Explore tools that support research, professional learning, or self-guided study to improve your understanding of learner variability. Educators will develop a plan for embedding research-based practices appropriately within their professional learning opportunities

Approximate time to complete this course is 4 hours.

Classroom Management with Mixed Reality delivers classroom management strategies that focus on successfully incorporating augmented reality into instruction. This module aims to support educators in understanding the differences between Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR), implementing mixed reality in their classrooms, and providing suggestions for maintaining positive classroom management with the use of mixed reality.
Classroom Management with Mixed Reality will tackle the difference between virtual reality and augmented reality in a mixed-reality classroom. Along the way, users will define classroom management and investigate multiple techniques. After reflecting on their classroom management practice, users will leave with a toolbox of information and ideas for incorporating more relevant strategies into their classrooms. ​ Differentiate between augmented reality and virtual reality
, Define classroom management , Transform their current classroom management techniques to be more relevant for a mixed reality learning environment

Approximate time to complete this course is 30 min.

Conflict arises when one or more people view the current system or relationship as not working. At least one party is so dissatisfied with the status quo that they are willing to speak up in hopes of improving the situation. Coaches will present opportunities that are not welcomed by everyone. Coaches will learn how to leverage healthy conflict to enhance team practices. Coaches will recognize the nature of conflict and its impact on interpersonal relationships and schools. Coaches will effectively utilize and apply conflict intervention strategies such as coaching, negotiation, and system design to manage and resolve conflict.

Approximate time to complete this course is 4 hours. A micro-credential is available from Digital Promise upon completion.

In this course, you’ll understand the benefits of classroom collaboration and explore key components in establishing classroom collaboration. The learner will understand the benefits of classroom collaboration. The learner will explore key components in establishing classroom collaboration.

Approximate time to complete this course is 3 hours. A micro-credential is available from Digital Promise upon completion.

Cultivate a safe and responsible digital culture. Explore ways of supporting teachers with lesson design, developing strategies, and modeling best practices to create responsible digital citizens. The learner will explore strategies to help cultivate a safe and responsible digital culture.

Approximate time to complete this course is 3 hours. A micro-credential is available from Digital Promise upon completion.

Deepen your understanding of learner factors and how to design learning experiences that maximize learner variability. Educators will design learning experiences with learner variability.

Approximate time to complete this course is 4 hours. A micro-credential is available from Digital Promise upon completion.

The educator designs synchronous and asynchronous instruction for learners that utilizes the needs assessment data and virtual desk; the instruction takes into account the needs of all stakeholders through scheduling and community agreements. The educator designs synchronous and asynchronous instruction for learners that utilizes the needs assessment data and virtual desk; the instruction takes into account the needs of all stakeholders through scheduling and community agreements.

Approximate time to complete this course is 3 hours. A micro-credential is available from Digital Promise upon completion.

Teachers will examine how learner profiles can be used to identify learner variability factors that will impact instruction and the learning environment. Teachers will learn how to use different types of profiles and surveys to determine learner needs The learner will examine the purpose of learning profiles to address learner variability. The learner will explore strategies for implementing learner profiles to develop a general understanding of their students goals, interests, and technology skills.

Approximate time to complete this course is 3 hours. A micro-credential is available from Digital Promise upon completion.

The educator provides students with options that allow them to engage with content that will support their specific needs as learners, as well as information on how multimodal learning pathways support specific student needs. Educator implements multimodal learning in a manner that allows students to engage in the learning process through a variety of formats.

Approximate time to complete this course is 4 hours. A micro-credential is available from Digital Promise upon completion.

Teachers will examine different types of flexible learning formats that can be used to deliver instruction with technology. Teachers will learn how to use playlists, choice boards, or create their own flexible learning format. The teacher will describe flexible learning and its impact on teaching and learning. , The teacher will identify flexible learning strategies that I can implement to be responsive to students' unique individual needs and promote student agency and active learning.

Approximate time to complete this course is 3 hours. A micro-credential is available from Digital Promise upon completion.

Educators will develop an understanding of how to implement learning strategies that guide students to articulate their thinking. Educators will examine instructional practices that support the strategic use of visible thinking strategies, in service of content mastery and attainment of digital skills.

Approximate time to complete this course is 4 hours. A micro-credential is available from Digital Promise upon completion.

Teaching in a Hybrid Learning environment is a new experience for educators across the country. We at Digital Promise are thinking creatively about how to support educators that find themselves in this new teaching and learning experience. To meet the needs of students and educators, we have designed this micro-credential experience to provide the framework, philosophy, and strategies needed to succeed and create high-quality learning experiences. As an educator leading a hybrid learning environment, it is important to have a clear vision and understanding of high-quality hybrid learning that identifies and makes the best use of online, face-to-face, and independent learning experiences. The development of a clear vision and quality models allows students to maintain high-quality engagement while educators maintain a sustainable practice.

Approximate time to complete this course is 4 hours. A micro-credential is available from Digital Promise upon completion.

Schools are prioritizing students’ mental health, and there are many tools and resources to choose from. CDC created this action guide as a place to start. It can help school and district leaders build on what they are already doing to promote students’ mental health and find new strategies to fill in gaps.

The action guide describes six in-school strategies that are proven to promote and support mental health and well-being. For each strategy, the guide also describes approaches, or specific ways to put the strategy into action, and examples of evidence-based policies, programs, and practices.

Educators will examine effective ways of connecting and communicating even in the most challenging situations and strategies for building collaborative classroom communities and positive learning environments. Educators will explore concepts and skills related to social and emotional learning.

Approximate time to complete this course is 4 hours. A micro-credential is available from Digital Promise upon completion.

In this course, you’ll learn about the station rotation model and how it supports personalized learning for students. You'll get strategies to design and implement station-based learning experiences to meet individual student needs. The learner will understand the purpose and components of the station rotation model. The learner will explore best practices for designing and implementing the station rotation model.

Approximate time to complete this course is 3 hours. A micro-credential is available from Digital Promise upon completion.

Educators will explore and develop a foundational understanding of learner variability. Educators will explore and develop a foundational understanding of learner variability.

Approximate time to complete this course is 4 hours.