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Intro to UDL: Universal Design for Learning

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework that makes instruction appealing to and usable by as many learners as possible. This course serves as an introduction to UDL. First, you will learn what UDL is and how it can benefit learners. From there, you will explore the three principles of UDL and discover how…

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Understanding Unconscious Bias for Educators – MV DeliverED

Consider how unconscious bias impacts learning and instructional practices and embrace strategies to foster a classroom where all students belong. Here’s a sneak peek of what you can expect: Book: Start Here, Start Now Online Course: Understanding Unconscious Bias for Educators: Discover how unconscious bias impacts educational spaces, and identify strategies to mitigate the impact…

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Ted Lasso TV Series Study – MV DeliverED

Infuse joy into your practices through reflective practices and by watching award-winning television. Here’s a sneak peek of what you can expect: Book: Teach Happier This School Year Online Course: Ted Lasso TV Series: This TV series study includes thought-provoking reflections and discussions connecting Lasso to effective practices in the classroom. Surprise Treats: Because, who…

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AI & the Classroom: Strategies for Keeping the Focus on Learning – MV DeliverED

Equip yourself with knowledge and skills to think critically about AI and its use in your classroom. Here’s a sneak peek of what you can expect: Book: Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI Online Course: AI & the Classroom: Strategies to Keep the Focus on Learning – Explore how to help students prioritize skill-building and…

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Student-Led Classroom Management

This course teaches you classroom management through a student-led approach by addressing the designing of expectations and natural consequences in your classroom. You will also learn how to track behaviors, hold students accountable, and communicate behavioral issues and progress to families and campus specialists. An external course provider, ed2go (Cengage), offers this course. Please take…

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Designing a Quality Sub Folder

This teacher professional development course has been designed to provide you with the necessary tools and strategies to create a well-rounded substitute teacher folder. In the event of your absence, the substitute folder you create will serve as a seamless transition for your students so that learning is uninterrupted and your substitute teacher can successfully…

Free

Transforming Traditional Lessons to Online Learning

This course will assist you in a plan for transitioning traditional teaching to an online format, whether for a few lessons in a blended learning approach of within a complete shift to virtual instruction. The course will cover lessons and assessment adaptations, differentiation, and administrative streamlining by introducing the SAMR model for effective technology integration….

Free

Strategies and Tools for Co-Teaching

In partnership with Model Teaching, an industry leader in supporting educators, this course equips you with the knowledge to select and apply co-teaching models effectively in your classroom. Model Teaching’s Mission is to improve student performance by directly supporting teachers with quality content and resources. The course will cover the six instructional models of co-teaching…

Free

AI & the Classroom: Strategies to Keep the Focus on Learning

Generative AI is here, and if you’re like other educators, you might be concerned about skill loss, cheating, and violations of academic integrity. How can you help students stay focused on learning in your classroom? This course offers several simple, straightforward strategies for dealing with the generative AI-shaped elephant in the room. The best part?…

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Classroom Management Processes

Creating predictable and consistent systems in your classroom helps to reinforce class expectations and fosters a more positive classroom culture, resulting in more student learning. In partnership with Model Teaching, an industry leader in supporting educators, this course provides specific strategies over six different processes that can be implemented and established in your classroom as…

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Making the Most of Your Limited Planning Time

In partnership with Model Teaching, an industry leader in supporting educators, this course will review with you the varied responsibilities you have as a teacher and provide strategies for improving efficiency to tackle those tasks during your planning time. Model Teaching’s Mission is to improve student performance by directly supporting teachers with quality content and…

Free

Maintaining Appropriate Teacher-Student Boundaries

In partnership with Model Teaching, an industry leader in supporting educators, this course emphasizes the significance of upholding professional boundaries with your students. Model Teaching’s Mission is to improve student performance by directly supporting teachers with quality content and resources. You will learn about four different types of boundaries and plan for specific ways that…

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Planning for Differentiation in Every Classroom

In partnership with Model Teaching, an industry leader in supporting educators, this course will provide you with a step-by-step plan of how to differentiate instruction in your classroom, covering the analysis of content standards, differentiation strategies, and methods for assessing and documenting student progress. Model Teaching’s Mission is to improve student performance by directly supporting…

Free

MV Skills Sprint: Screenshots and Screencasts

In the modern classroom, screenshots and screencasts have become invaluable tools for educators striving to convey complex information effectively. These tools enable teachers to share visual and auditory content through images and video recordings, facilitating clear and swift communication of intricate concepts. In this course, you will explore the practice of creating and using screenshots…

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MV Skills Sprint: Social Presence

In this course, you will explore the critical role of social presence in effective teaching, both in fully online courses and blended classes that incorporate digital technologies. You will learn about the strategies and techniques instructors can use to establish a strong social presence and foster a sense of community, engagement, and connection among students….

Free

MV Skills Sprint: Communicating with Parents

In this course, you will explore strategies for effectively communicating and collaborating with parents to support student success. Teachers will come away with practical techniques for building these vital home-school connections and fostering productive partnerships with parents. In this course, you will: Analyze parent communication strategies and the benefits and/or barriers they would bring to…

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MV Skills Sprint: AI and Academic Integrity

In this course, you will explore the complex relationship between AI and academic integrity, examining how AI is being used in academic settings and considering the ethical considerations and policies surrounding its use. Additionally, you will gain a deeper understanding of the opportunities and challenges presented by AI in the academic context, and be better…

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MV Skills Sprint: Preparing Students for Online and Hybrid Learning

In this course, you will explore best practices to effectively prepare students for success in online and hybrid learning environments. The content of this course equips educators with the knowledge and skills to cultivate self-directed learning habits and empower students to be active, autonomous learners. In this course, you will: Analyze student needs for success…

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MV Skills Sprint: FERPA and COPPA

In this course, you will explore the key legal frameworks and compliance requirements surrounding student data privacy and protection. Participants will be introduced to FERPA, which governs the handling and disclosure of students’ personally identifiable information in educational settings, as well as COPPA, which regulates the online collection and use of personal data from children…

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MV Skills Sprint: Teaching Students Netiquette

In this course, you will explore strategies to effectively teach students the principles of netiquette, or the appropriate and ethical behavior when communicating and interacting online. By the end of the course, educators will be prepared to cultivate a culture of digital civility and responsible technology use within their classrooms and school communities. In this…

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MV Skills Sprint: Learning Management and Student Information Systems

Schools, whether online or traditional brick-and-mortar institutions, leverage Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Student Information Systems (SIS) to enhance educational delivery, streamline administrative processes, and improve communication among stakeholders. This professional learning course provides a comprehensive exploration of these systems, covering their core components, popular platforms, integrative capabilities, and strategies for effective implementation and user…

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MV Skills Sprint: Intro to Accessibility

In this course, you will explore the critical importance of ensuring that digital content used in education is accessible to all students. You will learn about the key principles of digital accessibility, covering practical tips and best practices for making images, videos, and written course materials inclusive and engaging for learners with diverse abilities and…

Free

MV Skills Sprint: Synchronous and Asynchronous Learning

Tackling both synchronous and asynchronous learning methods is common for many teachers today. In this course, you will explore synchronous and asynchronous learning methods, including their key characteristics, benefits, and challenges. Additionally, you will learn practical strategies for leveraging these methods to create engaging and effective educational experiences that support the diverse needs of your…

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5D/D+(Lite): Classroom Environment & Culture

How can we create classroom cultures that support and nurture highly motivated learners? It is generally acknowledged that motivation plays a critical role in learning as does creating the conditions for learning to take place. Creating an environment of vulnerability and trust coupled with strategic teaching often makes the difference between learning that is superficial…

Free

5D/D+(Lite): Student Engagement

How can we create classroom cultures that support engagement, ownership, and agency? It is generally acknowledged that engagement plays a critical role in learning as does creating the conditions for learning to take place. Creating an environment focused on the unique learners often makes the difference between students who learn and student who learn to…

Free

Understanding Unconscious Bias for Educators

Courses marked as free are created for use by Michigan educators. In this course, you will begin an exploration of how unconscious bias impacts our learning environments and instructional practices. You will also have the opportunity to explore strategies to mitigate the impact of unconscious bias on learners. This course is designed to be self-paced…

Free

Blended Classroom Design

Blended classrooms allow teachers to bring together the best aspects of the face-to-face and digital worlds to offer students a greater degree of control over their learning. In this course, you will learn why educators choose blended learning, explore exciting and effective models, and then dive deeper into intentional strategies for engagement, student agency, organization,…

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Creating Check-Ins to Support Students – Skill Application

Structured check-ins provide opportunities for teachers to connect with students individually, assess their academic and emotional needs, and provide targeted support. In this course, you will learn how to design a structured check-in process for your classroom that supports student success and well-being. By implementing an intentional check-in process with students, you’ll be able to…

Free

Navigating the Framework: Personalized Pathways to Success

As an educator, empowering your students and enhancing your professional growth are paramount. Gain a deeper understanding of your school’s evaluation framework and access practical resources that will elevate your teaching practice. In this course, you will embark on a personalized learning journey, exploring key areas of the evaluation framework and equipping yourself with the…

Free

Modern Classrooms Project Essentials

Courses marked as free are created for use by Michigan educators. Tired of one-size-fits-all teaching and learning? The Modern Classrooms Project model ensures that every student gets the individualized support they need. It works for thousands of educators world-wide, and it can work for you! In this course, you will learn what the Modern Classrooms…

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Teacher+ (Lite): Classroom Environment & Culture

How might we create classroom cultures that support and nurture highly motivated learners? It is generally acknowledged that motivation plays a critical role in learning as does creating the conditions for learning to take place. Creating an environment of vulnerability and trust coupled with strategic teaching often makes the difference between superficial and shallow learning,…

Free

Teacher+ (Lite): Student Engagement & Ownership

How might we create classroom cultures that support engagement, ownership, and agency? It is generally acknowledged that engagement plays a critical role in learning, as does creating the conditions for learning to take place. Creating an environment focused on unique learners often makes the difference between students who learn and students who learn to comply….

Free

Family-School Partnerships for Students with Disabilities

Courses marked as free are created for use by Michigan educators. You will learn about the six key dimensions that involve parent involvement that will strengthen student success. You will be able to reflect and think of experiences you’ve encountered and how you managed that experience. You will engage in learning about relational and structural…

Free

Applied Behavior Analysis in Schools

Courses marked as free are created for use by Michigan educators. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is the science of human behavior change. With over 60 years of peer-reviewed research demonstrating its efficacy, the principles and practices of ABA can help educators improve their teaching, address behavioral challenges, and train and supervise others. This course provides…

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Survival Kit for New Teachers

If you feel a little trepidation entering your classroom as a new teacher, newly credentialed graduate, or someone who is transitioning into full-time teaching, you are not alone. This informational and interactive course will provide you with proven tools, tips, and tricks to make your early years in the classroom run smoothly. You will practice…

Free

Solving Classroom Discipline Problems II

In this professional development course, you’ll get the teacher training you need to deal effectively with serious discipline problems and help even the most challenging students make more responsible choices. You’ll learn how to use a new research-based six-step approach to solve severe and chronic discipline problems such as bullying, fighting, using abusive language, stealing,…

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Solving Classroom Discipline Problems

Managing behavior is a significant part of your job as a teacher and all teachers want to help their students succeed and become well-adjusted members of society. In this professional development course, you will gain a better understanding of what causes common behavioral problems in the classroom and the best ways to cope with them….

Free

Understanding Adolescents

As many changes occur to emotional, physical, and cognitive development, navigating the stages of adolescence can prove to be complicated for young individuals and those who care for them. This informative course will help you gain insight into the workings of the adolescent mind and how to be supportive in the important role you as…

Free

Build Trust Through Positive Interactions – Apply Your Skills

Trust is built upon a foundation of positive interactions. This skill-based course examines the significance of positive interactions in the classroom and their crucial role in establishing trust between students and teachers. Through practical applications, you’ll discover intentional ways to foster these interactions, reflecting on your current practices and exploring different strategies to achieve this…

Free

Social-Emotional Learning: Trauma-Informed Support

Courses marked as free are created for use by Michigan educators. In recent years, there has been an increase in understanding the influence that childhood traumatic experiences can have on students in their learning environments. This proactive course will show how social and emotional learning can offer students skills to help tackle those experiences. You…