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Early Childhood: Family Centered Services
Tuition: $295
EDUC 58080 • 2 credits • Alaska Pacific University • Graded A-F
Instructor: Aumony Dahl
This course is designed to give you a new perspective on serving the needs of young children and their families. In this course you will learn what is meant by family-centered services as it applies to diverse systems of care, gain an understanding of family diversity, and explore the major stress factors facing families today. We will discuss the theoretical basis for family-centered services, as well as reflect on current research and best practice. Family-Centered Services will also examine the role of early childhood educators and explore ways to build partnerships with parents and create communities of care—for the benefit of our children, and ultimately society as a whole.
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Why DI?: An Introduction to Differentiated Instruction
Tuition: $395
EDUC 58079 • 3 credits • Alaska Pacific University • Graded A-F
Instructor: Steve Dahl
This course is designed to give you an understanding of the framework of and need for creating supportive learning environments for diverse learning populations. In this course you will learn what is meant by Differentiated Instruction (DI) and the common myths associated with creating the differentiated classroom. We will discuss the legal, theoretical, and pedagogical foundations in the field of education that support the utilization of differentiated instructional practices and principles. We will reflect on best practices and national trends in the design of the educational setting to meet the needs of a diverse learning population. Why DI?: An Introduction to Differentiated Instruction will also provide connections to a variety of concepts, variables, and resources that will assist practitioners in aligning their own professional practices with those found in the differentiated classroom.
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The 21st Century Classroom
Tuition: $295
EDUC 59770 • 2 credits • Alaska Pacific University • Graded A-F
Instructor: Dan Sparkman
The 21st Century Classroom will present all the latest information and technology showing new approaches to teaching and exploring how classrooms can change to meet the needs of each student. Schools that are reaching students will incorporate project-based curriculum; team building; and work-related and community-based learning to engage students.
Teaching Effectively Online
Tuition: $420 (Tuition: $395 Materials: $25)
EDUC 58075 • 3 credits • APU • Graded Pass/No Pass
Instructor: Frank Odasz
A practical introduction to the emerging best practices in online distance learning including a review of newer platforms and new Web 2.0 tools. This course surveys the dominating K-12 Internet curriculum design methods for creating effective web-based lesson units, to include but not limited to; self-paced online courses, “live” and archived webinars, and asynchronous video courses. An emphasis will be on learning to incorporate existing rich media content as a strategy to minimize the time required to generate new online courses. Emerging careers for online teachers and the impacts of innovative commercial e-learning businesses will be reviewed.
Social Media for Educators
Tuition: $420 (Tuition: $395 Materials: $25)
EDUC 58073 • 3 credits • APU • Graded Pass/No Pass
Instructor: Frank Odasz
A practical hands-on introduction to purposeful educational applications related to the booming social media phenomenon. Participants will learn by doing, as we explore key tools and trends, including cultural expression and village sustainability, and smarter info-diets as the basis for 21st Century Alaskan lifestyles. Participants will explore the digital counterparts for character education, civic engagement, service learning, entrepreneurship, and effective communication using many new media tools.
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21st Century Workforce Readiness
Tuition: $420 (Tuition: $395 Materials: $25)
EDUC 58074 • 3 credits • APU • Graded Pass/No Pass
Instructor: Frank Odasz
This 21st Century Workforce Readiness online course integrates digital literacy, civic engagement through community service, and broadband entrepreneurship, with careful attention to the unique needs and interests of all participants. This unique course is suitable for educators teaching at all levels; elementary, middle school, high school, alternative high school, and programs for youth “not in school.” Growing an entrepreneurial culture, starting in primary grades, is necessary for the fundamental cultural shift that new broadband in Alaskan villages and communities enables.
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Early Childhood: Infant & Toddler Mental Health: Issues & Information for Educators
Tuition: $295
EDUC 58069 • 2 credits • Alaska Pacific University • Graded A-F
Instructor: Aumony Dahl
This course is designed to help educators achieve a better understanding of infant and toddler mental health, child development, and strategies that can be used to promote positive relationships with children and their families. This course provides information that will help the learner understand and identify his or her role as a child care provider, educator, and early childhood professional. Infant & Toddler Mental Health provides research-based information on child development, attachment, temperament, and curriculum. This course also lists resources for both teachers and parents who would like more help or information about infant and toddler mental health.
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