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Agency: CESA 5
Agency Contact: Pamela Hilleshiem-Setz
Agency Assistant: Wanda Williams 608-745-5481
Location: CESA 5
Facility: Online Course
Date/Time:
6/11/2012 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Description:
Join us in learning skills and techniques to teach in an online/blended classroom environment! (A blended classroom may have student/teacher meet online and in person.) Participants in this six-week online course will examine the new learning environment for teachers and students made possible through the effective use of online tools. You can participate in this course while relaxing at home (or while on vacation) be using a Moodle Platform and “GoToWebinar” for weekly synchronous discussions.

Course Outline/Activities:
1. Explore research and best practices outlining strategies to encourage active learning, interaction, participation and collaboration in the online environment.
2. Explore a variety of online resources and Web 2.0 tools which can be incorporated into online/blended learning units.
3. Design a standards-based online instructional unit, with assessments, incorporating research and best practice principles and potential modifications for students with special needs.
4. Develop online/blended learning experiences which promote student success through regular feedback, prompt response and clear expectations.
5. Outline a plan to model, guide & encourage legal, ethical, safe & healthy behavior related to technology use.

Teacher Standards
WES2The teacher understands how children with broad ranges of ability learn and provides instruction that supports their intellectual, social, and personal development.
WES4The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies, including the use of technology to encourage children’s development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.
WES6The teacher uses effective verbal and nonverbal communication techniques as well as instructional media and technology to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom.
WES10The teacher fosters relationships with school colleagues, parents, and agencies in the larger community to support pupil learning and well being and who acts with integrity, fairness and in an ethical manner.
Administrator Standards
WAS1The administrator has an understanding of and demonstrates competence in the teacher standards under s. PI 34.02.
WAS2The administrator leads by facilitating the development, articulation, implementation, and stewardship of a vision of learning that is shared by the school community.
WAS3The administrator manages by advocating, nurturing and sustaining a school culture and instructional program conducive to pupil learning and staff professional growth.
Pupil Services
WPS1The pupil services professional understands the teacher standards under s. PI 34.02.
WPS3The pupil services professional has the ability to use research, research methods and knowledge about issues and trends to improve practice in schools and classrooms.
Cancellation Refunds for Participants: Registered participants will receive a full refund if they cancel prior to 3 working days before a workshop. Because of our commitment to the trainer and the food vendor, participants who cancel less than 3 working days or do not attend, will be billed the full fee.