Through the resources, research-validated strategies and suggestions presented in this course, teachers will be equipped to handle tight budgets, and be frugal in their classrooms by turning to alternative resources. Further, teachers will be provided practical tips that will allow them to adopt methods to make the most of what they already have, end up saving money and still have the needed supplies to provide a quality education.

Smart teachers struggle with classroom management. Skilled teachers elect to use strategies that create more problems than they solve. This course focuses on proven ideas that when used, work.

Educators will learn about the ways in which trauma impacts learning behaviors, and the strategies they can adopt to help students regulate their emotions, build resilience, and thrive both within and beyond the classroom. Packed with innumerable tips, strategies, and real-life examples for teachers who wish to master the art of trauma sensitive teaching, this course is an incredible resource for teachers everywhere.

Gain confidence in not only accommodating students with ADHD, but also other students who are energetic, hyperactive or have difficulty paying attention.

Students retain information faster, grasp concepts more rapidly, and become more enthusiastic about learning when videos are used in the classroom. This course encourages teachers to use of videos already available online and learn to record, edit, create, embed and share videos. The course presents guidelines and practical tips on choosing the right videos to align with learning objectives.

Virtual field trips are an effective alternative to traditional field trips because of accessibility, ease and interactivity. They are cost-effective, safe to use and break down geographical and learning barriers. Virtual field trips work well for all types of classrooms. In this course, teacher discover innumerable tips and resources, can plan, create and customize virtual trips to cater to their students’ needs. Take classroom learning beyond the confines of the classroom.

Understanding and using visual materials is an important life skill and advantageous for students. Visual tools make useful teaching aids in the classroom whether they are technology-rich or technology-free.

Reading and writing are crucial aspects of student learning and critical life skills. Teaching students to read and write can be layered and challenging, especially since individual learners require teachers to adapt a range of teaching methodologies and approaches.

Reading should be a meaningful activity that is focused on comprehension and that results in understanding. When students struggle with a specific subject matter the underlying reason is nearly also identified as under developed reading skills. The strategies in this course are imperative for all educators to help their students become proficient readers.

The implementation of standards across the curriculum provides a real-world approach to learning and teaching. It is increasingly essential for educators to develop students who not only are critical thinkers but innovators as well. This course helps teachers to build up such students.

Every student is unique and has different needs, learning levels and abilities. As teachers, it is certainly challenging to teach each and every student effectively. This online course presents reaching students with special needs as a real possibility. It prepares teachers to plan for IEPs (Individualized Education Plans), reveals the Universal Design of Learning framework, and shares Assistive Communication tools and technologies to help all students attain their maximum educational potential.

Designed to train and introduce new substitute teachers to a range of topics and skills generally required for teaching in the classroom. Topic area sections covered include overviews of the following: Professionalism: Conduct, confidentiality, and legal responsibilities. Honoring diversity: Basic terminology and appropriate actions. Foundational classroom management techniques: Ways to control a classroom and diffusing conflict. Basic instructional strategies: Effective questioning, assessment methods, and lesson plans. Supporting students with special needs: Basic terminology of disorders and characteristics and appropriate strategies. Working with at-risk youth: Learning traits, characteristics, and appropriate strategies.

Topics: Designing hybrid lesson plans, online and hybrid teaching strategies, shared rubrics, technology safety, online PLCs, multi-faceted assessments, and more.

School Administrators plan for flexible hybrid schooling, adaptable assessments, technology infrastructure, safety, collaborations, professional development, and more.

Topics: Online and hybrid teaching strategies, implementing asynchronous and synchronous lessons, recording a teaching video, student engagement, online assessments, and more.