Learning in Action: Strategies to Increase Student Engagement and Participation

**New Course**

Summer 2026: July 27^th-31^st

Instructor: Kim Kittredge, kkittredgeliips@gmail.com

Class Description:

Increasing student engagement requires shifting from passive listening to active learning through the use of varied modes of instruction.  Through this course, educators will work on strategies like Think-Pair-Share, small-group collaboration, and inquiry-based tasks. Teachers will learn how to boost participation by cultivating positive, inclusive learning environments, integrating technology effectively, and connecting instruction to real-world contexts. Educators will work on key practices that include scaffolding, incorporating polls or games, and offering structured choices to support student autonomy. This course is a must for all educators grades K-12.