This independent study course is designed to offer practical methods teachers can use in their classrooms to ensure the most student success.
Education is changing, so educators must use different strategies for teaching in a 21st century classroom. With a focus on kinesthetic techniques, interpersonal and classroom management skills, and relationship building, this reader-friendly book helps teachers engage students’ interest and activate their learning for an exciting classroom experience. This course offers new solutions to new and old problems, while still keeping some traditional pedagogy methods in mind.
In this course you will:
- Learn how to establish interactive and safe environments for learning
- Create and develop your own teaching strategies and provide examples to implement in the classroom
- Develop ways to nurture discussion and interdependent learning
- Reflect on current strategies used in the classroom and understand how to modify those strategies to create stronger learning environments
- Develop techniques to teach to all learning modalities
- Learn ways to incorporate music, visuals, storytelling and technology into the classroom environment
- Acquire skill beneficial not only for your students, but for yourself as an educator as well.
- Learn how to manage movement in the classroom
- Use strategies to help students develop a positive work ethic
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“I enjoyed the structure of this class and the practical application strategies that were described. I liked the opportunity to research sites that support those strategies as I don’t always take the time to look for sources to enhance my teaching. This course is very similar in format and content to other courses I have taken through BeAGreatTeacher – I have enjoyed them all!!! The courses work well with our crazy schedule, and the time frame for completion is so realistic and thoughtful of our busy lives!! Thank you!!” -Tricia W., IA
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“I felt this course was beneficial and focused on improving educators in practical ways. Developing active classrooms helps students find a true joy for learning.” -Laura B., OH
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“I enjoyed the course very much. I liked the book and learned of many new strategies that will implement into my classroom. I especially enjoyed the chapters about storytelling, modalities, and using music to facilitate the process.” Patci F., OH
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“Once again – thank you for an inspirational class to help me begin another school year! I am a forever learner, and having classes like this available for motivation and inspiration through great classroom ideas is fun! Thank you.” -Brenda M., SD
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“I thought this course was very useful. It reassured me of what I was doing in my classroom. I have taken numerous classes from Educational Resources and they all are full of great ideas. This course benefits me as a teacher by giving some great strategies for teaching.” -Chad J., IA
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“I felt that Make the Move! Transitioning to an Active Classroom was a very beneficial course that made me think about and offered me new ideas on how to make my classroom more active. The course was another of many offered by Educational Resources that is very practical and something you can apply to your classroom the moment you begin the course.” -Mark B., NE
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“This course was very beneficial and very organized. The Top Ten list of things I plan to do in the upcoming school year was probably the best and most practical aspect for me. I want my classroom to be an “active” classroom where students are engaged and learning, and this list will help me implement the ideas learned in this course.” -Mary S., OH
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“I thoroughly enjoyed taking this course! The best part about it was that it allowed me to reflect on what I am currently doing in the classroom. It also gave me new ideas to use. I had to get used to self-pacing myself, but otherwise, everything was organized nicely and expectations were clear. One of the best courses I’ve completed!” -Selena M., IA
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“The course, Make the Move! Transitioning to an Active Classroom was very beneficial to me. The textbook was informative and clear, providing examples and details for clarification. I loved having options with each lesson. I could choose the assignments that were most relevant to my classes and apply concepts and strategies in various units. I also appreciate that the coursework focused on application in classes. I could plan for my units while also completing assignments for my class!” -Mindy G., IA
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“Active Classroom had some good and practical ways to get kids actively engaged in learning in the classroom!” -Kelly S., IA