It's Never Too Late to Improve Your Practices
(Autumn 2020)
This 8 week, self-paced, online Moodle course is intended for those who are interested in studying how teachers can impact their instructional effectiveness.
Course description:
This course is based on the extensive research, work and writings of Harry K. Wong and Mike Schmoker. The course is based upon techniques and strategies that have a direct correlation with the elements of an The Effective Teacher. These techniques and strategies have been adapted by thousands of educators for success in their schools and classrooms. Students will analyze, interpret, and apply these low-cost and research-based skills to their personal classroom management plan.
Target audience:
This course is intended for classroom teachers who are either brand-new to teaching, switched positions, and/or teachers struggling with classroom organization/management. In particular, the focus is on the role of the teacher in the classroom, how to build a classroom that is centered around positive expectations, integration of effective classroom-management strategies, and research-based lesson mastery tools. Major course objectives are to help class participants become more confident identifying and implementing effective classroom procedures that support a positive classroom environment and student-achievement. Participants will explore various research, strategies, and examples as they build their own “platform” for their first days of school.
This course is the equivalent to 30 classroom hours (30 OPI renewal units), which is the equivalent of 2 university credits. This is a self-paced course, but do not expect to complete it in one sitting! Course participants must be comfortable working independently and be self-motivated to complete all work within the flexible time frame.
You can register for the course now or any time before November 15, 2020; with course completion by December 15, 2020.
Instructor: Jessica N. Johnson, Master of Education (MEd) - Leadership and Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction & Special Education Endorsement email: jnoellej82@gmail.com
Registration fee: $250
Credit: 30 OPI Renewal Units or 2 Semester Credits (semester credit is offered through the University of Montana and is an additional fee of $155. The course instructor will provide a separate registration form). The total cost savings is 40% by going through WMPLC to get university continuing education credits.
THE COURSE PROCESS:
* Complete this form.
* Within a few days, you will receive an invoice via email.
* Pay the invoice/registration fee (online or by check) in order to begin.
* You will receive a username and password and steps to access the Moodle course.
* The instructor will send an introductory email.
* If you are taking the course for OPI renewal units, WMPLC will send you OPI renewal units upon completion of the semester (Autumn 2020).
* If you are taking the course for University of Montana semester credits, complete the course and submit the form and additional payment of $155 by December 15, 2020. The semester credit registration form will be shared with you when your registration is received. You will then need to send the completed semester credit form and payment to your instructor by the date listed above. The instructor will collect all of the registration forms and send them together to the U of M at the end of the semester.
Obtaining copies of the books: Check your school /district or local library. Amazon and other online booksellers often have used copies available. The instructor is available to assist with locating copies, if needed.
EDU 455/EDU 555
Event Number: 21561002
Learning outcomes:
Upon completion of the course:
Register at: https://forms.gle/ektoVvBxSHdKcmVh8
(Autumn 2020)
This 8 week, self-paced, online Moodle course is intended for those who are interested in studying how teachers can impact their instructional effectiveness.
Course description:
This course is based on the extensive research, work and writings of Harry K. Wong and Mike Schmoker. The course is based upon techniques and strategies that have a direct correlation with the elements of an The Effective Teacher. These techniques and strategies have been adapted by thousands of educators for success in their schools and classrooms. Students will analyze, interpret, and apply these low-cost and research-based skills to their personal classroom management plan.
Target audience:
This course is intended for classroom teachers who are either brand-new to teaching, switched positions, and/or teachers struggling with classroom organization/management. In particular, the focus is on the role of the teacher in the classroom, how to build a classroom that is centered around positive expectations, integration of effective classroom-management strategies, and research-based lesson mastery tools. Major course objectives are to help class participants become more confident identifying and implementing effective classroom procedures that support a positive classroom environment and student-achievement. Participants will explore various research, strategies, and examples as they build their own “platform” for their first days of school.
This course is the equivalent to 30 classroom hours (30 OPI renewal units), which is the equivalent of 2 university credits. This is a self-paced course, but do not expect to complete it in one sitting! Course participants must be comfortable working independently and be self-motivated to complete all work within the flexible time frame.
You can register for the course now or any time before November 15, 2020; with course completion by December 15, 2020.
Instructor: Jessica N. Johnson, Master of Education (MEd) - Leadership and Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction & Special Education Endorsement email: jnoellej82@gmail.com
Registration fee: $250
Credit: 30 OPI Renewal Units or 2 Semester Credits (semester credit is offered through the University of Montana and is an additional fee of $155. The course instructor will provide a separate registration form). The total cost savings is 40% by going through WMPLC to get university continuing education credits.
THE COURSE PROCESS:
* Complete this form.
* Within a few days, you will receive an invoice via email.
* Pay the invoice/registration fee (online or by check) in order to begin.
* You will receive a username and password and steps to access the Moodle course.
* The instructor will send an introductory email.
* If you are taking the course for OPI renewal units, WMPLC will send you OPI renewal units upon completion of the semester (Autumn 2020).
* If you are taking the course for University of Montana semester credits, complete the course and submit the form and additional payment of $155 by December 15, 2020. The semester credit registration form will be shared with you when your registration is received. You will then need to send the completed semester credit form and payment to your instructor by the date listed above. The instructor will collect all of the registration forms and send them together to the U of M at the end of the semester.
Obtaining copies of the books: Check your school /district or local library. Amazon and other online booksellers often have used copies available. The instructor is available to assist with locating copies, if needed.
EDU 455/EDU 555
Event Number: 21561002
Learning outcomes:
Upon completion of the course:
- Students will understand what traits define an effective teacher?
- Students will research and understand how positive expectations, invitational education, and professionalism create a very powerful and effective teacher?
- Students will have analyzed and interpreted how planning and preparation guide student learning.
- Students will have assessed their planning and preparation skills alongside student-learning within their classroom.
- Students will be able to identify and apply the difference between classroom management and discipline within their classroom management plans.
- Students will have researched and understand that when lesson objectives are clear, and instruction and assessment are aligned to objectives, the greater the chances are that students will succeed.
- Students will understand and apply what needs to be included within every lesson in order for student academic achievement to be gained.
- Students will have researched and reflected upon what factors constitute effective instruction and why these factors are so effective?
- Students will have created their own personalized classroom-management plan that includes elements of everything they have learned and reflected upon. Their plan will include guidelines and procedures for the physical design of their classroom, classroom procedures/expectations, instruction, parent/guardian contact, and assessment.
- Students will have established reflective practices that are critical to continued growth.
Register at: https://forms.gle/ektoVvBxSHdKcmVh8
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