The contemporary news cycle seems unprecedented. Previous generations were not faced with frequent mass school shootings, the #MeToo movement, or dealing with the complexities of gender identity. Of course, many of our current hot topics are perennial issues, such as immigration policy...
Read moreParticipants in this course will learn practical strategies that will help you create a positive teaching and learning environment. The class will focus on how to set clear expectations; how to create and implement a positive behavior reinforcement plan; how to respond to student...
Read moreThis course provides students with the theories and tools necessary developing a business plan that is both practical and supportive of values and vision. Directors or aspiring directors will be required to examine the visions/mission statements of their schools and...
Read moreThis course presents a creative approach to teaching through a wide range of strategies and research-based methods that may be applied to classrooms by teachers. Learner creativity will be examined and the fostering of learner creative strengths by educators will be investigated. Course content...
Read moreThis course will inform today’s educators on the many varied roles technology can play in the classroom. In addition to this, it will instruct participants on the effective implementation of these technologies to aide in student mastery, engagement, and assessment. With this, course content will...
Read moreUsing current case studies, this course provides participants with the tools necessary to navigate the serious issues facing the American school system. From potential violence, to bullying, to disciplinary procedures, the course will encourage participants to evaluate their attitudes and...
Read moreThis course develops understanding of various aspects of cross-cultural contact with traditional and nontraditional families and diverse populations. Course content examines communities, language, culture, and other factors that affect student learning and development. Strategies for maintaining...
Read moreThis course explores current issues and obstacles faced by the secondary educator. Through constructive conversation and scholarly review, participants will take a critical look at topics which impact their own personal instruction as well as the overall climate of secondary education within the...
Read moreThe course explores the influence of culture and values on learner behavior, actions, and judgment. Course content focuses the critical issues within diverse contemporary classrooms, such as class, language, race, ethnicity, and ability. Topics emphasize understanding the influence of home,...
Read moreAre your lessons feeling a bit stale? Are you eager to shake up your classroom?
Design Thinking is an innovative creative process that will help you design thoughtful lessons that are both ripe with Jewish content and loads of fun!
In this course, we will learn the key...