This course explores the creation of a classroom community that meets the needs of all students, including learners with disabilities and learners with diverse backgrounds. Suitable all educators K-12. A primary objective of this course is to help teachers understand how the Building a Classroom Community approach boosts children’s social and academic skills while reducing behavior problems. Particpants completing this course will: • Receive materials, readings and research relevant to building a classroom community • Learn how to develop strategies that will enable all students to participate in group activities and explore team building activities • Morning Meeting Approach • Investigate the Responsive Classroom approach to discipline • Gather practical tips to try in your classroom right away ON-LINE (3 credits/45 hours) in-service credit only

This course explores the broad applications and utility of the iPad as a classroom teaching device and technology use within the classroom. Practical instruction provides strategies and skills for effective classroom integration. Learn how to successfully integrate the iPad and other programs into the K-12 classroom with this course. ON-LINE (3credits/45hours) In-service credit only