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6 Steps to Effective Teacher Evaluation
(4 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Rich Voltz - This course supports school leaders' development of stronger...
6 Steps to Effective Teacher Evaluation
(4 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Rich Voltz - This course supports school leaders' development of stronger evaluation skills and offers practical activities and strategies to apply before, during and after the teacher evaluation process.
Americans with Disabilities Act in the School Environment (2023 - 2024)
(3 PD Hrs) by Rachel M. Weisberg from Equip for Equality - This course covers Section 504 of the...
Americans with Disabilities Act in the School Environment (2023 - 2024)
(3 PD Hrs) by Rachel M. Weisberg from Equip for Equality - This course covers Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, a federal civil rights law, that prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in participating in federally funded...
Anti-Bias Education (2023 - 2024)
(1 PD Hr.) Presenters Dr. Tim Dohrer and Dr. Tom Golebiewski define the characteristics and...
Anti-Bias Education (2023 - 2024)
(1 PD Hr.) Presenters Dr. Tim Dohrer and Dr. Tom Golebiewski define the characteristics and behaviors of an anti-bias stance in an educational environment and outline the skills and steps to develop a strong, collaborative anti-bias education program.
Applying Learning Science in the Remote Classroom
(3 PD Hrs.) Dr. Diana Zaleski, Illinois Education Association.
Applying Learning Science in the Remote Classroom
(3 PD Hrs.) Dr. Diana Zaleski, Illinois Education Association. This course introduces practical applications of learning science for the remote classroom.
Assessing Student Learning and Growth
(3 PD Hrs.) In this course the participant will learn how to facilitate teacher analysis of...
Assessing Student Learning and Growth
(3 PD Hrs.) In this course the participant will learn how to facilitate teacher analysis of student data, improve the instructional process to ensure student growth; collaboratively develop an effective assessment framework to ensure learning and...
Assessing the Learning Environment
(3 PD Hrs.) This course will develop the ability to implement an ongoing process for assessing the...
Assessing the Learning Environment
(3 PD Hrs.) This course will develop the ability to implement an ongoing process for assessing the use and management of space and physical resources to maximize student and teacher success, assess and monitor the effect of leadership’s practices and...
Attendance and Student Engagement
(2 PD Hrs.) This mandated course is designed to help educators understand the implications of the...
Attendance and Student Engagement
(2 PD Hrs.) This mandated course is designed to help educators understand the implications of the 2018 amendments to Illinois Senate Bill 3466 or Public Act 100-0810 related to student attendance, engagement, and discipline.
Attendance and Student Engagement (2023 - 2024)
(2 PD Hrs.) This mandated course is designed to help educators understand the implications of the...
Attendance and Student Engagement (2023 - 2024)
(2 PD Hrs.) This mandated course is designed to help educators understand the implications of the 2018 amendments to Illinois Senate Bill 3466 or Public Act 100-0810 related to student attendance, engagement, and discipline.
Authentic Assessment in Early Childhood Part 1
(4 PD Hrs.) Understanding the purposes, characteristics, benefits and processes of authentic...
Authentic Assessment in Early Childhood Part 1
(4 PD Hrs.) Understanding the purposes, characteristics, benefits and processes of authentic assessment are necessary competencies for all early childhood professionals.
Black Girl Blues
(6 PD Hrs.) Black Girl Blues exposes participants to the historical, cultural, and social factors...
Black Girl Blues
(6 PD Hrs.) Black Girl Blues exposes participants to the historical, cultural, and social factors behind girl bullying in the African American culture.
Building a Community of Writers in Grades K-6 Classroom
(3 PD Hrs.) by Taylar Wenzel, Center for the Collaborative Classroom
In this course, the presenter...
Building a Community of Writers in Grades K-6 Classroom
(3 PD Hrs.) by Taylar Wenzel, Center for the Collaborative Classroom
In this course, the presenter shares the "Elements of Effective Instruction Tool" and an overview of the "Writing Workshop".
Bullying and Harassment: Helping Students and Parents (2023 - 2024)
(1 PD Hr.) Judy Brunner and Dennis Lewis will provide participants information related to the...
Bullying and Harassment: Helping Students and Parents (2023 - 2024)
(1 PD Hr.) Judy Brunner and Dennis Lewis will provide participants information related to the ever-changing legal parameters as well as when and how school personnel may intervene.
Childhood Resilience
(2 PD Hrs.) Resilience describes the ability to bounce back from adversity in life.
Childhood Resilience
(2 PD Hrs.) Resilience describes the ability to bounce back from adversity in life. A more comprehensive and complex definition identifies resilience as a protective or positive process that is employed to reduce the negative outcomes that are possible...
Classroom Control and Discipline
(6 PD Hrs.) This course will cover six sections: 1) Rules 2) Procedures 3) Consequences 4) Room...
Classroom Control and Discipline
(6 PD Hrs.) This course will cover six sections: 1) Rules 2) Procedures 3) Consequences 4) Room Arrangements 5) Building Relationships 6) Engaging Instruction
Close Reading in the K-5 Classroom
(2 PD Hrs.) By Jill Brown. Close Reading is a portion of the Text Complexity Model found in the...
Close Reading in the K-5 Classroom
(2 PD Hrs.) By Jill Brown. Close Reading is a portion of the Text Complexity Model found in the Common Core State Standards. This course will define close reading, identify its components, and provide practice and resources for classroom implementation...
Collaborating with Families During Remote Instruction
(3 PD Hrs.) Dr. Diana Zaleski, Illinois Education Association.
Collaborating with Families During Remote Instruction
(3 PD Hrs.) Dr. Diana Zaleski, Illinois Education Association. The purpose of this course is to discuss opportunities for educators to collaborate with and support students and their families during times of remote instruction.
Conducting Assessment Audits
(3 PD Hrs.) The purpose of this course is to introduce educators to the process of conducting...
Conducting Assessment Audits
(3 PD Hrs.) The purpose of this course is to introduce educators to the process of conducting district assessment audits. District assessment audits help educators evaluate assessments and determine which assessments are necessary for essential diagnostic
Creating a Learning Focused Curriculum
(2 PD Hrs.) In this course, participants will learn how to facilitate teacher analysis of the...
Creating a Learning Focused Curriculum
(2 PD Hrs.) In this course, participants will learn how to facilitate teacher analysis of the curriculum selection and development process, provide curriculum-related feedback, and review how to implement processes and procedures that support effective...
Creating a Valid and Reliable Assessment
(2 PD Hrs.) By Daniel Frederking - This course covers best practice in classroom assessment...
Creating a Valid and Reliable Assessment
(2 PD Hrs.) By Daniel Frederking - This course covers best practice in classroom assessment design, creation, and modification of assessments while exploring three phases: Planning for the assessment, designing the assessment, and post-assessment.
Creating Developmentally Appropriate Lesson Plans in PreSchool Setting
(3PD Hrs.) This introductory course will provide teachers with the foundational information needed...
Creating Developmentally Appropriate Lesson Plans in PreSchool Setting
(3PD Hrs.) This introductory course will provide teachers with the foundational information needed to create developmentally appropriate lesson plans for preschool children.
Creating Mentally Healthy Schools
(2 PD Hrs.) by Tim Dohrer and Tom Golebiewski
This course will define mental health and explore...
Creating Mentally Healthy Schools
(2 PD Hrs.) by Tim Dohrer and Tom Golebiewski
This course will define mental health and explore ways of supporting mental health in schools among students, staff, and parents.
Cybersecurity for Educators
(2 PD Hrs.) This course will help educators understand common cybersecurity threats, responses,...
Cybersecurity for Educators
(2 PD Hrs.) This course will help educators understand common cybersecurity threats, responses, security tips and will provide foundational best practices to secure student data.
Cybersecurity for Educators
(2 PD Hrs.) This course will help educators understand common cybersecurity threats, responses,...
Cybersecurity for Educators
(2 PD Hrs.) This course will help educators understand common cybersecurity threats, responses, security tips and will provide foundational best practices to secure student data.
Discipline@Work
by Karen Wagnon, Human Behavior Specialist
(3 PD Hrs.
Discipline@Work
by Karen Wagnon, Human Behavior Specialist
(3 PD Hrs.) In this course, participants will tailor disciplinary strategies to individual temperaments, focusing on proactive approaches that prevent issues, enhance learning, and maintain supportive...
Diverse Learners and Differentiating Instruction
(6 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Joan Rhodes, Virginia Commonwealth University
This course covers five sections...
Diverse Learners and Differentiating Instruction
(6 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Joan Rhodes, Virginia Commonwealth University
This course covers five sections and gives tips on: 1) Differentiation, 2) Cultural and Linguistic, 3) Special Education, 4) Gifted Learners, and 5) Collaborating with Educational...
Domestic and Family Violence (2023 - 2024)
(3 PD Hrs.) By Kathi Neubert and Denise McCaffrey.
Domestic and Family Violence (2023 - 2024)
(3 PD Hrs.) By Kathi Neubert and Denise McCaffrey. This two part course presents: 1) the effects of domestic violence on physical health, mental well-being, students' educational performance; and 2) the impact domestic violence has on children at home,...
Dyslexia 101 for Educators Grades 5-12
(3 PD Hrs.) This online course will guide participants to recognize and identify signs of...
Dyslexia 101 for Educators Grades 5-12
(3 PD Hrs.) This online course will guide participants to recognize and identify signs of dyslexia, interpret and analyze research as well as tips and tricks for best practices.
Dyslexia 101 for Educators Grades K-4
(5 PD Hrs.) This online course will guide participants to recognize and identify signs of...
Dyslexia 101 for Educators Grades K-4
(5 PD Hrs.) This online course will guide participants to recognize and identify signs of dyslexia, interpret and analyze research as well as tips and tricks for best practices.
Effective Conversations
(3 PD Hrs.) By Rachel Z. Fisher. The participants in this course will interpret how conversations,...
Effective Conversations
(3 PD Hrs.) By Rachel Z. Fisher. The participants in this course will interpret how conversations, emotions, motivations, and perceptions with staff will create an environment that can either raise them to higher levels of achievement or push them down
Ensuring Curriculum Alignment
(2 PD Hrs.) In this course, participants will review structures and processes that ensure...
Ensuring Curriculum Alignment
(2 PD Hrs.) In this course, participants will review structures and processes that ensure congruency between curriculum and instruction and effective communication to all stakeholders of the curriculum alignment.
Ensuring Instructional Alignment
(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines the educational leader's role in ensuring alignment of...
Ensuring Instructional Alignment
(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines the educational leader's role in ensuring alignment of instruction to curriculum and assessment.
Evaluating Assessment Alignment
(3 PD Hrs.) This course will help the educational leader demonstrate the ability to provide...
Evaluating Assessment Alignment
(3 PD Hrs.) This course will help the educational leader demonstrate the ability to provide structures and processes that ensure congruency between assessment, curricular content, and instructional methods, effectively communicate to stakeholders a...
Feeling Isolated
(2 PD Hrs.) Dr. Tammy Milby, Virginia Commonwealth University
This course will cover 4 sections:...
Feeling Isolated
(2 PD Hrs.) Dr. Tammy Milby, Virginia Commonwealth University
This course will cover 4 sections: 1) Developing a Relationship with a Mentor 2) Teamwork, 3) Professional Renewal, and 4) Coping with Stress.
Focusing on ADD and ADHD (2023 - 2024)
(2 PD Hrs.) By Michele Carmichael and Julie Evans.
Focusing on ADD and ADHD (2023 - 2024)
(2 PD Hrs.) By Michele Carmichael and Julie Evans. This course will differentiate between issues common to ADD and ADHD, issues not considered ADD and ADHD and provide educators with practical strategies, tools and ideas for a successful student learning.
Focusing on ADHD
(1 PD Hr.) ADHD stands for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.
Focusing on ADHD
(1 PD Hr.) ADHD stands for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. It is a neurodevelopmental disorder that primarily affects children but can persist into adolescence and adulthood.
Introduction to Assessment Literacy
(3 PD Hrs.) By Laura Beltchenko. The National Council on Measurement in Education, American...
Introduction to Assessment Literacy
(3 PD Hrs.) By Laura Beltchenko. The National Council on Measurement in Education, American Federation of Teachers, and National Education Association collaboratively developed the Standards for Teacher Competence in Educational Assessment of Students.
Introduction to Domestic Violence and Its Impact on Children
(1 PD Hr.) Children who witness domestic violence or are victims of abuse themselves are at...
Introduction to Domestic Violence and Its Impact on Children
(1 PD Hr.) Children who witness domestic violence or are victims of abuse themselves are at serious risk for long-term physical and mental health problems.
Journey Toward Anti-Racist Education
(5 PD Hrs.) “In a racist society, it is not enough to be non-racist, we must be anti-racist.
Journey Toward Anti-Racist Education
(5 PD Hrs.) “In a racist society, it is not enough to be non-racist, we must be anti-racist.”
Angela Y.
Leadership@Work Part II - Understanding Needs and Drives to Become a More Effective Leader
(3 PD Hrs.) By Karen Wagon. In this course, the participants will have an understanding and...
Leadership@Work Part II - Understanding Needs and Drives to Become a More Effective Leader
(3 PD Hrs.) By Karen Wagon. In this course, the participants will have an understanding and distinguish the difference between ”internal needs" and "external drives" necessary to become a more effective leader.
Leading Teaching and Learning - Student Engagement
(2 PD Hrs.) By Gail Huizinga - This course supports school leaders' development of stronger...
Leading Teaching and Learning - Student Engagement
(2 PD Hrs.) By Gail Huizinga - This course supports school leaders' development of stronger evaluation skills in recognizing intellectual student engagement in the classroom.
Leading Teaching and Learning: Effective Classroom Discussions
(3 PD Hrs.) By Gail Huzinga. This course strengthens a school leader’s ability to analyze and...
Leading Teaching and Learning: Effective Classroom Discussions
(3 PD Hrs.) By Gail Huzinga. This course strengthens a school leader’s ability to analyze and evaluate effective classroom discussions and discussion techniques used to facilitate a collaborative classroom culture.
Leading Teaching and Learning: Facilitating Outcome-Based Conversations
(3 PD Hrs.) By Gail Huzinga. This course will strengthen a school leader’s ability to facilitate...
Leading Teaching and Learning: Facilitating Outcome-Based Conversations
(3 PD Hrs.) By Gail Huzinga. This course will strengthen a school leader’s ability to facilitate conversations with staff in order to nurture professional growth.
Leading Teaching and Learning: High-Quality Questioning
(4 PD Hrs.) By Gail Huizinga - This course strengthens a school leader’s ability to analyze and...
Leading Teaching and Learning: High-Quality Questioning
(4 PD Hrs.) By Gail Huizinga - This course strengthens a school leader’s ability to analyze and evaluate effective questions and questioning techniques designed to deepen student thinking and learning.
Leading Teaching and Learning: Highly-Effective Instruction
(3 PD Hrs.) By Gail Huizinga - This course supports school leaders’ understanding and...
Leading Teaching and Learning: Highly-Effective Instruction
(3 PD Hrs.) By Gail Huizinga - This course supports school leaders’ understanding and recognition of the instructional shifts present in highly effective classrooms.
Learning Standards in Action - ELA
Classroom Voices is a video series which covers the Illinois Learning Standards and their best...
Learning Standards in Action - ELA
Classroom Voices is a video series which covers the Illinois Learning Standards and their best practices implementation into the classroom. All videos related to ELA standards will be presented in this course for viewing.
Learning Standards in Action - Math
Classroom Voices is a video series which covers the Illinois Learning Standards and their best...
Learning Standards in Action - Math
Classroom Voices is a video series which covers the Illinois Learning Standards and their best practices implementation into the classroom. All videos related to mathematics standards will be presented in this course for viewing.
Learning Standards in Action - Science
Classroom Voices is a video series which covers the Illinois Learning Standards and their best...
Learning Standards in Action - Science
Classroom Voices is a video series which covers the Illinois Learning Standards and their best practices implementation into the classroom. All videos related to the Next Generation Science Standards will be presented in this course for viewing.
Learning Standards in Action - Social Studies
Classroom Voices is a video series which covers the Illinois Learning Standards and their best...
Learning Standards in Action - Social Studies
Classroom Voices is a video series which covers the Illinois Learning Standards and their best practices implementation into the classroom. All videos related to the social studies standards will be presented in this course for viewing.
Lights in the Mirror - How to Conduct Yourself During a Traffic Stop
(0 PD Hrs.) This video will cover how to conduct yourself during a traffic stop by the police.
Lights in the Mirror - How to Conduct Yourself During a Traffic Stop
(0 PD Hrs.) This video will cover how to conduct yourself during a traffic stop by the police.
Managing Data Literacy Systems
(3 PD Hrs.) In the Managing Data Literacy Systems course, the participant will learn skills to...
Managing Data Literacy Systems
(3 PD Hrs.) In the Managing Data Literacy Systems course, the participant will learn skills to provide tools and processes for the ongoing monitoring, analysis, and ease of use of data; ensure system capacity meets identified and future needs for effectiv
Measuring Student Growth
(3 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Diana Zaleski, Illinois Education Association.
Measuring Student Growth
(3 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Diana Zaleski, Illinois Education Association. The purpose of measuring student’s academic growth is to immediately inform the instructional process in order to increase student learning and close achievement gaps.
Meeting All Academic Needs
(2 PD Hrs.) In this course, the participant will examine the structures and processes that ensure...
Meeting All Academic Needs
(2 PD Hrs.) In this course, the participant will examine the structures and processes that ensure congruency between curriculum content, instructional methods, and assessment to meet all academic needs.
Non-Certified Staff Working with IEP Students
(1 PD Hrs.) This course covers the laws and regulation concerning the policies and guidelines...
Non-Certified Staff Working with IEP Students
(1 PD Hrs.) This course covers the laws and regulation concerning the policies and guidelines districts must follow concerning supervising and training non-certified personnel and volunteers who will be working with students with IEPs.
Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy - Coaching Tools
(2 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board. This course describes the Official SAT Practice on...
Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy - Coaching Tools
(2 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board. This course describes the Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy Coach Tools, how to access them, and how to use them to support students.
Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy - Introduction
(2 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board. This course explains how educators can use Official...
Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy - Introduction
(2 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board. This course explains how educators can use Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy to support students as they build their college and career readiness skills.
Paraprofessional Training & Resources
This informational service has been created for paraprofessionals.
Paraprofessional Training & Resources
This informational service has been created for paraprofessionals. The intent of this ELN service is to be used as a resource, not as a strict set of “rules” that must be followed.
Personalized Professional Development
(5 PD Hrs.) By Adam Geisen and Mike Wielgus, Triad CUSD #2.
Personalized Professional Development
(5 PD Hrs.) By Adam Geisen and Mike Wielgus, Triad CUSD #2. This course guides the participant in creating a personalized professional development planning model driven by an analysis of available data and the interests/needs of the professional staff.
PLC's Part I - Laying the Foundation for Student Achievement
(4 PD Hrs.) By Sue Workman - This course provides an overview of the foundations of Professional...
PLC's Part I - Laying the Foundation for Student Achievement
(4 PD Hrs.) By Sue Workman - This course provides an overview of the foundations of Professional Learning Communities. Participants can examine the current realities of their school/district in order to assess their readiness to implement or improve PLC p
Proactive Paraprofessional
(2 PD Hrs.) Participants in this course will examine, identify and analyze the roles and...
Proactive Paraprofessional
(2 PD Hrs.) Participants in this course will examine, identify and analyze the roles and responsibilities of an effective paraprofessional and will utilize instructional strategies and assess behavioral strategies and/or activities that provide support...
Promoting Collaborative Instruction
(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines the importance of collaboration in providing effective instruction.
Promoting Collaborative Instruction
(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines the importance of collaboration in providing effective instruction.
Providing Effective Instruction
(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines the components of effective instruction, and how leadership can...
Providing Effective Instruction
(2 PD Hrs.) This course examines the components of effective instruction, and how leadership can support its implementation.
PSAT 10: Checking College and Career Readiness
(3 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board
This course will review the knowledge and skills...
PSAT 10: Checking College and Career Readiness
(3 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board
This course will review the knowledge and skills assessed on the PSAT 10, and compare them with content assessed on the SAT.
PSAT 8/9: Checking College and Career Readiness
(3 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board. This course will review the knowledge and skills...
PSAT 8/9: Checking College and Career Readiness
(3 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board. This course will review the knowledge and skills assessed on the PSAT 8/9 and compare them with content assessed on the SAT.
Restorative Practices - Academic Circles
(4 PD Hrs.) By Judy Brunner. This course will demonstrate elementary, middle, and high school...
Restorative Practices - Academic Circles
(4 PD Hrs.) By Judy Brunner. This course will demonstrate elementary, middle, and high school students and teachers implementing academic circles.
Restorative Practices - Counseling Circles
(4 PD Hrs.) By Judy Brunner - This course shares the origin, procedures, benefits, and emphasis of...
Restorative Practices - Counseling Circles
(4 PD Hrs.) By Judy Brunner - This course shares the origin, procedures, benefits, and emphasis of restorative practices using counseling circles. Participants will be able to differentiate between traditional and restorative discipline practices.
Restorative Practices - Extracurricular Circles
(2 PD Hrs.) This course will demonstrate the use of restorative circles with a student government...
Restorative Practices - Extracurricular Circles
(2 PD Hrs.) This course will demonstrate the use of restorative circles with a student government organization and a cheerleading team as both groups set goals and work through problems and conflict resolution.
Results Oriented Teaching and Learning
(2 PD Hrs) A results-oriented culture is an environment in which everyone is accountable for the...
Results Oriented Teaching and Learning
(2 PD Hrs) A results-oriented culture is an environment in which everyone is accountable for the personal and collective growth of all members of the learning community.
Role of the School Nurse in the IEP Process (2023 - 2024)
(0.5 PD Hrs.) By Martha Peebles - This course outlines school nurse’s role in the Individualized...
Role of the School Nurse in the IEP Process (2023 - 2024)
(0.5 PD Hrs.) By Martha Peebles - This course outlines school nurse’s role in the Individualized Education Plans (IEP) process using video scenarios and reflective activities.
SAT Suite of Assessments - History/Social Studies
(2 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board. This is a course that explores the Analysis in...
SAT Suite of Assessments - History/Social Studies
(2 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board. This is a course that explores the Analysis in History/Social Studies cross-test score on the SAT Suite of Assessments.
SAT Suite of Assessments - Math
(3 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board. This is a deep-dive into the Math Section of the SAT...
SAT Suite of Assessments - Math
(3 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board. This is a deep-dive into the Math Section of the SAT Suite of Assessments. Participants will review test specifications, sample questions, and explore instructional strategies to build student skills.
SAT Suite of Assessments - Overview
(2 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board. This is an introduction to the SAT Suite of...
SAT Suite of Assessments - Overview
(2 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board. This is an introduction to the SAT Suite of Assessments. Learn about the knowledge and skills assessed, scores, and benefits of the Suite.
SAT Suite of Assessments - Science
(3 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board. This is a course that explores the Analysis in...
SAT Suite of Assessments - Science
(3 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board. This is a course that explores the Analysis in Science cross-test score on the SAT Suite of Assessments.
SAT Suite of Assessments - Using Scores and Reports to Inform Instruction
(2 PD Hrs) By Martha Morris, College Board. This course describes the scores and reports available...
SAT Suite of Assessments - Using Scores and Reports to Inform Instruction
(2 PD Hrs) By Martha Morris, College Board. This course describes the scores and reports available in the K-12 Score Reporting Portal and suggests how to use the reports to improve student outcomes.
SAT Suite of Assessments-Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (ERW)
(2 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board. This is a deep-dive into the Evidence-Based Reading...
SAT Suite of Assessments-Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (ERW)
(2 PD Hrs.) By Martha Morris, College Board. This is a deep-dive into the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing Section of the SAT Suite of Assessments.
Seizures - IL Public Act 101-0050 (2023-2024)
(1 PD Hrs.) By Ayesha Akhtar
In this mandated course, participants will be introduced to the many...
Seizures - IL Public Act 101-0050 (2023-2024)
(1 PD Hrs.) By Ayesha Akhtar
In this mandated course, participants will be introduced to the many types of seizures, what triggers seizures, medication, and treatment options.
SLO Process for Measuring Student Learning
(3 PD Hrs.) By Deb Greaney. This course provides a definition, benefits, and an overview of the...
SLO Process for Measuring Student Learning
(3 PD Hrs.) By Deb Greaney. This course provides a definition, benefits, and an overview of the SLO process, and the role an SLO can play as part of a teacher evaluation framework.
Social Emotional Learning: What, Why, and How
(1 PD Hr.) In this course, participants will apply the definitions of Social and Emotional...
Social Emotional Learning: What, Why, and How
(1 PD Hr.) In this course, participants will apply the definitions of Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) and how the Illinois SEL Standards are arranged, articulating the importance of incorporating SEL in the classroom.
Student Centeredness
(3 PD Hrs) This course will enable participants to demonstrate best practices, behaviors, and the...
Student Centeredness
(3 PD Hrs) This course will enable participants to demonstrate best practices, behaviors, and the ability to implement effective student-centeredness approaches and policies. Presented by Gina Hopper Fulton.
Study Skills Integrated & Aligned to Learning Styles
(2 PD Hrs.) Participants in this course will compare and contrast study skills for the three...
Study Skills Integrated & Aligned to Learning Styles
(2 PD Hrs.) Participants in this course will compare and contrast study skills for the three common learning styles (visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners); produce and integrate these strategies/activities that are best for each type of learner.
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos HS Social Studies
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of...
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos HS Social Studies
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allow educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation.
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos Grade 1
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of...
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos Grade 1
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allow educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation.
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos Grade 2
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of...
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos Grade 2
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation.
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos Grade 3
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of...
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos Grade 3
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation.
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos Grade 4 ELA/Reading
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of...
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos Grade 4 ELA/Reading
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation.
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos Grade 4 Mathematics
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of...
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos Grade 4 Mathematics
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation.
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos Grade 4 Science
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of...
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos Grade 4 Science
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation.
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos Grade 6
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of...
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos Grade 6
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation.
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos Grade 7
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of...
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos Grade 7
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation.
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos Grade K
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of...
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos Grade K
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allow educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation.
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos HS ELA/Reading
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of...
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos HS ELA/Reading
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation.
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos HS Mathematics
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of...
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos HS Mathematics
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation.
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos HS Science
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of...
Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos HS Science
(Pd Hrs. Awarded Locally) The Teacher Evaluation Calibration Videos are a collection of professionally created videos of classrooms instruction that allows educators locally to collaborate, practice and calibrate teacher evaluation.
Teaching Strategies and Practices
(6 PD Hrs.) Dr. Tammy Milby, Virginia Commonwealth University.
Teaching Strategies and Practices
(6 PD Hrs.) Dr. Tammy Milby, Virginia Commonwealth University. This course will cover four sections: 1) Engagement 2) Questioning 3) Learning Formats 4) Feedback and will provide educators with practical classroom instructional strategies, tools, and...
Time Management for Teachers
(4 PD Hrs.) Dr. Loraine Stewart. This course introduces the participant to techniques that help...
Time Management for Teachers
(4 PD Hrs.) Dr. Loraine Stewart. This course introduces the participant to techniques that help with personal organization of schedules, setting of priorities, and carrying out goals related to teaching.
Transforming Lessons and Learning Through Technology Integration
(3 PD Hrs.) By Aida Awad. This course will guide classroom educators as they journey along a...
Transforming Lessons and Learning Through Technology Integration
(3 PD Hrs.) By Aida Awad. This course will guide classroom educators as they journey along a pathway toward implementing SAMR levels and 21st Century Skills into an instructional technology integrated lesson.
Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences
(2 PD Hrs.) Dr. Diana Zaleski, Illinois Education Association.
Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences
(2 PD Hrs.) Dr. Diana Zaleski, Illinois Education Association. This course introduces educators to Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and explains the impact these traumatic experiences have on health and behavioral outcomes for children.
Understanding SB100 and Student Discipline (2023 - 2024)
(2 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Diana Zaleski. This is an introductory course designed to help educators...
Understanding SB100 and Student Discipline (2023 - 2024)
(2 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Diana Zaleski. This is an introductory course designed to help educators understand the implications of Illinois Senate Bill 100 (Public Act 099-0456) on local discipline policy and practices. Dr.
Unmotivated Students
(2 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Loraine Stewart, Virginia Commonwealth University.
Unmotivated Students
(2 PD Hrs.) By Dr. Loraine Stewart, Virginia Commonwealth University. This course will cover three sections: 1) Motivating From the Inside Out, 2) Overcoming the Myths of Motivation, 3) Motivating Classroom; and will provide educators with practical clas
Using SAT Data to Inform Improvement
(3 PD Hrs.) By Deb Greaney. This course provides an overview of the types and uses of data from...
Using SAT Data to Inform Improvement
(3 PD Hrs.) By Deb Greaney. This course provides an overview of the types and uses of data from the SAT K-12 Reporting Portal. Processes for examining that data and making reliable, informed decisions to guide school improvement and accountability, curr
ELN Webinars
Learn from educational experts from across the country about important issues of the day.
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AI for Academic Excellence: Unleashing the power of tech in your classroom
November 13, 2023
AI for Academic Excellence: Unleashing the power of tech in your classroom
From ChatGPT to Snapchat’s My AI, new artificial intelligence (AI) is making its way into our students' lives. And AI isn’t only changing students' experiences online, but it's revolutionizing the classroom experience too. Are you ready to learn how to use AI to take your classroom experience to the next level? Get ready for an interactive session where you'll learn practical ways to integrate AI tools, like ChatGPT and others, into your professional career for even greater success and ease.
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Being a Literacy Leader: Understanding the Comprehensive Illinois Literacy Plan (High School)
February 28, 2024
Being a Literacy Leader: Understanding the Comprehensive Illinois Literacy Plan (High School)
The state of Illinois has a new comprehensive literacy plan. What does this mean for school leaders? This webinar is designed to give administrators the information they need to understand what is in the Illinois Comprehensive Literacy Plan and help them identify the key leadership moves they may need to make to lead the literacy work in their schools.
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Best Practices in Applying MTSS to Improve Systems, Staff, and Student Outcomes
March 27, 2024
Best Practices in Applying MTSS to Improve Systems, Staff, and Student Outcomes
Applying MTSS to system-wide improvement is key to implementing sustainable practices in schools and school districts. Various stakeholders can use the MTSS framework, which is data-driven, to facilitate continuous improvement of systems and structures. Additionally, MTSS as a framework can determine professional learning as it relates to adults' and students' academic, behavioral, and social and emotional needs.
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Classroom Management II
November 15, 2023
Classroom Management II
This webinar will provide additional techniques for managing a classroom. Some specific information will be shared in handling particularly difficult students and underperforming classes. Multiple techniques will be shared to restart or re-engage students and classes.
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Curriculum Violence
January 24, 2024
Curriculum Violence
At its inception in 2010, Ighodaro and Wiggins defined curriculum violence as, “the deliberate manipulation of academic programming which compromises the intellectual or psychological well-being of learners.” Over the years we have come to know that intent matters very little when gauging the impact that curriculum violence has on learners. In this webinar, we will unpack how curriculum violence serves to create additional harm to marginalized groups within what should be the safety and sanctity of classrooms.
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Evidence-Driven Classroom Walkthroughs: 7 Keys to Sustainable Impact
February 14, 2024
Evidence-Driven Classroom Walkthroughs: 7 Keys to Sustainable Impact
This webinar will explore how to schedule time for classroom visits and deal with interruptions when "blocking off time" isn't working out. We will look at the three roles for differentiated feedback conversations that change teacher practice. We will also examine how to maximize teachers' intrinsic motivation with evidence-driven, open-ended questions. I will share best practices and case studies for building a long-term habit of visiting classrooms 500 times a year. Finally, we will cover the walkthrough myths and misconceptions that hold leaders back from having the greatest possible impact.
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Restful Nights, Resilient Days: How the VEN Nurtures Educators
April 3, 2024
Restful Nights, Resilient Days: How the VEN Nurtures Educators
Join this session to learn about The Virtual Educator Network (The VEN). The VEN is a virtual, interactive, and transformative experience for educators throughout the country. This research based model provides unparalleled support and offers an innovative PD experience to help educators thrive, ultimately ensuring a more restful and fulfilling professional journey, and successful outcomes for students.