Technology Today (1 Iowa LRC – Self Study)
“Technology in education is less about the toolset and skillset and more about the mindset. The teacher’s most prominent role in the digital age is that of lead learner.”
Gone are the days when the word classroom brought to mind an image of a dusty blackboard, chalk or […]
Standards and Communications in Teaching (1 Iowa LRC – Self Study)
“Benchmarks? Rubrics? Assessments? Content, Instructional and Performance Standards?”
In an age where there are multiple approaches to teaching and educating students, it becomes important to ensure that a particular standard is maintained. This class helps teachers achieve goals, while empowering you with skills and tools to deliver the best of […]
SELF-STUDY: Reaching Diverse Learners (15 hours)
“I really appreciate the abundance of ideas for teaching ELLs that I learned in this course. There were so many techniques and ideas shared, and I feel as if I have a toolbox to use in my classroom.”
“This was a great course. Thank you for the opportunity […]
Self-Study : Curriculum Development (5 hours)
“How should curriculum be conceptualized?”
Educators can make a difference in strengthening the curriculum. The resources, examples and templates included in this online course, guide teachers to plan, develop, integrate and evaluate curriculum more effectively. This information can empower teachers so that they feel more confident to implement interactivities. Effective […]
SELF-STUDY: Spanish for Educators (5 hours)
“Learn to effectively manage a classroom of ‘Spanglish’ speakers.”
Course Description:
A classroom is a place where all students must feel accepted and involved. Non-Spanish speaking teachers may need to make an extra effort to involve Spanish-speaking students in the classroom. Learning to communicate with students in their language is one […]
SELF-STUDY: Research-based Instructional Strategies (5 hours)
“As technology develops and the fields of research widen, one often has to unlearn things in order to grow in knowledge”
To help students improve in academic achievement, develop an attitude of learning and acquire the skills needed for the demands of the work place and real life situations, educators […]
PACKAGE: The Everything Package – Minnesota #1 (125 Clock Hours)
“Your courses fit my needs perfectly.
They were ideal for someone who does not
have a great deal of flexibility, and I learned a lot.”
You’ve heard of the everything bagel, Professional Learning Board presents the first everything PD course package, The Everything Self-Study Package – Minnesota #1, which includes the following […]
SELF-STUDY: Common Core Academic Interventions (5 hours)
“How can I improve student performance in a systematic way? ”
Every student is different and this course is designed to help teachers as they create unique interventions that benefit their individual students. This course is designed to guide and help teachers effectively and strategically support struggling learners in the […]
Common Core Intervention across the Curriculum (1 Iowa LRC – Self Study)
“How often do you hear someone proclaim that they love math?”
The implementation of Common Core State Standards across the curriculum provides a real-world approach to learning and teaching. It is increasingly essential for educators to develop students who not only are critical thinkers but innovators as well. This course […]
