition Portland, ME: Stenhouse Publishers. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred for graduate credits.
  • Max Class Size: 25

41. EDU 5026.01/Literacy in the Content Areas

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/5/2022 to 8/4/2022

Learn to integrate literacy with English, Social Studies, Science, Mathematics and The Arts so that students can effectively construct meaning from informational texts. Teachers develop strategies based on current theory and practice to teach comprehension, vocabulary and study skills. Students acquire an integrated and balanced approach for improving literacy at the elementary, middle and high school levels. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred for graduate credits. Course will run from 7/5-8/4/22. Only start and end dates are listed.
  • Max Class Size: 5

42. EDU 5032.01/Collaboration and Consultation in Inclusive Settings

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/5/2022 to 8/4/2022

This on campus course will examine the need for collaboration between teachers of children with both typical and special education needs. Students will become knowledgeable of state and federal laws which establish special education services (NCLB) as well as accommodations for those individuals who require instructional modifications and do not clearly fit into one of the IDEA classifications (section 504). They will become familiar with the characteristics of the major disability areas identified by law and the modifications of instruction and classroom setting necessary to meet the individual's needs. This will include those practices for planning and designing co-teaching and collaboration which have been shown to be effective in the collaborative setting. Classroom management needs and individualization of instruction of children in the inclusive setting will be addressed with emphasis placed upon the importance of using positive behavioral supports. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred for graduate credits. Course will run synchronously online on M/T/TH 7pm from July 5-Aug. 4. Only start and end dates are listed.
  • Max Class Size: 5

43. EDU 5108.01/Childhood Science Methods

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/5/2022 to 8/4/2022

Closed
Learn process skills and content for elementary science programs. Participate in direct, hands-on experiences as well as lecture and discussion. Develop a science unit. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred for graduate credits. Course will run M/T/TH and 2 Wednesdays. 7/5-8/5/22. Only start and end dates are listed. Please follow dates supplied by college or instructor.
  • Max Class Size: 2

44. LED 757.95/Clinical Practices in Literacy Intervention B-6

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/6/2022 to 7/28/2022

In this capstone course, candidates work in a clinically-rich setting assessing, designing, implementing, and adjusting as needed an intervention plan for students in grades B-6 to demonstrate mastery of program content. The course also provides information as mandated by NYS Education law in instruction students in fire and arson prevention, prevention alcohol, tobacco, and other drug abuse, and child abduction prevention. This course is for matriculated students only.
  • Max Class Size: 15

45. LED758.95/Clinical Practices in Literacy Intervention 5-12

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/6/2022 to 7/28/2022

Closed
In this capstone course, candidates work in a clinically-rich setting assessing, designing, implementing, and adjusting as needed an intervention plan for students in grades 5-12 to demonstrate mastery of program content. The course also provides information as mandated by NYS Education law in instruction students in fire and arson prevention, prevention alcohol, tobacco, and other drug abuse, and child abduction prevention. This course is for matriculated students only.
  • Max Class Size: 1

46. Hybrid: Peace Restored: An Introduction to Restorative Practices

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 7/6/2022 to 7/27/2022

Discover and engage in community-building activities that can be used in your classroom to begin holding circles. Additional topics, include the 3 tiers of restorative practices and circlekeeping, experiential activities you can use in classrooms on cooperation, communication, conflict resolution, problem-solving, and affirmation. Explore the connection between restorative practices, social-emotional learning, & bias-prevention/racial justice. Develop tools to build relationships that decrease conflict, increase connection, and create a safe environment to maximize learning and team work! 10 hours synchrnous and 5 hours asynchronous. Facilitated by Priscilla Prutzman and Tara Fishler of Creative Response to Conflict.
  • Max Class Size: 15

47. EDU 5085.01/Instructional Strategies for Students with Learning & Behavior Problems

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 7/6/2022 to 8/3/2022

This course will provide multiple strategies and approaches for use with students with ELN as well as ELLs. The readings and discussions will center on topics such as creating an environment for success, differentiated instructional techniques, multiple intelligences, modifications and accommodations, working effectively with students from diverse linguistic and cultural milieus, and new approaches in the implementation of Inclusion and RTI. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred for graduate credits.
  • Max Class Size: 25

48. EDU 5565.01/Special Education Content Strategies for Grades 7-12

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 7/6/2022 to 8/3/2022

This course will provide the candidate with instruction in teaching skills pertinent to each of the secondary content areas; specifically, social studies, English language arts, the sciences, and mathematics. Further, candidates will learn about theory and practice as they relate to teaching students with exceptional learning needs (ELN) and English Language Learners (ELL). In addition to learning pedagogical approaches for teaching students with ELN the fundamental skills of reading, written expression, and mathematics, candidates will gain knowledge of social skills development, behavior management, executive function and the design and implementation of alternative assessments. 12 Hours of Field Experience Required. Prerequisite: EDU 5077: The Adolescent with Learning and Behavior Problems. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred for graduate credits.
  • Max Class Size: 25

49. Voice Technology as an Effective Teaching Tool

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 7/6/2022 to 8/31/2022

One of the most effective teaching tools educators have is their voice. You are able to grab your students' attention, make "boring” topics interesting and inspire your students to learn. Students are surrounded and equipped with smartphones, computers, tablets, etc. and use them in numerous contexts in their daily lives. In any device, whether it is a mobile, tablet, or a computer, voice is a major part and source of engagement for the students which has changed the way they understand and study in today's time . This course will teach you about the many technology tools available to implement more voice in the classroom.
  • Max Class Size: 25

50. Hybrid: Book Study: Last Child in the Woods

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 7/7/2022 to 7/28/2022

Participants will engage in a book study utilizing the book, "Last Child in the Woods” by Richard Louv. Participants are responsible for securing a copy of the book before the course begins. Children are suffering from nature-deficit disorder and are on screens too much for their young age. Louv argues that American childhood has become overly standardized, overly structured, and overly saturated with technology. Many movements across the country have started around the concept of: "No Child Left Inside.” "The most important goal for our children, in their everyday lives, to experience joy and wonder, sometimes in solitude- for them to create their nature experiences and as they grow up, to expand the boundaries of their exploration.” Outdoor learning helps to increase attention, engagement and reduce behavior problems in the classroom. The book study will focus on the importance of outdoor time for students and how it affects their academics. Participants must secure a copy of the book before the course begins. 9 hours synchronous hours on Zoom plus 6 hours asynchronous
  • Max Class Size: 20

51. Online: ARTS & Technology (7/11/22-8/17/22)

Location: Online (online, ny) - Online Only

Dates: 7/11/2022 to 8/17/2022

Location: Online Only

Explore free instructional technology best practices and strategies to enhance student learning experiences on image, sound and video. Focus on the NYS Media Arts and Visual Arts of Creating (Cr), Producing (Pr) and Presenting (Pr). Learn how to leverage the power of online tools to sketch, draw, illustrate and edit digital images along with simple audio and video creation to empower student choice and voice to enhance any curricular area. This training is funded through the NYSED Teacher Center grant. Priority is given to Rockland Teachers' Center districts and schools. This asynchronous course is delivered via google classroom. Participants will receive a rockteach email address to participate.
  • Max Class Size: 16

52. Digital Citizenship for 21st Century Learners

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 7/11/2022 to 8/29/2022

Digital Citizenship for 21st Century Learners Technology use in our classrooms continues to increase at a fast pace. This course will teach you to develop a positive and healthy classroom environment where digital citizenship is embedded in all aspects of learning. Participants will develop strategies for teaching the nine essential elements of digital citizenship, including how to use proper online etiquette, find online resources for research and learning, appropriately report and prevent cyberbullying, and protect one's identity online. In addition, you will cultivate techniques for integrating digital citizenship lessons into instruction and assessments to help students make informed and responsible decisions when using technology. Students will be prepared to use technology in a safe, responsible and meaningful way.
  • Max Class Size: 25

53. Engaging ENL Students in a New School Year (7/12/22-8/23/22)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 7/12/2022 to 8/23/2022

This 15 hour online course will run through Google Classroom. During this experience, participants will explore a variety of strategies to engage ENL students in learning at the beginning of the school year, whether hybrid or in person learning. Participants will learn to utilize tools such as Gamification, Wait Time, virtual field trips, coding and electric graphic organizers. While there are suggested timelines for work completion, this course does NOT require any synchronous sessions so that you may plan your course completion time accordingly. All work is due by the end of the last day of the course. The course is available 24/7.
  • Max Class Size: 20

54. Online: Increasing Student Engagement Through Project Based Learning (7/12-8/23)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 7/12/2022 to 8/23/2022

As educators, we want our students to be successful in the chaotic world outside of our classroom. To develop the skills necessary to succeed in a workplace environment, it is important that we focus on instilling and honing those skills now so that students can thrive after their schooling years. But how do we do this? Through PBL, or Project Based Learning. PBL weaves the 4C's (cooperation, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity) with curriculum to guide students through a journey of exploration and discovery in a format that is timely, relevant, and appropriately challenging. Participants of this course will explore the rationale behind PBL, the correlation between PBL and motivation and engagement, different ways of implementing PBL, and specific research based practices to successfully carry out PBL in your own classroom. If you are ready to transform your classroom teaching and level up this school year for yourself and your students, then this course is for you! This course is an asynchronous course delivered via Google Classroom. A rockteach email address will be provided to participants in this course.
  • Max Class Size: 25

55. Online: Resources for Enhancing School Climate: Empathy, Compassion, UPSTANDER Responsibility and Responsible and Ethical Decision Making (7/12/22 - 8/23/22)

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/12/2022 to 8/23/2022


The research-based strategies and skills utilized in this course will enable educators and parents to help students build effective relationships, and work through life's challenges in constructive and ethical ways.Through these efforts they will be able to will enhance school climate, make a difference in the lives of their students, change the fabric of their classroom communities and impact systemic change in their districts.

The 15 hour online course will enable participants:

-to internalize and role-model the behaviors and attitudes they expect of their students

-educate, involve and gain the support of all constituencies

-in creating a school culture that focuses on developing emotionally intelligent student leaders

Participants will be provided with the opportunity for independent inquiry, learning in cooperation with others, and reflective practice. By participating in these activities, participants will enhance professional dialogue and effectively blend different, innovative, and practical strategies for implementation. As a result, participants will design a toolbox of research-based strategies that will serve as resources for integration into the fabric of their school community.

Social Work CEUs provided by Rockland BOCES - $25 fee paid directly to Rockland BOCES.This course will be delivered via google classroom. Registrants will be provided a Rockteach email address to participate. Dates listed are start and end dates. The course is available 24/7.
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  • Max Class Size: 20

56. Online: Using Google Tools for Collaboration, Enrichment and Differentiation of Instruction (7/12/22 -8/23/2022)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 7/12/2022 to 8/23/2022

This fun and engaging 15 hour online course offered by a Google Certified Educator is designed to provide information and examples of various Google tools available to enhance the learning experiences of different learners. Participants will explore Google Earth, Google Docs (collaborative presentations, spreadsheets, documents and forms) Google Apps and Google SketchUp. Examples of how these tools can be integrated with different subject areas that are aligned to national and NYS standards will be shared. To complete this course, participants will create online collaborative materials, mini project and develop a plan to implement Google tools into their curriculum to promote learning in a 21st century environment. Participation in discussions, sharing of ideas and feedback is important, enlightening and promotes professional growth. Grade Level K-12. Course is available 24/7 from the start date to end date.
  • Max Class Size: 20

57. Online: Yogapalooza: Teaching Kids Yoga and Mindfulness with Confidence (7/12/22- 8/23/22)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 7/12/2022 to 8/23/2022


This 15 hour course (includes implementation and practice) will give you everything you need to bring engaging kids yoga and mindfulness content into your classroom. Even if you can't touch your toes or don't have a yoga mat, you can be skilled and confident sharing yoga with children. With hours of engaging videos, colorful handouts, accompanying classroom favorites for kids yoga, beloved mindfulness activities and all the information you need on development, safe yoga pose techniques and class planning, this is a complete online training for early childhood teachers who want to incorporate the benefits of yoga and mindfulness. Date listed are start and end dates. The course is available 24/7.

If you're concerned about the emotional toll this world is having on your students (and yourself) this is a magic wand to create calm. This course is self-paced. Instructor Bari Koral is an internationally recognized kids yogi and recording artist with over 20 years of experience working with young children and thousands of educators. Dates listed are the start and end date.
  • Max Class Size: 25

58. Ready, Set, Teach...From Anywhere (7/12/22- 8/23/22)

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 7/12/2022 to 8/23/2022

Stop searching for the perfect documents and start creating your own! This 15 hour asynchronous course is designed for elementary teachers to set themselves up for a creative, successfully organized year. Learn how to use free tools to create customized documents that will promote student engagement, keep yourself organized, and ready to teach whether it be in person or online at a moment's notice.This course will be delivered in Google Classroom. Participants will receive a rockteach email address to participate.
  • Max Class Size: 10

59. Customizing Google Slides for Data Collection

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 7/12/2022 to 7/14/2022

Using the theme builder feature in Google Slides, participants will develop a tool that students can use to collect and organize data, thoughts, and artifacts for any project. This is a unique way to utilize the power of Google Slides. Participants will receive a rockteach email address to participate in this training, which is delivered via Google Classroom.
  • Max Class Size: 30

60. Foundations of Mentoring for Teachers

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Audience: Teachers with 5 years experience

Dates: 7/12/2022 to 7/14/2022

"Foundations of Mentoring” is a 15 hour course over 3 days online and is for teacher with 5 or more years experience. The model used for the course was developed by the New Teacher Center at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Participants will be trained in the mentor-protegé relationship. Participants will understand the stages of adult learning, develop strategies and skills to be effective mentors and gain an understanding of the trust, mutuality, and risk-taking as a mentor. The basic tenets of mentoring can help teachers to not only support new staff members, but develop better collegial relations with team members or grade level partners. Mentors will develop strategies during the training, keep a collaborative log, and keep track of how their work is aligned with the Danielson Framework. Each participant will receive a binder of materials for the course. Faciilitated by Joe Fusaro, Director of Nyack Teacher Center. This training is offered in collaboration with Nyack Teacher Center and East Ramapo Teacher Center and is only open to Rockland Teachers' Center member districts.
  • Max Class Size: 2

61. Creating Classroom Culture & Community (7/12/22-8/23/22)

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 7/12/2022 to 8/23/2022

This 15 hour course has been designed for educators and will provide training and information on how to create an inclusive and thriving classroom culture that is positive and productive for all learners. As educators, we want our students to be successful in the chaotic world outside of our classroom. To develop the skills necessary to succeed in a workplace environment, it is important that we focus on instilling and honing those skills now so that students can thrive after their schooling years. But how do we do this? By creating an environment where students feel safe to make mistakes, take risks, and trust one another and themselves. Participants will be exposed to multimedia resources that will guide them on a journey of self discovery to determine how they can pivot within their current classroom dynamics as well as integrate new, timely and relevant ideas that will empower students to be engaged and motivated while you, the teacher, establish clear and authentic expectations, rules, and procedures. Participants of this course will explore the rationale behind various classroom management strategies, the correlation between classroom community and motivation and engagement, different ways of implementing various connectivity methods, and specific research based practices to successfully carry out culture building activities in your own classroom. If you are ready to transform your classroom teaching and level up this school year for yourself and your students, then this course is for you! This course will be conducted in an asynchronous online setting utilizing Google Classroom as the delivery platform. Participants will work at their own pace to complete the course expectations and assignments. Dates listed are start and end dates.
  • Max Class Size: 20

62. Culturally Responsive Pedagogy - Zoom

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 7/12/2022

Culturally Responsive Pedagogy is the intersection of race consciousness and every interaction that happens in a school environment. These interactions are included but not limited to discipline, grading, curriculum, instruction, less structured time, etc. In this course participants will understand the importance of a racial lexicon, a race-conscious workforce, culturally responsive teaching, and culturally responsive community engagement.
  • Max Class Size: 30

63. EDPD 5018.01/Using Technology to Engage and Inspire Diverse Learners (Differentiating with Technology)

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 7/14/2022 to 8/4/2022

Technology can increase teachers' capacity to support the learning of individual students with wide differences in their abilities to see, hear, speak, move, read, write, understand English, attend, organize, engage and remember. To do this efficiently and effectively technology should be carefully selected, purposefully planned and thoughtful implemented. Not all technology is useful for all students. Required Text: "How to Differentiate Instruction in Academically Diverse Classrooms", 3rd Edition, by Carol Ann Tomlinson. If you would like to take this course for Graduate credit and do not have an account with the college, please contact jmurray@rockteach.org for info. *Final projects and reflections due via online by Aug. 5, 2022.
  • Max Class Size: 25

64. Instructional and Educational Strategies for English Language Learners

Location: North Rockland High School (North Rockland HS, )

Dates: 7/14/2022 to 9/1/2022

The demographics and backgrounds of our students is constantly changing yet we, as educators, still primarily utilize expressive language (speaking and reading) to convey information to students and expect them to use receptive language (speaking and listening) to share with us what they have learned. As more and more children come to our schools needing English as a Second Language services, schools are expecting mainstream, "regular education” teachers to meet the needs of our English Language Learners. By the end of this course, participants will be better able to meet the language and academic needs of ELLs in various academic settings. Required Readings: "Classroom Instruction that Works with English Language Learners", by Hill, Jane & Miller, Kirsten (2014). ASCD: Alexandria, VA.; "Classroom Instruction That Works: Research-Based Strategies for Increasing Student Achievement 2nd Edition" by Ceri B Dean, Elizabeth Ross Hubbell, Howard Pitler & BJ Stone (2012). ASCD: Alexandria, VA.
  • Max Class Size: 35

65. Hybrid: Recent Children's Literature Award Winners, July 18 - July 31, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators in grades 3 - 8

Dates: 7/18/2022 to 7/31/2022

Location: Online

Participants in this hybrid course will be asked to read and discuss various pieces of youth literature that are recent ALA award winners. This session will focus on the Caldecott, Geisel, Coretta Scott King Awards and Illustrator, Pura Belpre Award and Illustrator, and Newbery Award winners. We will spend time identifying ways to incorporate these titles into classrooms or curriculums. We will explore picture books, non-fiction texts, middle grade novels, and graphic novels. Participants will need to have access to various books either through their school library, public library or virtual libraries. In addition to the six asynchronous hours, there will be THREE MANDATORY ZOOM MEETINGS from 10:00am-1:00pm on July 26, July 27, and July 28, which will focus on discussing the literature and strategies to incorporate these books into our curriculum. YOU MUST BE ABLE TO ATTEND ALL SYNCHRONOUS SESSIONS TO RECEIVE FULL CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

66. Creating Infographics to Present Data

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 7/19/2022 to 7/21/2022

This course will explore the creation and use of infographics to present data. Participants will ensign their own infographic and will be able to turnkey this for their students.Participants will receive a rockteach email address to participate in this training, which is delivered via Google Classroom.
  • Max Class Size: 30

67. Book Club on 7/20/22

Location: ZOOM AT HOME (ZOOM, NY)

Dates: 7/20/2022

Join us for a discussion of the book Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauneer. Candace Robinson, our knowledgeable facilitator, will lead us in an interesting and lively discussion. Wednesday, July 20 at 11:00 on Zoom. Please register by 7/15 to receive the link on time.
  • Max Class Size: 15

68. Autism: Pragmatic Language and Working with Students with Autism PLC #10

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 7/20/2022

Overview of how communication coaching supports to assist individuals in their understanding of implicit versus explicit rules, perspective-taking and turn-taking in speaking, the use of small-talk, conventional gestures, and emotional expression. Communication coaching employs techniques to compensate for inflexible thinking, slower-working memory, and impulse control, as well as how to build meaningful relationships. The portion of the workshop from 7PM-8PM will be provided by Jawonio and presented by Stacey Kantrowitz From 8PM-9PM. Kristin Kiggins will facilitate a discussion based PLC geared to the educational community on the material covered in the Jawonio workshop on Pragmatic Language.
  • Max Class Size: 20

69. Youth Mental Health First Aid - Virtual

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 7/21/2022

Youth Mental Health First Aid is the initial help offered to a young person experiencing a mental health challenge, mental health disorder or a mental health crisis. The first aid is given until appropriate help is received or until the crisis resolves. This course is designed to reduce the stigmas associated with mental health illnesses. In this course participants will learn how to recognize warning signs of mental health and substance use challenges and implement a 5-step action plan.
The course is divided into two sessions. Participants are required to complete a 2-hour self-paced webinar at least one week prior to the instructor-led training. The instructor-led training is a 6- hour training, which includes breaks.
Participants will need a laptop or desktop with camera and microphone capabilities to participate in the instructor-led training. As per the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, participants are expected to be present with cameras on 90% of the instructor-led training.Rockland County/Orange County and neighboring counties districts/residents have priority.
  • Max Class Size: 20

70. I Didn't Know Google Docs Did That

Location: Online Only (Online, )

Dates: 7/26/2022 to 7/28/2022

Wait List
This course will focus on some of the less known and newer features in Google Docs. Knowing how to use these features can save you time and make your content more enticing for students. Features such as watermarks, people & file chips, approval, formatting options, and others will be covered.Participants will receive a rockteach email address to participate in this training, which is delivered via Google Classroom.
  • Max Class Size: 30

71. Online: A Fresh Look at Classroom Management, August 1 - August 29, 2022 (EWTC)

Audience: Elementary and Secondary Educators

Dates: 8/1/2022 to 8/29/2022

Location: Online

Closed
This class is open, at no cost, to consortium members only. In this course, participants will take a deep dive into classroom management. They will spend time researching and understanding eight (8) key components of classroom management. Throughout the course, participants will develop their own classroom management plan incorporating the different strategies and techniques discussed. Participants will be asked to reflect on and discuss with each other the course material. At the end of the course, participants will have a ready to implement classroom management plan and new strategies to refresh an already existing classroom management plan.
  • Max Class Size: 20

72. Online: Adjusting the Norm - Strategies for Embracing All Cultures in the Classroom, August 1 - August 29, 2022 (WTCI) (WTCI)

Audience: K-12

Dates: 8/1/2022 to 8/29/2022

Location: Online

As our country's demographics shift, the impact is evident in all our classrooms 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. Course participants will review research-based strategies to better incorporate students from other cultures into the classroom. At the end of this course, you will be empowered to adjust instructional delivery to meet the needs of your classroom's changing demographics and improve educational outcomes for all students. PLEASE NOTE THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

73. Online: All Learners - ADD and ADHD, August 1 - August 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators and Professionals in grades K - 12

Dates: 8/1/2022 to 8/29/2022

Location: Online only

This online course, which is open to teachers and other professionals, will include instruction in both the whole class and small group setting for students with ADD/ADHD. We will examine current research and best practices as well as researched based intervention techniques for both academic and behavioral challenges. We will explore the website ADDitude and use the resources on this site to create a teacher guide outlining strategies to enhance student learning. Differentiation, multiple intelligence, and setting long and short term goals will be a focus for the lesson planning segment. The teacher/parent connection will be established as a support system for the student. Strategies such as cooperative learning, organizational skills, and graphic organizers will be shared and applied to various grade levels. We will read and discuss case studies, teacher testimonials and incorporate best practices into our lessons. Each teacher will leave this course with a classroom management plan that includes strategies for successful teaching and learning. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

74. Online: Bringing Project Based Learning (PBL) into Your Math Classroom, August 1 - August 29, 2022(WTCI)

Audience: K-12

Dates: 8/1/2022 to 8/29/2022

Location: Online

As we prepare 21st Century Students for the 21st Century workforce, we need to arm them with the tools they need to problem solve and think critically. Project Based Learning is one method for improving their critical thinking skills. PBL prepares students for the problem solving activities the 21st Century workplace will demand. This course will examine PBL methods for a Mathematics Classroom. Participants will focus on best practices related to PBL and how to increase critical thinking skills and performance. Participants will work with resources that focus specifically on using PBL with students with disabilities and multi-language learners. This course is appropriate for all K-12 teachers. PLEASE NOTE THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

75. Online: Conferring with Confidence: The Heart of Effective Reading and Writing Instruction - August 1 - August 29, 2022(WTCI)

Audience: Classroom teachers, ELA teachers, Reading Specialists, Early Literacy Specialists

Dates: 8/1/2022 to 8/29/2022

Location: Online Only

Through collaboration and inquiry, participants will explore the conferring process and the effect that is has on classroom instruction and student engagement. Participants will work through each step involved in conferring in the classroom with a specific focus on the RIP model. Participants will identify and explore the protocol for effective feedback within an instructional setting. At the conclusion of this course, participants will have the knowledge and expertise to structure a conference, the strategies for classroom implementation and the instructional practices that can instantly be used in the classroom and can be embedded in their instructional practice. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 15

76. Online: Differentiated Instruction for ELLS, August 1 - August 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Dates: 8/1/2022 to 8/29/2022

Location: Online

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. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

77. Online: Gender Identity: Myths, Truths and Equity, August 1- August 22, 2022(WTCI)

Audience: Educators K -12

Dates: 8/1/2022 to 8/22/2022

Location: Online

In this online course, we will explore the issues surrounding gender identity and the use of proper pronouns. Using the correct pronouns will help students feel safe, comfortable, and respected in the classroom. We will discuss the distinction between sex and gender and how we can make positive changes in the classroom to eliminate any harassment and bullying. We will also design specific strategies, share resources and discuss how to conduct successful parent teacher conferences while respecting confidentiality. At the conclusion of this course, participants will be prepared to support an individual's gender identity and life experiences and to provide their students with a safe, inclusive and non threatening classroom environment. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

78. Online: Improving Students Outcomes through Effective Homework, August 1 - August 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: K - 12 Educators

Dates: 8/1/2022 to 8/29/2022

Location: Online Only

Homework - the mention of the word makes the student in us tremble! As educators we know that we need to assign homework for various reasons from accountability to curriculum pacing demands. We can leverage our HW policies to improve student learning outcomes. Participants will assess their current HW practices and evaluate the components of an effective HW assignment. Teachers will also develop paperless assignments as well as flipped lessons and HW assignments. This class is appropriate for all K-12 educators. PLEASE NOTE THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

79. ONLINE: Managing ADHD and LD in the Classroom, August 1 - August 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: K-12

Dates: 8/1/2022 to 8/29/2022

Location: Online Only

All teachers have come across a student in their class with either ADHD or a Learning Disability.This course will give teachers an opportunity to examine current research geared towards helping all teachers work effectively with students with ADHD and learning disabilities. Teachers will understand the impact of ADHD on a student's performance, the difference between male and female students with ADHD and, at the conclusion of the course, will have a number of instructional strategies to implement in their classrooms. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

80. Online: Mindful Teacher in the Mindful Classroom, August 1 - August 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: Educators in grades K - 12

Dates: 8/1/2022 to 8/29/2022

Location: Online Only

In this online course, we will examine our teaching practice and how what we teach translates into student success in the classroom. We will look at embracing peer collaboration when planning and implementing high performance learning teams. Transformational teaching focuses on having students ask questions and solve real-world problems. We will look at ways students analyze, synthesize, create, empathize, interpret, use background knowledge and defend alternative perspectives. We will look at lesson plans and how we can implement various strategies including organizing learning groups, guiding, facilitating and challenging learners. It is imperative that our teaching has a clear purpose, a memorable beginning and end, a logical sequence, relevant content, nimble transitions and a contagious passion. At the conclusion of the course, you will have the requisite tools to create an environment conducive to learning. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

81. ONLINE: Social and Emotional Development in the Classroom, August 1 - August 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: K-12 Teachers

Dates: 8/1/2022 to 8/29/2022

Location: Online

Social and emotional learning, when embedded in the classroom (and in the school) curriculum, can have many positive student outcomes. It can reduce aggression and emotional distress among students, can increase collaborative classroom interactions, can improve self confidence and can lead to improved student learning. We will examine the five (5) keys to social emotional learning and look at how it translates to the classroom culture and to classroom management. We will view videos, read articles and explore various strategies that will work with our students. We will focus on self and social awareness, self-management, relationship skills, responsible decision making and how we can apply best practices in our classrooms. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

82. Online: Strategies for Improving Study Skills, August 1 - August 29, 2022 WTCI)

Audience: K-12 general and special education teachers

Dates: 8/1/2022 to 8/29/2022

Location: Online

Sometimes we take it for granted that students "know how” to study. Study skills are a skill set that many of our special education students need to improve. With more and more focus on national standards and testing, how can we assist these students to meet the more rigorous requirements? This course will allow educators to build skills and instructional strategies for improving students ability to listen, note-taking, textbook reading, test taking strategies, and paper/essay writing. This course will also introduce strategies for teaching students anxiety and stress reduction techniques. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

83. Online: Tech Bytes: Digital Resources to Make Your Lessons Pop, August 1 - August 15, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: K-12

Dates: 8/1/2022 to 8/15/2022

Location: Online

Digital resources can increase students' motivation, classroom engagement and can be used with a wide variety of learners. In this online course, we will explore digital literacy resources, virtual field trips, interactive museums, and digital tools to enhance classroom instruction. Students will have access to these resources at any time and can set their own pace when working through activities. Teachers, with these digital (paperless) resources in their toolbox, can enhance their lesson plans while, at the same time, give students a chance to be creative and more actively engaged in the classroom. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

84. Online: Wake Them Up! - Motivating Lessons, August 1 - August 29, 2022 (WTCI)

Audience: K-12 Educators

Dates: 8/1/2022 to 8/29/2022

Location: Online

We have all been there - we've prepared a great lesson, developed a "hook” to keep students engaged and ready to learn, only to see student interest fizzle out as the lesson progresses. Keeping students actively engaged in the learning process is a critical component of lesson planning. Throughout this course, we will explore strategies for "hooking” students and keeping them engaged in the learning process that can immediately be incorporated into your lesson plans. PLEASE NOTE: THE INSTITUTE CANNOT REFUND A PARTICIPANT ONCE THE CLASS HAS COMMENCED.
  • Max Class Size: 20

85. Online: Cultivating a Positive Classroom Environment through Children's Literature, August 1 - 29, 2022 (EWTC)

Audience: Elementary Educators

Dates: 8/1/2022 to 8/29/2022

Location: Online

Closed
This class is open, at no cost, to consortium members only. In this course participants will be asked to read and discuss various pieces of children's literature with a focus on cultivating a positive classroom community. Participants will spend time researching and understanding seven (7) components of classroom environments that will lead to student success. Time will be allotted for teachers to create and share various resources that can be implemented in the classroom. Participants will read, discuss, and create activities using children's literature and, at the end of the course, will have the tools needed to support a classroom that is engaging, inclusive, and successful for all learners.
  • Max Class Size: 20

86. Hybrid: Peace Restored: Training for Circle Keepers

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 8/3/2022 to 8/24/2022

Creative Response to Conflict trainers build on the concepts, Facilitated by Priscilla Prutzman and Tara Fishler of Creative Response to Conflict. and activities explored in the introductory workshop, Peace Restored: An Introduction to Restorative Practices. (Attendees must take part 1 or have had equivalent training.) This course will enable participants to understand the differences between facilitation and circlekeeping; practice designing & keeping a tier 1 circle; practice designing & keeping a content-based circle; & understand the preparation necessary for advanced circlekeeping. 10 hours synchrnous and 5 hours asynchronous. Facilitated by Priscilla Prutzman and Tara Fishler of Creative Response to Conflict.
  • Max Class Size: 15

87. Level-Up Your Literacy Block-Zoom

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 8/8/2022

During this session participants will learn about ways to use technology to help differentiate for learners during their literacy block. Together we will explore different applications, how to create engaging digital lessons, and ways to clone yourself to help monitor tier one instruction. This training is geared toward elementary school educators.
  • Max Class Size: 20

88. Understanding the NYSED Culturally Responsive Framework - Zoom

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 8/10/2022

Participants will explore the Culturally Responsive-Sustaining (CR-S) framework which is intended to help education stakeholders create student-centered learning environments that affirm cultural identities; foster positive academic outcomes; develop students' abilities to connect across lines of difference; elevate historically marginalized voices; empower students as agents of social change; and contribute to individual student engagement, learning, growth, and achievement through the cultivation of critical thinking.
  • Max Class Size: 30

89. Hands-on Primary Sources Social Studies Workshop, Thursday, August 11, 2022 (EWTC)

Audience: Social Studies teachers 4-12, School Librarians and ELA 4-12

Dates: 8/11/2022

Location: Westchester County Historical Society and Archives

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Attend this workshop to learn about the primary sources and educational activities found in the Consider the Source NY website as well as historical documents held at the centers. Increase your knowledge on integrating these resources into your teaching to meet the NYS Social Studies Framework practices. Expand your familiarity with resources so that you can guide Seal of Civic Readiness students. Time will be provided at the workshop to actually work with primary sources and create a lesson plan or Social Studies Inquiry. The Consider the Source NY grant initiative is looking for 4 teachers to create educational activities to be included in Consider the Source NY (stipend provided). Note: masks will be required, please bring a bagged lunch and a laptop LOCATION: Westchester County Historical Society and Archives 2199 Saw Mill River Road Elmsford, NY 10523 DATE: Thursday, August 11, 2022 TIME: 9:00am - 3:00pm
  • Max Class Size: 12

90. Youth Mental Health First Aid - Virtual

Location: Zoom (Zoom, Zo)

Dates: 8/11/2022

Youth Mental Health First Aid is the initial help offered to a young person experiencing a mental health challenge, mental health disorder or a mental health crisis. The first aid is given until appropriate help is received or until the crisis resolves. This course is designed to reduce the stigmas associated with mental health illnesses. In this course participants will learn how to recognize warning signs of mental health and substance use challenges and implement a 5-step action plan.
The course is divided into two sessions. Participants are required to complete a 2-hour self-paced webinar at least one week prior to the instructor-led training. The instructor-led training is a 6- hour training, which includes breaks.
Participants will need a laptop or desktop with camera and microphone capabilities to participate in the instructor-led training. As per the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, participants are expected to be present with cameras on 90% of the instructor-led training. Rockland County/Orange County and neighboring counties districts/residents have priority.
  • Max Class Size: 20

91. Book Club on 8/17/22

Location: ZOOM AT HOME (ZOOM, NY)

Dates: 8/17/2022

Join us for a discussion of the book The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah. Candace Robinson, our knowledgeable facilitator, will lead us in an interesting and lively discussion. Wednesday, August 17 at 11:00 on Zoom. Please register by 8/11 to receive the link on time.
  • Max Class Size: 15

92. ONLINE-DASA Dignity for All Students Act - Mandated 6 hour Certification Workshop (August 21 - August 25, 2022)

Audience: Open to All

Dates: 8/21/2022 to 8/25/2022

Location: ZOOM

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In accordance with Article 2 Sections 10-18 of the Education Law, all applicants for Certification in NYS registered programs are required to complete six clock hours of Training in Harassment, Bullying, Cyberbullying and Discrimination in Schools: Prevention and Intervention (DASA Training). This workshop will be both asynchronous and synchronous. The first 3 hours will be provided through Google Classroom (a Google invite will be provided). You will need to join using a personal Gmail account. The asynchronous portion will consist of a self-directed module based approach that will ask candidates to review the background and some of the laws associated with the DASA, timelines and concrete concepts. The modules will include both free responses and multiple-choice quizzes to ascertain your understanding before a certificate for Part 1 can be issued. You will have four days to complete the first 3 asynchronous hours. This 3-hour session must be completed prior to Part II which is on Thursday, August 25th. Part 2, also a 3-hour time frame, will dive deeper into the strategies and reporting procedures as well as proactive mechanisms for tracking, reporting, and preventing bullying and harassment in the educational/school environment, including cyber bullying. All participants must be available on Thursday, August 25th from 10:00am - 1:00pm to participate in synchronous Part II of the workshop which will be held via Zoom.
  • Max Class Size: 35

93. Foundations of Mentoring for Teachers

Location: Nyack Teacher Center (Nyack, NY)

Audience: Teachers with 5 years experience

Dates: 8/23/2022 to 8/24/2022

"Foundations of Mentoring” is a 15 hour course over 2 days onsite at Nyack Teacher Center and for teacher with 5 or more years experience. The model used for the course was developed by the New Teacher Center at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Participants will be trained in the mentor-protegé relationship. Participants will understand the stages of adult learning, develop strategies and skills to be effective mentors and gain an understanding of the trust, mutuality, and risk-taking as a mentor. The basic tenets of mentoring can help teachers to not only support new staff members, but develop better collegial relations with team members or grade level partners. Mentors will develop strategies during the training, keep a collaborative log, and keep track of how their work is aligned with the Danielson Framework. Each participant will receive a binder of materials for the course. Faciilitated by Joe Fusaro, Director of Nyack Teacher Center. This training is offered in collaboration with Nyack Teacher Center and East Ramapo Teacher Center and is only open to Rockland Teachers' Center member districts.
  • Max Class Size: 6

94. Professional Development Mentor Program, 9:00 - 3:30 August 29 + 2 Follow-up Dates 4:00pm - 6:00pm (EWTC)

Location: TBA (TBA, NY) - Room TBD

Audience: Teachers in Grades K-12

Dates: 8/29/2022 to 3/28/2023

Location: Room TBD

Whether you are currently a mentor teacher or would like to serve in this role in the future, this year-long program will provide you with the knowledge and expertise needed to become a skilled mentor. We will examine attitudes, skills, and components of a successful program and focus on teacher development, including how to guide, support, and nurture novice teachers. This free course is only open to teachers from the Edith Winthrop Teacher Center and the Teacher Center of Central Westchester. In addition to the August 29 synchronous session (9:00-3:30), there will be two follow up synchronous meetings (4:00-6:00). The dates of the two follow up sessions will be determined at our summer session - one date will be in the Fall and the other in the Spring. There will also be an additional 5 hours of asynchronous course work. YOU MUST BE PRESENT FOR ALL SYNCHRONOUS SESSIONS AND COMPLETE THE 5 HOURS OF ASYNCHRONOUS COURSEWORK IN ORDER TO RECEIVE THE FULL CREDIT FOR THIS COURSE.
  • Max Class Size: 20

95. Cohort 3 Semester 1-Fall 2022 Master's Degree Program in Educational Leadership

Audience: All

Dates: 8/30/2022 to 12/14/2022

Location: Greenburgh CSD

This is the first step in the application process for candidates in Cohort 3, Semester 1. Your credit card will not be charged until you are accepted into the EWTC/HUNTER Educational Leadership Program starting in Fall 2022.
  • Max Class Size: 25

96. Cohort 2 Semester 3 - Fall 2022 Master's Degree Program in Educational Leadership

Audience: All

Dates: 8/31/2022 to 12/14/2022

Location: Greenburgh CSD

This registration link is ONLY for Cohort 2, Semester 3 participants who have been accepted into the EWTC/HUNTER Educational Leadership Program starting in Fall 2021.
  • Max Class Size: 25

97. LED 510.95/Teaching Writing and Multimodal Text Production

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 9/1/2022 to 12/1/2022

This clinically-rich course explores methods of teaching writing in grades K-12, Course activities are designed to meet the needs of diverse learners, and students will learn digital production skills across disciplines. This course is open to matriculated students only.
  • Max Class Size: 20

98. EDU 5374.01/Teaching Methods and Curriculum Grades 7-12 General

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 9/6/2022 to 12/16/2022

Explore curriculum approaches, teaching and assessment strategies, classroom management, and other critical issues in teaching at the middle childhood and adolescence levels. Become familiar with the ways in which middle and high schools function, both within their buildings and within their broader communities. Field experience required. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred for graduate credits. Course will run asynchronous online from 9/6-12/16/22. Only start and end dates are listed.
  • Max Class Size: 5

99. EDAD 5000.01/Schools as Learning Organizations

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 9/6/2022 to 12/13/2022

This course introduces the basic vision of the MPS program: to develop in participants the ability to view schools and school districts as systems that have the capacity to become Learning Organizations. Researcher Peter Senge's five disciplines (systems thinking, personal mastery, mental models, shared vision, and team learning) are explored in depth with practical applications for participants organizational contexts. You must be a matriculated Manhattanville to take this course. Email jmurray@rockteach.org for details. Additional college tuition will be incurred.
  • Max Class Size: 18

100. EDU 5032.01/Collaboration and Consultation in Inclusive Settings

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 9/6/2022 to 12/13/2022

This course will examine the need for collaboration between teachers of children with both typical and special education needs. Students will become knowledgeable of state and federal laws which establish special education services (NCLB) as well as accommodations for those individuals who require instructional modifications and do not clearly fit into one of the IDEA classifications (section 504). They will become familiar with the characteristics of the major disability areas identified by law and the modifications of instruction and classroom setting necessary to meet the individual's needs. This will include those practices for planning and designing co-teaching and collaboration which have been shown to be effective in the collaborative setting. Classroom management needs and individualization of instruction of children in the inclusive setting will be addressed with emphasis placed upon the importance of using positive behavioral supports. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org before registering or call 845-553-9517. Additional college tuition will be incurred for graduate credits. This course will run on Tuesdays, note only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to instructor for exact schedule.
  • Max Class Size: 10

101. EDU 5083.01/Assessment of Students with Learning and Behavior Problems

Location: Online (online, ny)

Dates: 9/6/2022 to 12/13/2022

This course is designed to provide an intensive study of the assessment process as it relates to the special education teacher. Students will learn the purpose of assessment, measurement concepts and technical adequacy and experience how to administer and interpret test data. Students will explore ways to communicate assessment information and assessment issues related to I.D.E.A. The focus will be on a combination of formal and informal assessment strategies. Teacher candidates will prepare a final report dealing with a comprehensive assessment to include the creation of an I.E.P. for a student with a disability. As part of a formative process, the required portfolio will be reviewed as part of the course. Field experience required. If you would like to take this graduate course and are not a matriculated Manhattanville student, please contact Joleen Murray at jmurray@rockteach.org or call 845-553-9517 before registering. Additional college tuition will be incurred for graduate credits. This course will run on Tuesdays, note only start and end dates are listed. Please refer to the instructor for specific dates.
  • Max Class Size: 10