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 SyllabusLAUSD Course Code NA-01-117
UMass 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.
NA-01-117 is the LAUSD course code for Arts Integration (Music), which you’ll need to use to get credit for salary points from the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD).
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.
Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) Math – Online Professional Development Course
This 1-credit online course provides an introduction to Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) and how to integrate it into teaching mathematics in PreK-12.
Click Here to View SyllabusLAUSD Course Code: NA-13-841
UMass Global University Course Code: EDTU 9052Course Description
More and more districts and schools are requiring that CGI be implemented into classrooms, and for good reason. Cognitively Guided Instruction has proven to be an effective teaching strategy. If you’re interested in what CGI is and how it can be applied to your students, or if you’ve been looking for online CGI math training, this course is for you.
At its core, CGI teaches you how to listen to your students in order to understand their thinking. Once you understand how students think, you can adjust your teaching and provide support for their mathematical learning.
In this online CGI math course, you’ll get an in-depth look at the foundational ideas behind CGI, the rationale for using it to teach math, and specific ways to practice it in your classroom. Once you learn the principles of CGI, you can apply them to any type of math curriculum.
Designed for preK-12 school teachers, this online professional development course on Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) for math includes:
an overview of CGI for math
examples of CGI in math (including activities and videos)
benefits of using CGI for math and examples of its success
how to use CGI (including examples of teacher and student interactions using CGI in math)
how to implement CGI (including specific examples of activities)
CGI and CCSS (aligning CGI with Common Core State Standards)
This 1-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 6 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 provided me with a more in-depth look at what the foundational ideas are for CGI. Furthermore, I was able to really understand what Cognitively Guided Instruction is, what it looks like, and how it should be executed."
"My District and my Principal want all teachers at my school to teach math using CGI. This course has built my confidence, enthusiasm, and understanding of how to teach CGI Math."
"Our school and district are planning on implementing CGI into classrooms so this course really helped me gain more knowledge about this subject. It was helpful to see strategies that are currently being used in classroom and it helped me develop an idea of how to begin incorporating it into my own class."
"I know my school is going to start doing CGI and this course helped give me some good ideas and a solid foundation to build on!"
"As a school we are performing very low in math, therefore, CGI is a very new practice at my school. This course has given me more confidence in implementing it."
Learning Outcomes
In this online course, you’ll learn what Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) is and ways to implement it when you’re teaching math.
Number of Professional Development Credits / Salary Points
Teachers throughout California and the U.S. can earn 1 professional development credit by completing this online course or 1 graduate level credit (awarded through University of Massachusetts Global, formerly known as Brandman University). This course is also worth 1 salary point awarded by the LAUSD (Los Angeles Unified School District), depending on the credit type you choose.
Target Audience
This course is designed for preK-12 school teachers, staff, and administrators.
NA-13-841 is the LAUSD course code for Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) Math which you’ll need to use to get credit for salary points from the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD).
Additional Information/Questions
Here’s additional information about the Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) Math 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 Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) Math course, you’ll earn 1 LAUSD salary point, 1 professional development credit, or 1 graduate-level professional development credit.
If you have any questions about the Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) Math 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.
STEAM Everyday for Everyone – Online Professional Development Course
This 1-credit online course provides practical tips, ideas, and resources for how to integrate STEAM into all of your lesson plans and curriculum.
Click Here to View SyllabusLAUSD Course Code: NA-11-123
UMass Global University Course Code: EDTU 9026Course Description
In years past, core subjects such as science, math, and engineering were distinctly separate from the arts, and seemingly students had an interest in one type of education or the other, but never both. Research has shown, however, that students who have access to the arts, as well as science and math, are more invested in learning, more motivated to come to school, and more apt to perform better in all subjects. That’s why STEAM education is become more commonplace, as it rapidly gains ground inside elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools, and as districts around the country add STEAM schools. If you’d like to learn more about STEAM education (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math) and how to incorporate it into your teaching, this online professional development course is for you.
The class is based on the notion that every student is a scientist-artist, but that the joy of creativity and artistic expression are often squelched as students are introduced to more rigid and less stimulating approaches to learning.
But why can’t the “artist” in everyone flourish, not only in school, but also in life…not only when students are young, but also throughout their lives.
In this online STEAM course, you’ll learn how to assimilate the arts and sciences into your lesson plans and curriculum, in order to provide a richer learning experience for your students.
Designed for all types of teachers, this online professional development course on STEAM covers a variety of topics, including:
an overview STEAM
research and statistics that support offering STEAM for all students
3-dimensional learning
incorporating context into learning
opportunities for academic discourse
student thinking and reflection
including the arts in teaching and learning activities
This 1-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 6 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
"Excellent course. Will be recommending it to colleagues."
"My science activities in the past were not very well-rounded and rather one dimensional. This course offered me a new perspective on what effective science instruction should look like."
"Our school is a STEAM school and it provided me with new information, resources and ideas that I can immediately bring back into my own classroom and share with colleagues."
"STEAM has definitely been challenging for me to integrate into my curriculum, however I have gained the confidence needed to try new lessons in my own class, thanks to this course."
"STEM is now becoming a real factor in our schools. Having an understanding of this has given me an opportunity to be more aware of the standards and what my colleagues are engaged in."
Learning Outcomes
In this online course, you’ll get new information, ideas, and resources for how to integrate STEAM into your curriculum.
Number of Professional Development Credits / Salary Points
Teachers throughout California and the U.S. can earn 1 professional development credit by completing this online course or 1 graduate level credit (awarded through University of Massachusetts Global, formerly known as Brandman University). This course is also worth 1 salary point 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.
NA-11-123 is the LAUSD course code for STEAM Everyday for Everyone which you’ll need to use to get credit for salary points from the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD).
Additional Information/Questions
Here’s additional information about the STEAM Everyday for Everyone 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 STEAM Everyday for Everyone course, you’ll earn 1 LAUSD salary point, 1 professional development credit, or 1 graduate-level professional development credit.
If you have any questions about the STEAM Everyday for Everyone 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.
Access to NGSS for All Students – Online Professional Development Course
This 2-credit online course is designed to give teachers a deeper look at the NGSS (Next Generation Science Standards) and provide strategies for how equity can be brought into the classroom by using the NGSS framework and practices.
Click Here to View SyllabusLAUSD Course Code NA-18-62
UMass Global University Course Code: EDTU 9056
Course Description
If you believe that science is for all students, and you’d like to help close the achievement gaps between various groups of students, this online NGSS course is for you.
Statistics show concerning gaps between groups of students in their achievement of science standards, scientific literacy, interest in science careers, and preparedness for science fields. In 2013, the California State Board of Education adopted the NGSS for grades K-12 in order to bridge some of those gaps and improve science education for all students.
The NGSS is comprised of three cornerstones: core ideas, practices, and crosscutting (connections between Physical Science, Life Science, Earth and Space Science, and Engineering Design). The NGSS combines these three areas to form standards and performance expectations, in order to give students a cohesive understanding of science as they advance through classes and grade levels.
The main emphasis of this online NGSS class is to show you how to provide equity in your teaching practices, by incorporating NGSS standards.
Designed for all types of teachers, this online professional development course on providing equal access to NGSS for all students includes segments on:
what is NGSS
why NGSS
NGSS and CCSS (Common Core State Standards)
NGSS and equity
strategies for teaching science to economically disadvantaged students
strategies for teaching science to English learners
strategies for teaching science to culturally diverse students
strategies for teaching science to students with special needs / disabilities
strategies for teaching science to girls
strategies for teaching science to gifted and talented students
This 2-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 4 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
"As an elementary school teacher, I am required to teach science. This course really familiarized me with the NGSS and the value of STEM in my room."
"This workshop gave me many insights on the obstacles various groups of students face when accessing the science curriculum and provided numerous strategies on how to help those students."
"This workshop relates to me because I'm an elementary school teacher. It made me dig deeper into the NGSS to get a better understanding of the new standards, and how I can make sure that all students have access to the science content."
"Great workshop! Very engaging with lots of information that was applicable to my teaching."
Learning Outcomes
In this online course, you’ll learn how to incorporate the NGSS (Next Generation Science Standards) framework and best practices into your teaching.
Number of Professional Development Credits / Salary Points
Teachers throughout California and the U.S. can earn 2 professional development credits by completing this online course or 2 graduate level credits (awarded through University of Massachusetts Global, formerly known as Brandman University). This course is also worth 2 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.
NA-18-62 is the LAUSD course code for Access to NGSS for All Students which you’ll need to use to get credit for salary points from the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD).
Additional Information/Questions
Here’s additional information about the Access to NGSS for All Students 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 Access to NGSS for All Students course, you’ll earn 2 LAUSD salary points, 2 professional development credits, or 2 graduate-level professional development credits.
If you have any questions about the Access to NGSS for All Students 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.
LAUSD Course Code: NA-08-12
UMass Global University Course Code: EDUU 9975
Course Description
Every day, an increasing number of students experience trauma that may adversely affect their learning, relationships, and life-trajectories.
According to the Department of Justice, more than half of children in the U.S. were exposed to trauma in the past year, and 40% are direct victims of multiple acts of violence (higher percentages are represented in urban schools). This study also shows that students exposed to violence are more likely to be delinquent, struggle in and drop out of school; as well as to suffer from anxiety, depression, and PTSD, abuse drugs and alcohol, and engage in criminal activities (https://www.justice.gov/archives/defendingchildhood/facts-about-children-and-violence). Trauma can greatly affect students' ability to learn. But through trauma-informed instruction, teachers and other educators can be factors of healing towards success, despite these odds. This course guides educators through a paradigm shift, toward deeper understanding, heightened sensitivity, and increased efficacy in teaching students affected by trauma.
Reviews
"[This] was the best course I've taken in a long time and honestly MUCH more useful, better organized and informative than the Leadership and Equity course I took online with Harvard!"
Learning Outcomes
Participants learn to take an informed approach to instruction that can break the cycle of trauma.
This 2-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.
Number of Professional Development Credits / Salary Points
Teachers throughout California and the U.S. can earn 2 professional development credits by completing this online course or 2 graduate level credits (awarded through University of Massachusetts Global, formerly known as Brandman University). This course is also worth 2 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.
NA-08-12 is the LAUSD course code for Trauma-Informed Instruction which you’ll need to use to get credit for salary points from the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD).
Additional Information/Questions
Here’s additional information about the Trauma-Informed Instruction 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 Trauma-Informed Instruction course, you’ll earn 2 LAUSD salary points, 2 professional development credits, or 2 graduate-level professional development credits.
If you have any questions about the Trauma-Informed Instruction course, or any of our other professional development online courses, please email help@education4equity.com.
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If you’re interested in Trauma-Informed Instruction you might also like these related online courses:
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 course had a direct impact on my planning and classroom lesson delivery because it was practical and hands on."
