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  Jan 11-Mar 15 for 10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs 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).

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 Jan 11-Mar 15---10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week)

                                         Optional weekly Livechats, Mondays@ 5:30 pm 

 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  link we will send you.

This class will focus on applications related to remote teaching and learning.

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 Jan 11-Mar 15-10 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.

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 struggling students while creating a new context for community.

                           Online- Week of Jan 11-Mar 15--10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week)

                                                     The total cost for 3 lane credits and 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).

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 Jan 11-Mar 15-10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week) 

The cost for 3 lane credits and 45 PD clock hoursis $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. 

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- (Saturdays)-Week of Jan 11- Mar 15- 10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs of work/week) 

                  This class will focus on applications related to remote teaching and learning. 

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 Jan 11-Mar 15-10 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

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 Jan 11-Mar 15-10 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).





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 Jan 11-Mar 15--10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs of work/week) 

Textbook: Mitchelll R, Myles F & Marsden, E. (2013) Second Language Learning Theories (4th ed). NY: Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group

 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. CPDU/PD credits only=$199.

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 Jan 11-Mar 15--10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs of work/week) 

Textbook:

Gollnick, D.M. & Chinn, P.C. (2017) Multicultural Education in a Pluralistic Society (10th ed), Upper Saddle River, N.J.: Pearson



 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. CPDU/PD credits only=$199.

 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 Jan 11-Mar 15--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 Jan 11-Mar 15--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 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 Jan 11- Mar 15-10 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 by July 15 on the link we will send you.



                      Online- Week of Sept 14-Nov 20-10 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.

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- Week of Sept 14-Nov 20-10 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 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- Week of Sept 14-Nov 20-10 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.

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- Week of Sept 14-Nov 20-10 weeks (approx 4.5 hrs contact hrs/week)

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- Week of Sept 14-Nov 20-10 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. (2014). The Study of Language (Fifth ed.). Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.