Category Archives for Classroom Environment

Smartphones in the Classroom: Strategies for Effective Implementation

- 3 Graduate Credits -

Course Objectives

From this course, participants will:

1. Examine the advantages and disadvantages of smart phone use in the classroom.
2. Construct an effective smart phone use policy.
3. Assess the educational value of various smart phone applications.
4. Create a lesson plan that effectively implements the use of student smart phone use.

iPad's in the Classroom

- 3 Graduate Credits -

Course Objectives

From this course, participants will:

1. Review the basic operations of an iPad.
2. Increase professional efficiency.
3. Design ways to assess student-learning.
4. Develop lessons that will be supplemented with use of the tablet.
5. Discuss research findings and application.
6. Participate in the development of ongoing resources available to the teacher and students.

Tomorrow's Technology in Today's Classroom

- 3 Graduate Credits -

Course Objectives

From this course, participants will:

1. Review the variety and ever-growing availability of technological resources.
2. Design and utilize a wiki program.
3. Utilize and customize virtual communication mediums.
4. Discuss with the instructor and classmates varying platforms for student implementation of technological resources.
5. Produce and implement a virtual survey.
6. Create an online classroom using one of the recommended ecourse sites.

1-2-3 Wellness

- 3 Graduate Credits -

Course Objectives

From this course, participants will:

1. Learn how to cultivate your OWN self-care
2. Learn how to empower STUDENTS to take responsibility for their emotions and self-care
3. Receive a powerful wellness library filled with dozens of powerful self-care tools 
4. Watch 21 videos for a total of 21 fun, practical self-care challenges 
5. Learn how to bring Social & Emotional Learning (SEL) and mindfulness to life in your classroom
6. Learn practical tools for working with thoughts and emotions to promote healthy habits
7. Receive an e-workbook filled with practical tools to use every day
8. Complete assignments that are simple, fun and practical 
9. Earn 3 graduate credits while investing in yourself and your students

Teach Like a Champion

- 3 Graduate Credits -

Course Objectives

1. Educators will learn various techniques that put students on a path to college by setting high expectations and standards that will ensure academic excellence.
2. Teachers are presented with developing and structuring lessons that engage students and create a well behaved classroom culture that builds trust and character.
3. Educators will view and write about the books DVD video contents that demonstrate 25 actual techniques that can be implemented in the classroom.
4. Teachers are presented with 50 techniques such as pacing, creating rhythm, critical thinking and numerous literacy skills that must be mastered for college success.
5. Teachers will develop writings, lessons and activities that demonstrate the books concepts and techniques so they can then apply to schools and classrooms.

Teach Like a Champion Review
By Mr. Allen , 7+ years in the classroom (major metropolitan area inner city district)

Empowered Behavior- Trauma-Informed Practices

- 3 Graduate Credits -

Course Objectives

From this course, participants will:

1. Deepen understanding of socioemotional and cognitive (thoughts) factors which
   contribute to student behavior
2. Learn practical tools related to mindfulness which can be embedded into daily work
3. Learn practical tools related to trauma-informed practices
4. Develop practical tools related to proactive behavior management
5. Develop proactive tools related to responding (not reacting) to behavioral issues
6. Learn a practical tool related to restorative practices
7. Develop strategies for your own (and your students’) wellness and socio-emotional success
8. Learn tools which are a part of a system of support designed to empower student responsibility for their behavioral (and emotional) success

Empowered Teaching And Learning

- 3 Graduate Credits -

Course Objectives

From this course, participants will:

1. Deepen understanding of internal resources which inspire/motivate students and educators
2. Learn practical tools related to purpose and strengths-based education which can be embedded into daily work
3. Learn about the distinctions between deficit and strengths based approaches
4. Develop practical tools related to setting goals based on tools of motivation
5. Develop proactive tools for making growth mindset a part of your daily practices/lessons
6. Learn practical tools related to verbal and non-verbal communication
7. Develop strategies for engaging successfully in difficult conversations
8. Learn tools related to cultural responsiveness
9. Clarify your own purpose (your WHY) and learn strategies for embedding your purpose and strengths into your daily success

Winning Strategies for Classroom Management

- 1 Graduate Credit -

Course Objectives

1. Educators will examine how discipline relates to standards and how school changes such as multi-age classes, looping and blocking increase the need for better management.
2. Teachers will learn how changing schools, diversity and inclusion require better class management skills for today's classroom. State or district standards are also reviewed.
3. Educators will look at similarities between skills employers demand and the self-management skills taught in an effectively managed classrooms.
4. Students will examine numerous figures and charts that provide strategies for addressing behaviors in classroom and school settings.
5. Teachers will learn to integrate self-management, learning to learn as well as how to proactively prevent misbehavior in classrooms and school settings.

Bullying and Harassment: A Legal Guide for Educators

- 1 Graduate Credit -

Course Objectives

1. Educators will learn about the legal background associated with school bullying or harassment and their responsibility and authority to address these issues.
2. Teachers will explore other areas of concern, such as sexual or gender-based bullying and other forms that may considered as student harassment in schools.
3. Participants will evaluate how their school and district policies address these problems and what procedures they should and must follow in the reporting process.
4. Participants will examine student threats and violence in schools, and analyze ways to address those issues. They will also look at harassment by adult staff personnel in schools.
5. Educators will learn about the new internet forms of bullying, harassment, and threats that have developed with the use of "Face Book" and other internet forums.