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  • Movement to Teach

    Course Description: This online course is an exploration into the field of teaching and how one can pursue a career in this area. The topics range from teaching methodology, educational technology, and learning theory to evaluation criteria, professional development, and career opportunities. During the course, you will be equipped with the skills necessary to improve your teaching practice and explore new opportunities in the profession. Through interactive lectures, discussions, case studies, and assignments you will develop innovative pedagogical approaches that can be applied in any classroom context. Course Objectives:
    • Understand teaching methodology & evaluate its impact on learning
    • Examine various educational technologies for instruction & engagement
    • Analyze learning theories as they relate to instruction design & delivery
    • Develop methods for evaluating student performance
    • Explore professional development options in teaching
    • Recognize characteristics of effective classrooms
    • Utilize strategies for working with different types of learners
    • Investigate strategies for creating instructional objectives & assessments
    • Discuss emerging trends in the field of education including online tools & distance learning frameworks
    • Investigate current job opportunities in education & create a career path
  • Nature and Needs of Middle-Grade Learners

    Course Description: This online course provides an introduction to the nature and needs of middle-grade learners. It covers key concepts, such as cognitive, social, physical, and emotional development. You will learn about different techniques used in understanding how middle-grade students think, act and learn as well as how to apply a deeper understanding of the unique characteristics associated with this age group. You will also gain an understanding of the various contexts that influence their growth and learning potential. Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, and assignments you will develop your knowledge of the needs of middle-grade students while learning practical skills such as recognizing early warning signs regarding student behavior and motivation, implementing instructional strategies for diverse groups of students, fostering a positive classroom culture & climate for learning, responding supportively when facing challenging situations with students and examining external factors that shape academic performance. This course is ideal for those who are new to teaching middle-grade learners or are interested in pursuing a path involving more advanced topics in the subject. Course Objectives:
    • Analyze cognitive, social & physical development
    • Examine emotional growth
    • Recognize early warning signs & intervene appropriately
    • Implement instructional strategies for diverse student groups
    • Foster positive classroom culture
    • Address challenging situations with students
    • Utilize effective communication
    • Identify external influences on academic performance
    • Assess student learning & progress
    • Leverage technology to facilitate learning
  • Observation and Assessment Course Description: This course will provide an introduction to observation and assessment in early childhood education. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the importance of observation and assessment, including how to observe children, gather objective documentation data, plan for children's development and learning, use observational assessments, and understand the power of observations. Course Objectives:
    • Understand the importance of observation and assessment in early childhood education
    • Learn how to observe children effectively
    • Gather objective documentation data to be accountable for actions taken
    • Develop plans that support a child's development and learning
    • Use observational assessments to evaluate the performance
    • Recognize the power of observations in understanding a child's needs and interests
    • Become familiar with formal and informal observation methods
    • Utilize observations to assess and enhance learning and development in children
    • Gain an understanding of the skills necessary for conducting good observations
    • Learn how historically teachers have used observations as part of their practice
  • Organization and Governance in Higher Education 
    Course Description:    This course provides an analysis of governance and policy-making affecting the control of colleges and universities. Attention is given to policy generation, governing board supervision, and the impact of institutional, professional, and regional groups as well as community, state, and federal pressures.  
  • Organizational Leadership in Education Course Description: This online course provides an introduction to organizational leadership in education. It covers the basics of leading within educational institutions, including the development and implementation of initiatives, managing stakeholders, improvement programs, and asset utilization. You will learn about different techniques used in cultivating an effective working environment as well as how to develop an understanding of the school system. You will also gain an understanding of how to ensure teams are driven and focused on common goals while maintaining ethical standards. Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, videos, and assignments you will develop your knowledge of organizational principles while learning practical skills such as leading initiatives, creating structures that foster collaboration between different departments, setting performance expectations, and connecting with stakeholders. This course is ideal for those who are looking to enhance their skills in educational decision-making or are interested in pursuing a career involving organizational leadership within the field of education. Course Objectives:
    • Understand basic principles of organizational leadership
    • Lead educational initiatives
    • Utilize resources responsibly
    • Develop strategies for improvement
    • Analyze data from assessments
    • Evaluate programs for success
    • Comprehend methods for stakeholder engagement
    • Master project task management
    • Create collaborative environments
    • Identify areas needing improvement
  • Orientation to Teaching Course Description: This online course provides an introduction to the foundations of teaching, including principles of pedagogy and instructional design. It covers basic concepts, such as theories of learning, curriculum development, student motivation, and assessment. You will learn about different techniques used in planning lessons and activities as well as how to develop a deeper understanding of best practices for teaching. You will also gain an understanding of how to apply your knowledge of educational psychology to other areas such as classroom management and technology-based instruction. Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, and assignments you will develop your knowledge of effective teaching practices while learning practical skills such as designing lesson plans, developing assessments, creating rubrics for evaluating student work, and delivering effective verbal instruction. This course is ideal for those who are new to teaching or are interested in pursuing a path involving more advanced topics in the subject. Course Objectives:
    • Understand key principles of instructional design
    • Design effective lesson plans
    • Develop assessments
    • Create rubrics for evaluation
    • Motivate students
    • Analyze existing curricula
    • Promote critical thinking
    • Deliver effective verbal instruction
    • Utilize technology-based education
    • Apply educational psychology to various disciplines
  • Administration of School Personnel
    Course Description:    This course provides an overview of the myriad of duties and responsibilities of the office of human resources. Through individual assignments and small/large group experiences, candidates gain the knowledge, skills, and attributes involved in leading both professional and non-professional staff. Specific case studies are presented, guest speakers are invited to present, and specific theories and philosophies are studied. Matters having to do with leadership and organization of school personnel will be addressed. Exploration of topics such as recruitment and selection; induction; professional development; supervision and evaluation; discipline and dismissal; the work environment; compensation and benefits; administering employee contracts; and legal issues in personnel management will be included. 
    Learning Objectives: 
    • Explore the evolution of education administration and its future as an academic discipline and a profession 
    • Differentiate among the various functions that public managers perform 
    • Examine the political, socio-economic, cultural, and diversity issues involved in major debates of education administration 
    • Explain the roles of education administrators as public managers and policymakers
    • Explain the interaction of administrative and political processes in education administration 
    • Examine the importance of ethical standards and behavior of education managers 
  • Perspectives of Early Childhood Education Course Description: This online course provides an introduction to the study of early childhood education. It covers key concepts, such as family dynamics, cultural differences, and teaching strategies. You will learn about different approaches used in early childhood education as well as how to apply a deeper understanding of educational theories & practices. You will also gain an understanding of how families & cultures influence children's learning and development. Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, and assignments you will develop your knowledge of perspectives in early childhood education while learning practical skills such as understanding home-based curriculums, recognizing different learning styles & needs among children, utilizing effective discipline techniques & materials in the classroom environment, assessing individual student progress and exploring global influences on culture and parenting. This course is ideal for those who are new to working with young children or are interested in pursuing a path involving more advanced topics in the subject. Course Objectives:
    • Analyze child guidance techniques
    • Recognize different learning styles
    • Utilize effective discipline techniques
    • Assess individual progress
    • Explore culture & family influences
    • Incorporate materials for classroom use
    • Understand home-based curriculums
    • Facilitate meaningful interactions
    • Discuss environmental influences
    • Analyze global influences on parenting
  • Philosophy of Higher Education 

    Course Description:   This course will examine the history and development of higher education including the study of the philosophy, objectives, and functions of various types of institutions.  
    Prerequisite: Graduate Program in Education  
    Learning Objectives: 
    • Understand why Higher Education was developed 
    • Show an increased knowledge of higher education history and philosophical changes 
    • Analyze higher education institutions and how historical events have shaped the institution
  • Phonics

    Course Description: This online course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of phonics, including basic rules and strategies for reading and writing. It covers key concepts, such as word structure, decoding skills and pronunciation. You will learn about different techniques used in learning how to pronounce new words as well as how to apply a deeper understanding of English language phonetics to areas such as spelling, grammar, and fluency. You will also gain an understanding of how to apply your knowledge on phonics-based instruction to other academic subjects. Through interactive lectures, readings, discussions, videos, and assignments you will develop your knowledge of phonics while learning practical skills such as identifying sound-letter correspondences, analyzing syllable patterns in words, and applying appropriate instructional strategies. This course is ideal for those who are new to teaching phonics or are interested in pursuing a path involving more advanced topics in the subject. Course Objectives:
    • Recognize sound-letter relationships
    • Apply letter combinations
    • Analyze vowel sounds
    • Identify syllable types
    • Explain English orthographic conventions
    • Develop decoding skills
    • Utilize effective instruction strategies
    • Identify commonly confused letters
    • Interpret inflectional endings
    • Construct multi-syllabic words

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