Reading Across the Curriculum
April 4, 2010 by PLB Registrar · 12 Comments
This interactive course is one option for K-12 teachers across the curriculum spectrum to demonstrate evidence of reading instruction techniques. Based on research, Reading Across the Curriculum introduces all teachers to sound reading instructional practices.
RTI, Common Core & Classroom Behavior Management
April 4, 2010 by PLB Registrar · 19 Comments
This course is based upon the extensive research, work and writings of Jim Wright, a Behavior Intervention Specialist, Psychologist and School Administrator in central New York. Mr. Wright has experience in the areas of Academic and Behavioral Interventions, Curriculum-based Measurement and Violence Prevention.
Introduction to Technology for Teachers
April 4, 2010 by PLB Registrar · 8 Comments
This interactive course introduces teachers to technology tools with one goal in mind: increasing teacher comfort level in using the Internet and today’s technology tools for teaching and learning. Teachers will learn new ways of using tools they are familiar with and be exposed to brand-new tools and applications for use both in professional development and with students in the classroom. Course updated regularly to include the most up-to-date tools available!
Internet Safety: Protecting Children in an Online World
April 4, 2010 by PLB Registrar · 15 Comments
Issues that the youth of today, parents, teachers and those who are part of their world face online is the essence of this content. Participants discover areas of the Internet used by youth, what kinds of threats exist on the Internet and how everyone can protect their loved ones, family members, students and those under their care or responsibility. A special focus of the course includes ways in which adults can protect themselves online.
Integrating Standards in Teaching
April 4, 2010 by PLB Registrar · 15 Comments
We’re told that a standards-based curriculum is suppose to increase student learning and promote higher student achievement, but what is it really all about? This course helps educators untangle what turns out to be the not-so-mysterious-language of today’s teaching and learning and put successful strategies into practice.
Differentiation for Gifted Learners in the Classroom
April 4, 2010 by PLB Registrar · 19 Comments
This course examines some of the challenges facing gifted learners and offers easily implemented accommodations and success strategies. By understanding the unique learning needs of children who are considered “gifted,” participants will indirectly meet the individual needs of all learners. Through this course educators and parents can make greater sense of gifted and talented education by learning about identification, instruction and assessment of these students while exploring related topics, issues and resources geared towards our gifted population.
Accommodating All Learners
April 4, 2010 by PLB Registrar · 16 Comments
Reach and teach all learners by examining 21st century student and educator strengths in this research-based course packed with strategies, resources and tools. Participants will gain insight into both, their own learning and teaching preferences as well as the learning styles of students. Closely aligned with national standards and pedagogical goals.
Core Teaching PACKAGE #1
April 4, 2010 by PLB Registrar · Leave a Comment
The Core Teaching Package includes the following five courses and saves you $46 over enrolling in them individually: Accommodating All Learners, Positive Behavior Intervention Strategies, Reading Across the Curriculum, Recognizing Early-onset Mental Health Disorders in Children and Adolescents and Introduction to Technology for Teachers. This package provides essential instructional techniques and tools for today’s teacher. This package meets the Minnesota relicensure requirements.
TOOL: Real Time Editing
April 4, 2010 by PLB Registrar · Leave a Comment
It looks like EtherPad (real time document editing) is really going away on April 14th.
Here are some alternatives for folks interested in using real-time collaboration in teaching and learning:
typewith.me
primarypad.com