As our country's demographics shift ^ the impact can be seen in the classroom as we are teaching students from across the world. There is great potential for embracing cultures and enhancing instructional activities ^ while bridging cultures between home and school. Educators will review research-based strategies to better incorporate students from other cultures into the classroom. Educators in this course will become empowered to adjust instructional delivery to meet the needs of their classroom's changing demographics and improve educational outcomes for all students.

Unlock the power of evidence-based reading instruction with The Science of Reading: Foundations and Best Practices for K-12 Educators. This comprehensive online course explores the cognitive science behind how students learn to read and effective instructional strategies to support literacy development across all grade levels. Participants will gain practical knowledge of phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension, alongside the latest research on dyslexia and literacy interventions. Designed for educators, administrators, and reading specialists, this course equips you with actionable tools and resources to enhance reading instruction and improve student outcomes. This course provides an in-depth understanding of the Science of Reading, focusing on the essential components of effective reading instruction. Participants will explore evidence-based strategies, theories, and practices that support literacy development in multiple levels of learners.

Join colleagues in exploring robotics and educational technology in light of the new, NYS digital fluency standards. Mercy University Center for STEM Education is pleased to partner with TCCW to share our STEM education expertise in this new professional development course! Each session will be an opportunity for active learning to explore free and TCCW resources to engage and excite students in new ways through your existing curricula. Incorporating technology is a great way to differentiate instruction and support all students' learning. Sessions will take place both online and in-person and incorporate cooperative learning and reflection. By the end of this training course, teachers will develop a standards-aligned 5E lesson plan in their chosen subject area that will be integrated with a digital literacy approach of their choice. By the end of this training course, teachers will develop a standards-aligned 5E lesson plan in their chosen subject area that will be integrated with a digital literacy approach of their choice.

Number sense is the ability to be flexible with numbers. It helps children understand both how our number system works, and how numbers relate to each other. Children who develop number sense have a range of mathematical strategies at their disposal. They know when to use them and how to adapt them to meet different situations. This course will introduce strategies to improve your students' number sense and will help turn number nonsense into number sense for children who struggle with math. Members will receive a free copy of the book.

This 15-hour course offers a deep dive into the transformative power of Emotional Intelligence for educators. Participants will learn to understand, develop, and apply the four main competencies of EQ: self-awareness, self-regulation, social awareness, and relationship management. The course is designed around the CASEL Framework and Greater Good in Education, providing a holistic framework for nurturing EQ within educators and their school communities. Through a combination of self-assessment, interactive discussions, practical exercises, and case studies, participants will gain valuable insights and strategies to enhance their emotional resilience, build positive connections, and prevent burnout. By the end of the course, educators will be equipped with practical tools to create a more emotionally intelligent and supportive learning environment for both themselves and their students. Don't miss this opportunity to unleash the power of Emotional Intelligence in your educational journey!

Playful engagement in nature can be a powerful tool for learning. That's common sense to many who spent their childhoods in nature observing a cicada exit its shell, watching ants at war or picking a dandelion to blow its seeds to make a wish. In this course, you will learn about the research and best practices that underpin a classroom that utilizes nature as the forefront. Participants will learn how to use nature to harness their students' curiosities through meaningful lessons and activities in and out of the classroom. Anchored in research about how children connect to the natural world and explore, this course will foster a love, dependence and appreciation of our Earth and all its gifts.

This course is designed to equip educators with the knowledge and practical strategies needed to effectively support ELL Students with Interrupted Formal Education (SIFE). These students often face unique challenges due to gaps in their academic history, language proficiency, and cultural background. Teachers will explore a range of instructional approaches to create an inclusive, supportive, and engaging classroom environment for SIFE students.

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.

Each day we as educators have reasons to reach out and communicate with parents. Our changing educational and technological landscape has really altered how we accomplish obtaining a strong level of parental involvement and support. Just as importantly , the American family looks much different than it did years ago. With changes in student population groups , these changes in family structures become even more complex. Educators in this course will examine methods for utilizing technology to engage parents and achieve their support in the education process.

In this course, participants will develop the knowledge and competencies needed to integrate evidence-based instructional strategies for teaching writing within the framework of the science of reading. Drawing on current research and understanding from brain science, participants will explore practical and effective instructional approaches that promote literacy development. By aligning these strategies with the principles of brain science, participants will gain insights into how to provide targeted instruction, intervention, and differentiation during their literacy blocks. They will leave the course equipped with actionable techniques to immediately enhance writing instruction in their classrooms, informed by the latest research and best practices in the field.

This 45-hour asynchronous course is designed for educators seeking to enhance their instructional strategies for English Language Learners (ELL). Participants will explore proven methods to support ELL students across all proficiency levels, focusing on the following key strategies: Visual Supports: Learn to integrate visuals such as pictures, diagrams, and charts to reinforce language comprehension and retention across all content areas. Sentence Frames and Starters: Discover how to provide structured language stems that guide students in forming complete academic responses, boosting confidence and grammar accuracy. Scaffolded Instructions and Modeling: Master techniques for breaking tasks into manageable steps and modeling expectations to help students access grade-level content. Opportunities for Peer Interaction: Develop activities for pair or small group work that encourage authentic language use and social negotiation of meaning. Check for Understanding and Repetition: Implement strategies for frequent comprehension checks and repetition to reinforce listening skills and ensure concept clarity. Participants will engage in reading articles, watching videos, and applying these strategies to their current teaching settings. This course aims to equip educators with the tools needed to create an inclusive and effective learning environment for ELL students.

We often look at behavior as something that needs to be addressed before instruction can occur. Research shows that with the right instructional tools , we can limit those unwanted behaviors that interrupt the learning process. Educators in this course will examine dozens of research based strategies to address behavior through instruction. Each educator in this course will focus on specific behaviors from their classes and will utilize research based strategies for overcoming these barriers to learning.

There are between 15 and 20 million American children living in poverty today. Poverty impacts performance in class, as well as the ability to prepare for learning at home. For educators to overcome the devastating impact poverty has on learning, they must first understand the relationship between academic achievement and socio-economic status. Educators will gain strategies and tools to assist and meet the needs of impoverished youth.

As our country's demographics shift, the impact can be seen in the classroom as we are teaching students from across the world. There is great potential for embracing cultures and enhancing instructional activities, while bridging cultures between home and school. Educators will review research-based strategies to better incorporate students from other cultures into the classroom. Educators in this course will become empowered to adjust instructional delivery to meet the needs of their classroom's changing demographics and improve educational outcomes for all students.

In today's educational landscape, understanding and effectively addressing student aggression is crucial for creating a safe and productive learning environment. This professional development course is designed for educators, school counselors, administrators, and support staff who are dedicated to fostering positive student behavior and academic success.

Every teacher across the country deals with some form of a problem behavior in the classroom. This course will present strategies for preventing these behaviors and responding to them. Participants will develop the capacity to provide a caring, energetic and safe classroom atmosphere where all students are encouraged and engaged. Participants will also examine methods for adapting instruction to prevent behaviors before they occur.