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Gaming in the Classroom

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This comprehensive course is designed for teachers who want to level up their instructional methods to motivate and engage students effectively through game-based learning. Educators will be introduced to a variety of game-based learning platforms such as Blooket, Gimkit, Kahoot, and more, that can be customized to meet their specific learning objectives. Designed for teachers … Continued

YouTube for Teachers

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YouTube for Teachers is designed for teachers of all grade levels who want to learn more about different YouTube channels to utilize with students, as professional development tools, tips, tricks, and more. We will explore six different YouTube channels and all they have to offer. We will discuss ways to utilize them in the classroom … Continued

Creating a Winning Game Plan to Reduce Student Behaviors

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Move beyond compliance and usher in a new era of student engagement with this inspiring course! Educators will have the opportunity to explore and implement strategies designed to enhance student motivation and enthusiasm in the classroom. By engaging in personalized reflections and receiving expert guidance, you will master the art of purposeful lesson planning that … Continued

A Team Approach to Writing IEPs

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Discover the power of a team approach to special education. For all educators and support staff, this course provides a step-by-step approach to collaborate effectively with all stakeholders to ensure student success. Learn how to build a strong IEP team, prioritize tasks, and use strategies that simplify the IEP writing process. When every member of … Continued

Reach All Learners with Universal Design for Learning (UDL)

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This course is designed for educators who aim to create a student-centered, inclusive, and accessible classroom that meets the diverse needs of all learners. UDL (Universal Design for Learning) is a research-based, educational framework, rooted in three key principles: providing multiple means of representation, multiple means of engagement, and multiple means of expression. The implementation … Continued

7 Mighty Moves to put the Science of Reading into Practice

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LETRS training equips K-5 teachers with valuable language and phonics knowledge. How do you translate the science of reading research into actionable practice in your classroom? This course will explore 7 Mighty Moves that educators can take to shift their foundational literacy practice. Moving from a sight focus to a multisensory sound approach, teachers can … Continued

Creating with Canva: Tools to Get Started as a Canva Teacher

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Canva has become a popular tool to use in the classroom, but most students (and teachers) are not utilizing it to its full potential. In the course you’ll learn teaching ideas, how to use templates, watch video tutorials, and have access to many teaching resources to share immediately with students. Canva is a valuable tool … Continued

Working with Students on the Autism Spectrum

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This course is designed for educators to learn more about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD.) Autism is the fastest growing serious development disability. In the United States, 1 in 68 children is diagnosed with ASD. Learn about characteristics and signs of Autism in childhood, as well as techniques and interventions to help in working with children … Continued

Digital Photography for Teachers

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Educators will learn how to improve on their digital photography skills, using either their phone camera or a basic digital camera. Snapping pictures of classroom activities or having students take photos can focus the lens on learning and integrate technology in an easy way. Teachers will learn basic skills to familiarize themselves with their camera … Continued

The Reason We Teach: Relationships!

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This is the bottom line for most teachers. Why do we continue to teach? What got us here in the first place? Chances are it is the relationships with students. Perhaps even more important than curriculum content, the opportunity that educators have to influence young lives is critical, especially in the world we live in … Continued

Cultivating an LGBTQ+ Inclusive Classroom

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Join us for a comprehensive exploration of LGBTQ+ inclusivity in PK-12 classrooms. This course will share valuable insights and strategies for fostering a more inclusive educational environment for both students and educators. Participants will delve into LGBTQ+ issues within the education system and develop actionable strategies to create safe and supportive spaces for LGBTQ+ students. … Continued

What’s New in Young Adult Literature

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Come discover what is new in middle grades and young adult literature. We will explore a different genre or two each week, as well as a different topic surrounding youth reading. During the course students will need to read and reflect on the week’s article, add to their reading list from that week’s genre(s), and … Continued