This 3-credit course will allow you to learn the secret to extinguish and escape one of the most deadliest chronic illnesses in the workplace - BURNOUT.
Click Here to View SyllabusUMass Global Course Code: EDDU 9087
When reading article after article in news outlets across the United States, teachers are not only exhausted, but many are leaving the teaching profession altogether. This course is amazing in that it is a one of a kind class that focuses just on K-12 Teachers who are feeling the burnout during the Covid19/Omicron Pandemic and beyond.
Although there are a number of professions (such as tuna fishing, air traffic control, oil drilling, lumber hauling, etc) that exhaust workers, there is no profession like the teaching profession where one must know how to be both an educator, a counselor, a shoulder to cry on, a pandemic prevention specialist, and a education professional - all at the same time. Add to this the experience of a pandemic with having kids at home and one's own health to deal with, you find yourself with a recipe for disaster.
This course explains how the solution to teacher burnout is very similar to the solution that fighter pilots must acquire when they are experiencing a G-force on their chest. Take this class and preserve your profession.
Number of Professional Development Credits
Teachers throughout the U.S. can earn 3 graduate-level university credits.
Target Audience
This course is designed for all types of Pre-K through 12th grade teachers, including early childhood education teachers, elementary school teachers, middle school teachers, high school teachers, special education teachers, staff, and administrators.
Additional Information/Questions
Here’s additional information about the Extinguishing Teacher Burnout online professional development course:
This course is 100% online – the coursework and interaction.
You’ll have six months to complete all of your coursework from the date that you purchase this online course.
Once you’ve successfully completed the course, you’ll earn 3 graduate-level professional development credits.
If you have any questions about any of our professional development online courses, please email help@education4equity.com.
Disclaimer
This online professional development course, like all of our courses, is approved by two entities: school districts, and universities. For salary advancement, always double check with your HR department to ensure they support the raising of your salary.
Classroom Management – Online Professional Development Course
This 3-credit online course for teachers will show you how to successfully manage your classroom, using restorative justice techniques.
Click Here to View SyllabusUMass Global University Course Code: EDCU 9919
Course Description
Do you want to create a classroom environment in which all students can learn and student’s attitudes and behaviors support, not sabotage, your teaching? Would you love to have school administrators, members of the your school community, and students’ families support your classroom management efforts? If so, then you’ll love this online course on classroom management, using restorative justice practices.
Restorative justice in education – in which traditional approaches to discipline are replaced with “mediation” that’s focused on repairing, not exacerbating rifts – might seem like an unattainable ideal. But restorative justice, when applied correctly, can be far more than just a “buzz word” or a substitute for warnings, punishments, and suspensions.
In this online professional development course, you’ll learn about effective classroom management, including:
your role in ensuring fairness and equity in your classroom
preemptive practices for classroom management
optimal decision-making in responding to problematic student behavior
ways to ensure affirmation of all students, while repairing relationship rifts
tips for engaging students in the classroom
strategies for addressing student disengagement
ideas for group work that can aid in classroom management
recommendations for how to work with administrators and students’ families
Learning Outcomes
In this online professional development course, you’ll learn effective classroom management, using restorative justice practices that help ensure positive behavior and promote fairness and equity.
Number of Professional Development Credits / Salary Points
Teachers throughout California and the U.S. can earn 3 professional development credits by completing this online course or 3 graduate level credits (awarded through University of Massachusetts Global, formerly known as Brandman University). This course is also worth 3 salary points awarded by the LAUSD (Los Angeles Unified School District), depending on the credit type you choose.
Target Audience
This course is designed for all types of Pre-K through 12th grade teachers, including: early childhood education teachers, elementary school teachers, middle school teachers, high school teachers, special education teachers, staff, and administrators.
Additional Information/Questions
Here’s additional information about the Classroom Management online professional development course:
This course is 100% online – the coursework and interaction.
You’ll have six months to complete all of your coursework from the date that you purchase this online course. If you’re enrolled in three or more 3-credit online courses simultaneously, upon request, you’ll be allowed one year to complete the course.
Once you’ve successfully completed the Classroom Management course, you’ll earn 3 LAUSD salary points, 3 professional development credits, or 3 graduate-level professional development credits.
If you have any questions about the Classroom Management course, or any of our other professional development online courses, please email help@education4equity.com.
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Disclaimer
Disclaimer: This online professional development class has been approved by the LAUSD and UTLA Joint Salary Point Credit Committee. Please note, however, that the LAUSD does not endorse this online class provider over any other.
Emotional Intelligence – Online Professional Development Course
This 3-credit online course addresses the emotional health of our students and how to teach in such a way that fosters emotional intelligence and well-being for improved relationships and learning. Emotions are vital information for us and our students to learn to manage, and are inextricably involved in the learning process.
Click Here to View SyllabusUMass Global University Course Code: EDDU 9839
Course Description
This course covers 10 main topics related to emotions in the context of learning:
1) The Neuroscience of Emotions
2) Emotions and Physical Health
3) Emotional Well-being for SOCIAL Health
4) Emotional Well-being and Learning
5) Lowering Students Affective Filter for Maximized Learning
6) Creating an Environment and Inner State within Students Conducive to Learning (R-U-L-E-R Emotions)
7) Heightening our Students’ “Emotional Quotient” (EQ)
8) Fostering Emotional Agility and Resiliency
9) Applying R-U-L-E-R of Emotions to Ourselves in the Teaching Profession
10) Building Capacity as a School for Emotional Health & Emotional Intelligence
Number of Professional Development Credits / Salary Points
Teachers throughout California and the U.S. can earn 3 professional development credits by completing this online course or 3 graduate level credits (awarded through University of Massachusetts Global, formerly known as Brandman University). This course is also worth 3 salary points awarded by the LAUSD (Los Angeles Unified School District), depending on the credit type you choose.Target Audience
This course is designed for all types of Pre-K through 12th grade teachers, including: early childhood education teachers, elementary school teachers, middle school teachers, high school teachers, special education teachers, staff, and administrators.
Additional Information/Questions
Here’s additional information about the Emotional Intelligence online professional development course:
This course is 100% online – the coursework and interaction.
You’ll have six months to complete all of your coursework from the date that you purchase this online course. If you’re enrolled in three or more 3-credit online courses simultaneously, upon request, you’ll be allowed one year to complete the course.
Once you’ve successfully completed the Emotional Intelligencecourse, you’ll earn 3 LAUSD salary points, 3 professional development credits, or 3 graduate-level professional development credits.
If you have any questions about the Emotional Intelligence course, or any of our other professional development online courses, please email help@education4equity.com.
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Disclaimer
Disclaimer: This online professional development class has been approved by the LAUSD and UTLA Joint Salary Point Credit Committee. Please note, however, that the LAUSD does not endorse this online class provider over any other.
Movement for Improvement – Online Professional Development Course
This 3-credit online course for teachers introduces the benefits of movement and how it can have a positive impact on students of all ages.
Click Here to View SyllabusUMass Global University Course Code: EDDU 9837
Course Description
Are your students restless? Do they struggle to stay engaged for the entire class period? Would you, too, like more exercise, even when you’re on your feet all day? If so, you’ll enjoy discovering how movement can help improve learning.
Our most popular professional development course for teachers, Movement for Improvement shows you the positive impact that movement can have on learning, student behavior, classroom management, and the health of you and your students.
According to John Ratey, M.D., author of SPARK: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and The Brain, “Exercise is the single most powerful tool that you have to optimize your brain function.” in this course, you’ll earn how to put that tool to use in the classroom, in fun and creative ways.
Designed for all types of teachers, this online professional development course covers different aspects of movement, including:
how movement impacts the brain and learning
the effects of movement on physical and mental health
using movement as a classroom management tool
building unity through movement
movement and teaching (in all content areas)
how movement can give the brain a much-needed break
movement and multiculturalism
how movement can help you thrive as a teacher
sharing a learning activity involving movement
This 3-credit online course is approved by LAUSD for salary points and by other districts in California for professional development credits or graduate-level credits available through University of Massachusetts Global. You can check with your school district to find out which professional development credit type you need.
The course is comprised of 10 units. For each unit, you’ll read a lesson, watch a video, take a quiz, and complete an assignment. Throughout the professional development course, you’ll post your responses in an online discussion forum, for interaction with other teachers who are taking the online course.
Reviews
"This helped tremendously in my classroom because it gave me ideas of how I could include movement in my daily schedule. I saw increased student engagement, and it wasn't that hard to do. I have learned the importance of regular movement and will continue this practice in my future teaching."
"I never realized just how much movement affects your brain. The information was so interesting and has compelled me to be a lot more active with my students and in my life."
"I really enjoyed this course! By far, the best I have ever taken in my teaching career!! Thank you so much!!"
"This workshop was all related to my job. As an educator, I seek for courses to improve my teaching practices. This course provided infinite examples and research base of the importance of movement in the classroom."
"I didn't realize how important it was to incorporate movement in the classroom. This course offered me the opportunity to learn and come to understand the content and how crucial it is in the classroom. I am definitely going to try to implement everything that I have learned, as much as possible."
Learning Outcomes
In this online course, you’ll learn how movement can enhance learning and how to incorporate movement into your classroom activities.
Number of Professional Development Credits / Salary Points
Teachers throughout California and the U.S. can earn 3 professional development credits by completing this online course or 3 graduate level credits (awarded through University of Massachusetts Global, formerly known as Brandman University). This course is also worth 3 salary points awarded by the LAUSD (Los Angeles Unified School District), depending on the credit type you choose.
Target Audience
This course is designed for all types of Pre-K through 12th grade teachers, including: early childhood education teachers, elementary school teachers, middle school teachers, high school teachers, special education teachers, staff, and administrators.
Additional Information/Questions
Here’s additional information about the Movement for Improvement online professional development course:
This course is 100% online – the coursework and interaction.
You’ll have six months to complete all of your coursework from the date that you purchase this online course. If you’re enrolled in three or more 3-credit online courses simultaneously, upon request, you’ll be allowed one year to complete the course.
Once you’ve successfully completed the Movement for Improvement course, you’ll earn 3 LAUSD salary points, 3 professional development credits, or 3 graduate-level professional development credits.
If you have any questions about the Movement for Improvement course, or any of our other professional development online courses, please email help@education4equity.com.
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Disclaimer
Disclaimer: This online professional development class has been approved by the LAUSD and UTLA Joint Salary Point Credit Committee. Please note, however, that the LAUSD does not endorse this online class provider over any other.
Dismantling Racism – Online Professional Development Course
This 3-credit online course addresses a desperate need in our society. This course aims to empower and equip educators to fight and dismantle racism – inside and out. Race and racism are defined, along with the seriousness of the implications and consequences of racism within the classrooms and education.
Click Here to View SyllabusUMass Global Course Code: EDDU 9387
Course Description
This course covers topics related to:
What is “Race” and Why Do We Need to Talk About It?
What is Racism, and What Can We Do About It?
What Are Whiteness, White Privilege, and White Fragility and Why Do They Matter?
What is Culturally Responsive Teaching?
What is the Mindset and Skillset of a Culturally Responsive Teacher?
What Can I Do to Dismantle Racism?
And more!
Number of Professional Development Credits / Salary Points
Teachers throughout California and the U.S. can earn 3 professional development credits by completing this online course or 3 graduate level credits (awarded through University of Massachusetts Global, formerly known as Brandman University). This course is also worth 3 salary points awarded by the LAUSD (Los Angeles Unified School District), depending on the credit type you choose.Target Audience
This course is designed for all types of Pre-K through 12th grade teachers, including: early childhood education teachers, elementary school teachers, middle school teachers, high school teachers, special education teachers, staff, and administrators.
Additional Information/Questions
Here’s additional information about the Dismantling Racism online professional development course:
This course is 100% online – the coursework and interaction.
You’ll have six months to complete all of your coursework from the date that you purchase this online course. If you’re enrolled in three or more 3-credit online courses simultaneously, upon request, you’ll be allowed one year to complete the course.
Once you’ve successfully completed the Dismantling Racismcourse, you’ll earn 3 LAUSD salary points, 3 professional development credits, or 3 graduate-level professional development credits.
If you have any questions about the Dismantling Racism course, or any of our other professional development online courses, please email help@education4equity.com.
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Disclaimer
Disclaimer: This online professional development class has been approved by the LAUSD and UTLA Joint Salary Point Credit Committee. Please note, however, that the LAUSD does not endorse this online class provider over any other.
Arts Integration for Equity and Excellence (Music) – Online Professional Development Course
This 3-credit online course, designed for teachers of all grades, in all content areas, focuses on how to use music to uplift students, bridge cultural gaps, heighten student engagement, and improve classroom management.
Click Here to View SyllabusUMass Global University Course Code: EDKU 9139
Course Description
If you love music and would like to bring it into your classroom to enhance your teaching, promote learning, and influence student behavior, you’ll enjoy this online course.
There’s real value in integrating arts into core content instruction, and music, in particular, can not only enrich core academic subjects, but also serve as a strong, unifying force.
In this professional development course for teachers, you’ll discover how music affects the brain and how it can be used to improve listening skills and bolster communication and collaboration across diverse cultures.
You’ll also become familiar with tools and resources that you can use to access, showcase, and produce music.
Designed for all types of teachers, this online professional development course on integrating music into teaching includes segments on:
the value of arts in education
attentive listening
music and its effect on the brain
music for classroom management
music for social and emotional learning
music for core academic instruction
music, identity, and multiculturalism
This 3-credit online course is approved by LAUSD for salary points and by other districts in California for professional development credits or graduate-level credits available through University of Massachusetts Global. You can check with your school district to find out which professional development credit type you need.
The course is comprised of 11 units. For each unit, you’ll read a lesson, watch a video, take a quiz, and complete an assignment. Throughout the professional development course, you’ll post your responses in an online discussion forum, for interaction with other teachers who are taking the online course.
Reviews
"This course had a direct impact on my planning and classroom lesson delivery because it was practical and hands on."
"Everything discussed in the course is of great value especially the creation of the final portfolio piece."
"Every module was full of great and beneficial information that I can take away and use with my students in the classroom. I never knew how much music entailed and how essential it is until finishing this course."
"I loved every single project and assignment in this course. I have learned so much and take new knowledge of which will enhance my teaching skills and views towards new ideas."
"This course has made an enormous impact in my teaching and planning for next school year. I am more aware and have the knowledge to seek the resources to implement music into my lessons with standard, strategies, and pedagogical skills which will promote an enriched learning environment for my students with special needs. I am privileged to share my knowledge and resources with grade level colleagues. Thank you in providing such a well structured course and excellent instructor."
(5 Stars) "My district definitely values music and the arts when it comes to helping students have a holistic education experience. So I said to myself - ok - I will take a class on how to introduce music into my classroom. I envisioned the class talking about how to clap your hands to different beats to help you memorize math formulas. Well, that is all good, but this course opened my eyes to so much more, by teaching me how to use music for classroom management, emotional learning, instrument appreciation and even... silence appreciation. Take this course now and I guarantee a whole new world will open up to you on how to use music in your classroom to advance cognitive learning."
Learning Outcomes
In this online course, you’ll learn how to incorporate music into your teaching to heighten engagement and enhance classroom management.
Number of Professional Development Credits / Salary Points
Teachers throughout California and the U.S. can earn 3 professional development credits by completing this online course or 3 graduate level credits (awarded through University of Massachusetts Global, formerly known as Brandman University). This course is also worth 3 salary points awarded by the LAUSD (Los Angeles Unified School District), depending on the credit type you choose.
Target Audience
This course is designed for all types of Pre-K through 12th grade teachers, including: early childhood education teachers, elementary school teachers, middle school teachers, high school teachers, special education teachers, staff, and administrators.
Additional Information/Questions
Here’s additional information about the Arts Integration (Music) online professional development course:
This course is 100% online – the coursework and interaction.
You’ll have six months to complete all of your coursework from the date that you purchase this online course. If you’re enrolled in three or more 3-credit online courses simultaneously, upon request, you’ll be allowed one year to complete the course.
Once you’ve successfully completed the Arts Integration (Music) course, you’ll earn 3 LAUSD salary points, 3 professional development credits, or 3 graduate-level professional development credits.
If you have any questions about the Arts Integration (Music) course, or any of our other professional development online courses, please email help@education4equity.com.
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Disclaimer
Disclaimer: This online professional development class has been approved by the LAUSD and UTLA Joint Salary Point Credit Committee. Please note, however, that the LAUSD does not endorse this online class provider over any other.
Habits of Mind for Academic Success and Beyond – Online Professional Development Course
This 3-credit online course for teachers demonstrates how to help students of all ages develop healthy habits that can help them succeed in the classroom and in life.
Click Here to View SyllabusUMass Global University Course Code: EDDU 9779
Course Description
Have you observed that some students have particular habits that promote their learning and success, while others seem to lack these important habits? In addition to teaching academic content, do you strive to instill kindness, resilience, perseverance, and other valuable characteristics in your students? Wouldn’t you love to have a classroom full of students who are attentive, respectful, and innovative and who love to take calculated risks, listen attentively, and work well with others? If so, then you’ll appreciate this online class on habits of mind.
Designed for all types of teachers, this professional development course provides an in-depth look at universal factors of success – learning and study habits that can be formed through guidance and practice. Once students adopt these behaviors, when faced with challenges, they’ll be able to triumph over adversity, behave with integrity, and fulfill their potential.
The online course for teachers covers a variety of success habits, including:
persistence
empathy
kindness
self control and managing impulsivity
attentive and deliberate listening
metacognition (understanding your own thought process)
curiosity, questioning, and inquiry
respect
responsible, learned optimism
making the most of mistakes
welcoming challenges through a growth mindset
accountability and taking ownership
working and learning interdependently
imagination, innovation, and creativity
passion
humor
audacity and responsible risk-taking
This 3-credit online course is approved by LAUSD for salary points and by other districts in California for professional development credits or graduate-level credits available through Brandman University. You can check with your school district to find out which professional development credit type you need.
The course is comprised of 3 units. For each unit, you’ll read a lesson, watch a video, take a quiz, and complete an assignment. Throughout the professional development course, you’ll post your responses in an online discussion forum, for interaction with other teachers who are taking the online course.
Reviews
Here's what some teachers had to say about how Habits of Mind for Academic Success & Beyond impacted their teaching career:
“One important idea that I gained through this class is that habits of mind are skills that we can practice to get better. No one is born with it, but we can all obtain it through perseverance and practice. This is a good point that I can relate to my students.”
“Understanding that humor is part of habits of mind, and it can help students with retention skills, I decided to utilize humor in my instruction even more. Also, growth mindset attitude will be enforced in my class for students' healthy mind, soul, and brain.”
Learning Outcomes
In this online course, you’ll learn about habits of mind and how to instill and reinforce healthy, positive behaviors in students.
Number of Professional Development Credits / Salary Points
Teachers throughout California and the U.S. can earn 3 professional development credits by completing this online course or 3 graduate level credits (awarded through Brandman University in Irvine, California). This course is also worth 3 salary points awarded by the LAUSD (Los Angeles Unified School District), depending on the credit type you choose.
Target Audience
This course is designed for all types of Pre-K through 12th grade teachers, including: early childhood education teachers, elementary school teachers, middle school teachers, high school teachers, special education teachers, staff, and administrators.
Additional Information/Questions
Here’s additional information about the Habits of Mind for Academic Success online professional development course:
This course is 100% online – the coursework and interaction.
You’ll have six months to complete all of your coursework from the date that you purchase this online course. If you’re enrolled in three or more 3-credit online courses simultaneously, upon request, you’ll be allowed one year to complete the course.
Once you’ve successfully completed the Habits of Mind for Academic Success course, you’ll earn 3 LAUSD salary points, 3 professional development credits, or 3 graduate-level professional development credits.
If you have any questions about the Habits of Mind for Academic Success course, or any of our other professional development online courses, please email help@education4equity.com.
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Disclaimer
Disclaimer: This online professional development class has been approved by the LAUSD and UTLA Joint Salary Point Credit Committee. Please note, however, that the LAUSD does not endorse this online class provider over any other.
Do you agree with the idea that education can’t be delivered through a “one size fits” all approach, yet struggle with how to customize your instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners? If so, then this online class on personalized learning is perfect for you.
Designed for all types of teachers, this professional development course for teachers covers personalized learning strategies, models, and examples, including:
different types of personalized learning (including data-driven instruction, student-centered instruction, and inquiry-driven instruction)
advanced pedagogical methods that lend themselves to personalized learning (including community-based learning, problem-based learning, and blended learning)
technology tools to support personalized learning
effective assessment practices that are individualized
This 3-credit online course is approved by LAUSD for salary points and by other districts in California for professional development credits or graduate-level credits available through University of Massachusetts Global. You can check with your school district to find out which professional development credit type you need.
This course is comprised of 12 units. For each unit, you’ll read a lesson, watch a video, take a quiz, and complete an assignment. Throughout the professional development course, you’ll post your responses in an online discussion forum, for interaction with other teachers who are taking the online course.
Reviews
Here's what some teachers had to say about how Personalizing Learning impacted their teaching career:
“All of the information was of great value. I found many of the videos very inspiring. There were many examples of best practices, and it makes me believe I can be a better educator. Some of the standouts for me were: Chris Emdin, Sara Lawrence-Lightfoot, Rita Pierson, the school that showed community-based learning, and Dan Meyer’s talk regarding math practices.”
“This course helped me learn a lot about myself as a teacher and how I do not have to be the one that does all the talking and teaching. I need to learn to step back and give my students more control to explore contents of their choice.”
“I am so excited to utilize project-based learning, community-based learning and authentic learning with my kiddos. I know it will be personalized for their needs, motivating and authentic. Thank you for this invaluable course; I feel like I will never teach the same again! It's about relationships with my kiddos first, and content next.”
This 3-credit online course for teachers will show you how to deliver personalized instruction for students of all ages.
Learning Outcomes
In this online course, you’ll learn about the benefits of personalized learning and how to apply “best practices” for personalized learning in the classroom.
Number of Professional Development Credits / Salary Points
Teachers throughout California and the U.S. can earn 3 professional development credits by completing this online course or 3 graduate level credits (awarded through University of Massachusetts Global, formerly known as Brandman University). This course is also worth 3 salary points awarded by the LAUSD (Los Angeles Unified School District), depending on the credit type you choose.
Target Audience
This course is designed for all types of Pre-K through 12th grade teachers, including: early childhood education teachers, elementary school teachers, middle school teachers, high school teachers, special education teachers, staff, and administrators.
Additional Information/Questions
Here’s additional information about the Personalizing Learning online professional development course:
This course is 100% online – the coursework and interaction.
You’ll have six months to complete all of your coursework from the date that you purchase this online course. If you’re enrolled in three or more 3-credit online courses simultaneously, upon request, you’ll be allowed one year to complete the course.
Once you’ve successfully completed the Personalizing Learning course, you’ll earn 3 LAUSD salary points.
If you have any questions about the Personalizing Learning course, or any of our other professional development online courses, please email help@education4equity.com.
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Disclaimer
Disclaimer: This online professional development class has been approved by the LAUSD and UTLA Joint Salary Point Credit Committee. Please note, however, that the LAUSD does not endorse this online class provider over any other.
Language proficiency is critical to all learning, and this course focuses on supporting teachers to develop more effective strategies and skills for promoting English language development. Participants refine, practice, and share best practices for supporting English learners, in instructional planning, content delivery, and utilization of resources, including technology, the community, and more!
Number of Professional Development Credits / Salary Points
Teachers throughout California and the U.S. can earn 3 professional development credits by completing this online course or 3 graduate level credits (awarded through University of Massachusetts Global, formerly known as Brandman University). This course is also worth 3 salary points awarded by the LAUSD (Los Angeles Unified School District), depending on the credit type you choose.
Target Audience
This course is designed for all types of Pre-K through 12th grade teachers, including: early childhood education teachers, elementary school teachers, middle school teachers, high school teachers, special education teachers, staff, and administrators.
Disclaimer
Disclaimer: This online professional development class has been approved by the LAUSD and UTLA Joint Salary Point Credit Committee. Please note, however, that the LAUSD does not endorse this online class provider over any other.
"This helped tremendously in my classroom because it gave me ideas of how I could include movement in my daily schedule. I saw increased student engagement, and it wasn't that hard to do. I have learned the importance of regular movement and will continue this practice in my future teaching."
