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Graduate Credit: All PLS 3rd Learning courses provide 3 graduate credit hours from Marygrove College.

Alignments: All courses are aligned to Charlotte Danielson’s Framework for Teaching. See course descriptions for specific alignments.

Class Formats: Online: Fully facilitated with individual feedback from the instructor and classmates. On-site: Interactive sessions with meaningful applications, led by experienced instructors.

Tuition: Online: $725 On-site: $615(additional material fees may apply)

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Action Research for the Classroom™ √Behavioral, Academic, and Social Interventions for the Classroom™ √Blended and Synchronous Learning Design™ √Brain-Based Ways We Think and Learn™ √Building Online Collaborative Environments® √Classroom Management: Orchestrating a Community of Learners® √Cultural Competence: A Transformative Journey™ √Differentiated Instruction for Today’s Classroom® √Educating the Net-Generation™ √Facilitating Online Learning Communities™ √Foundations of Literacy: Beginning Reading™ √ Instructional Design for Online Educators™ √Meaningful Activities to Generate Interesting Classrooms™ √Simulations and Gaming Technologies for the Classroom™ √Strategies for the Inclusive Classroom™ √Student Engagement and Standards-Based Learning™ √Successful Teaching for Acceptance of Responsibility® √ √Teaching the English Language Learner™ √Teaching Through Learning Channels™ √ √

Fall 2014 Course Offerings

Online On-siteClass Formats:

PLS 3rd Learning reserves the right to change any and all offerings.All students enrolled in degree-seeking or certificate programs at any higher education institutions should consult their advisors as to the transferability of credits.

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Examine your instructional practices and explore the benefits of action research. Showcase your findings in an action research report that includes how you will improve your current practices.

EDU5512 Action Research for the Classroom™

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1A, 1D 2B 4A, 4E, 4F

Session 1:September 9 – November 3Ryan Zellner, Instructor

Session 2:October 7 – December 1Emily L. Young, Instructor

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Design effective universal and targeted interventions that support student resiliency and meet the expectations of a Response to Intervention (RTI) classroom.

EDU5502 Behavioral, Academic, and Social Interventions for the Classroom™

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 1E 2A, 2B, 2C, 2D 3A, 3B, 3C, 3D, 3E 4A, 4B, 4C, 4E, 4F

Dearborn – Comfort InnOctober 24 – October 26,November 7 – November 9Friday 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.,Sat./Sun. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Mark Muscat, Instructor

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Explore online blended and synchronous e-learning environments, the development process, and considerations for implementation of each.

Explore the thinking skills of induction, deduction, analysis, and synthesis. Discover how an enriched and brain-compatible environment enhances learning.

EDU5514 Blended and Synchronous Learning Design™

EDU585 Brain-Based Ways We Think and Learn™

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 1E, 1F 2B 3C, 3D 4A, 4D, 4E, 4F

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1B, 1E 2B 3C, 3D, 3E 4A, 4E, 4F

Session 1:September 9 – November 3Christine Clark, Instructor

Session 2:October 7 – December 1Christine Clark, Instructor

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Southfield – Lawrence Technological UniversityOctober 10 – 11, 17 – 18, 24 – 25Friday 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.,Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Michael Hands, Instructor

Whittemore – Prescott Area High SchoolNovember 21 – November 23,December 5 – December 7Friday 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.,Sat./Sun. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Paul Billeter, Instructor

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Experience the Web as a means of constructing new knowledge through conversation, networking, and collaboration. This course focuses on currently available tools and their utilization.

Explore basic techniques for orchestrating an effective learning environment where instruction flows smoothly, student misbehavior is minimized, and the potential for learning is maximized.

EDU5513 Building Online Collaborative Environments®

EDU560 Classroom Management: Orchestrating a Community of Learners®

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1A, 1B, 1C, 1D 2A, 2B 3A, 3C, 3D, 3E 4A, 4D, 4E, 4F

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1B, 1D, 1E 2A, 2B, 2C, 2D, 2E 3A, 3C, 3E 4A, 4B, 4C, 4E, 4F

Session 1:September 9 – November 3Pam O’Risky, Instructor

Session 2:October 7 – December 1Nancy Sharoff, Instructor

Session 1:September 9 – November 3Kelly Fortney, Instructor

Session 2:October 7 – December 1Mindy Lower, Instructor

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Explore the framework “know yourself, your students, and your practice” to understand your role in student achievement and as an agent of change for social justice.

Acquire key knowledge, skills, and strategies to differentiate instruction in your classroom.

EDU5501 Cultural Competence: A Transformative Journey™

EDU566 Differentiated Instruction for Today’s Classroom®

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1B, 1D 2A, 2B 3A, 3B, 3C, 3E 4A, 4C, 4D, 4E, 4F

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 1E, 1F 2A, 2B, 2D 3A, 3B, 3C, 3D, 3E 4A, 4B, 4C, 4E, 4F

Session 1:October 7 – December 1Judy Lalli, Instructor

Session 1:September 9 – November 3Kim Whitchurch, Instructor

Session 2:October 7 – December 1Lisa Lebo, Instructor

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Explore and apply innovative techniques that align with the values of the Net-Generation, including advances in technology, a team approach, and social networking.

Discover and practice the skills of effective online facilitation necessary to nurture a successful online learning community, manage myriad facilitator roles, and communicate positively and effectively.

EDU5515 Educating the Net-Generation™

EDU5506 Facilitating Online Learning Communities™

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 1E 2A, 2B, 2D 3A, 3B, 3C, 3E 4A, 4D, 4E, 4F

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 1E, 1F 2A, 2B, 2C, 2D 3A, 3B, 3C, 3D, 3E 4A, 4B, 4E, 4F

Session 1:September 9 – November 3Margaret Broderick, Instructor

Session 2:October 7 – December 1Pat Hutton, Instructor

Session 1:September 9 – November 3Beth Currey, Instructor

Session 2:October 7 – December 1Kim Syvertsen, Instructor

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Examine the National Reading Panel and International Reading Association’s components of reading. Create reading lesson plans and hands-on activities that include these reading components to increase reading fluency and motivation.

Analyze instructional design theories and approaches in the e-learning environment. Apply the basics of instructional design, discover philosophies of e-learning, and explore multimedia, interaction, and delivery tools for online courses.

EDU5310 Foundations of Literacy: Beginning Reading™

EDU533 Instructional Design for Online Educators™

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1A, 1C, 1E, 1F 2B 3A, 3C, 3D 4A, 4E, 4F

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 1E, 1F 2B 3A, 3C, 3D 4A, 4B, 4E, 4F

Session 1:September 9 – November 3Amy Greene, Instructor

Session 1:September 9 – November 3Norma Grassini-Komara, Instructor

Session 2:October 7 – December 1Anna Schwein, Instructor

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Acquire firsthand experience designing new and interesting activity-based lessons that unlock the creative minds of students and teachers alike.

Discover contemporary gaming technologies, their pedagogical models, and how they may be used for learning.

EDU589 Meaningful Activities to Generate Interesting Classrooms™

EDU5511 Simulations and Gaming Technologies for the Classroom™

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1A, 1B, 1C, 1E, 1F 2A, 2B, 2C 3A, 3C, 3D 4A, 4E, 4F

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1A, 1B, 1C, 1D 2A, 2B 3A, 3C 4A, 4E, 4F

Session 1:September 9 – November 3Max Laing, Instructor

Session 2:October 7 – December 1Max Laing, Instructor

Class Offerings

Clinton Township – ConCorde InnNovember 7 – 9, 21 – 23Friday 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.,Sat./Sun. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Brett VanDrew, Instructor

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Establish an inclusive classroom community that ensures meaningful learning for all students. Explore strategies, resources, and instructional practices designed to support success in an inclusive classroom.

Optimize student engagement and achievement by developing high-yield learning activities aligned to standards and process skills. Experience a variety of standards-based activities (aligned with CCSS) for use in your classroom.

EDU5520 Strategies for the Inclusive Classroom™

EDU5519 Student Engagement and Standards-Based Learning™

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 1E, 1F 2A, 2B, 2D 3A, 3C, 3D, 3E 4A, 4B, 4C, 4D, 4E, 4F

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1A, 1B, 1C, 1E, 1F 2B 3A, 3C, 3D 4A, 4E, 4F

Warren, MI – Baymont InnNovember 7 – 9, 21 – 23Friday 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.,Sat./Sun. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Renee Kotzian, Instructor

Southfield – Lawrence Technological UniversityNovember 14– 15, 21 – 22, December 5 – 6Friday 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.,Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Michael Hands, Instructor

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Create a classroom environment in which responsible behavior is modeled, taught, and supported. Empower students to become self-directed and responsible learners positioned for success.

EDU502 Successful Teaching for Acceptance of Responsibility®

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1B, 1C, 1D, 1E 2A, 2B, 2C, 2D 3A, 3B, 3C, 3E 4A, 4B, 4E, 4F

Session 1:September 9 – November 3Mindy Lower, Instructor

Session 2:October 7 – December 1Debbie Johnson, Instructor

Class Offerings

Canton – Comfort SuitesOctober 24 – 25, November 7 – 8, 14 – 15Friday 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.,Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Diana Olds, Instructor

Dearborn – Comfort Inn November 21 – November 23,December 5 – December 7Friday 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.,Sat./Sun. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Mark Muscat, Instructor

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Design academic content to guide English language learners toward linguistic proficiency.

EDU5500 Teaching the English Language Learner™

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 1E, 1F 2A, 2B 3A, 3B, 3C, 3D, 3E 4A, 4C, 4E, 4F

Session 1:October 7 – December 1Brooke Thurston, Instructor

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Explore the natural channels for learning and discover strategies that use the various learning modalities and styles. Investigate sensory, perceptual, organizational, and temperament style preferences and how they impact learning and motivation.

EDU584 Teaching Through Learning Channels™

Danielson’s Framework Alignments:

1A, 1B, 1D, 1E, 1F 2A, 2B 3A, 3C, 3E 4A, 4E, 4F

Session 1:September 9 – November 3Kathryn Ellis, Instructor

Session 2:October 7 – December 1Sandra Webb, Instructor

Class Offerings

Ann Arbor – Site TBDOctober 24 – 26, November 7 – 9Friday 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.,Sat./Sun. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Jeanne Dial, Instructor

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