Certifications
Teacher's Aide
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Price: $3,674.00
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The Instructional Paraprofessional Certification Program will prepare you to assist classroom teachers in instruction of mathematics, reading and writing. The required courses include topics in teaching mathematic, reading and writing, an overview of the job of Instructional Paraprofessional and an introduction to child development. The elective courses allow students to explore areas related to instruction including classroom management skills, teaching and learning theories and instructional methods. The Instructional Paraprofessional Certification Program will help prepare you to pass the Educational Testing Services ParaPro Exam or other skills assessment exams and to pass any observation-based certification programs required by your state..
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Certificates
Fundamentals of Instructional Design |
Price: $284.00
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Students will explore ways in which courses can be designed. Students will be introduced to the ADDIE design model and other design models that may work in other environments. Students will write instructional objectives and design a unit of instruction and assessments that support the instructional objects. Students will plan an evaluation of their instructional materials..
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GMAT Exam Prep |
Price: $147.00
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This course will provide you with test-taking techniques and methods for improving your score and saving time on the GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test). You will review the types of questions you will see on the test and learn how you can tackle concepts that may be new to you. You will review verbal lessons as well as quantitative lessons. You will review actual GMAT questions from previous years which are an excellent way to prepare for your own test..
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Grammar Essentials |
Price: $147.00
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In this course, we will learn how words work alone and together in predictable ways to express meaning. We will explore how subjects and verbs create clauses and join other structures to form sentences and how knowing the patterns of English can help writers avoid and correct common errors. We will learn how punctuation marks act as a written code to aid understanding and how paragraphs and essays present ideas and evidence on a larger scale and in a variety of ways through the process of composition. To reinforce these concepts, this course focuses less on “rules” and more on the skills and structures that successful writers use to communicate..
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Introduction to Writing |
Price: $147.00
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Do you have exciting stories, plots or characters dancing around in your head? Do you have a life experience or lesson to share, but don't know where to begin? This workshop is designed for those of you interested in entering the realm of creative writing for the first time. Our emphasis is on introducing you to the creative writing process. We'll explore topics such as setting up your writing environment, creating plots, building characters, writing dialog and editing..
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Learning Styles in the Classroom |
Price: $321.00
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This course equips you with the knowledge and skills to design personalized and effective educational experiences by understanding and applying various learning style theories. You will learn to identify individual preferences, create differentiated instruction, and integrate models such as Gregorc’s Mind Style, Dunn and Dunn’s stimuli dimensions, Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences, and Fleming’s VARK modalities. By the end of the course, you will be equipped to implement individualized learning plans, foster student engagement, and adapt teaching approaches to diverse classroom dynamics, preparing you to support academic success through innovative, learner-centered strategies..
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Multiple Intelligences in the Classroom |
Price: $321.00
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Every student in your class is intelligent. The trick is to finding out just how he or she is intelligent and tapping that to help your student to learn more easily and to allow him or her to add a new a dimension to your course. Howard Gardners's Multiple Intelligence Theory defines students as intelligent in one of eight areas. By teaching to a student's intelligences and by allowing them to express themselves using their preferred intelligences the entire classroom can be enriched. Students will explore the Multiple Intelligences theories and learn to design lesson plans that appeal to various intelligences..
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Teaching Math |
Price: $394.00
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Review the skills you will need to pass the Instructional Paraprofessional's exam as you explore ways creative ways to present math skills to students. We will learn ways to help students become excited about math. We will explore ways to present math skills to student at all grade levels. This course is applicable to teachers as well as instructional paraprofessionals..
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Teaching Reading |
Price: $394.00
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Review the skills you will need to pass the Instructional Paraprofessional's exam as you explore ways creative ways to present reading skills to students. We will learn ways to help students become excited about reading. We will explore ways to present reading skills to student at all grade levels and ways to improve the assessment of reading skills. This course is applicable to teachers as well as instructional paraprofessionals..
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Teaching Writing |
Price: $394.00
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Review the skills you will need to pass the Instructional Paraprofessional's exam as you explore ways creative ways to present writing skills to students. We will learn ways to help students become excited about writing. We will explore ways to present writing skills to student at all grade levels and ways to improve the assessment of writing skills. This course is applicable to teachers as well as instructional paraprofessionals..
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Understanding and Preventing Cyber Bullying |
Price: $147.00
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In this course, you will complete a comprehensive exploration of bullying and cyberbullying dynamics, equipping you with insights and strategies to address these sensitive situations effectively. Through interactive activities and case studies, you'll develop greater understanding of gateway behaviors, understanding their significance in early detection and intervention. You'll navigate the complexities of digital environments, analyze their impact on bullying dynamics and develop strategies for recognition and response. By differentiating between bullying and cyberbullying, you'll see their interrelated effects and learn to apply the "Nine-Second Response" strategy to diffuse incidents. Additionally, you'll examine the role of bystanders, peers, educators, and parents in mitigating bullying, fostering a culture of support and accountability. By the end of the course, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to navigate these challenges ethically, promoting a safe and inclusive environment for all. .
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Using Web Resources in the Classroom |
Price: $147.00
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In this course you'll explore the essential aspects of incorporating technology into educational settings. From understanding its impact on classroom dynamics and exploring collaborative strategies for effective use to delving into digital-age teaching guided by ISTE Standards, each lesson will give you practical insights and strategies. You'll navigate through the complexities of digital responsibility, including COPPA compliance, internet safety, information literacy, and copyright understanding, fostering responsible digital citizenship. You will critically evaluate technology's role in education, explore diverse learning preferences, and discover how to leverage technology to support multilingual learners and students with adaptive needs. Finally, you'll learn to maximize efficiency and effectiveness in teaching through technology, integrating digital tools and professional development resources to create engaging and streamlined learning environments..
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