This independent study course is designed for educators who are interested in creating student-focused classrooms.
Created for both new and veteran teachers, this course impels teachers to reflect on current and past practices, transform classroom climates and give students voices in the classroom. This course contains specific strategies, activities, and materials that can be instantly utilized in the classroom.
In this course you will:
- Reflect on successful and unsuccessful teaching practices which have built your foundation as an educator
- Learn how to incorporate standards into creative projects which leads to more meaningful learning and greater retention
- Focus on student needs, behaviors, and preferences to ensure the best possible classroom environment
- Create a student-focused classroom
- Obtain strategies for how to assess students non-traditionally
BAGT –
“The best part of this course was being able to work at my own pace and fit the assignments into my crazy schedule. In my opinion, the book was the perfect selection to read and will be of true benefit to both my students and myself.” –Sharon C., OH
BAGT –
“Even as a veteran teacher, I learned a lot about how to make my classroom a better place to learn for all students. I was reminded that it is more than okay to set aside old and rigid ideas of how all productive classrooms should be a quiet place with students working at their desks. I found her ideas on how to “give the classroom back to the students,” refreshing and enlightening. I will use the ideas in this course to change the feel of my classroom environment. I can see how allowing students to have a voice in their classroom and their learning can completely change their opinion about school. I appreciate the insights of Pernille Ripp, and will definitely use many of her thoughts and suggestions as I plan for the upcoming school year!” –Laura Lori, OH
BAGT –
I love that this course allowed me to reflect deeply about my current class and what I can tweak to make it better. The changes I came up with in my action plan aren’t overly daunting at all. They are realistic. I love that I could do this class independently without waiting on an instructor or classmates. I will continue to take classes from this program and I’m already telling other teachers about how great these are! Thank you! Sarah T., NE
BAGT –
This class gave some great starting points on how to engage and empower your students in the classroom. It also focused on strategies of having less homework and treating homework as practice. Brian D., NE.
Ann-Marie Hyland –
One of my favorite parts of your classes is the option to find five websites. I always research articles and take-aways from the lessons. I have found some great resources that I can go back to. Great class, thanks again! Kendra R., NE.