An overview of the research and practice of current Best Practices in the field of education and how that is translated effectively into the classroom. Aligned to CPS REACH Standards.

  Online- Week of June 27-August 29    10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week) 

 The cost is $209.00

(OPTIONAL: 3 Graduate credits through an NCATE-accredited university are available for an additional $135, to be paid to be paid online after the first class).

                                                                   Textbook:

Teach Like a Champion by Doug Lemov (pbk) $20.95 (Amazon) ISBN 0470550473.

 A review of the research on remote teaching, and the identification  of effective strategies for transitioning from  remote learning back to the classroom. Implications and consideration of social factors, planning for change, building motivation, confidence and assisting struggling students while creating yet another new context for community. 

The cost is $209.00; 3 Graduate credits through an NCATE-accredited university are available for an additional $135, to be paidonline after the first class. Access to course website and e-textbook ranges from $40-80.

  Online- Week of June 27-August 29    10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week) 

The cost for 3 lane credits and 45 PD clock hours is $209.00;

(OPTIONAL: 3 Graduate credits through an NCATE-accredited university are available for an additional $135, to be paid to be paid online after the first class). Access to course website and e-textbook ranges from $40-80. 

                      Online- Week of  June 27-Aug 31   10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week) 

 NOTE: CLASS OFFERED FOR GRADUATE CREDIT. The total costfor this class is $344 for 45 PD Clock Hours and 3 Graduate credits through our  NCATE-accredited university partner. You will pay $209 to JBV and pay the additional $135 to the university we will send you.

LBS -required course 

Advanced teaching methods, materials, and intervention strategies for teaching learners with special needs in a variety of educational settings. Emphasis will be placed on case study development and strategies for modifying and adapting the curriculum, instruction, and lesson plans for students educated in inclusive classrooms.                        

Online- (Bi-weekly virtual sessionsSaturday mornings)

  Online- Week of June 27-August 29    10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week) 

 An overview of the research on teaching reluctant learners: skills and strategies across the curriculum; consideration of social factors, choice and control, building motivation and confidence and assisting struggling students.

               Online- Week of June 27-August 29    10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week)  

The cost is $209.00 for 3 Lane Credits and 45 PD Clock Hours

(OPTIONAL: 3 Graduate credits through an NCATE-accredited university are available for an additional $135, to be paid to be paid online after the first class).

 Textbook:

 The Highly Engaged Classroom, Robert Marzano, ed., Corwin Press, Thousand Oaks, CA, ISBN  # 9781-4129-5335-1

The role of culture in the United States educational system. Examination of behavioral expectations and
learning styles of students of different cultural backgrounds. Analysis of the impact that cultural diversity
has on the development of educational programs.

    Online- Week of June 27-August 29    10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week) 

 The cost for endorsement classes is $209.00 plus $135 for 3 Graduate credits through our accredited university, to be paid online after the first class.

Textbook: Gollnick, D. M. & Chinn, P. C. (2017). Multicultural Education in a Pluralistic Society (10^th Ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.

Exploration of second language learning and acquisition theories as they pertain to ESL instruction. Sociolinguistic and sociocultural issues related to the teaching of English as a second language are also investigated.

  Online- Week of June 27-August 29    10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week) 

 The cost for endorsement classes is $209.00 plus $135 for 3 Graduate credits through our accredited university, to be paid online after the first class. 

An overview of the development and submission of proposals for government and private funding. Each student will develop a proposal for potential submission to a funding agency. The course also focuses on searches for funding sources, administration of funded projects, and evaluation of funded projects. .

   Online- Week of June 27-August 29    10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week) 

                                                                  Optional weekly Livechats

 NOTE: CLASS OFFERED FOR GRADUATE CREDIT ONLY. The total costfor this class is $344 for 45 PD Clock Hours and 3 Graduate credits through our  NCATE-accredited university partner. You will pay $209 to JBV and pay the additional $135 to the university  link we will send you.

The course is appropriate for all grade levels K-12 and covers implementation of RTI for reading, math, and other subjects as well as for behavioral purposes. The course is appropriate whether you are using RTI for eligibility purposes or simply as a way to improve instruction and increase learning.

  Online- Week of June 27-August 29    10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week)  

Optional Livechats, Saturdays @ 9:00 am 

 The cost is $209.00 for 3 Lane Credits and 45 PD Clock Hours; (3 Graduate credits through an NCATE-accredited university are available for an additional $135, to be paid online after the first class).

This course is addressed to educators and school personnel who are beginner learners of Spanish. Participants will be introduced to simple Spanish grammar and knowledge of the Hispanic culture.They will learn how to communicate with English learners whose native language is Spanish and their parents. Emphasis on basic communication skills associated with real-life situations, the classroom environment, student praise and encouragement, school personnel, and school terminology.

                 Online- Week of June 27-August 29    10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week) 

 NOTE: CLASS OFFERED FOR GRADUATE CREDIT ONLY. The total costfor this class is $344 for 45 PD Clock Hours and 3 Graduate credits through our  NCATE-accredited university partner. You will pay $209 to JBV and pay the additional $135 to the university link we will send you.

This course is addressed to educators and school personnel who have completed Spanish for Educators I. Will continue the study of Spanish grammar and knowledge of the Hispanic culture and how to communicate with English learners whose native language is Spanish and their parents. Emphasis on continuing communication skills associated with real-life situations, the classroom environment, student praise and encouragement, school personnel, and school terminology.

 Online- Week of June 27-August 29    10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week) 

NOTE: CLASS OFFERED FOR GRADUATE CREDIT ONLY. The total costfor this class is $344 for 45 PD Clock Hours and 3 Graduate credits through our  NCATE-accredited university partner. You will pay $209 to JBV and pay the additional $135 to the university by July 15 on the link we will send you.



This course will present a brief overview the latest research on the effects of trauma on children, covering the range of emotional and behavioral disorders from attention deficit disorders, to depression, to conduct disorders, and their effects in the classroom. It will emphasize what educators can do to identify these disorders, assist children struggling with them, and support their social, emotional and academic success in the classroom.  Participants will be able to 1.) identify underlying emotional and/or behavioral problems in children exposed to trauma; 2.) describe classroom-based interventions for working with children exposed to trauma; 3.) describe school-based interventions and models for assisting these children. 

     Online- Week of June 27-August 29    10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week) 

Optional Livechats, Thursdays@ 5:00 pm



The cost is $209.00; (3 Graduate credits through an NCATE-accredited university are available for an additional $135, to be paid online after the first class).

This course will focus on information pertaining to exceptional children. Emphasis will be placed on the identification, etiology, and the intellectual, physical, emotional, social, behavioral, and educational variance of students with disabling conditions. Definitions, prevalence, causation, legal issues, and special education interventions and techniques will also be discussed. 

Online- April 4-Jun 17  for 10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week) 

Biweekly Livechats, Wednesday evenings

The cost is $209.00; 3 Graduate credits through an NCATE-accredited university are available for an additional $135, to be paid online after the first class. Access to course website and e-textbook ranges from $40-80.

Overview of English language structure and use, including phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics. Emphasis on topics useful to teachers of English language learners.

                    Online- April 4-Jun 17 for 10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week) 

 The total cost for each 3 credit hour course is $344 ($209.00 to JBV initially, then a $135 additional payment to USF , to be paid online after the first class.)

Textbook: Yule, G. (2017). The Study of Language (Sixth ed.). Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.





Introduction to the philosophical, historical and pedagogical foundation of bilingual education, and the study of the political, social, historical, philosophical, and economic implications for bilingual education.

Online- April 4-Jun 17 for 10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week) 

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Required Texts/Materials:

de Jong, E. (2019) Foundations for Multilingualism in Education: from Principles to Practice. 4^th edition. Philadelphia: Carlson Publishing 

Samway, K. D. & McKeon, D. (2007). Myths and Realities: Best Practices for Language Minority Students. (Revised Ed.) Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann.

 Techniques, methods, and materials for teaching English as a second language. Development of a unit and lesson plans appropriate for limited English proficient children.

Online- Week of Jan 10-Mar 18   for10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week)

 The cost for endorsement classes is $209.00 plus $135 for 3 Graduate credits through our accredited university, to be paid online after the first class. 

This course focuses on theoretical and practical aspects of assessing learners with special needs. Information covered consists of an overview of descriptive statistics and theoretical and practical aspects of assessing learners with special needs. Tests used to assess intelligence, school achievement, aptitude, language development, and social and emotional adjustment of exceptional children will be reviewed.  Procedural techniques for administration, scoring, and interpretation of a variety of norm referenced, criterion referenced, curriculum-based, and informal assessment are also covered. Class activities focusing on case study reviews and interpretation are a major component for the course.  An Assessment Report and Remedial Plan are required in this course.

Online- April 4-Jun 17 for10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week)

Optional Livechats, Saturdays@ 10:00 am

   

  The cost is $209.00; 3 Graduate credits through an NCATE-accredited university are available for an additional $135, to be paid online after the first class. Access to course website and e-textbook ranges from $40-80.

This class will focus on applications related to remote teaching and learning as they relate to reluctant learners.

An overview of the research on remote teaching, identifying similarities and differences from face-to-face. Identifying effective strategies employed in remote learning classrooms, and consideration of social factors, choice and control, building motivation, confidence and assisting reluctant learners students while creating a new context for community.

             Online- Week of June 21- August 23 for 10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week) 

Cost for 3 lane credits & 45 PD clock hours is $209

 (OPTIONAL: 3 Graduate credits through an NCATE-accredited university are available for an additional $135, to be paid to be paid online after the first class).