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Tomorrow’s Technology in Today’s Classroom

- 3 Credits - 

Instructor:

David A. Beyers Ed.M.

Accredited By:

- Colorado State University Pueblo

Grade Type:

University Transcript: Pass/Fail Grade

Course Description

In this workshop participants will gain an understanding of several current technological resources (wiki's, blogs, Moodle, surveys) that are available for free use, as well as, understand the advantages of implementing such resources.

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$425

3 Semester Graduate Credits

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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.

Credit Hours

3 Semester Credits (post-baccalaureate professional development credit)

Course Instructor

David A. Beyers Ed.M.

Accredited By:

- Colorado State University Pueblo

Grade Type

University Transcript: Pass/Fail Grade

Tomorrow's Technology in Today's Classroom

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I would like to personally thank the individual or group who decided to offer courses that were very ideally fitting for educators. I am more excited about these courses than any professional development I have taken in over ten years. Thank you for thinking outside the box and offering courses that sound so fascinating and meaningful.” – Tina B. , Maryland
Thank you very much, I appreciate your help in getting this to me for timely processing with my district.” – Christine G. , Indiana
Thank you for your willingness to e-mail me promptly regarding my questions. I really, really appreciate the format that TLC provided me. I will definitely continue to share my positive experience with fellow staff and hopefully you will see continued fruit from that. I will definitely use TLC again.” – Darin K. , Oregon
My superintendant forwarded an email about TLC to me” – J. Churchill. Danvers, MA
I heard about this program through a friend. The courses were approved by the Virginia Board of Education” – M. Barry. Fairfax, VA
Thanks for the feedback on Part B of the coursework. I used it as part of a World Geography course, and it was a success, so I will make it a regular part of curriculum!…” – Carolyn P. Boulder, CO – Understanding Hispanic Students and Issues

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Essentials of World Languages

- 1 Credit - 

1 Semester Credit

(post-baccalaureate
PD credits for re-certification and
pay-lane increases)

  • accredited nationwide
  • start any time
  • up to 5 months to complete
  • independent study
  • all course materials included with course tuition
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Course Description

This course explores the new directions schools and districts are taking in designing and implementing flexible world languages programs. It creates a new framework for the value of language learning and for designing world language curriculums that use assessment targets. It discusses issues of instructional environments along with the roles of teachers and curriculum with performance based approaches. Setting various realistic expectations for student's second-language proficiency are also presented. Educators will also research various issues regarding world language instruction as well as develop lessons for classroom implementation.

Teacher feedback about this course

$225

1 Semester Graduate Credit

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Essentials of World Languages, Grades K-12

- 1 Graduate Credit -

Course Objectives

  1. Teachers will examine the shift to performance-based model of language instruction programs and the challenges associated with new instructional activities, projects and academic assessments.
  2. Students will learn about setting more realistic expectations for attaining student's second-language proficiency using a variety of instructional approaches.
  3. Educators will be presented with new ways to arrange the instructional environment in languages classes as well as creating a new framework for the value of language learning in an increasing global social culture.
  4. Teachers learn about designing curriculum and corresponding assessments. They will review current research in the field of world languages and design new lessons and classroom strategies.
  5. Educators will review the new techniques and concepts that are being developed by teachers nationwide for possible implementation into their instruction.

Credit Hours

1 Semester Credit (post-baccalaureate professional development credit)

Course Instructor

Joseph C’de Baca MaEd.

Grade Type

University Transcript: Click Here For Details

Essentials of World Languages, Grades K-12

What Others Are Saying About This Course

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TLC Testimonials

I would like to personally thank the individual or group who decided to offer courses that were very ideally fitting for educators. I am more excited about these courses than any professional development I have taken in over ten years. Thank you for thinking outside the box and offering courses that sound so fascinating and meaningful.” – Tina B. , Maryland
Thank you very much, I appreciate your help in getting this to me for timely processing with my district.” – Christine G. , Indiana
Thank you for your willingness to e-mail me promptly regarding my questions. I really, really appreciate the format that TLC provided me. I will definitely continue to share my positive experience with fellow staff and hopefully you will see continued fruit from that. I will definitely use TLC again.” – Darin K. , Oregon
My superintendant forwarded an email about TLC to me” – J. Churchill. Danvers, MA
I heard about this program through a friend. The courses were approved by the Virginia Board of Education” – M. Barry. Fairfax, VA
Thanks for the feedback on Part B of the coursework. I used it as part of a World Geography course, and it was a success, so I will make it a regular part of curriculum!…” – Carolyn P. Boulder, CO – Understanding Hispanic Students and Issues

$225

(1 Semester Graduate Credit)

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Curriculum Mapping

- 1 Credit - 

1 Semester Credit

(post-baccalaureate
PD credits for re-certification and
pay-lane increases)

  • accredited nationwide
  • start any time
  • up to 5 months to complete
  • independent study
  • all course materials included with course tuition
  • view FAQ

Course Description

This course will study the concepts of curriculum mapping and offers educators concrete advice on how to get the most out of curriculum mapping in classrooms, schools and districts. Teachers new to the concept of curriculum mapping will find this book course a helpful resource to understanding the mapping process and apply it to their curriculum planning and implementation situations. Educators will write chapter reviews and develop curriculum mapping practices for classroom applications that help them plan and strategize their long and short term curriculum delivery.

Teacher feedback about this course

$225

1 Semester Graduate Credit




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Getting Results with Curriculum Mapping

- 1 Graduate Credit -



Course Objectives

  1. Teachers will have a working knowledge of the concepts and theories of curriculum mapping for developing school and district curriculum.
  2. Educators taking this course will learn how to use curriculum mapping to learn how to build a learning community and develop curriculum consistency and flexibility.
  3. Students will examine long range mapping for the district and analysis and assessment of data for achievement of school and district goals.
  4. Educators will apply mapping to alternative education settings and benchmark objectives to align curriculum with state standards.
  5. Teachers will be able to use curriculum mapping as a hub to integrate new forms of data decision-making structures and school year instructional planning.

Credit Hours

1 Semester Credit (post-baccalaureate professional development credit)

Course Instructor

Joseph C’de Baca MaEd.

Grade Type

University Transcript: Click Here For Details

Getting Results with Curriculum Mapping

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TCL Testimonials

I would like to personally thank the individual or group who decided to offer courses that were very ideally fitting for educators. I am more excited about these courses than any professional development I have taken in over ten years. Thank you for thinking outside the box and offering courses that sound so fascinating and meaningful.”
– Tina B. , Maryland
Thank you very much, I appreciate your help in getting this to me for timely processing with my district.”
– Christine G. , Indiana
Thank you for your willingness to e-mail me promptly regarding my questions. I really, really appreciate the format that TLC provided me. I will definitely continue to share my positive experience with fellow staff and hopefully you will see continued fruit from that. I will definitely use TLC again.” – Darin K. , Oregon
My superintendant forwarded an email about TLC to me”
– J. Churchill. Danvers, MA
I heard about this program through a friend. The courses were approved by the Virginia Board of Education”
– M. Barry. Fairfax, VA
Thanks for the feedback on Part B of the coursework. I used it as part of a World Geography course, and it was a success, so I will make it a regular part of curriculum!…”
– Carolyn P. Boulder, CO – Understanding Hispanic Students and Issues


$225

(1 Semester Graduate Credit)




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Fifty Strategies for English Language Learners

- 3 Credits - 

3 Semester Credits

(post-baccalaureate
PD credits for re-certification and
pay-lane increases)

  • accredited nationwide
  • start any time
  • up to 5 months to complete
  • independent study
  • all course materials included with course tuition
  • view FAQ

Course Description

This course will present 50 research-based ELL strategies that help teachers convey content material while simultaneously giving their students English-language skills. Step-by-step instructions and concrete examples will help teachers quickly and easily use the strategies in any K-12 classroom and subject area. New strategies and suggestions for assessments are also incorporated throughout the book. Educators will view the enclosed book DVD to apply researched-based instructional strategies and concepts for increasing English proficiency for students in school settings.

Teacher feedback about this course

$425

3 Semester Graduate Credits




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English Language Learners: 50 Strategies

- 3 Graduate Credits -



Course Objectives

  1. Educators will learn about enhancing instruction through planning and visual scaffolding for language support and connecting communication to the real world.
  2. Participants will learn how to create language-focused lessons, including read aloud techniques, to support ELL vocabulary building.
  3. Educators will be exposed to academic language scaffolding and creating frameworks for language acquisition in skill level groupings while supporting individualized instructional needs.
  4. Participants will be presented with dictoglos, GIST, and syntax surgery concepts for manipulating English grammar to comprehend a variety of language forms.
  5. Educators will view the DVD 50 Instructional Strategies provided in the back of the book and complete activities to improve teaching techniques for ELL classrooms.

Credit Hours

3 Semester Credits (post-baccalaureate professional development credit)

Course Instructor

Joseph C’de Baca MaEd.

Grade Type

University Transcript: Click Here For Details

English Language Learners: 50 Strategies

What Others Are Saying About This Course

Megan S. – OR –

“Thank you very much! As discussed, I modified my final essay to be more of a working document for the preparation to guide our newly formed bullying awareness and prevention group in our county. My research outside of the book has really helped to supplement ideas for implementation, as well. I hope you enjoy my work! I have to renew my license by June, so I just wanted to be sure I got this in to you right away!”                                    

TLC Testimonials

I would like to personally thank the individual or group who decided to offer courses that were very ideally fitting for educators. I am more excited about these courses than any professional development I have taken in over ten years. Thank you for thinking outside the box and offering courses that sound so fascinating and meaningful.”
– Tina B. , Maryland
Thank you very much, I appreciate your help in getting this to me for timely processing with my district.”
– Christine G. , Indiana
Thank you for your willingness to e-mail me promptly regarding my questions. I really, really appreciate the format that TLC provided me. I will definitely continue to share my positive experience with fellow staff and hopefully you will see continued fruit from that. I will definitely use TLC again.” – Darin K. , Oregon
My superintendant forwarded an email about TLC to me”
– J. Churchill. Danvers, MA
I heard about this program through a friend. The courses were approved by the Virginia Board of Education”
– M. Barry. Fairfax, VA
Thanks for the feedback on Part B of the coursework. I used it as part of a World Geography course, and it was a success, so I will make it a regular part of curriculum!…”
– Carolyn P. Boulder, CO – Understanding Hispanic Students and Issues


$425

(3 Semester Graduate Credits)




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