CURI 6582 SUNY Empire State University
This course aims to provide practical strategies that build strong relationships with students, engage them in learning, and foster a strong sense of community within the classroom. Educators will learn about the impact of school culture on student well-being and academic success, how to foster a supportive and inclusive environment, and how to incorporate peer interactions daily in the classroom 3 graduate credits.

Required Text: Reconnect: Building School Culture for Meaning, Purpose, and Belonging. ISBN# 978-1119-739975

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CURI 6583 SUNY Empire State University
This course will provide educators with research, strategies and practices to facilitate media literacy skills in the K-12 curriculum. As we strive to teach our students to analyze media sources, to be responsible consumers and creators of digital information, it is a necessity to give them the skills to "decode our world.” It is critical to seamlessly weave media literacy knowledge and skills into all content areas. Course participants will explore Constructivist Media Decoding (CDM) with a focus on critical thinking and reflection. The course also takes a deep dive into the role AI plays in media literacy. The successful integration of media literacy into the K-12 classrooms requires a curriculum driven approach with lessons that teach core curriculum along with media literacy skills. Successful completion of the course will provide our participants with a deeper understanding of media literacy and a dynamic, robust toolkit with which to apply these skills in the K-12 classroom.3 graduate credits.

Two Required Texts:Teaching Students to Decode the World: Media Literacy and Critical Thinking Across the Curriculum, ISBN #978-141663093-7 & The Artificial Intelligence: Using AI to Promote the Good Life While Avoiding Harm,, ISBN# 979-8320314846

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CURI 6584 SUNY Empire State University
Purposeful Learning Through Multiple Intelligences™ Online focuses on helping educators identify and apply the multiple intelligences (MI) to meet the needs of today's diverse classrooms. Based on Howard Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligence™, participants will demonstrate the power of teaching and learning through this unique instructional process. Participants will explore other theories of intelligence, MI subcapacities, and their own MI profiles.Required Text: available as an electronic download through ELT for purchase price of $65. Payment due at time of registration and is included in tuition price. DIRECTIONS FOR ELECTRONIC DOWNLOAD FOR THIS COURSE ARE LOCATED IN THE TEAM ROOM. Participants may print materials prior to class or bring laptop/ipad to access text online during class.

CURI 6543 SUNY Empire State University
In contemporary education, we were all thrown into the deep end of the technology pool as a result of the national shutdown. Technology served as a lifeline to any semblance of learning. As schools transitioned back to hybrid models and eventually back to in-person learning, the bar was raised to continue to utilize technology as part of our instructional practice. In this course, participants will explore the levels of student engagement and use of technology using a lens of student commitment to learning. The course will focus on a technology framework that prioritizes the science of learning practices rather than specific tools. The Triple E Framework: Enhance, Extend and Engage, facilitates purposeful technology integration that adds value to the learning goals (Kolb, 2020). Understanding how students learn lends itself to choosing the best pedagogical practices around a tool to best meet the instructional needs of the lesson and unit. Pedagogy remains the central force in teaching and learning. Examining our practices around harnessing technology in our classrooms using current research and the Triple E Framework can result in transforming contemporary education.

Required Text:Learning First, technology second in practice: New Strategies, Research and Tools for Student Success. International Society for Technology in Education.ISBN #978-1564-84840-6
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Be mindful that New York State requires ALL students enrolled in a SUNY school to show proof of their MMR Immunization and Meningitis Vaccination when they have enrolled in a total of six or more credits that involve face-to-face instruction with an individual institution. (Online course work does not apply)

The form is also available online https://www.esc.edu/media/shared-assets/forms/F-314B-Immunization-Form.pdf

CURI 6583 SUNY Empire State University
This course will provide educators with research, strategies and practices to facilitate media literacy skills in the K-12 curriculum. As we strive to teach our students to analyze media sources, to be responsible consumers and creators of digital information, it is a necessity to give them the skills to "decode our world.” It is critical to seamlessly weave media literacy knowledge and skills into all content areas. Course participants will explore Constructivist Media Decoding (CDM) with a focus on critical thinking and reflection. The course also takes a deep dive into the role AI plays in media literacy. The successful integration of media literacy into the K-12 classrooms requires a curriculum driven approach with lessons that teach core curriculum along with media literacy skills. Successful completion of the course will provide our participants with a deeper understanding of media literacy and a dynamic, robust toolkit with which to apply these skills in the K-12 classroom.3 graduate credits.

Two Required Texts:Teaching Students to Decode the World: Media Literacy and Critical Thinking Across the Curriculum, ISBN #978-141663093-7 & The Artificial Intelligence: Using AI to Promote the Good Life While Avoiding Harm,, ISBN# 979-8320314846

Books can be purchased at your favorite bookstore.

CURI 6584 SUNY Empire State University
Purposeful Learning Through Multiple Intelligences™ Online focuses on helping educators identify and apply the multiple intelligences (MI) to meet the needs of today's diverse classrooms. Based on Howard Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligence™, participants will demonstrate the power of teaching and learning through this unique instructional process. Participants will explore other theories of intelligence, MI subcapacities, and their own MI profiles.Required Text: available as an electronic download through ELT for purchase price of $65. Payment due at time of registration and is included in tuition price. DIRECTIONS FOR ELECTRONIC DOWNLOAD FOR THIS COURSE ARE LOCATED IN THE TEAM ROOM. Participants may print materials prior to class or bring laptop/ipad to access text online during class.

Sponsored by the Hempstead Classroom Teachers Association

CURI 6542 SUNY Empire State University
"Grading practices are a mirror not just for students, but for us as their teachers.” - Joe Feldman The purpose of grading is to communicate a mastery or needed improvement of skills to students and their caregivers. But there are many flaws in the traditional grading system that often deviate from good intentions. Participants will examine the historical purpose of the grading system and how it has been used to determine a student's academic potential, before diving into current research on equitable teaching and learning. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on their current grading practices, questioning how equitable they are for students, and be able to improve ways of assessing students.

Required Text:Grading for Equity: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How It Can Transform Schools and Classrooms. ISBN #978-150639157-1
Books can be purchased at your favorite bookstore.

Be mindful that New York State requires ALL students enrolled in a SUNY school to show proof of their MMR Immunization and Meningitis Vaccination when they have enrolled in a total of six or more credits that involve face-to-face instruction with an individual institution. (Online course work does not apply)

The form is also available online https://www.esc.edu/media/shared-assets/forms/F-314B-Immunization-Form.pdf

CURI 6584 SUNY Empire State University
Purposeful Learning Through Multiple Intelligences™ Online focuses on helping educators identify and apply the multiple intelligences (MI) to meet the needs of today's diverse classrooms. Based on Howard Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligence™, participants will demonstrate the power of teaching and learning through this unique instructional process. Participants will explore other theories of intelligence, MI subcapacities, and their own MI profiles.Required Text: available as an electronic download through ELT for purchase price of $65. Payment due at time of registration and is included in tuition price. DIRECTIONS FOR ELECTRONIC DOWNLOAD FOR THIS COURSE ARE LOCATED IN THE TEAM ROOM. Participants may print materials prior to class or bring laptop/ipad to access text online during class.

Sponsored by the Hempstead Classroom Teachers Association

CURI 6582 SUNY Empire State University
This course aims to provide practical strategies that build strong relationships with students, engage them in learning, and foster a strong sense of community within the classroom. Educators will learn about the impact of school culture on student well-being and academic success, how to foster a supportive and inclusive environment, and how to incorporate peer interactions daily in the classroom 3 graduate credits.

Required Text: Reconnect: Building School Culture for Meaning, Purpose, and Belonging. ISBN# 978-1119-739975

Books can be purchased at your favorite bookstore.

CURI 6585 SUNY Empire State University
In today's rapidly changing educational landscape, traditional teaching methods alone are no longer sufficient. Students are more diverse, and their needs are more complex than ever. The course provides a roadmap to understanding and addressing these challenges with innovative, research-based strategies. Whether you're a seasoned teacher or new to the profession, this course is essential for educators who want to deepen their connection with students, increase participation, and foster a culture of lifelong learning. By the end of this course, educators will not only understand the foundational principles of engagement but also be equipped to apply them in diverse classroom settings where every student thrives, ensuring that their teaching resonates with and motivates their students. 3 graduate credits.

Required Text: he Educator's Atlas: Your Roadmap to Engagement, ISBN# 978-1736199688

Books can be purchased at your favorite bookstore

CURI 6542 SUNY Empire State University
"Grading practices are a mirror not just for students, but for us as their teachers.” - Joe Feldman The purpose of grading is to communicate a mastery or needed improvement of skills to students and their caregivers. But there are many flaws in the traditional grading system that often deviate from good intentions. Participants will examine the historical purpose of the grading system and how it has been used to determine a student's academic potential, before diving into current research on equitable teaching and learning. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on their current grading practices, questioning how equitable they are for students, and be able to improve ways of assessing students.

Required Text:Grading for Equity: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How It Can Transform Schools and Classrooms. ISBN #978-150639157-1
Books can be purchased at your favorite bookstore.

Be mindful that New York State requires ALL students enrolled in a SUNY school to show proof of their MMR Immunization and Meningitis Vaccination when they have enrolled in a total of six or more credits that involve face-to-face instruction with an individual institution. (Online course work does not apply)

The form is also available online https://www.esc.edu/media/shared-assets/forms/F-314B-Immunization-Form.pdf

CURI 6585 SUNY Empire State University
In today's rapidly changing educational landscape, traditional teaching methods alone are no longer sufficient. Students are more diverse, and their needs are more complex than ever. The course provides a roadmap to understanding and addressing these challenges with innovative, research-based strategies. Whether you're a seasoned teacher or new to the profession, this course is essential for educators who want to deepen their connection with students, increase participation, and foster a culture of lifelong learning. By the end of this course, educators will not only understand the foundational principles of engagement but also be equipped to apply them in diverse classroom settings where every student thrives, ensuring that their teaching resonates with and motivates their students. 3 graduate credits.

Required Text: he Educator's Atlas: Your Roadmap to Engagement, ISBN# 978-1736199688

Books can be purchased at your favorite bookstore

CURI 6546 SUNY Empire State University
Explore the profound connection between a teacher's inner state and the outcomes in the classroom. From navigating challenging classroom dynamics to fostering a positive learning environment, you will learn strategies that sustain your well-being while enhancing the educational journey of your students. With a continuous infusion of fresh ideas, invaluable tools and evidence-based practices, this course demonstrates that by prioritizing self-care, you amplify your capacity to make a lasting difference in the lives of your students and unlock the full potential to inspire and guide students effectively.

Required Text:Teach from Your Best Self: A Teacher's Guide to Thriving in the Classroom, ISBN#978-10324-1687-8
Books can be purchased at your favorite bookstore.

Be mindful that New York State requires ALL students enrolled in a SUNY school to show proof of their MMR Immunization and Meningitis Vaccination when they have enrolled in a total of six or more credits that involve face-to-face instruction with an individual institution. (Online course work does not apply)

The form is also available online https://www.esc.edu/media/shared-assets/forms/F-314B-Immunization-Form.pdf